Pleasantille: an existential communication journey
Article
Abstract
English
In this article the American film Pleasantville, directed by Gary Ross,
is analysed from an existential communication perspective. The
concepts of authentic and inauthentic modes of existence are
highlighted in the critique and the value of dialogue emphasised. The
fairy tale film reflects the dual opposites of a Pleasantville ideal
where the social ideal is scripted and manipulated and a Pleasantville
reality in which individuals communicate authentically out of
individual choice. In the end, freedom of choice and authentic
communication prevail.
Keywords
English
Pleasantville American film Gary Ross Existential communication perspective Analysis
Record information
Authors
Terblanche, Lydie
De Wet, Johann C.
Publisher
University of the Free State