| re: A number of questions about '1776' the movie | |
| Posted by: peter3053 09:35 pm EDT 07/05/21 | |
| In reply to: re: A number of questions about '1776' the movie - ryhog 08:54 pm EDT 07/05/21 | |
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| My thought is that, just as one wouldn't want a sloppy dance move, or someone singing a note flat, because it takes away from the precision that makes for the greatest art, a half rhyme or misused rhyme similarly weakens the effect that could have been achieved. Theater is still the home of the spoken (or sung) word more than film or TV, and so I think writers should always aim for perfection of expression, to the best of their ability. Yes, it is true that an initial reaction of "resonance" or perhaps positive feeling can occur, for all kinds of reasons, and this can shift with the chemicals in the brain on a given day or time of day; or a passing memory or an association. The artwork should also be open to a more critical scrutiny beyond the momentary. I recall the Hammerstein story of the lyrics of a chorus which he wrote in, I think, Showboat, heard in London. Suddenly the diction was clearer and he became aware of weaknesses. (Was it Showboat or one of his earlier ones?) He realized that every part must be perfected. He recalled being told that the makers of the Statue of Liberty had perfected the top of the head, both in proportion and detail even before there were helicopters, because they wanted their product to be perfect for all time. Also, when I buy a car, I expect all the parts to be properly put together. When I buy a shoe or clothing, I expect the stitching and craft to be absolutely right. When I get on a plane, I certainly hope the parts are all in their proper place and function aright. So when I go to the theater, I also would like to believe the writers are applying the very best standards of their craft. But what would I know? Here I am, at home / alone .... Er, oh dear! Aagh! |
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