] Well, I suppose we shall have to agree to disagree. I just don't believe Shakespeare would toss a character into any of his plays without having some sort of personality. It may not be a strong and dynamic one, like Hamlet, but I believe it is there and well defined.

I was of two minds whether to post my opinion of Horatio's personality. You can argue with a person's logic, but not with their affection! I hope you don't feel I've insulted your favorite too much! I can see that I'm going to have to borrow Branagh's Hamlet again as soon as I can, paying special attention to Horatio. ;-)