Period4-Ghost Scene

     In the first version of the film, there was eerie music in the beginning of the scene. This sort of sets the atmosphere as we go into the conversation between Hamlet and the ghost of his father. Gibson almost looked scared when he first saw the ghost. Even though its a movie, Gibson's reaction is an accurate representation of how most people would act if they saw a loved one. The ghost appeared to be almost completely obscured by darkness. It compliments the mysteriousness and ominousness of the scene as Hamlets father explains how he really died. There was almost no lighting in the scene. Considering the subject of conversation is about murder and spite, it makes sense that Zeffirelli would have it take place in a dark environment.
    As for the second version of the film, Branagh makes much more of an effort to have the watcher create their own picture on the matter at hand. From the rapid cuts to images depicting destruction, to the "raspiness" in the voice of Hamlets father, more effort is made to tell the story. Its also interesting how in Zeffirelli's version, hamlet is shown in full body while his father is obscured, whereas in Branagh's version, the father's body is shown more while Hamlet's body seems to be covered in darkness. One other difference is that after the ghost of Hamlet's father disappears, Gibson goes into a rage, clashing his sword against the stone when swearing to take vengeance for his father, while Branagh had a whole speech with inspirational music in the background. Its just weird to see two interpretations of the same scene.
     In the third version of the play, Almereyda uses more "modern" methods to portray the ghost scene. The ghost was given much more human attributes, such as carrying a coat or making physical contact with Hawke. Despite the setting of the play, there are still hidden messages that relate to the story. Hamlet's father is repeatedly seen dabbing his ear with a handkerchief, the same ear where the poison was administered by Claudius. Also, a television can be seen in the background depicting scences of destruction and mayhem, maybe symbolizing events that will happen later in the play?