What is The Merchant of Venice?
The Merchant of Venice is a film first released in 2004. Catalogued under Drama, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 132 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 3, 2004
- Studios
- Movision, Avenue Pictures, UK Film Council
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~132 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Movision, Avenue Pictures, UK Film Council
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Overview
The Merchant of Venice is a film first released in 2004. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Movision, Avenue Pictures, UK Film Council. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A merchant's desperate loan sparks a high‑stakes clash of love and prejudice in Renaissance Venice.”
- Rich period atmosphere of 16th‑century Venice
- Explores themes of love, loyalty, and prejudice
- Strong dramatic tension between characters
- Pacing may feel deliberate for some viewers
- Limited action, focuses on dialogue
Watch it if you enjoy character‑driven historical dramas about love and moral dilemmas.
The film contains mature themes of prejudice and financial desperation, suited for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What year does the story take place?
The narrative is set in Venice in 1596.
What is the main financial dilemma?
Bassanio asks his friend Antonio for a large loan, leading them to seek money from Shylock.
Which genres describe the film?
It is classified as drama and romance.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours and twelve minutes.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released in the US on December 29, 2004.
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