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Julius Caesar 4.2 Scene Summary
This video provides an insightful exploration into a critical scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on the tension and resolution between Brutus and Cassius in Brutus's army camp. The video examines their private discussion...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Word Nerd: Harlot
This video explores the profound etymology of the word "harlot" within the context of Shakespeare's play, as it appears in a poignant inquiry by Portia in "Julius Caesar." The video also delves into how Shakespeare uses the geographical...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Scene Summary
This video examines a dense and pivotal scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on Brutus's internal and external conflicts as he prepares for the assassination of Caesar. The scene covers Brutus's contemplations about the...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Interview Brutus and Portia
This video explores a poignant interaction between Brutus and Portia from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," shedding light on their personal conflicts amid political turmoil. It highlights Portia's insistence on understanding Brutus's...
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Shakespeare Today: The Merchant of Venice - Theme of Love and Friendship
Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the power of love and friendship in The Merchant of Venice. Tackle complex questions including what it means to be a good friend and whether true love really exists in the...
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Shakespeare Today: The Merchant of Venice - Plot Summary
Poor Bassanio needs cash – fast. How else can he woo the beautiful and wealthy Portia? Luckily, his best friend Antonio, a merchant, helps Bassanio out by striking a dodgy deal with a local Jewish money-lender named Shylock. Shylock...
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Shakespeare Today: Julius Caesar - Act 2 Summary
Brutus is pacing in anguish, conflicted by his loyalty to Caesar. However, thanks to Cassius’ manipulations, Brutus ultimately decides that Caesar must die. The plan is set in motion - will Caesar be warned in time? Watch our summary of...
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Shakespeare Today: The Merchant of Venice - Act 4 Summary
The vengeful Shylock takes Antonio to court, demanding a pound of his flesh. Unfortunately, it seems that the law really is on Shylock’s side! Poor Antonio is resigned to his fate, until a mysterious lawyer arrives, ready to save the...
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Shakespeare Today: The Merchant of Venice - Act 2 Summary
Portia receives two wealthy suitors, Shylock’s servant quits, and Shylock’s daughter Jessica orchestrates an elaborate plan to steal her father’s money and elope with her boyfriend Lorenzo! How will Shylock react when he loses his wealth...
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Shakespeare Today: The Merchant of Venice - Act 5 Summary
Antonio has been rescued from Shylock’s violent vengeance. Portia and Nerissa play a hilarious prank on their husbands, Antonio hears some fantastic news, and everyone lives happily ever after... except Shylock, of course! Watch our...
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Shakespeare Today: The Merchant of Venice - Act 1 Summary
Welcome to Venice, a city full of money, mateship, romance and rivalries! In Venice, Antonio and Bassanio strike a dangerous deal with the local money-lender Shylock. Elsewhere, the wealthy Portia is frustrated that she is not free to...
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Shakespeare Today: The Merchant of Venice - Theme of Mercy Revenge Justice
Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the complexities of mercy, revenge and finding true justice. When is revenge ever justified? Can we trust the legal system to be fair? Does showing mercy achieve justice? Along...
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Shakespeare Today: The Merchant of Venice - Act 3 Summary
Venice is abuzz with the terrible news that Antonio’s ships have apparently all been lost at sea! How will Antonio repay Shylock? Will Shylock really demand a pound of his flesh? Meanwhile, love is in the air as Bassanio finally gets his...
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Merchant of Venice Act 4 Analysis | Shakespeare Play by Play
This video analyzes act 4 of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice and establishes the characters, themes, and symbols that will carry through the entire the play. I read The Merchant of Venice through the theme of Mercy.
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Portia in the Merchant of Venice: Character Analysis | Shakespeare Play by Play
This video analyzes of Portia of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice and establishes the characters, themes, and symbols that will carry through the entire the play.
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Merchant of Venice Act 2 Analysis | Shakespeare Play by Play
This video analyzes act 2 of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice and establishes the characters, themes, and symbols that will carry through the entire the play. I read The Merchant of Venice through the theme of Risk.
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WireImage Entertainment Report: 1/8/09
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Robber Spider/Jumping Spider (Portia) moving towards white Spider, Australia
Robber Spider/Jumping Spider (Portia) moving towards white Spider, Australia
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23rd Genesis Awards
INTERVIEW: Charlotte Ross on the event, the Canadian Seal Hunt, honoring Ellen Degeneres and Portia deRossi at the 23rd Genesis Awards at Los Angeles CA. (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)
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23rd Genesis Awards
INTERVIEW: Nigel Barker on owning fish, the event, the Canadian Seal Hunt, honoring Ellen Degeneres and Portia deRossi at the 23rd Genesis Awards at Los Angeles CA. (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)
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23rd Genesis Awards
INTERVIEW: Esai Morales on the event, the Canadian Seal Hunt, how he got involved in animal advocacy, honoring Ellen Degeneres and Portia deRossi at the 23rd Genesis Awards at Los Angeles CA. (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)
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23rd Genesis Awards
INTERVIEW: Wayne Pacelle, President of HSUS, on the event, the Canadian Seal Hunt, HSUS greatest victory of 2008, challenges ahead, what people can do to help animals, honoring Ellen Degeneres and Portia deRossi at the 23rd Genesis...
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23rd Genesis Awards
INTERVIEW: Jennifer Coolidge on the event, the Canadian Seal Hunt, honoring Ellen Degeneres and Portia deRossi at the 23rd Genesis Awards at Los Angeles CA. (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)
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23rd Genesis Awards
INTERVIEW: Susanna Thompson on the event, the Canadian Seal Hunt, honoring Ellen Degeneres and Portia deRossi at the 23rd Genesis Awards at Los Angeles CA. (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)