film details - Macbeth

THEATRICAL RELEASE
06.15.07
Macbeth
The Melbourne underworld. The present time.


Starring:

Sam Worthington, Victoria Hill, Lacey Hulme, Gary Sweet, Steve Bastoni, Mick Molloy



Synopsis:

Macbeth, a loyal henchman to his crime boss, Duncan, is told by teenage witchesthat he will one day assume great power. Driven by their prophecy, he plots with his wife to kill Duncan, and takes the leadership of the gang for himself. Maintaining his power will require more murders and violence, finally driving his surviving enemies to unite and destroy him.



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Press and Reviews:
There's much to admire in this rich Shakespearean update
Engrossing, entertaining...evocative, contemporary
Moves along with speed...grace
MSN Movies Hails Macbeth as
LA Times praises Macbeth on DVD!
A vicious, violent crime film that adds a serrated edge to the Shakespeare tale...