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Ophelia ( / oʊˈfiːliə /) is a character in William Shakespeare 's drama Hamlet (1599–1601). She is a young noblewoman of Denmark, the daughter of Polonius, sister of Laertes and potential wife of Prince Hamlet, who, due to Hamlet's actions, ends up in a state of madness that ultimately leads to her drowning.
Learn about the story, inspiration and symbolism of Ophelia, one of the most popular Pre-Raphaelite works in the Tate collection. See how Millais painted the tragic death of Shakespeare's character from life and nature, and explore the preparatory sketches and details of the dress.
The classic Shakespearean tragedy is reimagined through a bold and new perspective, featuring Daisy Ridley (Star Wars) as the title character.
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Ophelia is a young woman who suffers abuse and exploitation from powerful men in Hamlet. She loses her reason and drowns herself, reflecting the plight of women in the 21st century.
Jun 28, 2019 · Ophelia is a drama romance thriller film based on a novel by Lisa Klein, starring Daisy Ridley as the title character. It tells the story of Ophelia's love for Prince Hamlet, her role in the royal intrigue and betrayal, and her struggle to survive in a male-dominated world.
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- Drama, Romance, Thriller
- Claire McCarthy
- 2019-06-28
Ophelia is the daughter of Polonius, the sister of Laertes, and the former lover of Hamlet. She dies after losing her innocence and sanity due to the actions of the men in her life.
Apr 30, 2019 · As a rebellious and motherless child, Ophelia (Daisy Ridley) is taken into Elsinore Castle by Queen Gerturde (Naomi Watts) as one of her most trusted ladies-in-waiting. Soon enough, Ophelia ...
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