Hamnet fans can be transported into star-studded film for free | Films | Entertainment

For fans of Hamnet, the wait for the upcoming film from Academy Award-winning director Chloé Zhao has been a long one.

But ahead of its release, fans can step inside the film in a stunning exhibition in London.

“Even as a Shadow, Even as a Dream” opens to the public in Fitzroy Square, London on 9th December and celebrates Zhao’s visionary storytelling and unique creative process.

The exhibit will showcase a collection of original props and set pieces, on-set photography by Agata Grzybowska that capture the film’s stunning locations, from the forests of Stratford-Upon-Avon to the stage of the Globe Theatre

There will also be the chance to view artwork and writings from Zhao and actor Jessie Buckley.

The heart-wrenching film tells the powerful love story that inspired the creation of Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.

Hamnet stars Jessie as his mother and Paul Mescal as his father, alongside Emily Watson and Joe Alwyn.

Director Zhao said of the story: “Will Shakepeare had written a story about love and death and I feel honoured and fortunate to be able to interpret his messages for today’s audience.

“Hamnet is about how these two foundational human experiences can alchemize and transform each other through art and storytelling.”

The exhibition will tun from 9th – 20th December and will be open 10AM until 6PM Tuesday-Saturday each week.

Tickets will be available to book from 24th November at Time 10:00AM via EventBrite. The exhibition will be held at the 6 Fitzroy Square, London, W1T 5HJ

Entry to “Even as a Shadow, Even as a Dream” is free and fans are advised to book but a limited number of walk-ins will be allowed each day.

Hamnet opens in UK cinemas on 9th January 2026.