Anonymous (2011) movie poster

Anonymous (2011)

"Was Shakespeare a Fraud?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 44%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 48% (RT: 47%, MC: 50) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHistoryThriller

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Director
Runtime
2h 10m
Country
Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (776 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
47%
Metacritic
50
Cast
Jamie Campbell Bower as Young Earl of Oxford
Rhys Ifans as Edward de Vere
David Thewlis as William Cecil
Joely Richardson as Princess Elizabeth Tudor
Vanessa Redgrave as Queen Elizabeth I
Sebastian Armesto as Ben Jonson
Rafe Spall as William Shakespeare
Edward Hogg as Robert Cecil
Audiences say no. Just 44% of audiences liked it based on 776 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 48%.
Overview
Set against the backdrop of the succession of Queen Elizabeth I, and the Essex Rebellion against her, the story advances the theory that it was in fact Edward De Vere, Earl of Oxford who penned Shakespeare's plays. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2011 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Jamie Campbell Bower spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Anonymous is a 2011 drama, history, thriller film directed by Roland Emmerich. Set against the backdrop of the succession of Queen Elizabeth I, and the Essex Rebellion against her, the story advances the theory that it was in fact Edward De Vere, Earl of Oxford who penned Shakespeare's plays. The film has been rated by 776 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Anonymous delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Anonymous (2011) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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