Dear Gabriel Corte,
You are a dispicable man. You consider yourself to be high class and above others, when in reality, you have done things that most ordinary people would not dare to do. First, you have a mistress, which is most definitely considered cheating on your wife. Also, when you promised to give some of your most trusted employees a ride out of the unsafe city, you turned your back on them and took your mistress instead. Then, when you arrived in a small town out of Paris to seek refuge, you consider the hotel to be inadequate and childishly sleep in the car.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Post A Week 3 Suite Francaise
Vocabulary:
trumeau(34):a mirror having a painted or carved panel above or below the glass in the same frame.
pram(49):a small vehicle with four wheels in which a baby or child is pushed around
Literary terms:
Usually his face had the smooth, defiant look of an old cat purring by a warm stovebut he was so tierd from the previous day that it couldn't but show and his weak jaw drooped like a corpse. (35) This has an example of a similie in the cat part, and in the part where his jaw droops like a corpse. They are similies because the author is indirectly describing the man as these objects.
The plane above thier heads had appeared suddenly; they could hear it's thin piercing sound fading away.(42) The piercing sound is an example of personificaion because sound cannot pierce.
But panic was intensifying, spreading like wildfire from city to city.(44) This is an example of imagry because it appeals to my senses.
Quote:
Christian charity, the compassion of centuries of civilisation, fell from her like usless ornaments, revealing her bare, arid soul. She needed to protect her own children. Nothing else mattered any more.(48) This quote demonsrates the desperation flowing through the minds of all who were fleeing the city in search of saftey.
Theme:
A theme of this novel is survival of the richest, because everyone who has money can find saftey while those who don't are hit the hardest by the tragedy.
trumeau(34):a mirror having a painted or carved panel above or below the glass in the same frame.
pram(49):a small vehicle with four wheels in which a baby or child is pushed around
Literary terms:
Usually his face had the smooth, defiant look of an old cat purring by a warm stovebut he was so tierd from the previous day that it couldn't but show and his weak jaw drooped like a corpse. (35) This has an example of a similie in the cat part, and in the part where his jaw droops like a corpse. They are similies because the author is indirectly describing the man as these objects.
The plane above thier heads had appeared suddenly; they could hear it's thin piercing sound fading away.(42) The piercing sound is an example of personificaion because sound cannot pierce.
But panic was intensifying, spreading like wildfire from city to city.(44) This is an example of imagry because it appeals to my senses.
Quote:
Christian charity, the compassion of centuries of civilisation, fell from her like usless ornaments, revealing her bare, arid soul. She needed to protect her own children. Nothing else mattered any more.(48) This quote demonsrates the desperation flowing through the minds of all who were fleeing the city in search of saftey.
Theme:
A theme of this novel is survival of the richest, because everyone who has money can find saftey while those who don't are hit the hardest by the tragedy.
My Film Review For On The Waterfront
The film On The Waterfront was amazing. Everything about it seemed thought out and well executed including the acting, cinematography, and costumes. On The Waterfront effectively showed the plight of an ordinary man and his conscience, without being overly dramatic or cheesy. In conclusion, On The Waterfront is a quality film that successfully shows how hard it is to make the right choice, especially when one is facing peer pressure.
The main literary aspects of the film On The Waterfront are the setting, the characters, and the symbols. The setting of On The Waterfront is in New York in the 1950’s. The accents, costumes, and occupations of the characters all coincide with this time period and location. Also, as many shots were down on the waterfront docks, there is a lack of women and racial minorities in this film, showing the lack of roles in the workplace for both in the 1950’s. Next, a symbolic figure of the film is Edie Doyle, who represents everything virtuous and noble. She is the only character with blonde hair in the film, so in every scene she appears in, she give off an almost holy looking glow.
The most important dramatic trait of the film On The Waterfront is the acting. The actors and actresses of the film are all perfect for their parts. For example, Marlon Brandon, who plays Terry Malloy is a gorgeous, talented actor. He portrays a tough, but sensitive man, who is not bright but knows the difference between right and wrong. Next, Lee J. Cobb, who plays Johnny Friendly, is a talented actor. He physically looks the part of a mob boss, as he is large, but not plump, and appears like he could tear his enemies apart with his bare hands. He also has a very good sneer and a convincing voice. Last, Eva Marie Saint, who plays Edie Doyle, is perfect for her part. She is supposed to portray an innocent, naïve girl, and she does so with grace. Eva Marie Saint is also very beautiful, and has blonde hair and blue eyes that make her stand out from the rest of the cast. Her soft, ladylike voice is very convincing.
