Hamlet, a prince of medieval-era Denmark, senses treachery behind his royal father's death. His mother is all too dangerously entangled in that treachery. This film portrays Shakespeare's immortal tale of high adventure and evil deeds.

Subtitle from container. Originally produced as a motion picture in 1990. Special features include: Hamlet: an actor's journey, Mel Gibson introduces the movie, making of documentary Mel Gibson: To be or not to be, theatrical trailer.