The Merchant of Venice
"The Merchant of Venice" is a film adaptation of William Shakespeare's play set in 16th century Venice. The story revolves around a merchant named Antonio who borrows money from a Jewish moneylender named Shylock to help his friend Bassanio woo a wealthy heiress named Portia. The central conflict arises when Antonio fails to repay the loan, leading to a trial where Shylock demands a pound of Antonio's flesh as payment. The movie explores themes of justice, mercy, prejudice, and the complexities of human nature.
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