Another dramatic effect in On The Waterfront is the lighting. The lighting throughout the film is very dark and somewhat eerie. An example of this is when Terry is calling to Joey Doyle, it is at night, in the dark, so the streetlamps cast a mysterious shadow across Terry’s face. The use of dark and night show that something sinister is going to happen. Another example of the filmmakers use of dark lighting to set the mood is when Terry goes to find his brother. Edie follows him, and finds him in a dark alley. As she finds him, a truck swerves around the corner, careening towards them. The shock of suddenly being thrust into the bright lights projecting from the headlight creates an atmosphere full of blind panic. The lighting whenever Edie is around Terry is much lighter than when he is surrounded by Johnny Friendly and his mob. Her light hair and pale skin make her appear to be glowing, and this represents how angelic and moral she is. The lighting in this film is effectively used to show the contrast between good and bad.
The three most useful cinematic aspects of the film On The Waterfront are the different angles of the shots and the music and sounds. After Terry unknowingly aids in the murder of Joey Doyle, there is a scene where he and Glover are sitting on top of the roof by the pigeons. The high angle shows how powerless and depressed Terry felt about being involved in such a crime. Another type of shot used to create a mood in this film was the low angle. An example of a low angle shot is when the men trying to get work on the waterfront get into a fight with the man who gives out the work tickets. The low angle makes the men look even more foolish and desperate than they already are. Like in most films, the music and sounds were used to show the characters emotions. When Terry tries to admit to Edie that he was a part of the murder of her brother, a train whistle drowns out his voice. Then he tries more loudly to explain that he didn’t mean to help the mob, but again the train whistle overrides him. Then the music cues in, louder than the whistle, and then all you can hear is Edie sobbing hysterically and see her run off. The sound in this scene show how desperate and trapped Terry feels about being involved in the murder, and also how helpless Edie feels about trying to find out about her brothers’ death. In conclusion, the cinematic aspects of the film On The Waterfront are used to convey an emotion to the viewer.
The novel All My Sons is similar to the film On The Waterfront because both of the protagonists deal with moral dilemmas that have to do with the deaths of innocent victims. Joe Keller knowingly sold faulty airplane part, which broke down and killed the pilots flying the planes. Terry Malloy lured Joey Doyle outside resulting in the death of Joey by the mob. Neither of these men meant for their victims to get harmed, but because of their actions, they each killed innocent people. Terry could not admit that he was a part of the murder, or he would be blacklisted from getting jobs or even could get killed. Joe Keller’s company would have been ruined if he would not have sold those airplane parts. His economic stature would have been destroyed, leaving he and his family in shambles. Both of these men had to make decisions about moral dilemmas, and this goes to show that if you go against your conscience, you will regret it later in life.
I would recommend the film On The Waterfront to everyone because it has high quality plot, characters, and cinematography. Even though the film is old, it is not only for those who adore old films, as the moral dilemmas Terry faces apply to the world today. I am not the only one who thinks this movie is great, as the film won eight Oscars.
The main literary aspects of the film On The Waterfront are the setting, the characters, and the symbols. The setting of On The Waterfront is in New York in the 1950’s. The accents, costumes, and occupations of the characters all coincide with this time period and location. Also, as many shots were down on the waterfront docks, there is a lack of women and racial minorities in this film, showing the lack of roles in the workplace for both in the 1950’s. Next, a symbolic figure of the film is Edie Doyle, who represents everything virtuous and noble. She is the only character with blonde hair in the film, so in every scene she appears in, she give off an almost holy looking glow.
The most important dramatic trait of the film On The Waterfront is the acting. The actors and actresses of the film are all perfect for their parts. For example, Marlon Brandon, who plays Terry Malloy is a gorgeous, talented actor. He portrays a tough, but sensitive man, who is not bright but knows the difference between right and wrong. Next, Lee J. Cobb, who plays Johnny Friendly, is a talented actor. He physically looks the part of a mob boss, as he is large, but not plump, and appears like he could tear his enemies apart with his bare hands. He also has a very good sneer and a convincing voice. Last, Eva Marie Saint, who plays Edie Doyle, is perfect for her part. She is supposed to portray an innocent, naïve girl, and she does so with grace. Eva Marie Saint is also very beautiful, and has blonde hair and blue eyes that make her stand out from the rest of the cast. Her soft, ladylike voice is very convincing.
