A Comparison Of Meaning Between Film And Text For Shakespeare’S Romeo And Juliet

A Comparison of Meaning Between Film and Text for Shakespeare’s Macbeth

Focus Question:

How does the film impact our interpretation / understanding of the characters and themes of the play? Does it compliment them, enhance them or alter them?

In your response, consider what new material / meaning has been added and any features of the original that were left out. Refer to several aspects of film from the list below.

 Camera Angles, Distance and Movement  Length of Shots  Lighting  Placement and Number of People  Colour  Music  Costumes and Clothing  Symbolism of Objects  Scenery and Time Period

 Respond in 2 pages typed, double spaced. Rough notes will be collected.

Evaluation:

Knowledge Commentary reflects a strong understanding of the play and makes reference to relevant specific details in the play and film 1 2 3 4

Thinking Commentary offers insightful comments regarding how the film impacts our interpretation / understanding of Shakespeare's play 1 2 3 4

Communication Commentary is well written and polished 1 2 3 4

Application Commentary reflects a variety of the aspects of film (list above)1 2 3 4 Advice:

You should begin with a thesis-like statement that outlines your overall response as to how the film impacts our interpretation / understanding of the play's characters and themes. Mention the specific features of the film (like symbolism, etc.) that you will discuss. Then you should have a series of paragraphs that explain your perspective with specific references to the play and to the film. No long introduction or conclusion is required given word limit.

You will not be able to cover everything – pick several features that resonated with you and focus your discussion around an in depth look at them. Quotes are nice but not required. Keep it formal: no need to say, “I really liked the film...”

 Not all change is bad, or good. Focus on the impact that changes have.

Camera Angles, Distance and Movement

Camera Angles High Angle: The camera looks down on the subject. Low Angle: The camera looks up at the subject Straight Angle: The camera is on the same level as the subject

Camera Distance Close Up: A shot in which the camera is close to the subject Long Shot: A shot that uses the full view of the camera and the subject is some distance away Medium Shot: The distance between the close up and the long shot

Camera Movement Dolly: A dolly is a cart or truck that the camera is mounted on so that it can move smoothly Pan: The camera is mounted and moves left/right Tilt: The camera is mounted and moves up/down Zooming: The camera lense is used to move in and out and zoom