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Titanic (flying scene)

In this scene, Jack takes Rose up to the bow of the Titanic to show her how to "fly". They step up on the railings, and take the risk of falling. There is a parallel between this 'risk' and the risk they are taking by 'falling' in love. They are from two different worlds and are not deemed by society, suitable for each other. The main obstacle, insofar as society sees, is that Jack is from a much lower class and would never be able to support Rose. The metaphor in this scene is quite apparent: Jack shows Rose he can support her, and show her how to truly live. They will take a risk, and fly.
The music begins in the background, a romantic, melody version of the theme song. Now lyrics are descernible in order to provide only background to the events. The music in fact, melds effortlessly into the natural music of the wind as it rushes past the boat and the young couple. The initial shot is a medium close up, which gives us a clear impression of their emotions, and the angle a...

Posted by: Carmen hershman

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