Lawrence Olivier’s speech was most effective. The beginning helped the audience visually understand the internal conflict Hamlet is facing after finding his father's murderer. The director made a very bold choice by placing Hamlet on the edge of the rock. The way Hamlet is placed in this speech encompassed the true meaning of the speech, death. The Laurence Olivier version was the only version that was in black and white. As a result this version was more relatable to the time of the original speech. Another aspect of this speech was the music. Unlike the other versions, this speech began with extremely expressive music. This music added a sense of suspense as they pane to Hamlet sitting on the cliff. The tone was another effective aspect.
