significant impact on an individual‟s sense of self. Belonging is a basic human desire. It can be formed via family ‚ culture and also self – discovery. Texts can show the importance for one to belong to a purpose as an outrageous world of dancing in Baz Luhrmann‟s “Strictly Ballroom” demonstrates how the use of filmic techniques can bring an understanding of the difference between conforming and belonging by choice. Also the novel “Metamorphosis” by Franz Kafka illustrate the difficulties to accept
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STRICTLY BALLROOM Strictly Ballroom‚ directed by Australia’s own Baz Luhrmann‚ is one of the most successful movies of all time. The characteristics of this film‚ which have led to its worldwide success‚ are the editing and the style of directing that Baz Luhrmann present’s to the audience‚ as well as the characters and the storyline of the film. The flamboyant style of directing is best shown in the opening scene of the movie. The first thing we see is the red curtain and “Strictly Ballroom” written
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Adapting Plays Into Movies “In theatre‚ you can change things ever so slightly; it’s an organic thing. Whereas in film‚ you only have that chance on the day‚ and you have no control over it at all‚” These insightful words were once spoken by actress (Casino Royale‚ Quantum of Solace) and Oscar winner Judi Dench‚ and they very clearly illustrate one of the biggest differences between theatre and film. However‚ a small hint of bias seems to be depicted in this point of view. The quote (and many others)
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perceptions of belonging vary amongst different type of individuals and groups. This may depend on social‚ historical and cultural aspects which may influence ones perception of belonging. Baz Luhrmann’s film ‘Strictly ballroom’ and Shaun Tan’s picture book‚ ‘The Arrival’‚ both explore the aspects of belonging. Baz Luhrmann’s film‚ ‘Strictly Ballroom’ revolves around a young character‚ Scott‚ who is trying to find his ‘inner-self’ through a series of acts which leads to repercussions of alienation
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experience this revolution and be surrounded by the artists‚ singers‚ and dancers of this new Bohemian world. Little did he know that he would experience something he had never felt before but always believed in: love. Moulin Rouge‚ directed by Baz Luhrmann‚ is an exquisite movie musical based off of a real life cabaret called Moulin Rouge in Montmartre. The movie tells the story of the love triangle between Christian‚ Satine aka the “Sparkling Diamond” of the Moulin Rouge‚ played by Nicole Kidman
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Luhrmann has appropriated the original version of Romeo and Juliet‚ written by William Shakespeare and created a modernised film that presents the same everlasting themes in a visual medium. This essay will compare the two versions of Act V Scene lll (death scene) in Romeo and Juliet and will explore the ways each have developed the compelling story. Shakespeare’s plays were written to be heard as an auditory experience and were viewed by an audience on a bland stage with minimal sets‚ costuming
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of belonging is not that of another. With perceptions regularly changing over time‚ it is this complexity of variation and the contradictory nature of belonging that is illustrated and explored though Baz Luhrmann’s film ‘Strictly Ballroom’. A depiction is created throughout the film‚ with Luhrmann using the main character and protagonist Scott Hastings and his individuality conflicting with the need to conform within the world of ballroom dancing and a juxtaposition of two very different cultures
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writer’s use of conventions and techniques.”1 Cultural identity; “the identity of a group‚ culture or individual as far as one is influenced by one’s belonging to a group or culture.”2 The epic drama Australia‚ (2008)‚ by award-winning director Baz Luhrmann‚ is the second highest grossing film in Australia’s history. Australia is set during the Second World War. A context and time different from ours and therefore one‚ which allows for an examination of cultural identity and those values‚ beliefs
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Moulin Rouge Essay Through a variety of genres and film techniques‚ Baz Luhrmann conveys his characters to the ideals of the Bohemian Revolution; these ideals are that of truth‚ beauty‚ freedom and love. The four genres that have been studied and explored are tragedy‚ comedy‚ musical and love. Luhrmann’s ability to combine these genres throughout important moments of the film help to engage the audience in observing the bohemian ideals that certain characters possess. Satine‚ Christian and the
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belonging. An individual must first develop a relationship with those that are around them in order to find acceptance. Conversely even if an individual develop a bond with one this does not mean that they are accepted by all. Strictly Ballroom by Baz Luhrmann explores these ideas through the characters of Scott and Fran who discovered a sense of belonging through their relationship however their bond challenges the relationships of those that are around them. Enter without so much as knocking portrays
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