https://padlet.com/kjones023_1/rytem187ltdogtf8 en-us 2020-09-21 19:32:42 UTC 2020-10-19 18:14:34 UTC hello@padlet.com kjones023_1 https://padlet.com/kjones023_1/rytem187ltdogtf8/wish/765804420 2020-09-21 19:34:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kjones023_1/rytem187ltdogtf8/wish/765804420 kjones023_1 https://padlet.com/kjones023_1/rytem187ltdogtf8/wish/765805175 Throughout the whole movie, we see Mark struggle with having any type of relationship with not only women but also his co-workers and “friends” as well. He shows little to no emotion, has awkward interactions with anyone he meets and has an obsession with filming everything which all seem to make it hard for him to start a relationship (besides the fact that he is a murderer). Although this all seems to change when he meets Helen for the first time and doesn’t show interest in hurting her, but befriending her instead. I think this was because Helen was the first woman to talk to him and show interest in his work instead of brushing him off or ignoring him. In the last scene when Helen finally realizes what he had been doing to women, she actually seems to still love him. She begs him not to kill himself and desperately clings to him when the police arrive. She genuinely seemed to still care for Mark regardless of what she witnessed while watching his film. I think this was either her curiosity overwhelming her or young love. Helen was the only woman he swore he would never photograph which the audience knew meant he would never kill her. What did Mark see in Helen that he didn’t see in all the other women? I think Mark viewed the woman he photographed as objects rather than people to take pictures of, he was drawn to women who felt comfortable with themselves and liked being in front of the camera. These women seemed extremely confident and almost bossed Mark around, maybe making him feel insecure and agitated. Helen on the other hand asked him questions about his work while he was at home, and although she was confident and often stood her ground around him I think she lacked body confidence unlike the other woman. This could very well be the reason he didn’t kill her instantly. Mark also might have thought he was playing vigilantly, killing women who show off their bodies and show themselves off on camera. In the end, I think Mark appreciated Helen and found peace with her by his side. ]]> 2020-09-21 19:34:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kjones023_1/rytem187ltdogtf8/wish/765805175 kjones023_1 https://padlet.com/kjones023_1/rytem187ltdogtf8/wish/842278915 There are extremely defined gender roles in Rosemary’s Baby despite being filmed after the women’s rights movement. With that being said, I wanted to re-desgin Rosemary’s life as a feminist in 2020. In today’s society, especially influenced by the #MeToo movement, the original version does not fly, and these problems need to be addressed in a new, radical adaptation that gives Rosemary more agency in her marriage and motherhood Firstly, in my adaptation, I would give Rosemary a job, have her take Lamaze birthing classes, and look into childcare/ daycare services and options. These additions significantly change Rosemary’s character, giving her more independence and breaking the mold of traditional housewife roles. By having a job, she is able to become self-sufficient, thereby decreasing her dependency on Guy. Lamaze classes are a way to get in touch with her changing body, build her confidence, and prepare her for labor. This will help her gain back control over her body. Additionally, by seeking out daycare services she is preparing for her future and can continue to go back to work after maternity leave. Secondly, I would scrap the ending entirely. Rosemary will not accept that she has been deceived and used to produce the devil’s offspring. Instead, Rosemary leaves her husband and the baby. She moves out and eventually publishes a book based on her experiences. Writing and sharing her story with the public gives Rosemary a voice. She can serve as an inspiration for other women to speak out against sexual assault and abuse. Her memoir becomes a best seller and sparks the attention of law enforcement, who launch an investigation into Guy, Roman, Minnie, and the other members involved in the affair. This is a radical translation as it makes major structural changes to the plot. Rosemary becomes her own person, not defined by her spouse. In terms of perspective, I would preserve the tightly focused perspective on Rosemary. By keeping her the central focus, the audience feels a sense of attachment to the protagonist as they follow along her journey.                                                                                                                 ]]> 2020-10-19 18:13:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kjones023_1/rytem187ltdogtf8/wish/842278915