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on 9/27/2010
Olivier was good in his time, but Branaugh brought Shakespeare into modern times and made it visceral.
on 3/21/2013
Both are great films, and both execute their ambitious ideas masterfully, but I have to give the slight edge to Olivier because his approach (starting with a play, becoming more realistic, and returning to the play) adds a layer of depth and complexity that was unexpected. Branaugh is still the best Shakespearean director of contemporary cinema, but Olivier created an essential cinematic Shakespeare.
on 9/18/2013
Hard to believe that these two films are the same play: Branagh's film emphasizes war's horrors, while Olivier shows the nobility and glory. Olivier wins, because he's Olivier performing Shakespeare, but Branagh's film is a noble effort.
