Published: May 14, 2026; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa
Address: 66 Leroy Street, New York, NY 10014, United States
Phone: +1 212-243-6876
Web: https://www.nypl.org/locations/hudson-parkHamnet (2025) is a deeply moving historical drama directed by Chloé Zhao and based on the acclaimed novel by Maggie O’Farrell. Set in 16th-century England, the film explores the private life of William Shakespeare and his wife Agnes as they face the devastating loss of their young son, Hamnet. Through intimate storytelling and striking visuals, the film imagines how this family tragedy may have inspired Shakespeare’s most famous play, Hamlet.
Starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, Hamnet is both a portrait of grief and a celebration of enduring love. Directed with emotional sensitivity and poetic imagery, the film offers a powerful look at how personal loss can shape great art and leave a lasting mark on history.
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm EST
Free!
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