"Elsinore" is a film directed by Simon Stone about British actor Ian Charleson, who prepared for his final role as Hamlet whilst battling AIDS in 1989. The drama stars Andrew Scott as Charleson and has received particular acclaim for his performance, which the reviewer considers one of the finest of his career. The film explores Charleson's determination to perform one of theatre's most demanding roles despite his advanced illness, set against the backdrop of the AIDS crisis.

Set in 1989, the narrative follows Charleson as he is cast to replace Daniel Day-Lewis in Richard Eyre's production of Hamlet at the National Theatre in London, shortly after receiving an AIDS diagnosis. Despite his doctor's warnings, Charleson pursues the role, attending rehearsals and hospital treatment simultaneously whilst concealing his illness from castmates. The film features supporting performances from Olivia Colman, Billie Piper, Johnny Flynn, Luke Thompson, and David Dawson, with Scott delivering a multi-layered performance encompassing both intimate personal struggle and ambitious theatrical performance on stage.