Hamnet Review: A Poignant Tale of Love and Grief
Oscar-winner Chloe Zhao directs a stunning adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's novel, with Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Nominated for six Golden Globes. Bring tissues.
Oscar-winner Chloe Zhao directs a stunning adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's novel, with Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Nominated for six Golden Globes. Bring tissues.
Former Coronation Street actress Katy Cavanagh has quit the ITV soap to manage the Hollywood careers of her two sons, who star in Oscar-tipped film 'Hamnet'. Read her full story here.
Former Coronation Street actress Katy Cavanagh has left the ITV soap to focus on managing the Hollywood careers of her two sons, Noah and Jacobi Jupe, who star in the acclaimed film 'Hamnet'. Read her full story.
Former Coronation Street actress Katy Cavanagh has reinvented herself as a 'momager', guiding her two sons to success in the acclaimed film Hamnet alongside Jessie Buckley. Discover their journey.
Former Coronation Street actress Katy Cavanagh has reinvented herself as a 'momager', guiding her sons Noah and Jacobi Jupe to success in the acclaimed film 'Hamnet'. Discover their journey.
Chloé Zhao's 'Hamnet', starring Oscar frontrunner Jessie Buckley, offers a profound take on grief and art. Read our review of the speculative Shakespeare drama now in cinemas.
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From a 'brutalising' talent show to Oscar favourite, actress Jessie Buckley chooses privacy over fame. Discover the story behind the star tipped to win Best Actress.
Irish actor Jessie Buckley's raw performance in 'Hamnet' has critics hailing her as one of the best. Discover her journey from BBC talent shows to Oscar nomination.
Chloé Zhao's 'Hamnet', starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, is a profound exploration of grief and art. Read our review of this Oscar-primed Shakespeare film.
As Oscar-tipped actress Jessie Buckley prepares for Hollywood's biggest night, the Daily Mail reveals her husband Freddie Sorensen's surprising career in TV, including work with Simon Cowell. Discover his journey from showbiz to mental health advocacy.
Irish actress Jessie Buckley opens up about her private marriage and how her role in Chloé Zhao's 'Hamnet' inspired her journey to motherhood. Read the full interview in British Vogue.
Chloé Zhao's film 'Hamnet', starring Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley, reimagines Shakespeare's personal grief. A powerful, speculative origin story for 'Hamlet'. Read our review.
Jessie Buckley's emotional tribute to Paul Mescal at the Critics Choice Awards left the actor visibly moved. Discover the touching moment and details about their upcoming film, Hamnet.
Emily Watson discusses her profound personal connection to her role in the Golden Globe-nominated film 'Hamnet', her strict sect upbringing, and her enduring career. Read the full interview.
Emily Watson discusses her deeply personal connection to Shakespeare in the film 'Hamnet', her strict sect upbringing, and her enduring career. Discover the story behind the Oscar-tipped drama.
Oscar-tipped Irish star Paul Mescal reveals he plans to reduce his hectic filming schedule and return to theatre work. Discover his future projects and reasons for the shift.
Irish actor Paul Mescal reveals he plans to 'ration' his film roles, citing a need to protect his craft and a desire to return to theatre. The star is currently promoting 'Hamnet' and 'The History of Sound'.
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Actress Jessie Buckley confirms she's become a mum, welcoming a baby girl with husband Freddie. She describes motherhood as 'intense' but says she 'loves it so much'. Read her heartfelt interview.
Actress Jessie Buckley confirms the birth of her first child, a daughter, and reveals how filming 'Hamnet' ignited a powerful maternal desire. Discover her journey.
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Guardian columnist Adrian Chiles pushes back against Paul Mescal's assertion that Shakespeare is felt 'in the body', arguing understanding the plot is essential. Read the full debate.
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Discover how Herefordshire's historic landscapes and crooked Tudor buildings became the perfect filming location for the cinematic adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel Hamnet. Explore the Shakespearean connections.
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