The luxurious limousine ripped through the town; the city lights blurred as they whizzed around towards their destination. Arriving, she steps out, a woman so lovely a woman so dazzling you’d have to shield your eyes for protection. Media moved in like crows putting camera lenses in her face, microphones pressed against her for a comment, as she struggles yielding herself from the constant harassment and persistence. Princess Diana of Wales always knew how to make an entrance. Rich, poor, famous, and obscure gathered around for a glimpse of the famous Diana, hoping to see her beauty, hoping to see the elegance she carried, hoping for one single glance in their direction. Through all movies and documentaries exposed, the knowledge of Princess Diana has grown extensively to me. Princess Diana’s journey through the media begins with the accident that lead to her death, news coverage of the horrid accident, negative documentaries exposed, and the news coverage on her funeral. Diana was born into a very privileged family to Earl Spencer and Lady Francis Althorp. Sadly, her parents were disappointed at the thought of raising a daughter, rather then a son. Resulting, Diana was mainly raised by nannies or sent away for her studies. Despite all the misery, Diana grew up to be an admirable young lady. In a detailed biography it is stated, “At school she showed a particular talent for music (as an accomplished pianist), dancing and domestic science, and gained the school's award for the girl giving maximum help to the school and her schoolfellow” (http://www.netglimse.com/celebs/pages/princess_diana/index.shtml 1 November 2008). Whether or not she married the Prince of Whales she would have made a name for herself in the mas... ... middle of paper ... ...encer, delivered an address that praised Diana and blamed the media for her death” (Lewis 1). She also covers a very ironic issue that Mother Teresa, an idol to Diana, died on September 6 but the news coverage on her was pushed out by the news coverage done on Diana (http://womenshistory.about.com/od/diana/a/diana_funeral.htm 3 November 2008). Even though Diana’s name was dragged through the mud in many cases, she is still the people’s princess. She still knew how to make an entrance, and made an effort to benefit man kind. The media played both a positive and negative role in her life. In a way she used the media to begin her life, and ironically because of the media her life ended. The relics of her life still remain through audio, video, books, magazines, articles, etc. Which show that she will always be one of the most remarkable individuals in the world.
Queen Isabella was born in 1451, in the city of Castile, Spain (Leon 75). She was the daughter of King John II and Arevalo (Maltby par 1). Her family was very strong Catholics and she was born and raised a Catholic. Her brother, Alfonso, became King. He banished her mother, younger brother, and her from the kingdom (Leon 75, 77). Isabella had chestnut hair with natural red highlights and her look was demure and soft. She went to school with nuns at Santa Ana Convent. At school, she fancied reading, writing, music, and painting. In her free time, she was tutored at home with her older brother. After her childhood, she learned treachery was everywhere. As a teenager, her family forced her to marry a scoundrel. That day, she prayed to God for deliverance. On the way to their wedding, he choked and died from bronchitis. From that day on, she was ready for what was coming her way.
Shock waves went around the world when news spread that the ‘people’s princess’, Princess Diana of Wales had died. On August 31st, 1997, she was involved in a car crash and sustained serious injuries, passing away four hours after the collision. Official investigators concluded that it was an accident, caused by the driver’s alcohol levels, and pursuing paparazzi. In comparison, a conspiracy theory suggests that the crash was orchestrated by the British Secret Service, as ordered by the Monarchy.
When one thinks of becoming a princess or even royalty, the idea of the magical childhood, fantasy wedding and perfect marriage, seems to accompany the indication of a royal, but yet this was not the case for Diana. Ever since she was eight, her parents had been divorced and little Diana just “longed for the love of a united home” (Wright). Her school grades were not up to par, “an academically below-average student” (Princess Diana Biography Biography) and her family life was in shackles, so later becoming a princess and huge icon was such a powerful message for those with rough starts; this was not the first stereotype she would break. From straightforwardly addressing tough, international medical issues to her torn personal life, the people sympathized with her, because she was such real, true and honest princess. When Diana entered into the public view by her marriage to Charles, her life appeared to be perfect especially when followed by two, healthy sons, William and Harry, but...
Transition: Before we can pass judgment on her royal downfall we must first look at her life before she became the “executed” queen.
