Tag: Hamlet

Hyperion to a Satyr: 1921's Silent (Female) Hamlet

September 09, 2025

A new era of Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – begins with coverage of singular Hamlet adaptations never before referenced on the show. Our inaugural “phase 2” episode sees Siskoid and special guest Sean Ross discuss the 1921 silent era adaptation of Hamlet, starring Asta Nielsen as a female Hamlet.

Watch the film with orchestra and subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bPjlDwk_dc
Watch the film with English interstitials: https://vimeo.com/154543437

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Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with clips from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi; and the 2009 Hamlet, starring David Tennant.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: Act 5 Wrap-Up

August 12, 2025

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – wraps up its discussions on Act 5 of Shakespeare’s masterpiece, as Siskoid discusses some of the section’s bigger questions and themes with special guest Gene Hendricks. They also discuss Gilligan’s Island’s take on the play. Plus, your feedback on Act 5’s episodes AND an announcement about the future of the show.

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Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi; and the 1996 Hamlet, starring Kenneth Branagh.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: V.ii. Duel and Deaths

June 10, 2025

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – completes Siskoid’s scene-by-scene deep dive into Shakespeare’s masterwork, discussing the text, but also performance and staging through the lens of several films, television, comics and even a rock opera. In Act 5, Scene 2, Part 2, the tragedy resolves itself in a number of deaths.

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Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi; and the 1996 Hamlet, starring Kenneth Branagh.

Bonus clips: Hamlet 1996 by Kenneth Branagh, starring Derek Jacobi, Nicholas Farrel, and Julie Christie; Hamlet 1948 by Laurence Olivier, starring Laurence Olivier; Hamlet 1980 by Rodney Bennett, starring Patrick Stewart and Derek Jacobi; Hamlet 1990 by Franco Zeffirelli, starring Stephen Dillane; Hamlet 2000 by Michael Almereyda, starring Liev Schreiber and Robert MacNeil; Hamlet 2007 by Alexander Fodor, starring Katie Reddin-Clancy; “She’ll Never Know” by Marillion; Hamlet 2009 by Gregory Doran, starring Patrick Stewart; In a Bleak Midwinter by Kenneth Branagh, starring Michael Maloney; and “Le duel”, “La mort d’Hamlet” and “Le rideau tombe” by Johnny Hallyday.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: V.ii. The Readiness Is All

May 20, 2025

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – continues Siskoid’s scene-by-scene deep dive into Shakespeare’s masterwork, discussing the text, but also performance and staging through the lens of several films, television, comics and even a rock opera. In Act 5, Scene 2, Part 1, Hamlet is presented with a friendly contest that’s likely a trap, but he’s ready for whatever comes next.

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Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi; and the 1996 Hamlet, starring Kenneth Branagh.

Bonus clips: Hamlet 1996 by Kenneth Branagh, starring Kenneth Branagh and Robin Williams; Hamlet 1948 by Laurence Olivier, starring Laurence Olivier; Hamlet 1980 by Rodney Bennett, starring Peter Gale and Derek Jacobi; Hamlet 1990 by Franco Zeffirelli, starring Mel Gibson; Hamlet 2000 by Michael Almereyda, starring Ethan Hawke; “Coming” by Goldie; Hamlet 2007 by Alexander Fodor, starring Max Davis and William Belchambers; and Hamlet 2009 by Gregory Doran, starring Ryan Gage and David Tennant.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: V.i. Ophelia's Funeral

May 06, 2025

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – continues Siskoid’s scene-by-scene deep dive into Shakespeare’s masterwork, discussing the text, but also performance and staging through the lens of several films, television, comics and even a rock opera. In Act 5, Scene 1, Part 2, Ophelia’s funeral is interrupted by boys leaping into her grave.

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Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi; and the 1996 Hamlet, starring Kenneth Branagh.

Bonus clips: Hamlet 1996 by Kenneth Branagh, starring Michael Maloney and Kenneth Branagh; Hamlet 1948 by Laurence Olivier, starring Laurence Olivier and Basil Sydney; Hamlet 1980 by Rodney Bennett, starring Patrick Stewart; Hamlet 1990 by Franco Zeffirelli, starring Nathaniel Parker and Mel Gibson; Hamlet 2000 by Michael Almereyda, starring Liev Schreiber and Ethan Hawke; Hamlet 2007 by Alexander Fodor, starring Jason Wing and Alexander Fodor; Hamlet 2009 by Gregory Doran, starring Patrick Stewart and David Tennant; and “Je l’aimais/Il est fou” by Johnny Hallyday.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: V.i. The Gravedigger Scene

April 22, 2025

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – continues Siskoid’s scene-by-scene deep dive into Shakespeare’s masterwork, discussing the text, but also performance and staging through the lens of several films, television, comics and even a rock opera. In Act 5, Scene 1, Part 1, Hamlet returns from his exile and encounters clownish gravediggers hard at work.

