Trials Richard III

Question 1

Themes of Richard III

Answer 1

• narcissism and power
• morality
• deformity and isolation

Question 2

Religious Allusion Quotes

Answer 2

“Foul devil, for God’s sake hence”
“When devils tell the truth! More wonderful, when angels are so angry”
“Seem a saint when most I play the devil”

Question 3

Analysis

Answer 3

Religious Allusions - based in an Elizabethan theocratic society using religious imagery and symbolism.
Richard as a villain - modern characterisation demands more dimensions to evil characters

Question 4

Richard as a villain quotes

Answer 4

“Conscience hath a thousand several tongues…and every tale condemns me for a villain”
“I am determined to prove a villain”

Question 5

Techniques in Looking For Richard

Answer 5

• Vox pops
• Camera angles
• Film techniques
• Postmodernism docudrama

Question 6

Looking For Richard Analysis

Answer 6

Reality TV and blockbuster shows were very popular among American audiences.
Postmodernism docudrama used techniques to present a more narrative-style film that engaged the audience at the time.