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Greatest Showman
2018 | 105 min | K-7 | biography, drama, musical
“The Greatest Showman” is a musical film that tells the story of P.T. Barnum. He was a famous American showman and pioneer in the entertainment industry. The movie follows Barnum’s life starting from his youth. Barnum’s dream was to create a unique entertainment experience that brings together different people and gives them a chance to shine on stage.
Barnum (played by Hugh Jackman) puts together his own circus by gathering a group of diverse and unique performers, including acrobats, singers, dwarfs, and others who were traditionally discriminated in society. His attempt generates a lot of interest and captivates the audience, but it also faces resistance and criticism.
The film follows Barnum’s struggle for acceptance, success, and his family, all while trying to create a world where everyone can feel accepted and valued. Through the power of music, the movie emphasizes the uniqueness of individuals and encourages them to take pride in their differences.
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About the movie
Subjects
- arts
- biology
- english
- ethics
- finnish
- history
- music
- philosophy
- psychology
- social studies
- social studies
Keywords
- communication skills
- courage
- cultures
- differency
- diverse
- entrepreneurship
- Ethics
- friendship
- human rights education
- humoristic
- imagination growth
- informational
- learning materials
- milieu and zeitgeist
- multiliteracy
- music
- optimistic
- parity
- respectful
- rolemodels
- social class differences
- succeeding
- team work
- thought awakening
Educational levels
- high schools and vocational schools
- middle schools
Genres
- biography
- drama
- musical
Playlists
- based on true events
Age limits
- K-7
Studios
- 20th Century Fox
For media educator
Questions and Tasks:
1. Elements of the Musical (Music and Arts and Culture):
⦁ Familiarize yourselves with the structure of a musical and its important musical elements.
⦁ Analyze the music in the film and its role in storytelling.
