"Ophelia lived in tragedy." In this preview of our paid subscriber bonus episode, we’re diving deeper into Hamlet. We all study it, and love it or hate it, there’s something about this particular play that keeps people talking about it. What about Shakespeare’s Hamlet, remains so relevant almost 500 years later? We talk briefly about its history, how it’s taught, why it’s culturally so important, the role of tragedy in theater and in Taylor Swfit's music, amongst other topics related to this incredible play.

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Episode Highlights: 

[02:00] Introduction to Hamlet and Its Influence

[3:10] Hamlet's Influence on Modern Films

[4:06] Revenge and Psychological Themes

[5:50] Adaptations and Comedic Perspectives

[9:04] Literary Connections and References

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