Response 11 Based On The Trailers Alone: What Genre Would Yo

Response 11 Based On The Trailers Alone What Genre Would You Think J

Based on the trailers alone, what genre would you think Jane Eyre was? Talk about how the 1996 trailer and the 2011 differ in how they portray the novel.

Response 1 1. Based on the trailers alone, what genre would you think Jane Eyre was? Talk about how the 1996 trailer and the 2011 differ in how they portray the novel. a. Based on the trailers alone, I would assume Jane Eyre is a combination of the genres romance and drama. From both trailers, Mr. Rochester is portrayed how he is explained in the book. It is almost easier to see his narcissism and sarcastic tone via the trailers and it matches how one would imagine he would speak and sound throughout the beginning of the novel. I feel as though the first trailer focuses more on portraying the love story aspect of Jane and Mr. Rochester and many scenes of their actions evolving into how they end up are brought to life. The second leaves the story to more interpretation and contains more suspense revolving around the relationship between the two.

1. Referring back to this week's lecture PowerPoint, what gothic tropes do you see in Jane Eyre [the text]? How does this compare to the trailers? b. Referring back to this week’s lecture powerpoint, it is evident that a sense of history, a pervading atmosphere of gloom, melodramatic arguments, and definitely a sense of mystery are gothic tropes in Jane Eyre, the trailers and the book. Jane is portrayed is the woman who will be swayed by Mr. Rochester who represents a sexist man wanting to take advantage of women. This is similar to the novel wherein Mr. Rochester plays the part of an idolized and feared being due to his status until he falls for Jane and a whole other side to him is revealed. 1. Which trailer do you think most accurately portrays Jane Eyre as you understand it--the 1996 trailer, or the 2011 trailer, or neither? Why? c. As I understand thus far, I believe the trailers accurately portray Jane, however, they could have done a much better job. Jane should be portrayed more independent and strong hearted. She seems easily swept away by Mr. Rochester which should not be the case as it is shown in the book that she is much stronger than that. I would hope that throughout the actual film, Jane would be portrayed more closely to how she is portrayed in the novel. 1. Leaving aside the trailers for a moment, what gothic tropes have you seen in the text so far? Be sure to include a quote and a page number, and talk about why that specific trope stood out to you. d. One specific gothic trope that I noticed in the novel was a pervading atmosphere of gloom mixed with melodramatic scenes. In chapter 21 page 266, for example, Jane states, “I had once vowed that I would never call her aunt again: I thought it no sin to forget and break that vow now” (Bronte 21). In this scene, a melodramatic reflection on the history Jane has with her Aunt Reed is explained in depth and it causes a lot of suspense, leading the readers to recognize how emotional Jane is in this situation. Response ) Based off of the trailers alone, what genre would you think Jane Eyre was? Talk about how the 1996 trailer and the 2011 trailer differ in how they portray the novel. After watching the trailer, I would believe that Jane Eyre falls under the genres of dramatic romance. Based on the 1996 and 2011 trailer, there are definitely distinct portrayals that differentiate the overall content. In the 2011 trailer, it shows Jane’s life as a child as more intense and dramatic while the 1996 trailer showed it in a more vague yet less intense way. Both portray Mr. Rochester very similarly to the novel but there are slight differences in the trailer. In the 1996 trailer, Mr. Rochester seems much more manipulative and narcissistic and the romance is much more present among him and Jane. Both trailers show a sense of suspense and unexpected scenes keeping the viewers on their toes. With any novel that turns into the movie, it is obvious that the movie turns out to be much more dramatic than the novel which was present in both trailers. 2) Referring back to this week's lecture PowerPoint, what gothic tropes do you see in Jane Eyre [the text]? How does this compare to the trailers? Gothic tropes that I noticed in the novel of Jane Eyre presented a sense of history where sexism was more prominent back then that this novel protrayed among the romance of Jane and Mr. Rochester. Although sexism has improved over the years, it is clear that the trailers did not forget to portray the sense of history regardless of the current views of sexism. The trailer does portray a sense of mystery through cut scenes from the movie that leaves me as a viewer curious and suspenseful of whats to come. It is also seen in the novel and trailers that sense that Jane is in peril which is the main gothic trope where Mr. Rochester takes advantage of. 3) Which trailer do you think most accurately portrays Jane Eyre as you understand it--the 1996 trailer, or the 2011 trailer, or neither? Why? To answer the question as honestly as I can, I feel that trailers cannot accurately portray the movie as it is a snippet thats purpose is to gain the viewers’ attention. Although, I think this answer could be answered better if I had watched both films to efficiently answer the question. I think both trailers accurately portrayed Jane Eyre as I understand it because in both trailers you can tell that Jane is a strong-willed yet innocent girl where she had a troublesome past and Mr. Rochester is a manipulative and self-consumed character. 4) Leaving aside the trailers for a moment, what gothic tropes have you seen in the text so far? Be sure to include a quote and a page number, and talk about why that specific trope stood out to you. Gothic Tropes seen within the text so far is the scene in Chapter 20 where use of a suspenseful setting to create a sense of mystery and express Jane’s vulnerability. "the consequence was, that when the moon, which was full and bright, came in her course to that space in the sky opposite my casement, and looked in at me through the unveiled panes, her glorious gaze roused me" (Bronte, 238). This scene is where Mr. Rochester scared Jane by coming to her with all blood which created melodramatic violence trope as well. Also need these two questions answered: 1. When does the chestnut tree break in half, and what do you think the chestnut tree symbolizes in the text? (Aim to answer this in about 100 words or so). 2. In reading the first part of Jane Eyre, we saw John Reed call Jane a lot of names, including "bad animal" (11), and "rat" (13); Bessie even calls Jane a "mad cat" at one point (15). However, in Chapter 24, Rochester refers to the woman he loves and wants to marry as "thing" ("But what had you to ask, thing--out with it?" (302). How does Jane respond to being called a "thing"? What did you think or feel when you read this scene?

