The following presentation will deal with King Kong’s novelization of the movie script by Delos W. Lovelace (1932) and the 1933 classic film directed by Merian C. Cooper and Schoedsack.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Part One: King Kong as ‘a beast-god' on Scull Island.
- Part Two: Kong as 'The Eighth Wonder of the world' in New York
- Part Three: Kong's destruction at Empire State Building. (novel) +Sequence analysis: The end of the movie. Kong at the Empire State Building. (Film)
- Conclusion
- Simplified plan
- Bibliography
Objectives and Key Themes
This presentation examines the adaptation of the classic 1933 film "King Kong" by Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack to its 1932 novelization by Delos W. Lovelace. The objective is to analyze the portrayal of King Kong as a "beast-god" in his native Skull Island, his transformation into a spectacle for the citizens of New York, and ultimately, his tragic demise.- King Kong's dual nature as a "beast-god" on Skull Island and an object of entertainment in New York.
- The film's portrayal of Kong's power and dominance in his natural environment contrasted with his vulnerability in the urban setting.
- The film's thematic exploration of power, exploitation, and the human fascination with the exotic and monstrous.
- The role of visual storytelling and music in conveying Kong's emotional state and the film's overall impact.
- The impact of the Great Depression and the film's creation in the context of escapist entertainment and the evolving genre of monster movies.
Chapter Summaries
- Introduction: The introduction provides background information about the film and the novelization, highlighting their historical context and the contributions of key figures like Merian Cooper and Willis O'Brien. It emphasizes the film's unique visual storytelling and the importance of music in its emotional impact.
- Part One: King Kong as ‘a beast-god' on Scull Island: This section focuses on Kong's power and dominance in his natural environment. It analyzes his interactions with other creatures on Skull Island, highlighting his role as a predator and a force of nature. It examines the text's language and imagery to illustrate his godlike status and the awe he inspires.
- Part Two: Kong as 'The Eighth Wonder of the world' in New York: This section examines the transformation of Kong from a powerful creature to an object of entertainment in New York. It analyzes how his arrival in the city creates both excitement and fear, illustrating the human fascination with the exotic and monstrous. It explores the theme of exploitation and the consequences of capturing and displaying a creature for profit.
- Part Three: Kong's destruction at Empire State Building: This section explores the tragic conclusion of Kong's journey, comparing and contrasting his demise in the novel and the film. It analyzes the final sequences of the film, particularly the iconic scene atop the Empire State Building, to interpret the film's broader message about humanity's relationship with nature and its potential for destruction.
Keywords
This presentation focuses on the iconic 1933 film "King Kong," its 1932 novelization, and the representation of the titular character, King Kong. Key themes explored include the duality of Kong as a "beast-god" in his natural habitat and a spectacle in New York City, the film's visual storytelling techniques, the impact of the Great Depression on its creation, and the enduring legacy of "King Kong" as a classic monster movie. Further keywords include: visual storytelling, music, monster movies, escapist entertainment, exploitation, nature vs. civilization, and the power of myth.
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- Lora Cvetanova (Author), 2014, King Kong in the city of New York. Kong's transformation from a ''beast-god'' on Scull Island to an attraction for the New York citizens, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/278623
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