6. Kenneth Branagh and William Shakespeare (Director-Actor/Writer, 4 collaborations)
Yes, partnerships can be formed centuries apart. Shakespeare probably could never envision the depths and lengths his work would be interpreted for generations after his death. Branagh bringing his understanding and genuine love for the Bard's work in both directing and acting, much like the Elizabethan playwright, in three of his most prominent works: Henry V, Much Ado About Nothing, and Hamlet. He also lent a performance in another 90's adaptation of Shakespeare, Othello as the villainous Iago. For better (Hamlet) and for worse (Romeo + Juliet), his productions sparked a renewed interest in the timeless tales throughout the 90's. Branagh helped prove that the themes of power, love, guilt, and death will echo well into the future.