Click here to visit our new site --> CafeDVD 2.0 (1980) Rating: Starring: John Franklyn-Robbins, John Rhys-Davies, Alan David, Gemma Jones, Susan Jameson, Warren Mitchell, Richard Morant, Kenneth Cranham, John Nettles Director: Jack Gold Category: Special Interest, British TV, Shakespeare, Theatrical Performances Studio: Subtitles: English Length: 2h 37m     The Merchant of Venice (1980) is a Shakespearean comedy that explores themes of mercy, justice, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of a merchant's perilous bond with a moneylender. The film delves into the interplay between contractual obligations and personal ethics in a richly detailed Venetian setting.