Two out-of-work actors desperate for purpose stumble across an idea: stage Shakespeare’s Hamlet within the ultra-violent world of Grand Theft Auto Online. Shot entirely in-game, GRAND THEFT HAMLET explores their attempt to merge classical theatre with a chaotic digital landscape. With stunning visuals and unexpected moments of reflection, this engaging documentary examines how ancient cultural narratives can still resonate in new, virtual spaces, raising questions about art, isolation, and the digital world’s potential for storytelling.

*Join us after the 7 pm screening on March 11th for a post-screening discussion with Dr. Andrew James Hartley, Robinson Professor of Shakespeare Studies (Emeritus) UNC-Charlotte. https://ajhartley.net/