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Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi; and the 1996 Hamlet, starring Kenneth Branagh.

Bonus clips: Hamlet 1996 by Kenneth Branagh, starring Kenneth Branagh and Billy Crystal; Hamlet 1948 by Laurence Olivier, starring Stanley Holloway; Hamlet 1980 by Rodney Bennett, starring Tim Wylton, Derek Jacobi and Robert Swann; Hamlet 2000 by Michael Almereyda, starring Jeffrey Wright; Hamlet 2007 by Alexander Fodor, starring David Thompson, Alexander Fodor and William Bellchambers; Hamlet 2009 by Gregory Doran, starring David Tennant and Mark Hadfield; and “Le cimetière” by Johnny Hallyday.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: Act 4 Wrap-Up

September 10, 2024

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – wraps up its discussions on Act 4 of Shakespeare’s masterpiece, as Siskoid discusses some of the section’s bigger questions and themes with special guest Ryan Blake. They also discuss Kill Shakespeare, the comics series that tracks Hamlet’s sea voyage. Plus, your feedback on Act 4’s episodes.

Listen to the episode below or subscribe to Hyperion to a Satyr on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK:

Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 2009 Hamlet, starring David Tennant; and the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: Act 4, Scene 7 - Ophelia's Death

August 15, 2024

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – continues Siskoid’s scene-by-scene deep dive into Shakespeare’s masterwork, discussing the text, but also performance and staging through the lens of several films, television, comics and even a rock opera. In Act 4, Scene 7, Part 2, Gertrude describes Ophelia’s death.

Listen to the episode below or subscribe to Hyperion to a Satyr on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK:

Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 2009 Hamlet, starring David Tennant; and the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi.

Bonus clips: Hamlet 1996 by Kenneth Branagh, starring Julie Christie; Hamlet 1948 by Laurence Olivier, starring Eileen Herlie; Hamlet 1980 by Rodney Bennett, starring Claire Bloom and David Robb; Hamlet 1990 by Franco Zeffirelli, starring Glenn Close; Hamlet 2000 by Michael Almereyda, starring Diane Venora and Liev Schreiber; Hamlet 2007 by Alexander Fodor; Hamlet 2009 by Gregory Doran, starring Penny Downie; and “La Mort d’Ophélie” by Johnny Hallyday.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: Act 4, Scene 7 - Claudius' Seduction

August 08, 2024

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – continues Siskoid’s scene-by-scene deep dive into Shakespeare’s masterwork, discussing the text, but also performance and staging through the lens of several films, television, comics and even a rock opera. In Act 4, Scene 7, Claudius and Laertes plot Hamlet’s death.

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This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK:

Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 2009 Hamlet, starring David Tennant; and the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi.

Bonus clips: Hamlet 1996 by Kenneth Branagh, starring Derek Jacobi; Hamlet 1948 by Laurence Olivier, starring Basil Sydney; Hamlet 1980 by Rodney Bennett, starring Patrick Stewart; Hamlet 1990 by Franco Zeffirelli, starring Nathaniel Parker and Alan Bates; Hamlet 2000 by Michael Almereyda, starring Liev Schreiber; and Hamlet 2009 by Gregory Doran, starring Patrick Stewart and Edward Bennett.

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Hyperion to a Satyr: Act 4, Scene 6 - Hamlet's Letter

August 01, 2024

Hyperion to a Satyr – The Fire and Water Podcast Network’s Hamlet Podcast – continues Siskoid’s scene-by-scene deep dive into Shakespeare’s masterwork, discussing the text, but also performance and staging through the lens of several films, television, comics and even a rock opera. In Act 4, Scene 6, Horatio receives word from Hamlet.

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This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK:

Credits:

Theme: “Fanfare” from 1996 Hamlet, by Patrick Doyle, with a clip from that film, starring Ray Fearon; the 2009 Hamlet, starring David Tennant; and the 1980 Hamlet, starring Derek Jacobi.

Bonus clips: Hamlet 1996 by Kenneth Branagh, starring Nicholas Farrell; Hamlet 1948 by Laurence Olivier, starring Laurence Olivier; Hamlet 1980 by Rodney Bennett, starring Iain Blair; and Hamlet 1990 by Franco Zeffirelli, starring Alan Bates.

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