Henry V - "The play's aim is to celebrate heroic actions under a heroic King"
Henry V Henry V is a play written by William Shakespeare around the year 1591. Henry V is based on the real campaign that King Henry V of England led into France in 1415 for the French crown, Henry accomplished some great victories during this campaign, the most notable being the Siege of Harfleur and the Battle of Agincourt. The siege lasted around a month until the French surrendered, and then came the Battle of Agincourt. This is well documented in Shakespeare's Henry V, although dramatised. It was such an astonishing feat because the English were outnumbered somewhere between 2-1 and 5-1. Something that is generally forgotten these days is that in the times Shakespeare wrote the play, it was always performed on stage in front of a large audience. Going to the theatre to watch plays, cockfights and bear baiting were considered to be the main forms of entertainment in those days. People of all different classes went to see Shakespeare's plays, and they were performed at The Globe Theatre in London. The Globe Theatre was rebuilt several years ago after being burned down centuries ago. Shakespeare's plays were a lot more famous in the days of Shakespeare. The play of Henry V is divided into 5 acts with several scenes in each, as was the traditional style. It begins with Henry deliberating on whether to attack France in Act 1. In this act he receives an insulting gift of
How does Shakespeare use language to entertain and motivate in Act 3, scene 1 and the rest of the play? Discuss with reference to the dramatic realisation of the play in Shakespeare's time and in the two twentieth century film versions.
How does Shakespeare use language to entertain and motivate in Act 3, scene 1 and the rest of the play? Discuss with reference to the dramatic realisation of the play in Shakespeare's time and in the two twentieth century film versions. Shakespeare uses language to entertain and motivate the audience in many ways. Shakespeare uses his language in Henry V to entertain and motivate the audience to create a mood in keeping with the political and social need of his day. In the play "Henry V" there is particular importance attached to the historical context at the time it was written. In the time of Shakespeare, the people thought the monarchy was 'approved by god', but things were about to change. The god given right to be the king or queen was being seriously challenged and people were questioning god's choice of monarchy. People's faith was down as the pope had been opposed by Henry VIII. He had set up his own church against the pope. Again, according to the people, if anyone opposed the pope, then they would be punished badly but nothing happened to Henry VIII. People were questioning the pope and god. When the play was written England was a powerful country and had a big empire. The people of England were used to being at the top. At this time, in Ireland, the Earl of Tyrone had led a rebellion against the English forces in Ireland. Queen
A comparison of William Faulkners "A Rose For Emily" and Louise Erdrich's "Red Convertible".
A COMPARISON OF WILLIAM FAULKNER'S "A ROSE FOR EMILY" & LOUISE ERDRICH'S "RED CONVERTIBLE" By Miranda Melvin-Self For English Comp II Dr. David Sidore 1 September 00 Every author has the difficult task of trying to bridge an invisible gap between the characters they are creating in their stories, and the audience the author is writing for. In reading William Faulkners "A Rose For Emily" and Louise Erdrichs "Red Convertible," I felt an undeniable connection with the protagonist in each story which I feel is due to my perceived point of the stories. More specifically, I felt that each story was filled with morals and ideals each of us as humans may possess or at least have felt at one time or another in our lives. Each story shows that we all have our breaking points, which lead me to question my own. In "A Rose For Emily," we are introduced to Miss Emily Grierson. She is a woman who embodies the term 'strong-willed' or 'thick-headed.' She is controlled by a father who is equally as strong of the mind, and is forced by him, in life and in death, to lead a life of isolation and confinement. While her father is alive, the reason for confinement is simple. Although Miss Emily has many suitors, no one is good enough in her father's eyes for the fact that he would rather keep her for his own use instead. The result of such actions by her father is a life of
Shakespeare's Henry V
Analyse Shakespeare's presentation of King Henry throughout the course of the play King Henry is the eponymous protagonist of the play 'Henry VI'. Shakespeare uses exposition at the very beginning of the play via the Chorus in the Prologue to give the audience clues of Henry's character, describing him as "Warlike Harry..., assume the port of Mars," Mars, being the God of War, therefore gives the audience the immediate impression that Henry is a mighty warrior. Exposition is also used in Act 1 Scene 1 via the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Bishop of Ely. They tell the audience how Henry has grown from the wild youth of Prince Hal in 'Henry IV Parts I and II' into King Henry. From this section we learn many of Henry's characteristics. They describe him as a politician, "Hear him debate of commonwealth affairs," also as a tactful warrior, "List his decourse of War." Therefore in the opening lines of the play - the audience have a specific idea of what to expect when Henry enters. The audience is given the impression that Henry is a strong warrior by the Chorus in the Prologue. This goes on to become on the main aspects of Henry's character throughout the rest of the play. We first really see Henry's Warrior attitude in Act 3 Scene 1. This is the main speech before the battle of Harfleur; Shakespeare uses many literacy techniques to present Henry's warrior-like attitude.
