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Heart Of The Ocean

The Heart of the Ocean represents Rose’s heart and her love for Jack, as expressed in her quote, “A woman’s heart is a deep ocean of secrets.” For Rose, the diamond’s value is not determined by its magnificent size, but rather by the context and significance it holds for her as a memento of her time with Jack. Rose chooses to abandon the jewel in the North Atlantic rather than hand it over to treasure hunters because of this. By accomplishing this, she symbolically rejoins Jack, and that night she has a dream in which they are together again on board the Titanic. It also represents how genuine and intense her feelings are for Jack and how her heart’s hidden emotions have finally found their way back to where they belong—down into the ocean’s depths, where it will once more meet her true love. It proves that no matter the value of a material thing is, nothing can be compared to the love and sacrifice that you could give to someone.

Titanic

The Titanic is a symbol of modernity and human pride since it was a magnificent feat of shipbuilding. The male characters in the movie, like J, are particularly drawn to the ship. Cal Hockley and Bruce Ismay are completely enamored with its lavish amenities and size. The men deny the likelihood that the ship may ever be sunk by focusing arrogantly on the engineering accomplishment of the ship. For example, the ship is a “slave ship, taking [her] back to America in chains” for Rose, while for Jack it is a doorway to a brand-new and fascinating world.

ROMEO AND JULIET (ALLEGORY)

James Cameron originally dubbed the movie “Romeo and Juliet on the Titanic,” depicting a “star-crossed” romance between an aristocratic girl and an impoverished boy rather than Shakespeare’s play’s depiction of a conflict between two warring families. The intense intensity with which Jack and Rose fall in love and the overwhelming barriers that stand in their way contribute to the movie being an allegory retelling of Romeo and Juliet. The phrase “You jump, I jump, right?” stated by both Jack and Rose at various stages in the movie best captures the unwavering intensity of their relationship.

Clocks

In the movie, clocks and clock motifs are everywhere. Rose had supper with Jack in the first-class lobby beside the elaborate clock and later sees him there in her fantasies. In the first-class dining area, Thomas Andrews spends his last moments on board the ship gazing at a clock that is mounted above the fireplace mantel. Clocks illustrate the concepts of time and memory that have an impact on how the movie portrays an epic relationship that dates back 87 years.

The setting was set in 1912 Southampton, when 17-year-old first-class passenger Rose DeWitt Bukater (Kate Winslet), her fiancé Cal Hockley (Billy Zane), and her mother Ruth (Frances Fisher) boarded the Titanic.

The Band

A potent metaphor for the strength of the human spirit in the face of impending calamity is the band playing on as the ship sinks. The sinking of the Titanic is a tragic event that exposes the moral fiber and integrity of its passengers, showing some to be brave and others to be cowardly, etc. The band’s choice to continue performing— even after the conductor gives them permission to leave—is evidence of how graciously they deal with the tragedy. The title of Randy Shilts’ 1987 AIDS book And the Band Played On was inspired by the narrative about the band playing until the very end, which is now widely known in popular culture. This scene also occured in real life, when a band played and stayed until the end when the ship began sinking.

Costume And Makeup

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The costume designer, Deborah Lynn Scott, and makeup artists put highlight in these two aspects.

As stated, this movie was set in 1912, all their costumes was tailored-fit to each and every characters. They incorporated the fashion during this period into their costumes.

They also considered the social status of each and every character. Take for example these main characters:

The whole movie was set in the year 1912 except the present-day scenes and the opening and ending credits. It has a total length of three hours and fifteen minutes and the total length of the scenes where it took place in the ship itself was two hours and forty minutes.

The Shipwreck

The two hours and forty minutes was also the length of time it took for the real Titanic to actually sink. The director incorporated this to let the audience know the fear and horror the passengers must have felt when it actually sank.

The other setting was from the first and last scenes where we saw the future Rose talking in the camera in a different location: in an interview set which captured the idea that she survived and that she lived to tell the story of her love who died when the ship sank.

