STRICTLY BALLROOM
Strictly Ballroom, directed by Australia’s own Baz Luhrmann, is one of the most successful movies of all time. The characteristics of this film, which have led to its worldwide success, are the editing and the style of directing that Baz Luhrmann present’s to the audience, as well as the characters and the storyline of the film. The flamboyant style of directing is best shown in the opening scene of the movie.
The first thing we see is the red curtain and “Strictly Ballroom” written in traditional –fairytale like font. This technique is used to let people know they are watching a literal “fairy tale”
After the opening of the red curtain; we see of the characters is them awaiting the competition, exuberant for the coming contest. The message conveyed by the preparations of the dancers is that they are preparing for something of great importance, a very significant event. The impact of the slow motion section in this scene enhances the elegance and......

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Title: Strictly Ballroom
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