Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, is a cult-comedy classic that details the story of San Diego television news anchor, Ron Burgundy, and his boisterous journey of being the star of news television to becoming ostracized by his entire network. Ron and his news team are introduced as having collectively arrogant, cavalier, and sexist personalities. Subsequently, Ron and his tightly-knit crew’s inappropriate behavior is consistently evident during the movie through their varying interactions with a newly recruited and highly attractive female news reporter, Veronica Corningstone. During a scene that takes place 25 minutes into the film, Ron has Veronica called to his office where she discovers a topless Ron Burgundy pretending to just have completed a set …show more content…
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His ridiculous attempt at impressing her backfires on him when Veronica responds with an irate and undermining verbal response that indicates her distress over her unexploited time. Afterwards, Ron tries to redeem himself by insisting that he had unadulterated intentions and was truly interested in getting to know his new co-worker. Again, Ron fails to triumph with Veronica when she notices his explicitly obvious erection underneath his clothing and rapidly walks away.
The dialogue and camera work throughout the scene satirically showcases the media representations of gender-specific sexuality and double standards. Firstly, Ron Burgundy is zoomed-in on topless showing off his ‘guns’ (arms) to Veronica. This action verifies that Ron will go to great extents to impress Veronica. Also, Ron indirectly demonstrates his strength and masculinity to her by portraying himself as a tough and driven man. Furthermore, his dialogue captivates the strength of his arms and how he struggles allocating time for the gym. Ron’s tone throughout the conversation is firmly arrogant and domineering because of his aggressive sexual implications. Therefore, Ron believes he can just obtain any
woman he pleases because of his imperial male status. Veronica’s dismayed response, based on her flustered body language and tone of voice, quickly shifts the dialogue to Ron altering his body language and speech to cool and confident at an attempt of convincing her of his genuine intentions. This further validates Ron’s objectification of woman by his attempt to manipulate her after he has already been caught seducing her. Veronica’s dialogue and tone in this scene are seen as critical, irritated, and, disappointed. Her actions display her capability of emasculating men and her uncharacteristic desire to be seen as an equal to the men. Anchorman is based in the 1970s when sexism in the workplace was still widely prevalent in America, so Veronica’s exhibition of woman professionalism shows that she will not allow herself to be looked down upon for being female. The camera angle consistently shifts to the upper-half of whoever is talking which shows how they are to be seen as equals, even with Ron’s debauched motives. However, the scene’s conclusion zooms out onto both of them where she notices his erection which suggests that most men are hopelessly and endlessly obsessed with sex even if the setting and/or situation is inappropriately unacceptable. Based on the camera angles and dialogue in the scene, it is clear that Anchorman encompasses an implicit quarrel over the gender driven power struggle in America and the upsurge of feminism in the workplace.
They are shot close together in a single frame and at an eye level angle, indicating their intimacy and equality. Blue colour wash is applied to create a harmonious and romantic atmosphere, while the champagne bottle symbolises relaxation and pleasure. Further evidence of their amity is shown in the scene when Ronda is discovered to have cancer and is confined to a wheelchair. A close up of Ronda’s twisted foot is shown, signifying her physical and internal struggle against her condition. In an effort to comfort her friend, Muriel assures Ronda that she will walk again and that because of Ronda, Muriel’s life ‘is as good as an ABBA song.’
Perry, who is far more introspective than Dick, wonders about the choices the two ex-convicts have made in their lives. 'I think there must be something wrong with us, ' he says. As the two discuss the causes of criminal behavior, Perry remembers a letter from his sister. In it, she writes, 'There is no shame - having a dirty face - the shame comes when you keep it dirty. ' Perry, who has had an altercation with his father, is angered by what he views as his sister preaching to him. Alienated from his family, Perry clings to Dick, viewing him as a strong, masculine
In Tom Brokaw’s book, The Greatest Generation, the author portrays ordinary people of a certain generation as having qualities of greatness and heroism. He tells stories of average people that lived inspiring lives through many hardships, and declares today’s society as the beneficiary of their challenging work and commitment. Brokaw’s generous and proficient use of imagery helps to persuade the reader to believe that the people of “the greatest generation” are, indeed, heroic. He defines the strength and resilience of “the greatest generation” by what they were able to confront and overcome.
She is fairly new to the work world and has lied on her resume’ to get hired, and realizes that the job is harder than she first thought. All hope is not lost because Violet assures her that she can be trained. She ends up succeeding at the company and telling her husband she will not take him back after he comes back begging for her love again.
