Sign Up Now
Get instant access to over 1 million+ study documents
OR
Already registered? click here to login
By creating your account, you agree to our terms of service, privacy policy and student honor code.
Raging Bull is a fantastic example of this notion. Jake La Motta is bloodied and beaten repeatedly in the film, but he does not allow himself to fall. "You never got me down, Ray," is all that he says after, arguably, the most violent sports scene in film history (Raging Bull 1980). La Motta is driven by the desire to be a great boxer -- to be the champion -- and it is pleasurable to watch his will overpower physical pain in vain attempts to realize this goal. His toughness, not necessarily his boxing skill, is what makes him an appealing character; and seeing him bloodied supplies the audience's subconscious desire to see the male suffer for an idea.
Similarly, Reservoir Dogs also displays male suffering in adherence to larger social patterns. Mr. White's commitment to Mr. Orange is completely tied to his belief that Mr. Orange is suffering as a result of his negligence (Reservoir Dogs 1992). Consequently, Mr. White receives a gun shot wound in his attempt to defend Mr. Orange, thus, creating one of the most interesting and gripping scenes of the film. The "rightness" of Mr. White's motivations...
Additionally, Mr. Orange's draw as a character originates from his agony. His principles are more numerous than the other characters -- involving the law as well as friendship -- so his mutilation is more fascinating. When he musters the strength to shoot Mr. Blond it is yet another example of the male suppressing physical pain to act in accordance with mental desires. The pleasure taken by the audience in the mutilation of the male body originates from the audience's desire to believe that pain is ephemeral in comparison to the mental spirit; the male's position in society demands that he take this role as the hunter and defender to the big screen. The truth of the male's principles in both films are not required, the action itself justifies them.
Works Cited
Neale, Steve. Masculinity as a Spectacle. London: British Film Institute, 2000.
Raging Bull. Feature film. MGM Studios, 1980. 129 min.
Reservoir Dogs. Feature film. Lionsgate Studios, 1992. 100 min.
Works Cited
Neale, Steve. Masculinity as a Spectacle. London: British Film Institute, 2000.
Raging Bull. Feature film. MGM Studios, 1980. 129 min.
Reservoir Dogs. Feature film. Lionsgate Studios, 1992. 100 min.
Rage in Shakespeare Of all the emotions, rage is one of the most unpredictable and often ends with unexpected consequences. William Shakespeare used rage as a major theme is many of his plays because of the unexpected consequences of the emotion. In his play Othello, for instance, rage was used as a tool by which tragedy ultimately occurs. On the other hand, in The Comedy of Errors, Shakespeare used tragedy to
Bull Market vs. Bear Market Bear Market and Bull Market may be defined as polar opposites. Most investors and consumers would consider a Bull Market a much more favorable market than a Bear Market. In a Bull Market, stock prices tend to rise, which means that stock holders will gain profits from stocks that they sell. A Bull Market is therefore, very competitive in nature. An investor that has purchased solid
American Pit Bull Terrier What is the American Pit Bull Terrier? What are its origins and what is its history? The American Pit Bull Terrier has most often been described as the dog that is closest to the human race, in its likeness to the human race. This endearing breed of dog has the most charming and pleasing of personalities, in that it is very individualistic and independent, as well as
Lesson Plan Amp; Reflection I didn't know what state you are in so was unable to do state/district standards! Lesson Plan Age/Grade Range; Developmental Level(s): 7-8/2nd Grade; Below grade level Anticipated Lesson Duration: 45 Minutes Lesson Foundations Pre-assessment (including cognitive and noncognitive measures): All students are reading below grade level (5-7 months) as measured by standardized assessments and teacher observation Curricular Focus, Theme, or Subject Area: Reading: Fluency, word recognition, and comprehension State/District Standards: Learning Objectives: Students will develop
Branding in Service Markets Amp Aim And Objectives Themes for AMP Characteristics Composing Branding Concept Branding Evolution S-D Logic and Service Markets Branding Challenges in Service Markets Considerations for Effective Service Branding Categories and Themes Branding Theory Evolution S-D Logic and Service Markets Branding Challenges in Service Markets Considerations for Effective Service Branding Branding Concept Characteristics Characteristics Composing Branding Concept Sampling of Studies Reviewed Evolution of Branding Theory Evolution of Marketing Service-Brand-Relationship-Value Triangle Brand Identity, Position & Image Just as marketing increasingly influences most aspects of the consumer's lives, brands
" Haddon's novel illustrates this characteristic of autistic families more clearly than any other of his themes and it is this that makes his work significant. Library and Information Resource Net. "Autism and Brain's Immune System Linked." AORN Journal, Feb 2005 v81 i2 p341 (1). Ozonoff, Sally and Geraldine Dawson. A Parent's Guide to Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism. New York: Guilford Press, 2002. (p27-28). Haddon, Mark. The Curious Incident of the Dog