Communication is an important element in video analysis. Ideally, a careful analysis of the different characters in the scene and their role in enhancing interpersonal communication is much more important. In consideration of this concept the underlying principles of interpersonal communication, there is a need to assess its applicability in the movie; Goodfellas. The three-minute scene titled, "I 'm funny how, I mean funny like I 'm a clown" is a reflection of how self-concept, perception, and non-verbal communication work together in the context of dyadic communication. In this first sequence of the scene, the focus is on the display of self-concept by Tommy DeVito, the ill-tempered enforcer of the Cicero Family. The scene starts with Tommy telling a story of shenanigans to his close associate Henry Hill and …show more content…
There are many factors that in can influence interpersonal communication and the use of self-concept, perception and nonverbal communications is very important in a dyadic communication. Tommy DeVito 's concept of the self, as the ill-tempered enforcer of the Cicero Family, is prominently displayed in this particular scene. He is at the center of attention and his interplay communications between Henry Hill and the henchmen demonstrate how one 's self-concept affect other 's perception of him as we have witness at the climax of the scene. The way Tommy manages other people 's perception through perception checking by lashing back aggressively and sarcastically responding to any comment is a clear sign of what not do during a heated argument. However, because of his impression manage and the face work he portrayed as an ill-tempered enforcer, it is what the audience expected him to do. Self-concept, perception, and nonverbal communication are some of the most influential factors that can affect interpersonal communication. But interpersonal communication will be different for everyone and no two scenarios or influence factor will be the
Due to these difference in personalities and sense of duty, the author, McMutry, displays several lines of dialog and illustrates the behavior of various people when they’re in front of Augustus and Call. After his
“Modern Family,” an American television sitcom, is known for its ensemble cast and mockumentary-style storytelling that explores the lives of the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker family. Season 5, Episode 15, titled “The Feud,” centers on the various conflicts and misunderstandings that arise within the family. This rhetorical analysis will examine the narrative structure, character development, and use of humor in the episode to understand how it conveys the theme of the importance of communication in resolving conflicts. “The Feud” employs a narrative structure that interweaves multiple storylines to create a cohesive, engaging plot. Each storyline focuses on a specific conflict within the family, including Phil’s long-standing rivalry with his nemesis, Gil Thorpe; Jay’s attempt to coach Manny’s school fencing team; and Mitchell and Cameron’s disagreement over their wedding planning.
At the start, Bonasera is seen weeping as he recounts the story of the harm done to his daughter by the men who took advantage of her. He is frustrated and angry, as the American court system he had come to rely upon completely failed him. The men committed horrendous acts against his daughter and yet were able to walk free, which shocked him. It was because of his trust in the court system that Bonasera had not gone to the Godfather in the past for help or assistance – Bonasera wanted to live a ‘normal’ American life free of crime and risk to his family.
Due to the occupation that Mr. Hanks holds, there is often a perceived disconnect between the average person and himself, which can then make delivering an important message all the more difficult as there is no emotional connection between him and the audience. Tom overcomes this hurdle with the aforementioned use of the universal feeling of love, which all can relate to. Once common ground is found between the speaker and the audience, he begins to foreshadow his later
In Louisa May Alcotts novel “An Old Fashioned Girl” the main character, Polly Milton, finds herself struggling against a man versus society conflict, as she confronts the rich first class society that surrounds her. The fourteen year old country girl who ventures into the city to visit her good friend, is constantly being told she is old fashioned, poor, and too simple for the city. The basis of the conflict is that all the people Polly encounters during her time in the city, expect her to look and behave like the rest. When Polly cannot do this, people begin to tease and mock her all because she has no wealth.
You just have to be yourself. A term from chapter 6 that describe this movie would be self-disclosure, acknowledgment messages, and initiating. Self-disclosure is the process of revealing information about yourself to others that are not readily known by them (Department of Communication, Indiana State University, Brian Johnston, et al. “Introduction to Public Communication.” Introduction to Public Communication | Open Textbook, Indiana State University, 18 Aug. 2016, kell.indstate.edu/public-comm-intro/.).
Mrs. Doubtfire is a 1993 comedy starring Robin Williams as Daniel Hillard and Sally Field as Miranda his ex-wife. Daniel is an eccentric actor who specializes in dubbing voices for cartoon characters. He has three children, Lydia, Chris, and Natalie, whom he loves the most. His wife Miranda has different thoughts of him, as being a poor disciplinarian and a bad role model to their children. He lost his job and when getting home, he throws an elaborate and disastrous birthday party for Chris, against Miranda’s instructions.
In Act 2, Scene 2, a theatrical troupe arrives at the castle to perform a speech from Aeneid. Impressed with the player’s performance, Hamlet asks that the player act out a short speech he has written for the next day. Once alone, Hamlet undergoes an introspection that sheds light to his cowardly disposition. The soliloquy is divided into three sections: problem, cause, and resolution. Through his initial self-condemnation for being passive, Hamlet realizes the essence of his internal struggle and devises a plan to take action without having to go against his true nature.
The film Good Will Hunting, exhibits many concepts of interpersonal communication through the different characters who are in the film. Emotions and conflict are the common concepts to be represented. Both run emotions and conflict run high in the film and are visible in multiple ways. The main character Will Hunting is a complex character due to his past and capabilities of his mind. His emotions and his conflicts affect one another.
The characters in this movie exhibit various interpersonal communication concepts, such as self-concept, convergence, divergence, debilitative, and facilitative emotions, and portray these concepts through their thoughts and actions. Assistant Coach Red Dawson exhibits how a character’s self-concept,
The only person he feels he can trust is his sister, Mary Lou, until she gets horribly burned at is forced to stay at the hospital to recover. Now that Mary Lou is in serious danger, the beatings from Tommy’s mom get worse. As the beatings get worse, Tommy’s bullying starts to get out of control. Later, he is even caught stealing from the local store. Tommy’s life continues
The movie I chose was “The Break-Up” was a perfect form of interpersonal communication problems that we study about. It’s about a couple that cares for one another, but cannot seem to communicate or agree with the smallest thing in life. With Brooke the story line, character is an argument of not feeling appreciated, while Gary the story line, character is a grownup, but portrays a child’s individual who refuses to help improve in their relationship. In one scene, Brooke asks Gary to bring home 12 lemons for a centerpiece on the dinner table, instead he brings home 3 lemons Brooke gets frustrated an argument starts up how she cannot use the lemons for a centerpiece, he mentions that using the 3 lemons would be ideal in a smaller vase, when her response, he slashes back in an aggressive tone that she may have to use lemons in
What Scorsese did differently was that he made male protagonists vulnerable again, just like they were in the old mobster movie days, but in a bit more realistic way Scorsese produces movies in a way that, according to Kolker, he „Determines our point of view and our emotional and intellectual attachment to the film. We are therefore, scarcely allowed any separation from what the central character is seeing. “ (218). He even does this directly by breaking the fourth wall twice in Goodfellas, and therefore making us feel as though we are the acomplices in all the things that were happening in the film. And we all know that it is very hard to judge ourselves effectively.
Our body language and non-verbal hints such as eye contact or the lack of it. Our highlighting the positive and negative aspects of our communication styles, skills and effectiveness we all experience when we communicate. In this report, we will study and observe that how effectively communication skills can improve with the example/inspiration taking from a
Non-verbal communication is just as important as verbal communication. When you are communicating with someone it is important to pay attention to the facial feedback they give. The topic could be