Much Ado About Nothing (2012)
The film Much Ado About Nothing (2012) is a charming and witty American romantic comedy by Joss Whedon. This cleverly crafted story is based on William Shakespeare’s famous play of the same title. It follows the governor of Messina, Leonato, who is paid a visit by his friend Don Pedro. Don Pedro has just returned from a victorious campaign against his rebellious brother Don John and brings with him two of his officers, Benedick and Claudio. While staying in Messina, Claudio falls for Leonato’s daughter Hero, while Benedick engages in witty banter with Beatrice, the governor’s niece. The growing romance between Claudio and Hero leads to Don Pedro arranging their marriage with Leonato’s approval.
In the days leading up to the wedding, Don Pedro, aided by Leonato, Claudio, and Hero, plots to manipulate Benedick and Beatrice into falling in love through playful teasing. As the story unfolds, Don John, aided by Conrade and Borachio, devises a cunning plan to sabotage the blissful union. Through deceitful tactics, he attempts to disrupt the impending marriage. Amidst a mix of amusing and heart-wrenching circumstances, the two couples may face further obstacles on their quest for true happiness, yet it is possible that love will ultimately triumph.
Date of download: 2015-11-11T17:22:34+00:00
Cast:  Amy AckerBeatrice  Alexis DenisofBenedick  Nathan FillionDogberry  Reed DiamondDon Pedro  Clark GreggLeonato  Fran KranzClaudio  Sean MaherDon John  Jillian MorgeseHero  Spencer Treat ClarkBorachio  Riki LindhomeConrade |
The film Much Ado About Nothing (2012) is a charming and witty American romantic comedy by Joss Whedon. This cleverly crafted story is based on William Shakespeare’s famous play of the same title. It follows the governor of Messina, Leonato, who is paid a visit by his friend Don Pedro. Don Pedro has just returned from a victorious campaign against his rebellious brother Don John and brings with him two of his officers, Benedick and Claudio. While staying in Messina, Claudio falls for Leonato’s daughter Hero, while Benedick engages in witty banter with Beatrice, the governor’s niece. The growing romance between Claudio and Hero leads to Don Pedro arranging their marriage with Leonato’s approval.
In the days leading up to the wedding, Don Pedro, aided by Leonato, Claudio, and Hero, plots to manipulate Benedick and Beatrice into falling in love through playful teasing. As the story unfolds, Don John, aided by Conrade and Borachio, devises a cunning plan to sabotage the blissful union. Through deceitful tactics, he attempts to disrupt the impending marriage. Amidst a mix of amusing and heart-wrenching circumstances, the two couples may face further obstacles on their quest for true happiness, yet it is possible that love will ultimately triumph.
