While watching Romeo and Juliet, I found myself enraptured not only by the plot, but by the raw emotion that was produced through every scene and every line. The film evoked tragedy and passion at the same time and I found it amusing.
Before we began watching the movie, I imagined that it will be boring and extremely hard to understand because of the language used. However, while watching the movie, I found myself understanding the plot and, occasionally, some of the words and phrases being said.
When we were assigned the task of reciting the prologue, I did try to cram it and that ended with me not understanding what I was saying. But when I took my time to reflect on what was being said and comprehend the storyline, I was able to memorize it. Although my execution wasn’t as great as I wanted it to be, I was still proud of myself for memorizing it in short time. While reciting the prologue, I felt the weight of its words wash over me like a wave of inevitability. It served as a haunting start to the tragedy that was about to unfold, setting the stage for the heartache and despair that would follow.
As I watched the characters navigate the intense landscape of love and hate, I couldn’t help but feel a deep empathy for their predicament. The performances brought to life the inner turmoil, the reckless abandon, and the consuming intensity of Romeo and Juliet’s love affair. The chemistry between them was noticeable, igniting the screen with a fiery passion that was both exhilarating and heartbreaking to witness due to what was meant to follow.
In the end, Romeo and Juliet left me with a sense of melancholy, yet also a deep appreciation for the enduring power of love and the eternal struggle against fate. It is a lasting tale that continues to resonate with audiences today, reminding us of the fragility of life, the price of love and the enduring power of passion.