Subject: arts

The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby tells the story of Nick Carraway, a young man who moves to Long Island, New York, in 1920s America. Nick’s neighbor is the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby, who hosts extravagant parties but whose past and true identity are kept as secret.

Nick soon discovers that Gatsby is in love with his cousin, the beautiful yet carefree Daisy Buchanan, who is married to the wealthy and unfaithful Tom Buchanan. Gatsby endeavors to win back Daisy’s love, using all his means to lure her back to him.

The story revolves around themes of love, wealth, and deceit, revealing the superficiality and moral decay of 1920s American society. Ultimately, the tale ends tragically as plot twists and conflicting passions lead to a fatal conclusion for the main characters.

The film received two Oscars for Best Costume Design and Best Production Design.

Risto Räppääjä ja Liukas Lennart

The highly popular ten-year-old, red-haired Risto Räppääjä and his friend Nelli Nuudelipää dive into new adventures. Aunt Rauha thinks she has a brilliant idea: they need to find a man who would be a suitable father figure for Risto. Risto is not excited about the idea at all, and neither is their neighbor Lennart, who is himself interested in Rauha. Therefore, Lennart tries to create the perfect man who would meet Rauha’s constantly changing expectations of what a decent man should be.

Lennart soon realizes that trying to be many different people at once is not easy. When even Aunt Elvi falls for one of the father figures created by Lennart, things hilariously get tangled up. Unforgettable summer is full of incredible twists and lively misunderstandings.”

Greatest Showman

“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.

Isle of dogs

“Isle of Dogs” is a stop-motion animated film directed by Wes Anderson, set in Japan in the near future, where dogs have been exiled to an island due to fear and being considered spreaders of diseases.

The story is about 12-year-old Atari Kobayashi, the mayor’s ward, who leaves to find his lost dog Spots. Atari travels to the island in search of his furry friend and gets help from a diverse group of dogs: Rex, King, Boss, Duke, and Chief.

The film follows Atari and the dogs’ adventure on the island, their collaboration, and their struggle to retrieve Spots. Larger secrets are unveiled relating to both the island’s history and the fate of the dogs. The movie explores themes such as friendship, loyalty, and overcoming adversity.

Gremlins

“Gremlins” (translated as “Riiviöt” in Finnish) is a 1984 American horror-comedy film directed by Joe Dante and written by Chris Columbus. Steven Spielberg served as an executive producer. The film follows the horror experiences faced by a young man named Billy Peltzer and his family in a small town called Kingston Falls.

The plot begins when Billy Peltzer (Zach Galligan) receives a cute little creature as a Christmas gift, known as a “Mogwai.” Mogwai is a small, furry creature that must be cared for very carefully: they should not be exposed to bright light, they must not come into contact with water, and they must not be fed after midnight. Billy’s father purchased the Mogwai as a gift from the town’s eccentric collector.

When Billy’s disobedient cousin accidentally spills water on the Mogwai, it results in the creation of more Mogwai creatures, which are much more mischievous and less friendly than the original. These new forms are called Gremlins, and they wreak havoc and chaos in the town.

The film follows Billy, his girlfriend Kate (Phoebe Cates), and the Mogwai’s attempts to control the rampage and destruction caused by the Gremlins. They battle these malevolent creatures using various tricks and traps, utilizing a variety of household items.

“Gremlins” combines horror and comedy and is known for creating the iconic and cute Mogwai creatures alongside the mischievous Gremlins. The film has achieved cult status and is a popular choice during the holiday season for those looking for a slightly different Christmas movie. It also suits Halloween festivities.

The Little Mermaid

In the story, Ariel the mermaid, the youngest and bravest of King Triton’s daughters, dreams of learning more about life on the surface. She eventually visits the surface and falls in love with the charming Prince Eric. Despite mermaids being forbidden from interacting with humans, Ariel cannot resist the call of her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, who grants her the opportunity to experience the human world, but in doing so, Ariel puts her own life and her father’s kingdom at risk.

Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride

“Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride” is a stop-motion animated film released in 2005, telling the story of Victor, a young man who is about to enter into an arranged marriage with a young woman named Victoria. However, Victor accidentally marries a deceased bride, Corpse Bride, while practicing his wedding vows in the forest. In the film, Corpse Bride is named Emily.

Guided by Emily, Victor finds himself in the world of the dead, portrayed in the movie as a dark and surreal place. Victor soon realizes that the world of the dead is very different from the world of the living, and he tries to find a way back to the living. At the same time, he learns more about Emily and her tragic fate.

The film features many adventures and musical numbers and explores themes such as love, death, and hope. Ultimately, the movie concludes with a romantic and touching ending that brings happiness to most of the characters.

“Corpse Bride” embodies Tim Burton’s typical style, known for its dark and fantastical aesthetics, and it has received praise for its animation, characters, and music.

ParaNorman

“ParaNorman” is a stop-motion animated film released in 2012, aimed primarily at children and young audiences, but it is also suitable for adults. The movie follows a young boy named Norman Babcock, who is special because he has the ability to see and communicate with spirits. Norman lives in a small town called Blithe Hollow, which is known for its historical witch trials.

Norman is tasked with saving the town from the reactivation of an ancient curse. He learns from the spirits that his town is under the threat of an impending zombie attack, and only he can prevent it. Norman must navigate through various dangers and uncover how to break the curse that has afflicted his hometown for years.

The film combines humor, horror, and a deeper message of acceptance and diversity. It also addresses the fears and prejudices of adults and their impact on children and young people. “ParaNorman” is renowned for its impressive animation techniques and offers both an entertaining and touching story.

Frankenweenie

“Frankenweenie” is a stop-motion animated film released in 2012, directed by Tim Burton. The film is in black and white and is based on Burton’s short film of the same name from 1984.

The story revolves around a young Victor Frankenstein, a young and talented prodigy scientist, who lives in the dreamlike town of New Holland. Victor’s only friend is his beloved dog, Sparky, and they share a very close bond.

One fateful day, a tragic accident occurs when Sparky is involved in a car accident and dies. Victor is deeply saddened by the loss but is soon inspired to bring Sparky back to life. He uses his scientific skills to build a device that resurrects Sparky.

At first, Sparky seems to be his old self, but Victor’s secret starts to leak out and becomes known to a few of the town’s residents. Soon, other children in New Holland begin to experiment with similar methods to bring their own pets back to life, leading to all sorts of comical and horrifying events.

As Victor and his friends try to keep the situation under control, the adults fear that these experiments could lead to disaster. The film explores themes of friendship, dedication, and acceptance.

“Frankenweenie” embodies Tim Burton’s distinctive style and offers a unique take on classic horror movies, along with a touching story of the strong bond between Victor and Sparky.

Goosebumps

“Goosebumps” is a 2015 American horror-comedy film based on R.L. Stine’s popular book series for young people of the same name.

The story begins when teenager Zach Cooper moves with his mother to the small town of Greenville. The mysterious writer R.L. lives next door to Zach. Stine (played by Jack Black), whose collection he keeps very secret. Zach meets Stine’s daughter Hannah (Odeya Rush) and they become friends.

Soon, Zach and his new friend Champ (Ryan Lee) discover that something strange is going on at Stine’s house. They get in and find Stine’s locked books containing the monsters from all the Goosebumps books. When they accidentally release one of these monsters, they realize that books can bring all the monsters in the stories to life.

Zach, Hannah, Champ and R.L. himself. Stine now has to fight against time together and prevent monsters from destroying the city. On their way, they encounter many monsters from the Goosebumps series, such as Slappy doll, living trees, large cockroaches and other scary creatures.

The film combines humor and horror into an adventure for young people as they try to stop monsters from wreaking havoc. In the end, they have to use their wits and courage to defeat the monsters and save their town.

“Goosebumps” is an entertaining film that combines humor and horror for young viewers.