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Based solely on the trailers for the film adaptations of "Jane Eyre," it is possible to infer the primary genre and assess how the trailers differ in their portrayal of the novel's themes and characters. The trailers predominantly suggest that "Jane Eyre" falls within the genres of romance and drama, emphasizing emotional intensity, interpersonal relationships, and suspense. The 1996 trailer presents a more subtle and somewhat vague depiction of Jane’s childhood and early romantic experiences, whereas the 2011 trailer emphasizes intense emotional drama and highlights the dark, mysterious aspects of Jane's life. Both trailers portray Mr. Rochester as manipulative yet charismatic, aligning with the novel's depiction but with slight variations in tone. They also employ gothic motifs such as gloom, mystery, and peril, which are central to the novel’s atmosphere.

In the actual novel, gothic tropes such as the atmosphere of gloom, melodramatic arguments, and an overarching sense of mystery are evident. For example, Chapter 21, page 266, features Jane reflecting on her complex relationship with her aunt, which evokes melodramatic emotion and suspense. Additionally, gothic themes are seen in scenes where Jane faces danger and vulnerability, such as the full moon scene in Chapter 20 (page 238), where Mr. Rochester’s arrival with blood heightens tension and melodramatic violence. These gothic elements, intertwined with themes of societal oppression and psychological complexity, underscore the novel's dark romanticism.

Regarding the portrayal of Jane, both trailers convey her as a strong-willed yet innocent woman haunted by her past. The 2011 trailer intensifies her childhood struggles, while the 1996 trailer emphasizes her allure and emotional vulnerability. Despite limitations inherent in trailers as short snippets, they capture essential elements of her character—her resilience amidst adversity and her moral strength—though they cannot fully encapsulate her independence or inner complexity as depicted in the novel.

Furthermore, the gothic tropes extend into specific scenes in the text. In Chapter 20, Jane’s vulnerability is vividly depicted when the moon’s gaze 'roused' her, illustrating her emotional sensitivity and susceptibility to external forces. Rochester’s bloodied appearance introduces melodramatic violence, heightening suspense and fear. Such scenes exemplify the gothic mood of the novel: a blend of romantic longing, emotional turbulence, and lurking danger.

The symbolism of the chestnut tree, which fractures in Chapter 19, is significant: it represents the tumultuous nature of Jane and Rochester's relationship. The tree’s bifurcation signifies their emotional and social divisions and foreshadows the impending obstacles in their union. It is a symbol of hidden passions and the fragility of their connection, which, despite ruptures, endures later in the narrative.

Lastly, the language used by Rochester—calling Jane a "thing"—elicits complex emotional responses. Jane’s reaction to being treated as an object reveals her assertion of dignity and rejection of dehumanization. This moment evokes feelings of sympathy and critique for Rochester’s condescension. It underscores themes of respect and equality in their relationship, central to Jane’s moral growth.

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