Performed in the first known film adaptation of Hamlet, a first for any Hamlet performance by a woman.
During the Paris Exposition of June 1, 1900, Bernhardt reprised her role as Hamlet for the Phono-Cinéma-Théâtre, resulting in the first known filmed adaptation of Shakespeare's play. This performance is historically significant as it marked the first time the character of Hamlet was portrayed on film, further adding to Bernhardt's reputation as an innovative force in theater and emerging film industry. She broke gender norms by being a woman executing this role on a new platform, showcasing the transformative possibilities of cinema while promoting Shakespeare to wider audiences.