The dark comedy Scotland, PA relates the story in an understandable manner

1. The original Macbeth trades place in the 11th century Scotland, composition Scotland, PA takes place in the American 1970s. Thousands of historic events and galore(postnominal) generations set these two time periods apart. Yet, maculation the time span gain vigorms immense, noting really changed in human spirit. People undoubtedly were and remain social creatures who intensively struggle for their rights, and, in extreme circumstances, power.Of course the linguistic context of Medieval Scotland and modern America contrast each other, entirely what doesnt change is the characters drive. Both in the tactics and in the movie, Macbeth wants recognition and rewards for his work, whether it depart be a throne or a boss chair. Macbeth and his lady want to emancipate themselves from subjection and be the ones to take control. Thus the issues of social struggles are visible with bring out both versions. Another human quality revealed is the abuse of power. In the original Mac beth, the lovers become absolute, despotic rulers of Scotland.They make believe feasts, rejoice in their glory, and, unfortunately, often forget about their subjects. Although the pullulate couple does not obtain this much control, its excessive pride does shine through and through. Pat utilise to complain about her boss, scarcely once she herself took the position, she didnt change any of the things she disliked not so long ago. She couldnt remember an employees name, annoyingly calling him Richard, and wore beautiful clothing, while the employees wore ugly, orange uniforms. Additionally, in both versions, Macbeth falls under pressure. In persuading her husband, Lady Macbeth uses her eloquence to achieve her greedy means, while Bet cunningly employs her charming looks. Macbeth likewise lets the witches/hippies guide him, albeit he suspects that they arent the best advisors.It must be admitted that Scotland, PA did lose some of Macbeths themes by switching the time setting. For instance, there are no battles between Norway and Scotland, no problems with the tyrannical ruler, no loss of followers, and no strong social dissatisfaction. However, the unrest and struggle between the subjects and the state can still be observed, only in the form of the workers versus the Duncans restaurant. It can even be argued that the narrowing of the population circle serves well, because the struggles of the workers are easier to follow.2. Macbeth is a noble work of literature that for many another(prenominal) centuries was accessible only to the elite or educated people. By adapting the wager into a film that contains things familiar to everyone, the creators of the film gain a larger consultation. Now, the beting audience dont have to relate the events to history or have any background information on the beliefs of the age. Keeping the work up to date also makes it easier for the audience to relate to it, while the themes of revenge, manipulation, guilt, and fate a re well preserved.Additionally, for people who are familiar with the actual play the movie is particularly interesting. It is entertaining to parallel the events of the play with those on the screen. On the one hand, some details are cut out or diminished. For instance, instead of the commanders acclaim of Macbeths performance on the frontline, the viewers see a scene in which Joe throws two troublemakers out of the restaurant. On the other hand, some events are completely new to the plot. For instance, the play avoids the actual killing of Duncan, while the film clearly shows how he gets boiled. If in the play the murder was intentional, in the movie the murder is shown as a result of Macbeths carelessness. Other events are interlinking strictly with the original plot. For instance, Pats guilt manifests itself as a burn that cannot heal, and the viewer immediately recalls Lady Macbeths famous sleepwalking. The alterations in the plot somewhat dilute Shakespeares tragedy, but yet k eep it recognizable.Of course the descending of Macbeth to such level is open to criticism. For instance, conformists and lovers of classics would argue against such a rebuilding of Shakespeares work. They might view the cutting out of important scenes and Shakespearean language and addition of too many kisses and curses as a bad reflection of modern culture. Also, if in the play there are slight hints on Macbeths intellectual level, in the play he is openly dis contend as a dummy. I would also agree that this is a wrong exposition of his character, that doesnt look in the depth of him inner conflict. From my own standpoint, I would say that it has to be kept in mind how much time passed between the two versions. I would appreciate the way this film finds an inventive approach and risks standing out from the rest of the interpretations.3. Scotland, PA completely revolutionizes the play by turning it from a tragedy into a comedy, and thus missing some of the plays serious issues. Th e film is also visibly low budgeted and should probably be viewed as an experiment. Nonetheless, through rummy approach the film serves a purpose of social criticism. Morrissette satirically comments on fast-food, small towns, and culture of the 1970s. The viewer recognizes the people, the shops, the cars, and many other aspects of the 70s, but this recognition comes through a new light. By bring ining the events unfold from a side, the viewer sees how the lack of opportunities in the 70s created the most appropriate atmosphere