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Transcript: STRICITLY BALLROOM Click Here RED CURTAIN CINEMA - Striclty ballroom Vanessa , Daniella & Nayna Introduction to Baz Luhrmann - Australian filmmaker Mark Anthony "Baz" Luhrmann was born on September 17, 1962. He also works as a producer, writer, and actor. He is recognised by some as a modern example of an auteur for his style and strong engagement in the writing, directing, design, and musical components of all of his work, with projects spanning the film, television, opera, theater, music, and recording sectors. Four of his movies are in the top 10 highest-grossing Australian movies of all time, making him the most commercially successful Australian director. -He is well known for his "Red Curtain Trilogy" of romantic comedies and tragedies, which includes the romantic comedies Strictly Ballroom (1992), Romeo + Juliet (1996), and Moulin Rouge. (2001) by William Shakespeare. After the trilogy, he worked on such films as Australia (2008), The Great Gatsby (2013), Elvis (2022), and the Netflix original historical drama The Get Down (2016). Along with Strictly Ballroom the Musical (2014), other projects include stage adaptations of Giacomo Puccini's La bohème for Opera Australia and Broadway. Indroduction to Baz Lurhrmann What is the red curtain cinema The "Red Curtain Cinema" is a term coined by Baz Luhrmann to describe his unique filmmaking style and thematic approach. It refers to a concept that he developed to convey a specific experience and connection with the audience. This approach aims to create an immersive and emotionally engaging experience for the audience by breaking the fourth wall and involving them directly in the narrative. in Red Curtain Cinema, Luhrmann often incorporates extravagant visuals, vibrant colors, stylized costumes, and dynamic musical sequences. His films often feature a fusion of different time periods, genres, and artistic elements to create a distinctive and energetic cinematic experience. Red Curtain Cinema is a cinema of exaggeration and the primary focus of these films is to entertain, enchant and stimulate their audience rather than to depict everyday reality. Red Curtain films keep the audience engaged at all times by using theatrical rather than naturalistic cinema devices. This approach of storytelling is a conscious choice that can be attributed to Luhrmann’s comprehensive experience in arts and media. Harold Zidler’s assertion that the show will be fantastic and spectacular on the one hand but demand audience participation on the other hand, is what defines Luhrmann’s Red Curtain Cinema and sets it apart from traditional Hollywood cinema. What is 'Red Curtian Cinema' Baz Luhrmann coined the term "Red Curtain Cinema" to describe his distinct filmmaking style and thematic approach. It refers to a concept he developed in order to convey a specific experience and connection to the audience. By breaking the fourth wall and involving the audience directly in the narrative, this approach aims to create an immersive and emotionally engaging experience for the audience. Luhrmann frequently incorporates extravagant visuals, vibrant colours, stylised costumes, and dynamic musical sequences in Red Curtain Cinema. His films frequently combine various time periods, genres, and artistic elements to create a distinct and energetic cinematic experience. Red Curtain Cinema is an exaggerated cinema in which the primary goal is to entertain, enchant, and stimulate the audience rather than to depict everyday reality. The use of theatrical rather than naturalistic cinema devices in Red Curtain films keeps the audience engaged at all times. This approach to storytelling was deliberate, and it can be attributed to Luhrmann's extensive experience in the arts and media. Harold Zidler's assertion that the show will be fantastic and spectacular on the one hand, but will require audience participation on the other, defines Luhrmann's Red Curtain Cinema and distinguishes it from traditional Hollywood cinema. What is 'Red Curtian Cinema' Characteristics of the 'Red Curtain Cinema' Characteristics and Features Red Curtain cinema is characterized by several distinct features: Theatricality: The Red Curtain cinema emphasizes the theatrical elements of filmmaking, drawing inspiration from stage performances and techniques. It often incorporates elements such as stylized visuals, heightened emotions, and a focus on spectacle. Storytelling and narrative devices: Red Curtain cinema utilizes narrative devices such as the use of a narrator, self-aware characters, and direct address to the audience. It often involves complex, non-linear narratives that blur the boundaries between reality and fiction. Exaggerated performances: Actors in Red Curtain cinema tend to deliver exaggerated, expressive performances, emphasizing their characters' emotions and motivations. This theatrical approach adds a sense of theatricality and heightened drama to the films. Musical elements: Red Curtain cinema often incorporates
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