Critically evaluate the success or otherwise of the film "ten things I hate about you" as an adaptation of Shakespeare's "the taming of the shrew."

The movie Ten Things I Hate About You (1999), directed by Gilbert Junger is a recent, witty and highly successful adaptation of William Shakespeare's comedic classic The Taming of the Shrew. The film is a loose adaptation of the play, aiming not to recreate the original, but rather bring the storyline and its themes into a modern context that can be enjoyed by younger contemporary audiences. The film was a great success, appealing to teens and …

…this movie, not as a comparison to Shakespeare, but as a text in its own right. Although this film was an adaptation, it stands alone as no audience member required any previous knowledge of the play to enjoy the movie. This film was a huge success, and whether or not it is compared to the original, it is a fine example of popular culture in today's society and will be valued for years to come.