Inclubabu Plot so thin, it passes unnoticed.

ChicDragon It's a mild crowd pleaser for people who are exhausted by blockbusters.

Roxie The thing I enjoyed most about the film is the fact that it doesn't shy away from being a super-sized-cliche;

Staci Frederick Blistering performances.

ciaran-03078 Much ado about nothing is a love story with ups and downs all the way to the final scene this is a tale from Shakespeare from love to marriage to death to arise. Again much ado about nothing is a beautiful tell but like all good films there's a villain this villain attempts to break up love by making disgusting allegations turning love upside down. This book later adapted to a film in 1993 and later 2012 many books that were adapted to films change parts and add in scenes that may not make sense to the story. But this film is an exception The film is basically word for word the book with slight bits of comedy to Adapt it to modern society .In conclusion this film is a good watch I would still say the book is better than the film because reading the story you can adapt the film in your head and use your imagination which in my opinion better to understand

Sophie Molloy I think this was an enjoyable film that you should watch if you enjoy Shakespeare and his work. The director included a range of quotes from the play and the characters showed their personalities and emotion which really added to the drama. It had me hooked from beginning to end and having already read Much Ado About Nothing it was very interesting to see how much a difference it was when see the words shown through actors. My favourite parts were when the characters were having conversation using Shakespearean language but with the knowledge of English and the characters facial expressions you could still understand and be memorized by it. I am happy with film and the only negative thing I have to say about it is the tendency for the characters to go over the top with there expressions especially when Claudio was looking trying to give the look of sadness and heartbreak because it came across more like he was having indigestion. Apart from this the actors were great and excelled their roles perfectly.

Nikita Wannenburgh To review this, I have to try look at it from the perspective of the time it was made. Yes, it is as energetic, enchanting and witty today as I'm sure it was then, but the cheesiness and insta-love are a given - considering the period it was made and the fact that it's Shakespeare. I'm overlooking that because, frankly, this is Shakespeare. It's what you have to expect. It's visually enchanting; and with an excellent – very fitting – soundtrack and superb directing. Branagh makes everything flow beautifully and has adapted the play to the screen effortlessly and tenderly, with wonderful comic detail. The cinematography is decent, although nothing special. Emma Thompson dazzles alongside Branagh with radiance and energy, and both of them light up the screen with passionate chemistry, flawless acting, and gorgeous banter and wit. Shakespeare's lines spark effortlessly from their lips and both of them take up their roles perfectly with elegance and pure talent. Together, Thompson and Branagh light up the screen and deliver rich performances. Kate Beckinsale, Micheal Keaten, and Robert Sean Leonard all give strong performances; Keaten and Beckinsale especially. I preferred the movie's interpretation of Keaten's character – Dogberry – a lot more than the original play's version. The movie made him a drunk, which I thought worked a lot better, and he was believable, comic, and altogether enjoyable to watch. Denzel Washington was also brilliant; he was a real highlight for me. He fitted the character of Don Pedro perfectly and was entirely convincing and fully characterised. Keanu Reeves got a lot of criticism for his part in this film, and while I don't think he was awful, he definitely wasn't up the standard of the others. He was shallow, wooden, and the American accent just didn't work. It seems obvious he got the role because of his looks. Overall, "Much Ado About Nothing" was a beautiful, entertaining, humorous and purely enjoyable ride. I really liked it :D

quasardrake A very entertaining version of the play. Marvelous performances all around. Reminds you of just WHY Denzel Washington deserves both the love of audiences and fans, and an Academy Award. Kenneth Branagh is an actor one either likes or dislikes, and I happen to like him. He is well matched here with Emma Thompson. Both are excellent in the principle roles of Benedick(the Bard's spelling) and Beatrice. The supporting cast is outstanding. I particularly like the marvelous Brian Blessed as Hero's uncle Antonio. Keanu Reeves is surprisingly good as the villainous Don Jon; it is possibly one of his very best screen performances. Robert Sean Leonard is good but not quite up to the others as Claudio, and Kate Beckinsale is somewhat better as the slandered maiden named Hero. Michael Keaton is hilarious as the constable whose language is so filled with circumlocutions that no one can understand him.This Branagh Shakespearean production is considerably more edited for length than "Hamlet" or "Henry V", with a run time of just under two hours, which is just about right for most movie audiences. The trimming is judiciously done and the play hangs together very well, with the main plot points largely intact. His direction is crisp and the staging is very good. The language is not too difficult to follow, despite the fact that it was not modernized. I found this film vastly entertaining and particularly enjoyed Denzel Washington in it. Locations are beautiful and costumes attractive. I found almost nothing to complain about by the end, despite doubting whether Keanu Reeves would hold up in his role. He is fine. Overall this is a wonderful film, a good introduction to the Bard for younger audiences(though they may wish to review the plot beforehand), and a most pleasant choice for someone looking for a romantic comedy for a date night. I found it just delightful.