Whether you are male or female, young or old, there are certain movies that are on the "must-see" list, and the Titanic is one of them. Hopefully, most everyone has gotten the chance to experience this movie and its dramatic storyline. If you haven't, I suggest you go watch it now! Since the first time I watched this movie many years ago, I have been captured by the heartwarming love story, the charming characters, and the historical tragedy that all take place in this one film. As we are approaching the one-hundredth anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, the classic movie is coming back out in theaters, this time in 3D. I thought it would be fun to take a look at the new trailer, analyzing it, and really getting a feel for the beloved movie, the Titanic.
In the opening scenes of the Titanic trailer, bells begin ringing slowly as real underwater footage of the sunken ship is shown. The elderly woman that narrates tells her echoing story in the background, portraying a mystical atmosphere as the trailer begins. The screen then dramatically changes to a grand view of the Titanic, deserving of its name. Joyous music escalates and the bells begin ringing faster and more jovial, building the excitement for viewers. The elegance of the ship is displayed as the upbeat music continues playing. The characters are introduced as well. Jack is a seemingly poor, teenage boy, dressed in worn, simple clothing who crosses paths with Rose, a rich, extravagantly dressed, teenage girl. Their fun on the ship is depicted through prim and proper dinners on the First Class Deck to spontaneous dances on the Lower Class Deck.
Love and laughter is obviously in the air, but it is all too soon cut short by the beginning of the now famous song by Celine Dion, "My Heart Will Go On." The Titanic is pictured on a dark night, flowing through the ocean, and immediately the mood is subdued. The sad music in the background plays as Jack and Rose witness the ship's side scraping an iceberg. The bells slowly begin tolling again, possibly symbolizing the many deaths that are about to come. Then, besides the bells, everything goes eerily silent creating an intense build-up. Suddenly, the well-known glass dome shatters under extreme water pressure, and the music grows to the powerful chorus in a shocking burst. Heartbreaking scenes cover the screen as thousands of people are seen drowning to death inside the ship. Hurt, nervousness, and sheer sadness overwhelm me as I continue watching the emotional trailer. The final moments of the sinking ship are shown, and Jack yells, "Do not let go of my hand!" The screen goes black, leaving us wondering, then Rose whispers weakly, "I'll never let go..."
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| Real Picture of the Titanic |
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| Jack and Rose |
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| The Real Grand Staircase (Glass Dome) |
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