Monday, December 20, 2010

Mary Poppins Mode of Literature

What must it be like to have a new nanny every week? Better yet, what would it be like to be that nanny? In the the movie, "Mary Poppins," based on the book written by P. L. Travers, the plot line starts with a minor conflict. The plot line, symbolism and behavior of the main characters are all examples of a clear romantic mode of literature. In the end, good did triumph and everyone was happy.

The plot line starts with the minor conflict when the Banks need a new nanny and Mary Poppins breezes in. The romantic mode of literature is also obvious throughout the movie in the fantasy world that Mary Poppins brings to the children. I was really drawn into this part of the movie when she showed the kids a picture, and then they were magically inside it. I would love to be able to do that. The movie showed several symbols and scenes that stretched my imagination. The author does an excellent job of taking the viewers to a place that could only exist in their imagination.

As in the romantic mode of literature, the main character, Mary Poppins is in control in the movie. This also presents a conflict. Mr. Banks is shown as sort of the evil guy when he tries to make the children invest their money instead of spending it. I thought that Mr. Banks was the reason for many of the children's behavior problems. They seemed like they just needed attention that they did not get from their father. Mr. Banks never posed a serious threat, he just seemed very cold.

As in the romantic mode of literature, in the end, the minor conflicts are resolved. Mr. Banks realizes that he should spend more time with his children and less time at work. I though this was one of the most important lessons in the movie. The romantic plot ended with everyone doing the right thing.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Favorite Food

My favorite food is tacos. You can eat them anywhere . It is like god put them on this earth for my enjoyment . The best place to get them is taco bell. I know there not good for you in all but they are so good. Its not like I eat them all the time. I eat one every month or so. I would like to eat them more though. So now you know my favorite food what is yours.