William Shakespeare sureloved a doomed heroine.
If their mind is powerful, it must be madness.
And now theres this shift thats taking place, and thats reflected in this storytelling.
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Ophelias new direction also gives the 400-year-old play new relevance in 2018.
The plays other major female character, Gertrude, also steps into the spotlight inOphelia.
Her marriage has grown stale, and I think she sees herself in Ophelia, Watts explains.
Its just a spark that reignites her.
Its almost like she wants to put her on a path that shes not been able to reach herself.
McCarthy drew inspiration from period paintings, as well as the classic depictions of Ophelia.
she says.Thatis the question.
