Thomas Hunziker Ordine dei libri

The exploration of Shakespeare's influence on film adaptation is central to this thesis, particularly regarding "Macbeth." It examines how filmmakers translate the play's language into visual imagery, addressing the challenges of maintaining the essence of Shakespeare's text while adapting it for the screen. The work highlights the evolution of over 600 film versions, showcasing various approaches from traditional stage adaptations to modern interpretations. This study emphasizes the critical relationship between language and visual representation in cinematic adaptations of classic literature.

The paper explores the evolution of American war films, particularly in the context of the Vietnam War, contrasting the myth of U.S. invincibility with the harsh realities faced by soldiers. It highlights how traditional war movies and westerns, which thrived during and after World War II, failed to capture the complexities and horrors of the Vietnam conflict. Following the war, filmmakers shifted their focus, creating a new narrative that rejected previous glorifications and instead portrayed the chaos and trauma experienced by soldiers, thereby reconstructing the American myth.