Consider the different ways in which war is presented in Henry V.
Consider the different ways in which war is presented in Henry V. Henry V is a very efficient play for looking at the different ways war could be portrayed. Shakespeare effectively uses language in particular to show the audience that war can represent many different things, all in the space of a play. A connection between an Elizabethan audience, to which the play is directed, and the situation being portrayed in Shakespeare's Henry V is also shown in this piece of theatrical writing. The first, and possibly most effective, way of looking at different ways war is shown is through the use of language. Shakespeare uses language to show many different perspectives on war. The first perspective is war as a mighty force. Shakespeare compares the English advance into France with a natural, aggressive disaster. He says the English "came pouring like the tide into a breach" (1.2.149), likening it to an unpredictable and unstoppable force of nature. This shows war to be a great force to be feared. Another quotation to support this comment of the English being unstoppable and a force of nature is the phrase said by the French King, "rush on his host as doth the melted snow" (3.6.50). This phrase helps the audience watching the play see England as a threat, because even the French, patriotic, King is admitting that not only England, but also Henry, is a force of nature. The next
The Purpose of the Learning Aid
The Purpose of the Learning Aid I decided which learning aid to make for Henry by assessing his development and needs, so that I could find out where he needs help. I have tried to create a learning aid that will benefit all aspects of Henry's development, but in particular his intellectual development. I decided on this because after discussions with both Henry and his parents, I have found out that he is very keen to learn to read and write. Henry has already begun to recognise letter shapes and sounds and I have decided that the best learning aid for me to make, would be one that builds on Henry's current knowledge. The learning aid will benefit Henry's fine motor development, as he will be able to practice holding a pen in the correct position to write. He will also be able to practice his co-ordination, through manipulating the small cards and playing the different games such as snap and pairs, and also through writing on the cards. The learning aid has been designed in particular, to develop Henry's intellectual development; it will do this in a number of ways. The game will teach him new words and ideas, for example, the difference between being tired and lazy, and the difference between a cat and a kitten. The game will also help to teach him to recognise words; Henry will be able to recognise a picture and associate the written word with its meaning. This
Examine the Character of Henry V and Refer to Any Performance You May Have Seen
Examine the Character of Henry V and Refer to Any Performance You May Have Seen. Comment on Shakespeare's Use of Language and Dramatic Device and Stagecraft in His Portrayal. William Shakespeare wrote Henry V in 1599. Henry V was written at the time of Elizabeth I a golden era in English history. After being faced against a superior force and with good military tactics they achieved victory in 1588 in the battle of Armada. Henry V was written as a follow up to Henry IV part 1& 2. In Henry part 1 & 2 the character of Henry is portrayed as a shallow boy who drinks and is a womaniser and who has not the best of friends. This led the other candidates to the throne to underestimate Henry, as he gave no intention of being a good king. But in Henry IV act 5, Henry V is crowned. Henry V became king of England in 1413 at the age of 24 and he revived his claim to the throne of France, which lead to the battle of Agincourt. In this essay I shall examine Henry's character in Henry V. I shall examine the many facets of the character of Henry V. I shall also examine the language, stagecraft and dramatic devices of William Shakespeare. I will also refer to the performance of Divine Right of Kings acted and directed by Kenneth Branagh. Shakespeare begins the play with the prologue; he has used this to apologise for the limitation of the theatre and the use of actors as
A Testament of Youth: Script.
