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Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Romeo and Juliet Act 1, Scene 1 film comparison

Do Now: What are 2 important characteristics about the characters so far (focus on character assigned to your group)? Support your answer with 2 details from the text.

We are going to watch 2 film versions of the play, focusing on Act 1 Scene 1. Compare and contrast the main elements and take notes.

Romeo and Juliet Film Comparison
Act 1, Scene 1

Play by William Shakespeare
Director Franco Zeffirelli, 1968
Director Baz Luhrmann, 1996
Prologue







Setting/Set Design






Costumes/Props






Music/Mood/Special effects






Characterization/Acting:
Sampson

Gregory

Abram

Tybalt

Benvolio

Prince


Lady Capulet and Capulet

Montague and Lady Montague

Romeo









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