of the film would never happen if Scott had been disqualified from the first competition. 3. I think “Strictly Ballroom” would be classified as a Romantic Comedy. It would be Romantic because you can tell that there is something going on between Fran
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some way whether it is Family such as in Little Miss Sunshine or in ‘Strictly Ballroom’ belonging to the world of dance. In both Films belonging and what it means to belong or break away and be an individual are shown. In strictly Ballroom Scott and Fran and in Little Miss Sunshine the main character of Olive that believe in order to find their place in the world they must find where they belong‚ In the Film Strictly Ballroom‚ the character of Scott Hastings illustrates the way we are often forced
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the standards of the dance federation which do not allow new steps in the competition. Another aspect of belonging explored in the film is belonging and relationships‚ especially for Fran and Scott. This is expressed through the choice of costume for both protagonists. At the beginning of the film (scene 1) Fran wears oversized t-shirt and tights and
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the character of fran. At the beginning of the film Fran costume was really boring in comparison to the ballroom dancing world. Her old ill fitting costume contrasts with sparkly costumes of the women in the room old ill costume in contrast to the other woman in that room. This clearly indicates that Fran was not accepted by anyone.This is further clearly seen in the film when she is presented as ‘’just Fran’’ without a surname. This positions to understood the responder that Fran clearly does not
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1. What is the most important issue in this case? Explain why. The debate and opinions in this case is different for every person on the council‚ whether it is standing up for Fran or pushing her out the door. I try to put this situation into context; trying to picture this situation in my city or village. There is quite a bit that this study leaves out‚ such as population and the city’s historic culture‚ but with that being said‚ I still have to address the question as it is. The most important
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Ballroom and in Tim Winton’s short story neighbours. In the film this is shown to us through Fran mostly as she interacts with Scott to become a professional dancer through their ups and downs. And also is seen in Shirley Over time Scott allows Fran to dance with him after multiple training sessions. At first Fran is watching Scott perform with Liz who then dumps him for his ridiculous dance moves. Fran takes her chance and shows Scott that she is up to dancing his whacked out steps along with her
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COMMUNITY) * Belonging is security‚ acceptance and identity. * Group identity can often mean that the fear of being rejected often results in pressuring others to comply. (MAYBE) * Belonging to a group carries with it expectations of compliance. FRAN * Belonging can be alienation‚ abandonment and insecurity. * Rebellious identities see their individuality limited by adhering to dominant group values. * The true nature of belonging must be meaningful to allow for growth and
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dances his own steps‚ causing partner Liz Holt to dump him. Then Fran‚ ugly duckling of the beginners’ class‚ offers to be Scott’s new partner. Initially sceptical‚ he is persuaded by her ideas‚ and together they plan to dance their own steps at the Pan-Pacific Grand Prix Championships. But Scott’s rebelliousness does not go unchallenged. His mother Shirley and coach Les Kendall try various ways to prevent Scott from dancing with Fran‚ while corrupt President Barry Fife plots Scott’s downfall by
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character‚ symbols‚ illustration and colour are used to successfully portray this. Scott Hastings believed in himself and did not give up his independence to conform to the ballroom world. At first‚ when having to choose between dance partners of Fran or Tina Sparkle‚ he was torn between independence or conformity. He then accepted that he was different and that he did not conform to the ‘strictly’ ballroom world‚ and because of this‚ he did not lose himself in his battle of belonging. Through the
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