An approachable guide to Shakespeare on film, this book establishes the differences between stage and screen It covers the history of Shakespeare on the screen since 1899, and discusses various modes and conventions of adaptations Thoroughly updated to include the most recent films, for instance Joss Whedons 2013 Much Ado About Nothing, it also explores the latest technology, such as DVD and Bluray, as well as live stagetoscreen productions It also includes an exclusive interview with filmmaker John Wyver, discussing his own adaptations for the small screen