You were Meant for Me. Flashcards
Describe the Accompaniment used in ‘You Were Meant for Me’.
Volume changes throughout.
No change in dynamics.
Don is singing to Cathy.
Strings.
Lyrics.
Slow.
Describe the Don Lockwood’s Costume in ‘YWMFM’.
White trousers.
White shirts with a White and Red Cricket Jumper.
White and Black Shoes.
Sleeves rolled up.
Describe Cathy’s costume in ‘YWMFM’.
Lilac feminine dress.
Feminine and Elegant.
Lilac Heels.
Describe the Physical Setting in ‘YWMFM’.
The camera zooms in and out of the dancers - follow them around.
Ombre sky background - Sunset.
Romantic Setting - Harmonious feel.
Studio Spotlights - Purple and Red.
Takes place on an empty film set.
Large Fan.
Ladder.
Describe the Movement Content in ‘YWMFM’.
Dancing around the ladder and standing on it.
Quick steps - Ballroom - Waltz.
Lifts - Don holds Cathy by her Waist.
Cathy walks away and Don follows her.
Sidesteps.
Tapping.
Bows / Courtesy.
Pedestrian Walks - Holding Hands.
List the themes showcased in ‘YWMFM’.
Romance.
Explain how the Themes are showcased throughout this section.
Shows the development of emotions between Don and Cathy. The ballroom holds, hand holding, Cathy walks away from him and Don quickly follows behind her as if not wanting to let her go.
What is the context behind ‘You Were Meant for Me’?
After Don and Kathy bump into each other, Don is unable to express his feelings for Kathy directly and instead performs to her from inside the studio.
What is ‘You Were Meant for Me’ good for?
Romance.
Aural Setting.
Physical Setting.