The
elements of Film and Theatre By: Michael Garcia
Although
we may not know it at first, the cinema and plays are very similar. Film has
always been a big interest for me. I often read screenplays for movies just to
get a better understanding of the films. It wasn’t until after reading the
introduction to drama that I noticed that film and the stage contain almost
entirely the same elements. For starters, both film and theatre contain a three
part structure including a beginning, middle, and end. Also, both stories must
contain suspense and conflict so that the audiences aren’t left bored and
disengaged. We can also see that throughout time, some plays have made good
movies like Romeo and Juliet, A few good
men, and Casablanca.
Hollywood even recently with Anonymous, has made movies detailing the life of William
Shakespeare; a famous playwright. Even
with all the similarities between the two formats, people still find the movies
more entertaining. This is probably because film has an advantage in its presentation.
Everything about a movie contours to the audience, like the loud score and
computer generated imagery to dazzle the moviegoers. When it comes to the
stage, the audience must follow and focus on the details more closely. I
believe, though, that film and theatre will continue to have many memorable
accomplishments. I think the similarities are so close that most people who
like movies will love plays just as much.
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I agree they had alot in common, but there are more elaberet emotion or some sort of extended parts on hamlets emotion, as in the book, he doesnt really do it or if so, not so much
ReplyDeleteyvette ortiz
i agree i do find going to the movies or looking at play are more entertaing because when you go look at the movie or play it kind of seems like you are right there in it than just reading the book with all of the different ways they are talking
ReplyDeleteYeah, sometimes when I read a book it comes across like the characters are always talking and there isn't much "action."
DeleteMichael Garcia
I agree with your assessment as how to how similar they are in structure. The big advantage film has over a play other than the obvious aftertouches is the fact that there can always be a "retake." If an actor on stage loses their motivation in a critical scene, all immersion for an audience member could cease. Film, however, can even make the most limited and two dimensional actor seem complex through doing a scene dozens of times for that perfect take.
ReplyDeleteBrian McNulty
I agree, film is taking over with the modern technology available, as well as expectations of entertainment seekers. I will be honest and say that I have fallen prey to movies over plays, basically because of the availability. However, I agree also that theatre will always be around, there will always be groups of people that enjoy to create the imagery for themselves instead of having Hollywood portray the story.
ReplyDeleteAlex Stofferan
Film is great because it really puts a better understanding on mood and action scenes, but they could never replace a book in detail. There are so many scenes left out of movies just because of low budgets or time frames. With plays you don't have the instant swap between scenes as in movies either, there a pause as the scenery changes and maybe that gives a dull affect on plays to the adience. Oh and you can't make a play about huge explosions and gaint robots
ReplyDeletemovies and plays over reading any day, its more entertaining and i pay more attention that way.
ReplyDeleteMovies are quite understandable do to facial expressions, acting and etc!
ReplyDeleteI agree. I think the theatre is more attractive to some people because they are encouraged to be engaged throughout the play by all the small details and little actions going on, whereas in movies what the audience sees may be limited by the camera.
ReplyDeleteGilberto Flores
I disagree. I personally cannot stand to watch a play on stage. Maybe
ReplyDeleteit is because I have no imagination... it is just not my thing. I much
prefer reading it as a text or seeing it as a movie. Either give me
everything or give me nothing, but dont give me bits and pieces.
Cassidy S.
I do have to say though that I enjoy reading the book version of a movie prior to going to see it. To me I get more out of the book and am able to let my imagination run. This allows me to fill in the blanks during the movie that may arise due to the fact that a movie has to be cut down so as to not be too long and overwhelming.
ReplyDeleteGilbert Rangel
I could see plays as entertaining, but I believe movies are so much more better. This is mainly because I like seeing the movies that can't really be created on a stage unless they suddenly had CGI or holograms to create awesome explosions.
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