1. DE SICA: Religious symbolism of
The symbolism in these two works comes from traditional Catholic iconography (Wood 66), the understanding of which enables both readers and viewers to form a coherent narrative picture replete with imagistic representations that enhance the artists' message. ... In the film, De Sica more obviously recalls this image by having the actresses in the same pose as the celebrated work of art by Michelangelo, with light streaming in from the window above, illuminating their frail and desecrated figures. ...
- Word Count: 2867
- Approx Pages: 11
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate
