Hamnet is a beautifully crafted historical drama based on the bestselling novel by Maggie O’Farrell. Directed by Chloé Zhao and starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, the film imagines the deeply personal story behind one of literature’s greatest works. Set in Elizabethan England, it follows Agnes and William Shakespeare as they struggle to cope with the devastating loss of their young son, Hamnet. Through themes of love, grief, family and the healing power of art, Hamnetoffers a moving and intimate portrait of the events that may have inspired Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece, Hamlet. A powerful and emotionally rich film, it has been widely praised for its performances, cinematography and heartfelt storytelling.