Romeo and Juliet (2006 film)

The 2006 Romeo and Juliet film is a British television film adaptation of William Shakespeare's tragedy of the same name. It was directed by Don Boyd and stars Andrew Buchan as Romeo Montague and Camilla Belle as Juliet Capulet. The film is set in a modern, almost dystopic Verona, Italy. This production aims to capture the timeless themes of love, hate, and family conflict within a contemporary urban environment.

The film features a score by John Altman and received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its visual style and contemporary setting, while others criticized its interpretation of Shakespeare's language and characters. The film was notable for its attempts to recontextualize the classic story for a modern audience, incorporating elements of gang warfare and societal decay into the narrative. It was produced by Shakespeare on Screen, a project dedicated to adapting Shakespeare's plays for television.