Title: 10 Classic Movie Themes With Examples - 2021 - MasterClass
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What Is the Purpose of a Movie Theme?
10 Classic Movie Themes and Why They Matter
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Content: 10 Classic Movie Themes and Why They Matter
Good themes speak to profound and shared elements of the human experience, so it’s only natural that certain common themes reappear in many movies. Here are some examples of common themes: Love. Who doesn’t enjoy a good love story? The movie Titanic is built around the theme of love (right down to its Oscar-winning theme song). Love can conquer incredible obstacles, like class divides, disapproving family members, and disaster. The experience of love sparks transformation in a film’s characters. Rose awakens in her understanding of the world’s inequities and discovers her independence. Jack evolves from a charming and directionless wanderer to someone with a deep purpose, risking everything for the person he loves. Humanity vs. technology.