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A Midsummer Night's Dream

The film is a screen adaptation of the Royal Shakespeare Company's 1996 production of William Shakespeare's timeless comedy, "A Midsummer Night's Dream".

A young boy's vivid imagination brings a theatrical performance to life. In ancient Athens, a power struggle unfolds as Hermia defies her father's wishes, the Duke supports her father, and the Duchess sympathizes with Hermia. Meanwhile, Demetrius, chosen by Hermia's father, pursues her, but his affections are actually directed towards Helena. When Hermia and her lover meet in the woods, Helena reveals Demetrius' feelings, hoping to win him over.

Info about A Midsummer Night's Dream

Studio(s): Capitol Films, Arts Council of England

Originally Released: United States, Nov 29, 1996

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Comedy, Romance