Title:
William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet
Genre: Drama
Rating: PG-13, for scenes of contemporary violence
and some sensuality
Synopsis:
Shakespeare's classic play about two star-crossed
lovers is given the contemporary treatment by director Baz Luhrmann. American
actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes perform with their own accents
in a mythical city called Verona Beach, during a time neither past, present,
nor future.
Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes, Brian Dennehy,
John Leguizamo, Pete Postlethwaite, Paul Sorvino and Diane Venora
Credits: Directed by Baz Luhrmann. Written by Craig
Pearce & Luhrmann. Produced by Gabriella Martinelli and Luhrman. Released
by 20th Century Fox.
Theatrical Release Date: November 1, 1996