The movie switches to footage of the Titanic’s actual wreckage, which is currently submerged in the North Atlantic, after beginning with sepiatoned glimpses of the ship leaving Southampton. The shipwreck is a metaphor for time passing, the loss of lives, and the fading of the incident from public view. Given that he only has access to the dilapidated, seaweedcovered hull in which he seeks the Heart of the Ocean, Brock Lovett finds it difficult to empathize with the tragedy’s human component. He is only able to fully comprehend the emotional effect of the catastrophe when Rose’s memories bring the ship back to life in his and the viewers’ thoughts.

Water

The ocean and images of water in general stand in for the raging and uncontrollable forces of nature that destroy the Titanic and bring humanity to its knees. J. As the minutes of the second half of the movie pass, the water slowly rises through D-deck, then C-deck, then the entire ship, before swallowing it entirely. Bruce Ismay refuses to believe that the Titanic will sink below the water until Thomas Andrews tells him, “She’s made of iron, sir. I assure you she can.”

Flares

The Titanic sends flares into the air in the second half of the movie to warn nearby ships of their situation. The flares that explode in the sky behind Jack’s face as Rose is descending in a lifeboat create a bizarre and thrilling visual that perfectly reflects the emotional turmoil she must be experiencing as she is cut off from her true love.

The male lead character who is an orphan, and an American artist with no money. He wore a simple thin collarless shirt with his usual corduroy trousers and boots, occasionally supplemented by an unstructured jacket and waistcoat. This types of clothing was common to people who are poor during these time period.

Rose Dewitt Bukater

The female lead character who is a member of the elite or those in the upper class. Since she was characterized as someone who is rich, her costumes were those that aristocrats wore: high-end looks made from expensive fabrics partnered with expensive jewelries, ladylike hat, and classic pumps. She also wore make-up that compliments her whole look. However, when we get to the last parts of the movie, we can infer that she has realized that money and status is nothing compared to love.

When Jack let go of Rose, it showed his undying love for her that he would do such in order to save her.

Actions Or Body Movemenents

Movements and actions done by every character always depicts their feelings and attitude towards a person. And this movie is not an exception.

When they both looked at each other (first meeting), it showed the intimate and romantic attraction that they felt for each other. From their eye and body movements, it showed how they first got interested to each other.

When Rose stood at the edge of the ship while spreading her hands and Jack hugged her from behind, it showed that Jack’s actions was not only for Rose’s safety, but also portrayed how he really cared for her.

There are also some actions that complimented the characteristics of the actors and actresses. For Rose, since she came from a wealthy family, her actions appear elegant and subtle. For Jack, who came from a poor background, tend to be reckless and freewilled.

The use of visual effects, such as the sinking of the ship and the underwater scenes, also adds to the realism of the film. The movie relied heavily on digital effects to create the illusion of the sinking ship and the underwater environment, using a combination of computergenerated imagery (CGI) and practical effects to achieve a convincing and immersive result.

The use of ambient sound effects helps to create a sense of realism and immersion in the film’s setting. The film’s sound designers used a variety of techniques to create a rich and detailed soundscape, incorporating sounds from the ship’s engines, the ocean, and the passengers and crew to create a convincing and immersive audio experience.

The Titanic itself is a powerful symbol of human ambition and hubris. The sinking of the Titanic also revealed the dangers and limitations of human ambition and overconfidence. The ship’s designers and crew believed that it was unsinkable, and failed to take adequate precautions or provide enough lifeboats to ensure the safety of all passengers in the event of an emergency

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The dialogue of this movie kind of represents how people spoke during the 1912 time. It showed sophistication and a vast vocabulary of uncommon words and phrases commonly used before. Their dialogues was also just like the other movies out there: simple and understandable to the audience and contains the emotions of each character.

In terms of the written captions and sentences, it used simple and elegant fonts to show cohesiveness to the setting and plot of the whole movie.

The movie also makes use of audio codes, including dialogue, music, and sound effects. These audio codes are arranged in a way that supports the film’s narrative and emotional impact.

The iconic song “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dion is used to heighten the emotional impact of the film’s romantic storyline. The song is used throughout the film, often playing during key romantic or emotional moments between the film’s two main characters, Jack and Rose. It serves as a powerful media code, underscoring the film’s themes of love, loss, and sacrifice, and adding an extra layer of emotional resonance to the story.

