INTERVIEW - John Leguizamo on his experience doing Shakespeare, his approach at 'Cymbeline' interviews - 71st Venice Int

The video discusses the importance of naturalism in American film, particularly in adaptations of Shakespeare's works like Baz Luhrmann's Romeo and Juliet and Michael Almereda's Cymbeline. It highlights Ethan Hawke's exceptional performance in delivering Shakespearean monologues naturally, making them sound like everyday conversation. The video also touches on the presence of nudity in Shakespearean performances, noting its historical context.

What is emphasized as a key element in American films according to the speaker?

• Complex storylines

• Naturalism

• Dramatic expressions

• High-budget production

Which two Shakespearean works are mentioned in relation to naturalistic performances?

• Romeo and Juliet and Cymbeline

• The Tempest and A Midsummer Night's Dream

• Hamlet and Macbeth

• Othello and King Lear

What aspect of Ethan Hawke's performance surprised the speaker?

• The natural delivery of the monologues

• The length of the monologues

• His costume design

• The use of special effects

How did the speaker describe the scene after Ethan Hawke's monologue performance?

• Dramatic and intense

• Confusing and chaotic

• Funny and natural

• Boring and monotonous

What unique concept related to Shakespeare is mentioned by the speaker?

• Shakespearean opera

• Shakespearean painting

• Shakespeare selfie

• Shakespearean dance