Objective:
Students will analyze the influence film and media have had on literature, specifically Romeo and Juliet.
Activities:
1. Finish viewing Baz Luhrmann's 1997 version of Romeo and Juliet starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes.
2. Evaluate: Why did Luhrmann use original language from the play while using a modern setting? Did it work? Explain.
3. Discuss the role film plays in our society. What happens when film and literature meet? Why has it been said, "Read the book. Don't wait for the movie."
Note:
On Monday, everybody will choose an angle for their Explanatory Essay. Take some time to read about the assignment at explanatoryessay.blogspot.com.
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