A Testament of Youth: SCRIPT Act One, Scene One A fireplace left stage with a mantle above it with black and white pictures of a young TOM PERN. There is a large bookcase, containing leather bound books, centre back staged, and a grand father clock right staged against a wall next to the door, opposite the door is a large chair were MS. PERN IS SITTING. (Stands up and walks towards the fireplace picks up a picture Looks at it meaningfully and then puts it back face down and sits back down) (Entering hastily): well i'm ready mother. (No response): mother i'm ready (smiling). (Stands furiously): don't look so happy about it (then sits down) (Slightly annoyed yet gentle): mother I'm going to war... most people would be proud (walking towards her) (Snorts) proud! What else do they tell you, huh, (slowly rising again) yes you're a patriot, a hero... you're now a man (Trembling): is this what society tells you? No, it's a death trap wrapped up in wrapped in optimism, don't you...(TOM interrupts sharply) (In a hurt voice) just stop it, don't you care mother don't let me leave like this... I might never see (stops his sentence as he realises what he has said and seen the shock in his mothers eyes) (In shock) there! You said it yourself you might never see me again... then go, go now (turns her back on him) (Looks
Discuss Shakespeare's presentation of the ways in which Henry is a great king.
Charlotte Edwards HENRY V Discuss Shakespeare's presentation of the ways in which Henry is a great king. Shakespeare presents Henry V as a good king, and more importantly, a good leader and gives Henry many positive characteristics in order to create this image. Henry is a good orator. He has the ability to change his style of rhetoric to suit the mood and atmosphere that he is trying to create. At times in the play Henry has to persuade his people that he is one of them and that there is a bond or unity between them, almost as if he and they are brothers, all the sons of the same God and the same Country - England. This is the case particularly outside Harfleur when Henry is rousing his men to fight bravely. He creates a unity between them by using words like 'yours' and 'our': "Dear friends ... you noble English ... made in England ... you are worth your breeding". On the other hand, when they are outside Harfleur, and Henry speaks to the governor of the town (in Act 3 Scene 4), he displays the ability to put fear into his enemy. With harsh language he puts across dreadful images of his enemy's "naked infants spitted upon pikes". This instantly conveys a huge amount of terror into the men of Harfleur, who consequently surrender. This demonstrates just how powerful Henry's rhetoric is. These two situations show Henry's ability to adapt to the situation. They also
How does mise-en-scene and cinematography construct meaning and involve the audience in the chosen sequence from Goodfellas?
Alex Bowers Goodfellas Coursework How does mise-en-scene and cinematography construct meaning and involve the audience in the chosen sequence from Goodfellas? The sequence that I am studying follows the daily tasks of Henry under the influence of drugs and paranoia. Throughout the scene, Martin Scorsese (Director) uses effective cinematography to portray the time period in which the events happen; from about 06:55am until about 22:00pm in a matter of minutes. Due to this, there are many close-ups with short durations to give a rushed/chaotic impression so that the audience has much to intake before moving on. This is also reinforced by the mise-en-scene which is jam packed full of eye-candy so that the audience can still follow the story outline, regardless of the confusion. The opening shot is a close-up on Henry snorting a line of cocaine next to the barrel of a revolver. The two props chosen here represent the theme for the chosen sequence, Henry's lifestyle. The fact that he is snorting cocaine so early in the morning could also metaphorically be showing the audience that he is not under full control of his actions, possibly needing some extra help to get him through the day ahead of him. The once snorted, the camera follows his hand as he takes the revolver from the table and places it in a brown paper bag containing other assorted pistols. The mise-en-scene here