I did the plays Merchant of Venice and Much Ado About Nothing in high school. Saw the movie versions of Much Ado About Nothing and Midsummer Night's Dream.
I thought Hero was a spineless runt. I wouldn't call her 'strong-minded'. Swear to God if any guy pulled a stunt on me like Claudio did with Hero, I'd make him understand the true meaning of the saying 'Hell knows no fury like a woman scorned'. To just forgive him without even the least bit of punishment pissed me off.
Beatrice on the other hand kicked ass. Finally a woman with some balls. I loved her character (and Emma Thompson plays her superbly in the movie).
If I had to choose, I'd pick Beatrice, Portia and Titania. All were very strong-minded women IMO.
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Date: 2007-10-21 09:40 am (UTC)I thought Hero was a spineless runt. I wouldn't call her 'strong-minded'. Swear to God if any guy pulled a stunt on me like Claudio did with Hero, I'd make him understand the true meaning of the saying 'Hell knows no fury like a woman scorned'. To just forgive him without even the least bit of punishment pissed me off.
Beatrice on the other hand kicked ass. Finally a woman with some balls. I loved her character (and Emma Thompson plays her superbly in the movie).
If I had to choose, I'd pick Beatrice, Portia and Titania. All were very strong-minded women IMO.