Question

take a look at these images from sir laurence olivier’s adaptation of hamlet. what effect do these images have on olivier’s adaptation of hamlet?
○ they show that olivier’s hamlet is angry and forceful.
○ they show that olivier’s hamlet is thoughtful and somber.
○ they show that olivier’s hamlet is distressed and weepy.
○ they show that olivier’s hamlet is comedic and jovial.

Explanation:

In Olivier's adaptation of Hamlet, the character of Hamlet is known for his philosophical musings and somber, introspective nature. The images (even from the visible parts like the thoughtful expression in the close - up) align with the portrayal of a thoughtful and somber Hamlet. The option about being angry and forceful does not match Hamlet's typical introspective mood. The “distressed and weepy” portrayal is not the dominant one in Olivier's version, and Hamlet is not comedic and jovial.

Answer:

B. They show that Olivier’s Hamlet is thoughtful and somber.