The scene opens in the beautiful hills of Tuscany, Italy. Lying on the grassy slopes, the humble townspeople bask in the sun while a soft voice introduces them; "Sigh no more ladies, sigh no more." This dreamlike setting is the opening scene of the major film Much Ado About Nothing, far from its Shakespearean origins, Branagh's Much Ado. has a look and feel all its own This film seeks to capture its audience with visual majesty as the characters and setting are transformed to reveal Branagh's joyous interpretation of Shakespeare's romantic comedy However, Although. Branagh's vision is simply cinematic genius, it neglects some of the deeper meaning illustrated in the original written play. Shakespeare's subtle nuances and elaborate dialogue shape each character as the plot unfolds. Branagh neglects the situational relevance of certain dialogues in the scenes of the written play; relying more on visual effect rather than verbiage. Branagh's use of montage creates a melancholy and light-hearted adaptation of the play and quickens the pace of the drama. While Branagh succeeds in creating many parallels between his film and Shakespeare's written play, his use of visual imagery, characterization, and setting provides an interpretation distinguished by joyous camaraderie and humor. With its tangled dual plots and eloquent use of words, Much Ado About Nothing is a story that has the ability to entertain the masses, young and old. Shakespeare's use of figurative language and situation creates such vivid imagery that carries the drama from beginning to end. For example, when we look at Act 1, Scene 1 of the play...... middle of paper ...... With its unforgettable characters and witty charm, this Much Ado entertains the masses and reveals at the same time the troubles and adversity of love and distrust. Kenneth Branagh creates his own individualistic adaptation of this classic through the use of visual imagery, characterization, and setting. Branagh cut many lines and speeches from the text to better support his interpretation of a more open and informal society of warm and affectionate characters. Although Shakespeare's mood is more formal, Branagh stays true to the essence of the play since all of the same characters and most of the dialogue are rightly included in the film. Although distinct differences can be made between Branagh's film and Shakespeare's written work, they both share a common denominator: good old-fashioned entertainment; and in the world of theater, nothing else really matters.