Essays on Entertainment Page 3

Charles Spencer Chaplin, born on April 16, 1889 in Walworth, London, came from a family of music hall performers in England. His father, Charles Chaplin, was a well-known figure in the profession and he had a younger brother named Sydney. Even as a child, Charlie was told that he had the potential to become globally…

Audrey Hepburn, who is a famous actress has a pretty and impressive face, slim and slender stature, and noble and elegant temperament, are being preferred by the audience form all over the world. Throughout her life,she got many achievements because of her remarkable acting skill and matchless sympathy, such as the Oscar Awards, Golden Globe…

F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” isn’t just an American classic that portrays the dreams, hopes, and disillusionments of the Roaring Twenties; it’s also a rich tapestry interwoven with color symbolism. From the green light at the end of Daisy’s dock to the Valley of Ashes’ grey desolation, colors are used meticulously to provide deeper…

Night, with its aura of mystery and quietude, has been a recurring motif in literature and art throughout history. A time typically associated with rest and darkness, the night also harbors profound symbolic meanings, resonating with themes of introspection, fear, secrecy, and enlightenment. This essay aims to explore these multifaceted symbols, tracing their evolution and…

Yeoh, a Malaysian of Chinese descent, was born in Ipoh. Her parents, Janet Yeoh and Yeoh Kian Geik, are respectively a lawyer and MCA politician. She developed a love for dance from an early age and began ballet lessons at four years old. At 15 years old, she relocated with her family to England where…

Marshall McLuhan popularized the concept of the Global Village through his books The Gutenberg Galaxy: The Making of Typographic Man (1962) and Understanding Media (1964). McLuhan believed that electric technology has turned the world into a small village, enabling instant transmission of information across the globe. This fusion of social and political elements into rapid…

George Orwell’s “1984” is not merely a chilling dystopian narrative of totalitarianism; it is a rich tapestry woven with numerous symbols that enhance its depth and dimension. These symbols serve to amplify the novel’s central themes, drawing readers into the bleak reality of Oceania and illustrating the dangers of unchecked power and the erasure of…

Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird” is rife with intriguing characters that serve as windows into the sociocultural milieu of Maycomb, Alabama. While the reclusive Boo Radley might steal much of the limelight when discussing the Radley family, it’s essential not to overlook the less explored, yet equally pivotal, Nathan Radley. As Boo’s older brother…

Radio dominated the Twenties, with roughly 3 million Americans owning radios by 1923. Most listeners still used crystal sets with earphones to receive news and bulletins, advertising and music. The appeal of the spoken word attracted audiences and advertisers, while publishers were forced to improve upon its image to retain profits. Television, capable of wireless…

In an era driven by rapid technological advancements, traditional literature remains a steadfast reminder of our shared heritage, urging us to remember and cherish the wisdom of the ages. Many pieces of traditional literature owe their longevity to oral tradition. Before the advent of written scripts, stories were passed down verbally, adapting and evolving with…