Romeo + Juliet

Director: Baz Luhrmann, Staring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes, John Leguizamo, 12A, USA, Running Time: 120 mins, 1996.

A thrilling update of the tragic Shakespeare classic, fuelled by stunning performances from Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes. Director Baz Luhrman bombards his audience with startling images, audacious camera tricks and breathtaking action in order to recreate the overwhelming experience of adolescent love. The result is easily the most original, exciting and cinematic Shakespeare adaption ever put on film.