The characters of Rose and Jack symbolize the divide between the wealthy and the working-class. Rose is a wealthy, upper-class woman traveling in first class, while Jack is a working-class artist traveling in third class. Throughout the film, the contrast between Rose and Jack’s backgrounds is emphasized, highlighting the stark differences in their lifestyles and experiences.

The movie makes extensive use of visual codes, including costume design, set design, and cinematography. These visual codes are arranged in a way that reflects the historical accuracy of the film’s setting and create a sense of realism and immersion, while also conveying the emotional and dramatic elements of the story.

The lavish costumes worn by the upper-class passengers on the ship help to convey the opulence and extravagance of the Titanic. The costumes were designed to be historically accurate and were made with luxurious fabrics and intricate details, such as lace, embroidery, and beading. The costumes also reflect the social status and personalities of the characters wearing them.

Media Convention Story

The movie features elaborate set design, costumes, and props that recreate the look and feel of the Titanic and its passengers. The production team went to great lengths to ensure historical accuracy and attention to detail, using a combination of research and imagination to bring the story to life.

The movie also uses symbolic codes to convey its themes and messages. These symbolic codes are arranged in a way that supports the film’s overall themes and helps to create a deeper emotional impact on the audience.

Media Convention Genre

From all the elements presented above, the symbol, and the two characters who fell in love with each other, we can get the overall theme of the movie: that love knows no bounds. The director used the typical “love at first sight” between the two characters and how it represented the idea that we can love whoever we want to love no matter the differences and obstacles, and how unfortunately not all love experienced ends with a happy ending. To add, it also portrayed how one person is capable of sacrificing everything, even their own life, just to see their loved ones survive.

The use of dark, shadowy lighting in the film’s later scenes creates a sense of danger and impending doom. As the ship begins to sink and the situation becomes more dire, the lighting becomes progressively darker and more ominous. This helps to build tension and suspense, and creates a feeling of unease in the audience.

The film Titanic did not follow the common story convention of beginning, middle, and end. This is because the film primarily transpired in what seems like a flashback kind of narrative. Even so, this just prompted the movie to become more interesting compared to if it follows the common storytelling.

Summary

The film “Titanic” is often associated with romance because it prominently features a romantic relationship between the two main characters, Jack and Rose. The central plot revolves around their passionate love story, which unfolds against the backdrop of the ill-fated Titanic voyage. While the movie also includes elements of drama and historical events, the focus on the romance between the protagonists classifies it as a romance film. From the poster which gathers the first impressions of us, the audience, until we have seen the film, the elements remained consistent. The protagonist who fell in love has shown characteristics that make it a romantic movie, as is evidently seen in the poster of the genre romance because of the couples embracing and dancing with each other.

Apart from that, the media codes were also of great help in classifying “Titanic” as a romance genre. With the use of soft lighting and closeups of the main characters’ faces, it was able to evoke feelings of romance and passion which strengthen the intimate connection between Jack and Rose. Also, the film’s music choices feature sweeping orchestral arrangements that highlight a prominent romantic theme. All this music enhances the emotional impact of key romantic moments and creates an atmosphere of love and longing. Although “Titanic” has a sad ending, it still falls under the romance genre as it showcased the greatest sacrifice of Jack and the enduring love of Rose.

In terms of its media convention, the film told a story of a tragic love story between Jack and Rose which ultimately led to Titanic being classified as a Romance film. The story mainly focused on the love of the two characters and how their feelings have progressed from their first meeting until their last.

Main Characters

“A Walk to Remember” is a romantic drama film based on Nicholas Sparks’ novel of the same name. Landon Carter, a popular high school student, falls in love with Jamie Sullivan, a timid and devout Christian girl, in the film. Despite their differences, the two embark on a romantic relationship that would forever impact both of their lives.

The film was directed by Adam Shankman and the screenplay was written by Karen Janszen,

Awards And Recognition

About The Film Synopsis

based on Nicholas Sparks’s novel. The movie was produced by Denise Di Novi and Hunt Lowry, and the production companies involved were Pandora Cinema, Di Novi Pictures, and Gaylord Films. The film was distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures.

The film was released on January 25, 2002 in the United States with a running time of 101 minutes. The film had a budget of $11.8 million and grossed $47.5 million at the box office.