I used my knowledge of the techniques and factors that were relevant during Elizabethan times and which Shakespeare included in ""Romeo and Juliet"" to develop a modern transformation of the play, the film ""Romeo Must Die"". ... It also displays the change in context of the pieces, as swords were used in the same way in Elizabethan times as guns are now. ... The opening scenes are both set in public places: one in a street in a medieval city that is associated with love, Verona Italy; and the other in a modern, waterfront, American night club, where black Americans are in control. ... I have ...

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Women Prevail in Shakespeare's Comedies William Shakespeare's writings feature many complex and timeless characters. In his plays, there are around 170 roles for women, compared to about 700 for men (Packer 117). However, strong women prevail in Shakespeare's comedies, especially Katharina in Th...

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In the first, it describes and explains the relevant historical, social, political and cultural conditions of the times in which he lived William Shakespeare. ... Note that Renaissance ideals and values ​​could not come completely detached from the medieval heritage that preceded it, however, the concepts underlying this style architecture is built on the conscious and effective breakdown of the artistic production of the Middle Ages, especially the Gothic style. ...

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In each production of Henry V, the emphasis changes: Henry can appear to be "the mirror of all Christian Kings" or as a cynic who uses the, seemingly corrupt, church to justify his actions. The play is full of noble speeches, heroic battles, and valiant English underdogs fighting their way to victory against all odds. King Henry seems to be a perfect leader - brave, modest, and fiercely determined, but with a sense of humour. Although his intentions may be honourable, the motives for them may not. He may be acting upon a purse offered by the church, and only undertaking the campaign for his ow...

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In the play "Othello," Shakespeare presents us with another male dominated society where women are inferior. Desdemona, Emilia, and Bianca are rejected by their partners, but love them completely and unselfishly. All three women are in unbalanced relationships, feeling more for their self-centered men who appear unable to reciprocate. Nevertheless, these women display genuine feelings toward each other unlike any of the male-male friendships. Desdemona and Emilia are both married to career military soldiers. ...

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