Another dramatic effect in On The Waterfront is the lighting. The lighting throughout the film is very dark and somewhat eerie. An example of this is when Terry is calling to Joey Doyle, it is at night, in the dark, so the streetlamps cast a mysterious shadow across Terry’s face. The use of dark and night show that something sinister is going to happen. Another example of the filmmakers use of dark lighting to set the mood is when Terry goes to find his brother. Edie follows him, and finds him in a dark alley. As she finds him, a truck swerves around the corner, careening towards them. The shock of suddenly being thrust into the bright lights projecting from the headlight creates an atmosphere full of blind panic. The lighting whenever Edie is around Terry is much lighter than when he is surrounded by Johnny Friendly and his mob. Her light hair and pale skin make her appear to be glowing, and this represents how angelic and moral she is. The lighting in this film is effectively used to show the contrast between good and bad.
The three most useful cinematic aspects of the film On The Waterfront are the different angles of the shots and the music and sounds. After Terry unknowingly aids in the murder of Joey Doyle, there is a scene where he and Glover are sitting on top of the roof by the pigeons. The high angle shows how powerless and depressed Terry felt about being involved in such a crime. Another type of shot used to create a mood in this film was the low angle. An example of a low angle shot is when the men trying to get work on the waterfront get into a fight with the man who gives out the work tickets. The low angle makes the men look even more foolish and desperate than they already are. Like in most films, the music and sounds were used to show the characters emotions. When Terry tries to admit to Edie that he was a part of the murder of her brother, a train whistle drowns out his voice. Then he tries more loudly to explain that he didn’t mean to help the mob, but again the train whistle overrides him. Then the music cues in, louder than the whistle, and then all you can hear is Edie sobbing hysterically and see her run off. The sound in this scene show how desperate and trapped Terry feels about being involved in the murder, and also how helpless Edie feels about trying to find out about her brothers’ death. In conclusion, the cinematic aspects of the film On The Waterfront are used to convey an emotion to the viewer.
The novel All My Sons is similar to the film On The Waterfront because both of the protagonists deal with moral dilemmas that have to do with the deaths of innocent victims. Joe Keller knowingly sold faulty airplane part, which broke down and killed the pilots flying the planes. Terry Malloy lured Joey Doyle outside resulting in the death of Joey by the mob. Neither of these men meant for their victims to get harmed, but because of their actions, they each killed innocent people. Terry could not admit that he was a part of the murder, or he would be blacklisted from getting jobs or even could get killed. Joe Keller’s company would have been ruined if he would not have sold those airplane parts. His economic stature would have been destroyed, leaving he and his family in shambles. Both of these men had to make decisions about moral dilemmas, and this goes to show that if you go against your conscience, you will regret it later in life.
I would recommend the film On The Waterfront to everyone because it has high quality plot, characters, and cinematography. Even though the film is old, it is not only for those who adore old films, as the moral dilemmas Terry faces apply to the world today. I am not the only one who thinks this movie is great, as the film won eight Oscars.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Post B Week 2 Suite Francaise
This novel seems to be about the elite upper-class looking down upon the lower class. Madame Pericand looks down upon her maids and other employees, Father Pericand looks down upon the orphan boys to the point that he hates them, and is also terrified of them. The writer Gabriel Corte does the same with his servants, leaving them with large responsibilities then becoming angry with them for not performing the tasks up to his high expectations.
Post A Week 2 Suite Francaise
Vocabulary:
Imperceptible(17):
very slight, gradual,
Bequeathed(19): To pass on to another.
Literary Terms:
But his smile was very sweet, slightly shy, with a kind of gentle reproach: “I love you,” it seemed to say. “Why don’t you love me?” (20) This seems to be imagery, as I can imagine a shy priest who rarely smiles but when he does he is a bit self-conscience.
The metallic shudder of falling iron shutters was the only sound to break the silence. (24)
This is an example of personification because of the shuddering of the shutters, and of imagery because of the word metallic and the ringing it leaves in your mind.
In the corridor, whispering shadows passed by.(25) This quote has imagery and personification. It has imagery because it shows how lonely and desolate Paris has become, and has personification with the whispering shadows part.
Quote:
“Their superficial obedience was terrifying…. They were the children of Satan, without even the spirituality to elevate themselves to a point where they desired divine light; they didn’t feel it; they didn’t want it; they didn’t miss it.” (22) This show how cold Father Pericand is towards the orphan boys. He doesn’t have enough heart to be in charge of them as he does not want the best for them.
Theme: A theme of this book is the elite class thinking they are better than the normal people.
Imperceptible(17):
very slight, gradual,
Bequeathed(19): To pass on to another.
Literary Terms:
But his smile was very sweet, slightly shy, with a kind of gentle reproach: “I love you,” it seemed to say. “Why don’t you love me?” (20) This seems to be imagery, as I can imagine a shy priest who rarely smiles but when he does he is a bit self-conscience.