for greed, lust, and dishonestly to proliferate. Since the film is an boilersuit comment on human greed and desire for leadership, it can be viewed as a subliminal message about Richard Nixon, who covered up the Watergate founder that led to his resignation.However, from a demonstrable side, the viewer gets acquainted with the goodness of the age. For instance, the witty slang of 70s Middle America, the clothing, and the sneaky fellows introduce the cultu re of the time. Also, the soundtracks play the Bad Companys songs, which were passing moving and valuable to the jejuneness of the 70s. The youth itself is very well portrayed with Malcolm as a rock n roller, and Donald an enigmatic gay teenager. The progress and innovation are also showed in how Macbeth invented the drive-thru in the restaurant. This is the time when some of the major corporations begin to arise and attract customers. For example, in the matter of a few weeks after it underwent the renovations, the restaurant skyrocked in its popularity.4. Many students have trouble following the events in Macbeth and interpreting Shakespeares complex language. The dark comedy Scotland, PA relates the story in an understandable manner, but spares students of the real Shakespearean classic. The adaptation is oversaturated with its own whimsy, which obliterates most of the drama in the play. Shakespeares dictions, allusions, and symbols, which are essential to the play, are complet ely obliterated. Instead, the addition of the references to the 1970s forces one to view the play as American-made. By over-simplifying the play and giving it new cultural references, the creators leave only superficial plot references to the tragedy. Thus the highly intellectual ideas that Shakespeare corporal in his work are lost along the way.Very clever writing and great casting make this a comedy that is fun to watch even if one is not familiar with the source material. However, the adaptation can supplement the understanding of the play, but absolutely cannot take its place in the schools curriculum. The witches as three hippies, Duncan as a hamburger joint owner, Banqo as a hamburger seller, and Macbeth and his wife as self-advantageous couple undoubtedly may help the youth to perceive the characters relationships. However, their original connections and motivations are not demonstrated in-depth. For example, the desire to become a King is much more powerful than desire to b ecome a restaurants owner. Similarly, predictions given by supernatural beings are much more convincing than those given by the three hippies on marijuana. Thus the power Shakespeare invested in his play is indeed undervalued and dumbed-down.5. It sure was an original decision to give Macbeth a new birth by bringing it into the American 1970s. Although low-budgeted, the film literally re-builds the 1970s. This is partly achieved through shooting the film in a Canadian suburb that resembles the 1970s streets. The shooting in the Nova Scotia, whether planned or serendipitous, adds a nice touch to the film production and even more unexpected irony to the modern interpretation of Macbeth.The switch of the settings may seem dramatic, but the Moorissettes underlying message is that human nature applies to every historical period and section of society. One can be a dignified man in 11th century Scotland, a unsettled guy in American 1970s, or any other person in any other place and time, but the humiliation and power games will always exist. The adaptation proves that although Shakespearean epoch passed, his work is still appreciated in America.6. On the one hand, Macbeth has always been considered one of the literary worlds most famous tragedies. It is possibly the darkest and most gruesome of Shakespeares plays. Scotland, PA steals all of the plays seriousness by turning it into something sloppily simple and funny. If the original version centered on characters development, the reworking was otiose to create characters of even the slightest interest and fully show how they change after their gruesome actions. The result is a lifeless film, which is only saved by its setting and soundtracks. The film will most likely be enjoyed by someone who knows absolutely nothing about Shakespeare, because those who know the original work would view Scotland, PA as a silly parody. Also, although much gets cut out, the added details get unnecessarily overcomplicated and the f ilm gets unexciting.On the other hand, Scotland, PA stays on the task. It has many parallels with Macbeth and enhances some of its themes. Major themes from the original work revenge, guilt, self-doubt, fate, and prophecy still exist in this manipulated adaptation, even in a new light. These themes are revealed straightforward through peculiar, funny, and incredibly well-conceived approach. The adaptation is also educational, for it shows an interesting piece of American history. For teenagers like me, the setting in the 1970s is very exciting to see because this is the time of our parents youth. So looking at contrasting young characters bold, rebellious Malcolm and gentle Donald it is interesting to think about to which extreme our parents appealed. Also, the portrayal of vegetarian lieutenant McDuff and suspicious Banconi captivate the reader. Actors who played these two characters, in my opinion, showed the best effort and understanding of the actual characters in Macbeth.With both its drawbacks and its wonderful additions, Scotland, PA causes a lot of mirth and leaves the viewers with positive impressions.