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The Merchant of Venice (2004) Movie vs Book
Film · 2004 · Directed by Michael Radford · Starring Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons, Joseph Fiennes
The Merchant of Venice (2004) Movie: Cast and Details
A merchant borrows money from a moneylender, with a dangerous condition.
Book vs Movie: How Close Is It?
Very close to the bookIt uses most of Shakespeare's text and keeps the plot.
Read or watch first?
Read the play first. The film is a faithful screen version.
What the book gives you
The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare
The portrayal of Shylock remains a subject of debate.
Who will like it: Readers who want a major Shakespeare play.