Look at Baz Luhrmann and Franco Zeffirelli's film adaptations of Romeo and Juliet.

Having watched devil distinguishable film adaptations of Romeo and Juliet, it is clear to see that the two directors have used a number of different techniques, quite an differently at times, to put across their particular interpretations of the play. These methods and different interpretations are very obvious if one studies the same characterization as portrayed in each film. We looked at Franco Zeffirellis 1970s interpretation of the play and Baz Luhrmanns recent adaptation produced in 1996 and focused on their interpretation of the scene w here(predicate) Romeo and Juliet meet for the first time.

The first affaire I noticed is that costume is very important in Zeffirellis scene. Juliet, played by Olivia Hussey, is wearing a traditional styled rose-cheeked and gold dress, which highlights wealth. It is not as detailed as just about at the party which points to the fact that it is not just significant wealth she has but similarly the huge amount of infixed beauty she has. The bright red contrasts with her pale complexion and resinous hair to make her look very striking. Romeos outfit is also very noticeable as he is wearing a mask. It adds to the air of mystery around him as Juliet meets him for the first time.



It also helps to make a point about the nature of their attractiveness: when she first sees him, Juliet sees only Romeos eyes, yet is still drawn to him. Therefore, here there is something more than physical attraction. Instead, it seems to be a confabulation of souls since eyes are often considered to be the windows to this part of ourselves.

The stage dancing of the scene also reveals something about Romeos feelings towards Juliet. His attention is fixed upon a lady - which we assume to be Rosaline - who is dancing and then twirls out...

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