Shakepeare in Love, and Romeo and Juliet Act I

I found it incredibly useful to read the play and watch the movie at the same time. I initially tried to read the play first, but had a hard time visualising what was happening. So I decided to watch the movie first and then cut into the play, which helped immensely. As I watch the film I couldn't help but think that Leonardo was totally outshining Claire. Especially in the final scene, it seemed as though she was less into it then he was. His death was just so much more dramatic, and yet not too over the top. Maybe she was just trying to seem confused. Maybe she thought he was just ingesting a small vile of apple juice and then just took a fright at the utter shock of seeing that she was actually alive...I watched that part twice and left that moment angry that she didn't speak up sooner. I really did enjoy this adaptation of the work...all things considered.