Throne of Blood

Director Akira Kurosawa adapted Shakespeare’s play to take place in 15th century Japan. How might a director adapt Macbeth to be set in the United States in the 21st century? Begin by imagining what job or social position someone like Macbeth might have in modern times. Think about what his ambition might lead him to do and how it might bring about his tragic downfall. Then write a summary of the film that you might submit as a proposal to a movie studio. Be sure to explain in your summary how your story would differ from Shakespeare’s and what its appeal to modern audiences might be.