Australian Visions Strictly Ballroom and Neighbours
Intro
Vision is a means of communicating an individual’s thoughts and feelings that convey senses of something immaterial, or in other words - Concepts. Visions are perceived differently by individuals; they often reflect different values, attitudes and emotions that are shaped by experiences of individuals or social groups to express or react to their perceptions of worlds they belong to. In the satirical film ‘Strictly Ballroom’ directed by Baz Luhrmann and short-story ‘Neighbours’ by Tim Winton, similar ideas are conveyed through the ways they perceive the Australian society. Both men identify Australia as a progressively changing country, full of opportunities and equipped with unique features, along with dynamic cultures that embellish its already remarkable society. Despite her positive attributes, it is confounded in the mindset of the older generation, lacking the ability to fully break from conformities. They suggest that barriers can only be broken down through risk taking and the ability to withstand pressure to fight for what one believes in.
Body 1 - Change - Strictly Ballroom
Luhrmann exposes the shallow australian society through the use of red curtain cinema, and uses the microscopic world of ballroom dancing to reflect comparable ideas and values of his perceived Australia. The spotlight highlights the prominent figures of the film, emphasising Scott and Fran’s breakthrough in the final scene. Luhrmann employs different devices to emphasise the heightened world of ballroom dancing. The amplification of costume stresses the less important glamour aspects of ballroom dancing and foreshadow growth. The gold blazer worn by scott is symbolic of success and heroism, and is complemented by the bright red dress worn by Fran, effectively contrasts the dull colours she previously wore, suggests that she has re-established a new self, developed from a plain and unnoticed beginner to Scott’s glamorous, confident dancer. These costumes were used to
Vision is a means of communicating an individual’s thoughts and feelings that convey senses of something immaterial, or in other words - Concepts. Visions are perceived differently by individuals; they often reflect different values, attitudes and emotions that are shaped by experiences of individuals or social groups to express or react to their perceptions of worlds they belong to. In the satirical film ‘Strictly Ballroom’ directed by Baz Luhrmann and short-story ‘Neighbours’ by Tim Winton, similar ideas are conveyed through the ways they perceive the Australian society. Both men identify Australia as a progressively changing country, full of opportunities and equipped with unique features, along with dynamic cultures that embellish its already remarkable society. Despite her positive attributes, it is confounded in the mindset of the older generation, lacking the ability to fully break from conformities. They suggest that barriers can only be broken down through risk taking and the ability to withstand pressure to fight for what one believes in.
Body 1 - Change - Strictly Ballroom
Luhrmann exposes the shallow australian society through the use of red curtain cinema, and uses the microscopic world of ballroom dancing to reflect comparable ideas and values of his perceived Australia. The spotlight highlights the prominent figures of the film, emphasising Scott and Fran’s breakthrough in the final scene. Luhrmann employs different devices to emphasise the heightened world of ballroom dancing. The amplification of costume stresses the less important glamour aspects of ballroom dancing and foreshadow growth. The gold blazer worn by scott is symbolic of success and heroism, and is complemented by the bright red dress worn by Fran, effectively contrasts the dull colours she previously wore, suggests that she has re-established a new self, developed from a plain and unnoticed beginner to Scott’s glamorous, confident dancer. These costumes were used to