The Merchant of Venice (2004)

Name: The Merchant of Venice
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 2004
Duration: 132 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons, Joseph Fiennes, Lynn Collins, Zuleikha Robinson

2h 12m Italy, Luxembourg, United Kingdom

Drama Romance

Plot

In 1596 Venice, Bassanio desperately seeks financial help from his wealthy friend Antonio to pursue the beautiful heiress Portia. However, Antonio's assets are tied up in overseas ventures, leaving them in a bind. To secure the funds needed for his courtship, they approach Shylock, a Jewish moneylender known for his strict terms. As tensions rise between Shylock and Antonio, their agreement sets the stage for a dramatic exploration of friendship, love, and the complexities of justice in a divided society.

Cast

Al Pacino Jeremy Irons Joseph Fiennes Lynn Collins Zuleikha Robinson Kris Marshall Charlie Cox Heather Goldenhersh Mackenzie Crook John Sessions Gregor Fisher Ron Cook Allan Corduner Anton Rodgers David Harewood