The main man depicted in this film is Mr. Hart. He is constantly referred to as a "sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot" boss. He continually tries to get Doralee to have an affair with him, lies to everyone by telling them they are having an affair, buys her gifts and purposefully knocks pencils on the floor so she'll lean over and pick them up. He insults all of the women and makes them run personal errands like shopping, laundry and fixing his coffee. Even the top men in the organization are aloof. Violet has worked for the company for over 12 years and never met the chairman of the
She further establishes her agency by repeating the line, “we say who, we say when, we say how much” throughout the film. This line truly expresses her power as a sex worker to determine the actions of her own body. Another scene that illustrates that Vivian is not a victim of sex work was her denial of Edward’s plan to “get her off the streets” by buying her an apartment and a car and money to start fresh. She explains that she does not need to be rescued. This lifestyle was her choice and she does not need a wealthy businessman to save her and take away her empowerment
1. I think media has a great impact on how people behave. The media is defined as listening to music, watching TV, movies, reading magazines, and searching the internet. I think when people here about certain things in songs, or see things in movies or on television it has an effect on them. If there is violence in a TV show or on the news kids can think that's cool to do and do it. A lot of movies show fighting and violence and it effects people and they may do what they see. Television in the home is the greatest source of visual violence for children. Video games expose young children to a level of violence unimaginable. The news also creates fear .
It was a cool, crisp November evening, while five teenagers were hustling and bustling around my house excitedly getting ready for their very first showing of the live version of their all time favorite movie. They knew it would be the best night of their lives. The night of my 15th birthday party, my friends and I all piled into my parents car around 11:00 PM and headed off down the road to the Heights Theater. The movie we are about to see is an all time classic. The Rocky Horror Picture Show is the best cult film of all time. The movie has all the three basic elements it should have. It has funny audience participation, wonderful acting, and a great story line.
Driving out of the parking lot the car was silent, until Lacey started doing a bad imitation of the manager, “After this come in here with your shoulders covered. Its our policy.” laughing and returning to her normal voice “Even at 17 you still get us into trouble, will you ever change?”
Torvald is the typical husband of the time of the play. He tries to control his wife and expect her to submit to him. He manipulates her through many different ways. First, he calls her pet names such as "little lark" (3) and "squirrel" (4) and speaks to her in a condescending tone, as if she is a child. He then tries to control her habits so he will not let her eat sweets or spend too much money. In fact, all the money she gets comes from him. He demands that she is subservient and treats her as almost a dog later on in the play. At the end, when Nora's secret is out, he lashes out at her and kicks her out of the house. When he wants her back after he realizes that he will no longer get into trouble for what she did, she does not want to come back, he finally realizes that she does not love him anymore and that his manipulation of her is over. This leaves him in a pickle because he now has to take care of his children without Nora, hardly a good position for him.
From the very beginning of the movie, we witness a man (Rick) and a women (Jean) walking down the street. When threatened by two men, Jean immediately turns to her husband for protection regardless of the fact that he is no better equipped to deal with the threat. This scene highlights traditional gender roles found in society. Men are typically casted as protectors who are superior to women whereas women are weak and in need of protection. Another example of male’s superiority is when Officer Ryan pulls over Cameron and Christine and utilizes his position as a man with authority to sexually assault
Few movies have been panned by critics but widely accepted by viewers across the nation. National Treasure is one of them. Even after receiving sub par reviews including only two stars from Roger Ebert, National Treasure won over the public, earning almost $350 million worldwide. Even though the movie is under the Walt Disney Company and has a PG rating, this movie is not just for children. Superb acting and action from beginning to end will keep people of all ages glued to their seat as they follow one man’s quest for a hidden treasure.
This shows that Torvald is more interested in Nora physically than emotionally. He feels that it is one of Nora's main duties as his wife to physically pleasure him at his command.
...r had a serious conversation. Nora explains her own pains as she has never been understood by any man. Nora leaves as she explains her own life. She shuts the door and there is no certainty that she will return as Torvald realizes. Torvald gains hope as he realizes that if he transforms into a better man he may have a hope of getting Nora back.
Making History is a novel by Stephen Fry, who was born in Hampstead, London on Saturday, August 24, 1957 as the son of Alan and Marianne Fry. Except other books such as The Hippopotamus Fry also wrote some plays(e.g. Latin! in 1979) and films and the musical Me & My Girl. He also worked as an actor in the famous BBC series Blackadder.