# Shakespeare: The Truth Behind the Name (2021)

> A probing documentary revisits the mystery of who truly authored the works attributed to William Shakespeare.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7347625

## Facts

- Runtime: 100 min
- Genres: History, Documentary
- Director: Robin K. Phillips
- Cast: Robin K. Phillips
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13528292/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: serious, investigative, sceptical, literary discussion, history viewing

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