There are many films, plays, and books
that mimic the story line of Moulin Rouge,
a poor man falling in love with a forbidden women and needing to
overcome their class differences in order to fulfill their true love.
When I first heard about Moulin Rouge,
directed by Baz Luhrmann in 2009, I was drawn to it not just because
of the familiar storyline, but because of the theatrical and musical
style of the film that I very much enjoy. In the remake of what I
consider to be a classic love story, the creativity of the crew
behind the film shines throughout.
The
film is filled with strong color clues in the movie that carry the
viewers along, subconsciously telling us how to feel. For
example,Satine, the courtesan, lives in an elaborate room filled with
deep reds and flashy golds, giving the impression of extreme leisure,
wealth, and passion, all concepts that fit the character's profession
well.
Another
large part of this film that continues to draw me to it, after seeing
it countless times, is the whimsicality of all the characters
involved. The flashy costumes, exuberant personalities, and
incredible musical abilities made the film more enjoyable to watch
than any other love story movie I have seen before. If you haven't
seen Moulin Rouge before,
I highly recommend it. Even for those who believe that musicals
really aren't for them, I believe that the engaging plot line, as
well as a fair share of comedic relief, are enough to draw any viewer
in.
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