Poster Explanation
This movie poster appears dark and gloomy, representing the themes of injustice and cruelty in Shakespeare’s “King Lear.” The main symbols used in the poster are reaching hands and the King’s crown. They represent the division of the kingdom and the consequences of relationships based on authority and power. Furthermore, the storm from Act 3 is presented in the background to symbolize Lear’s confusion and inner conflict. The purpose of this poster is to show the main ideas of Shakespeare’s play and give the viewers an understanding of what to expect from the movie. The target audience of this poster involves teenagers and adults interested in the film adaptation of Shakespeare’s play.
Act 3 Scene 2
The characters involved in act 3, scene 2 are King Lear and the Fool. Lear is outraged as he walks in the storm, swearing at the weather and his daughters. The King’s anger is caused by desperation and the world’s injustice. The Fool talks to Lear, trying to reason with him and explaining that a shelter is needed. He appeals to the King, emphasizing that his pride harms them both. The main theme in this scene is the storm that matches the inner turbulence of the King, who encourages the weather to worsen.
Dialogue
“Blow, winds!” The King raged on, “Let the thunder flatten the earth and end humankind where such ungrateful humans grow!”
The Fool exclaimed, “Oh, uncle, we are getting soaked out here! Please, let’s flatter our way inside and ask your daughters to forgive you.”
“Never! Let the thunder rumble!” Lear yelled, refusing to hear the Fool’s advice, “Oh, I am a weak, sick, and hated old man. But I will not forgive you for taking my daughters’ side.”