Blog #12

Truly great films have to explore a theme, and must do so in a convincing fashion. The argument for this theme is the plot of the film, while acting serves as a device. If a movie is lacking in one of these three areas; theme, plot, or acting, it cannot be great. Examples of great films include Full Metal Jacket and The Wrestler. Full Metal Jacket dealt with the idea of the Duality of Man, which is the idea that everyone has two conflicting sides to themselves. It featured very tense scenes, which added to the grittiness and made the film feel real. The acting portrayed the emotions the soldiers went through well. The Wrestler explored themes of isolation, and the acting by Mickey Rourke was highly emotive, and the viewer was able to understand his isolated, depressed point of view.