Chicago Vs Yes Man

It is very important to study and analyze movies for more than just as mere entertainment. The film Chicago directed by Rob Marshall and also the film Yes Man directed by Peyton Reed both are excellent examples as to why we should be viewing movies/films as much more than just mere entertainment, but as a work of art. In today’s world, too many people are watching movies essentially only for entertainment purposes. It is frustrating to think that people are overlooking so many underlying meanings/messages. After watching both of the films I have mentioned, I was able to piece together everything that I believed had a significant meaning. The meats and potatoes of a film aren’t always visible, it takes time and practice to be capable to analyze

For those who watched this film and believe that the singing/dancing was just included to add excitement, they are incorrect. Two scenes in particular were the most meaningful and memorable to me. Early in the film, Roxie watched as the inmates of the prison used a red scarf, to show how they committed their murders. The scarf used by the inmates was pulled from the spot where they had killed their victims. The cell block tango was very amusing and for sure an eye opener for the audience. Initially, I did not know what the scarf symbolized. I thought it was just being used as an accessory. Once I analyzed this scene of the movie, I realized it was not just for entertainment but clearly that deeper mean I have mentioned. Secondly, approaching the closing scenes of the film, Billy Flynn who was Roxie’s high profile lawyer at the time, put on the main event during Roxie’s hearing. Matters had been taken into his own hands, he could not ruin his reputation. Mr. Flynn did not act proper during the hearing but rather lively and sadistic. Billy acted in this manner to win over the jury and keep his reputable name. Each move he made and word he said was

Many of those films were exciting, enchanting, comical, horrific, but most of all, inspirational. The film Yes Man in particular is one movie that really opened my eyes to life. Many critics/audiences may say that this film was great for all of the laughs and entertainment that was in it, I would not disagree with them. However, I personally felt as though I appreciated the overall message that Danny Wallace (author), wanted to get across to everyone, Life is full of opportunity, those who are accustom to saying no will not get the satisfaction and self-fulfillment that they desire. If you think about how many times you say no in life, would you possibly think that maybe you have shut out opportunities without even realizing it. People should learn to say yes to things that come their way more often. When Carrey’s character Carl has an epiphany about how his life has switched gears so drastically for the better, he realizes that saying no to every potential opportunity that presents itself to him is a mistake. Becoming more optimistic and less close minded about life will lead to more happiness and ultimately self-fulfillment. For those who are familiar with Carrey’s past roles in films that he has been a part of, they know that Jim is a free spirited, goofy, funny, charming man. Some of these attributes may have distracted the audience from Yes Man’s message. Many who go to watch a Jim Carrey