Queen Elizabeth I was said to be one of the best rulers of England. Unlike rulers before her, she was a Protestant and not a Catholic. She was not stupid though. She did go to church and did everything that Catholics did to prevent getting her head cut off under the rules of her sister Mary. Elizabeth was very young when she came to rule. She was only 17 years old when her sister Mary died and she took over.
Director Stephen Frears chose, when filming this movie, to use traditional 35mm film for the scenes featuring the Royal Family. He chose to use traditional 35mm film to reflect the traditional views of the Royal Family. The syntax analyzed the language provided by the syntax helped understand the Royal Family traditional culture. The Royal Family at the beginning of the film had deep traditional roots and don’t agree with the progressive members of the society at large. After Princess Diana’s death the Royal Family believed that the arraignments should be kept as a private matter of her family. The Royal Family strongly believed that the Princess Diana was no longer part of the Royal Family since her divorce to the son of Queen Elizabeth II. Their traditional culture did not approve of Diana’s actions therefore they clashed views with the modernized government and Tony Blair’s suggestions to attend a public funeral for Diana, speak to the nation about Diana, and fly a Union flag at half-mast. The Queen and the Royal Family when adviced with these suggestions think it is a...
Her films during the 50’s and 60’s have become classics throughout the American society and the world. Her humanitarian work with UNICEF has left a lasting impact on children in many third world countries. Along with her acting career and humanitarian work, she also continues to influence the world of fashion and inspire young girls today. The memory of Audrey Hepburn and the work she has done in all arenas of her life will continue to impact and inspire the world for many years to
Diana, the youngest in her family of four, remained close to the Royal Family of Britain even at a young age. She may not of been royalty in her younger years, but she came from a wealthy family; “Born Diana Spencer on July 1, 1961, Princess Diana became Lady Diana Spencer after her father inherited the title of Earl Spencer in 1975” (“Princess”). Diana had a noble birth because she came from such an aristocratic background. Diana became a public icon and the press, along with her people, loved her. In Diana’s childhood her mother and father divorced, her father won the custody battle of all four children. Not until later did Diana go on to marry Prince Charles, the ceremony took place on July 29,
Right from the beginning, she began her journey to becoming “Diana Vreeland”. She was born in Paris right in the hart of fun and excitement. She stated in “The Eye Has To Travel”, a documentary made to tell her story that she grew up in a sort of “theatrical ambiance”. Starting at a young age, the visual hunger for high glamor, elegance and creativity began. When her younger sister and her were sent London for the coronation of George V in the jeweled elephants and horses in bulk left an impression as it would for anyone.
Princess. What does the term really mean? Most people associate it with a fairy-tale life. You have everything you want right at your finger-tips. You are perfectly happy and nothing can go wrong. In reality though, is this true? Lady Diana Spencer was seen as a perfect, flawless princess. But who really was she? What did the title “Princess” mean to her? Diana secretly struggled with insecurity her entire life, but her determination and compassion shaped the way the world thought of her.
Elizabeth Taylor was considered one of the world’s most famous film stars. She was recognized for her beauty, acting ability and her glamorous lifestyle. For outsiders, Elizabeth’s life looked flawless. Yet, not everything about her life was as perfect as it seemed.
“Diana, Princess of Wales.” Encyclopedia of World Biography. Detroit: Gale, 1998. Biography in Context. Web. 12 Mar. 2014.
Princess Diana was known throughout the world as being a well rounded, gorgeous woman, but through all of that she was also a hero in many people’s eyes. Diana was often called Princess Diana by the media and the public, but she did not enjoy such a title and did not personally think of herself as a princess. This is a point Diana herself made to people who referred to her as such. She always had a strong head on her shoulders, no matter what might have been going on at the time. Diana tried to not let various things get her down, even though some could have destroyed her. Diana also spoke with surprising truthfulness about her own personal struggles with bulimia and suicide, giving individuals struggling with these issues a role model of openness and honesty. Princess Diana used her media popularity to bring attention to the needs of the forgotten and needy of the world. She was out to seek a symbol in everyone’s life, life itself.
...g as an ambassador for England, Diana desperately sought out peace for herself and others throughout the course of her life, which in my opinion has earned her the permanent title as “the people’s princess.”