Transcript Water for Elephants

Katherine Matos
ENG 126
Section: MW 10:00am
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS’
TRAILER
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuKY9kuLWvU
SYNOPSIS
“Water for Elephants” centers the narration of the experience of an elderly
man (Jacob Jankowski) of greatest circus disaster of all time in the Great
Depression times (1931). It presents an unexpected romance in a uniquely
compelling setting. Veterinary school student Jacob meets and falls in love
with Marlena, a star performer in a circus of a long-gone era. They discover
beauty amidst the world of the Big Top, and come together through their
compassion for a special elephant. Against all odds (including the violence of
Marlena’s dangerous husband) Jacob and Marlena find lifelong love.
OPINION
The originality in this American history is in its deep message against animal
cruelty, the setting of the story and the inclusion of non-fiction history in it,
the production design, atmosphere, costumes and stunts. The facts make this
movie very different to what is most popular in the theater screens, is well
scripted, very good shot (like one of the most unique pieces is a sketch of
black-and-white silent videos of two of the films characters at the end), finely
acted period drama. The authenticity and faultless of the movie make me feel
like I was watching a classic film. In addition the story is very emotional and
touches the heart, but also reveals an unseen dark aspect of old era circus
entertainment. In terms of star power, production, and others skills make this
movie good, and create and spectacular journey of romance and adventure.
LITERARY CRITICISM THEORIES
APPLIED
Feminism:
It is found in the oppression of August (Marlena’s husband) against Marlena.
Structuralism:
Can be related to the movie “Titanic” but in land. Where the
protagonist fall in love but there is a opposite force of the husband and
the circus employees to separate them.
Psychoanalytical:
We can see the emotions and desires of the character that moves the audience.
Autobiographical:
Is a narration of the experience of Jacob Jankowski by himself.