This film goes in a linear structure and has a internal conflict with Andrea 'Andy' Sachs. She is a dynamic character, that goes from being timid and unsure to confident and in control. Dynamic characters become sadder or wiser, or happier and more self-confident. They might gain some new awareness of life, become more mature or responsible, or become more moral or less so. The Art of Watching Films pg 68 The character of Miranda Priestley is supposedly based on Anna Wintour(her nickname in the industry is 'Nuclear Wintour'). (IMDB) Many fashion designers allowed their clothes and accessories to be used in the film. Ultimately at least $1 million worth of clothing was used in the film, making it one of the most expensively costumed movies in cinema history.The single priciest item was a $100,000 Fred Leighton necklace on Streep.
Composer Theodore Shapiro relied heavily on guitar and percussion, with the backing of a full orchestra, to capture a contemporary urban sound. He ultimately wrote 35 minutes of music for the film, which were performed and recorded by the Hollywood Studio Symphony. The City of Blinding Lights by U2 was played appropriatly as Miranda and Andy went throught the streets of Paris. Vogue was played for Andy's fashion montage and first day on the job. All of these songs were good choices that went well with what was portrayed on the screen and gave a good affect.
Anne Hathaway prepared for the part by volunteering for a week as an assistant at an auction house. Emily Blunt was cast for the role of Emily and in several scenes, she is seen running about in the background - though never written or directed, she felt her character would always be busy and wanted to keep her alive in the film. Gisele Bundchen agreed to be in the movie only if she didn't play a model. Simon Baker auditioned by sending a video of himself, wearing the same self-designed green jacket he has on when he and Andrea meet for the first time. I think that everyone that was cast for this film did an exceptional job, and they all put their own trademark, so to say on the characters they played.
What effect does this film have on society? The motions picture's power as a social force comes from its ability to pick up, amplify, and spread to society as a whole currents that already exist among segments of the population. The Art of Watching Films pg 516 The Devil Wears Prada is rated PG-13 for some sensuality in the US. In the UK, Singapore, Australia, and Ireland it is only rated PG. That shows that in different cultures the content of film is viewed differently. I think that this film focuses on some of the hardships that people face when joining the workforce. We all have to start somewhere and you may not always land your dream job. It shows that we need to make it work, become involved and form passion and drive for what we do everyday.
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