Joss Whedon's adaptation of the Shakespeare play.
I love it when an adaptation makes Shakespeare more accessible to the general public, and I think this one does... especially because of the acting by Acker and Denisof. Even if you don't understand every phrase, their actions and expressions make the story clear and fun.
Joss worked in some physical comedy, too, and that can't hurt.
If you're familiar with Joss Whedon's previous work, you will see a ton of familiar faces from Buffy, Dollhouse, Firefly, and even Agents of SHIELD. Set in a contemporary setting, but with the traditional language, this is not a good film for crafters, however. Unless you're an English major, seeing their expressions is a must if you want to understand what's going on.
Six laugh out loud moments, particularly during the scenes when the family is trying to match-make Benedick and Beatrice. Otherwise, no counts. I did not attempt to knit during this, even though it's my second viewing, because I enjoy the performances so much, with a few exceptions that can be easily overlooked.
Though some prefer the Kenneth Branagh version, if you enjoy Shakespeare, definitely give this a shot.
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