The metallic shudder of falling iron shutters was the only sound to break the silence. (24)
This is an example of personification because of the shuddering of the shutters, and of imagery because of the word metallic and the ringing it leaves in your mind.
In the corridor, whispering shadows passed by.(25) This quote has imagery and personification. It has imagery because it shows how lonely and desolate Paris has become, and has personification with the whispering shadows part.
Quote:
“Their superficial obedience was terrifying…. They were the children of Satan, without even the spirituality to elevate themselves to a point where they desired divine light; they didn’t feel it; they didn’t want it; they didn’t miss it.” (22) This show how cold Father Pericand is towards the orphan boys. He doesn’t have enough heart to be in charge of them as he does not want the best for them.
Theme: A theme of this book is the elite class thinking they are better than the normal people.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Post B Week 1 Suite Francaise
Dear Madame Pericand,
You make me very angry. You are one of those people who take it upon themselves to point out how generous and kind they are to their inferiors. You allow your servants watch television with you and wonder why they don't find you to be the kindest person they have ever met. You grace others with your appearance and then wonder why they don't sing you praises of approval. I will give you the compliment of being persistent, however, because once you have an idea in your head, you never give it up, even if you later find out you were totally wrong.
Taylor
You make me very angry. You are one of those people who take it upon themselves to point out how generous and kind they are to their inferiors. You allow your servants watch television with you and wonder why they don't find you to be the kindest person they have ever met. You grace others with your appearance and then wonder why they don't sing you praises of approval. I will give you the compliment of being persistent, however, because once you have an idea in your head, you never give it up, even if you later find out you were totally wrong.
Taylor
Post A Week 1 Suite Francaise
VOCAB:
Invalid: (6)
A person who is too sick or weak to care for himself or herself
Venerable: (10)
Commanding respect because of great age or impressive dignity; worthy of veneration or reverence, as because of high office or noble character
LITERARY TERMS:
"To them it began as a long breath, like air being forced into a deep sigh." (3) This is an example of a simile, because is it comparing a breath of air to a siren.
"Those still asleep dreamt of waves breaking over pebbles, a March storm whipping the woods, a herd of cows trampling the ground with their hooves, until finally sleep was shaken off and they struggled to open their eyes." (3) This is an example of imagery because the waves breaking appeals to my senses, and of personification because the waves breaking, and the storm whipping are examples of giving a non-living object human-like qualities.
"The sun came up, fiery red, in a cloudless sky." (4) This quote is imagery because the way the sky and the sun are described appeals to your sense of sight.
QUOTE:
"She took pride in her husband's position (she would have preferred a more domestic lifestyle, but following the example of our Dear Saviour, each of us has his cross to bear). She had come home between appointments to oversee her children's studies, the baby's bottles and the servants' work, but she didn't have time to take off her hat and coat." This is an example of Madame Pericand's uptight and condescending nature. She tries her hardest to be what she considers a good Catholic, saying that her not being a domestic is comparable to what happened to Jesus. Also, she is about keeping up appearances, always looking presentable to her demanding public.
THEME:
The theme of this novel seems to be masking fear in order to appear calm.
Invalid: (6)
A person who is too sick or weak to care for himself or herself
Venerable: (10)
Commanding respect because of great age or impressive dignity; worthy of veneration or reverence, as because of high office or noble character
LITERARY TERMS:
"To them it began as a long breath, like air being forced into a deep sigh." (3) This is an example of a simile, because is it comparing a breath of air to a siren.
"Those still asleep dreamt of waves breaking over pebbles, a March storm whipping the woods, a herd of cows trampling the ground with their hooves, until finally sleep was shaken off and they struggled to open their eyes." (3) This is an example of imagery because the waves breaking appeals to my senses, and of personification because the waves breaking, and the storm whipping are examples of giving a non-living object human-like qualities.
"The sun came up, fiery red, in a cloudless sky." (4) This quote is imagery because the way the sky and the sun are described appeals to your sense of sight.
QUOTE:
"She took pride in her husband's position (she would have preferred a more domestic lifestyle, but following the example of our Dear Saviour, each of us has his cross to bear). She had come home between appointments to oversee her children's studies, the baby's bottles and the servants' work, but she didn't have time to take off her hat and coat." This is an example of Madame Pericand's uptight and condescending nature. She tries her hardest to be what she considers a good Catholic, saying that her not being a domestic is comparable to what happened to Jesus. Also, she is about keeping up appearances, always looking presentable to her demanding public.
THEME:
The theme of this novel seems to be masking fear in order to appear calm.
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