- Both Ophelia and Juliet are young women who are in love with men who are not considered appropriate for them by their families.
- Both Ophelia and Juliet are driven to madness by their love for their men.
- Both Ophelia and Juliet ultimately die as a result of their love for their men.
Differences
- Ophelia is a more passive character than Juliet. She is often seen as being obedient and meek, while Juliet is more assertive and independent.
- Ophelia's madness is more inward-looking, while Juliet's is more outward-looking. Ophelia's madness is characterized by her唱歌 and rambling, while Juliet's is characterized by her violence and aggression.
- Ophelia's death is more accidental, while Juliet's is more intentional. Ophelia drowns after falling into a river, while Juliet stabs herself to death.