Romeo And Juliet Context

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Romeo & Juliet, is a universally loved, for its rich characters, heart pumping drama and probably the most soul destroying storyline. All articulated perfectly by the brilliant, William Shakespeare. That goes on to create a truly timeless story. The most recognizable adaption is the one, by Director Baz Luhrmann. Which was released in November 1st, 1996. To great success, in terms of the finical takings and the critical response. It made $147. 5 Million, on a modest budget of $14.5 million. The director came from Australia, and was hugely passionate about film making at a young age. Luhrmann made the film, out of pure passion for Shakespeare. So in essence the film captured a number of powerful themes, my favourite being Tragedy. That goes …show more content…

Has Luhrmann been successful when meeting expectations of a totally different context? To quote Luhrmann, ‘Dramas play to the simple person and the complicated person’. Which is true to his direction. , Romeo and Juliet, displays the theme of tragedy, through the use of Cinematography. That is present in the “Gas Station Fight”, with all of the close ups of the each indivual weapon. As well as the visual metaphors of the Capulet Boys squishing the cigarettes on the ground. Which could be a reflection of the situations’ outcome. It really showcases the relationship between the Montagues and the Capulets. The amount of close ups of the grills, as well. Is what showcases how violent the two families are. As people who have grills are often represented as a complete manic. It’s a …show more content…

Thus being how, Lurhman has been successful conveying the theme of tragedy, through the amount of close ups. ,, The use of Acting has played a great role in developing the theme of tragedy, in particular the character of Tybalt played by Harold Perrineau. This is present during Mercutio’s final moments. Due to Harold Perrineau’s performance, where he pursues to say that he’s placing a plague on both of their houses. While he begins to perish, in the Hands of Romeo. The sudden shock of Mercutio’s wound, where he begins to stumble, leading to his eventual break to madness. All perfectly encapsulate the theme of tragedy. As at this moment of the story, where it starts to show just how dangerous the story is. That no one is safe and even that vital characters can die. This ties into theme of tragedy. This is due to the chain of events that really enforce these points. Because of this Romeo, feels the need to kill Tybalt. I strongly believe because of the brilliant performance by Harold Perrineau. That this

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