Directed by Kenneth Branagh and written by Ben Elton, All is True is a take on the life of Shakespeare during his golden years. We are honored with a chance to take a good look at the final days of William Shakespeare. The movie presupposes the renowned playwright’s last days as Shakespeare.

There is not much written, yet, about the movie but it appears to be a frolic and comedy of errors.  I am sure innuendos and slight references to Shakespeare’s great work will be presented.

By watching the trailer, it appears the great scribbler dealt with some demons relating to his past transgressions.  His wife is aware of them in her own right and speaks of their relationship as it has evolved. I am curious though about his relationship with his daughter. The movie hits at something, but I am not sure what to make of it yet.  Also, I am not sure this is based on any real facts about Shakespeare’s final days. Hence, the title is sarcasm?

Branagh has directed Shakespeare movies before and even played some characters on stage and in the movies.  Elton is also an actor and starred in Branagh’s Much to Ado About Nothing.

The cast is stellar including Kenneth Branagh, Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, and Kathryn Wilder