Luhrmann intertwines the language of Shakespeare's time and the more modern uses of the same of American society beautifully and effectively, avoiding the tendency for the viewer to become bogged down in Shakespearean terminology. This shows itself to be the most successful element of the film along with the ultra modern setting is appealing to the '90's "sound- bite" mentality. ... Romeo and Juliet now live in modern day Verona beach, instead of on the streets of Verona, Italy. This is a place where the ultra modern surroundings and dress is juxtaposed by Shakespeare's...

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I never thought he would be hopping and dancing around her, yelling things at her and harassing her. ... Since the language is so different from modern English, it's a great idea to use the movie as a guide whole reading the play. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

The classic love story is set now in modern Verona beach stays true to the original text. ... When they are fighting this whole scene is choreographed like a dance it makes it more interesting to watch and it is unusual rather than watch yet more boring fight scenes that have been in films for years. ... In Shakespearian times the play would have used modern music of that time. ...

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A difference that is crucial to the plot is that at the party Juliet meets and dances with Paris. ... I think that the guns are a modern way to go, and I even think that the label was cute (SWORD .9 mm), but when Mercutio was slain, his wound was from a knife. ...

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• Grade Level: High School