What is the movie sayng about poetry? Support your comments.
Mr. Keating explains poetry is not something that you read out of a textbook or something that is told to you. Poetry is what you make it. There is no way to "measure" how great poetry is. There is no way to tell how you will write poetry until you do. By ripping out all the introductory notes in the poetry book he makes everyone learn for themselves. As Keating and his students walk through the courtyard he makes them realize that the need their own pace in poetry their own speed at which the wish to go. Poetry is what you make it and there is no limit to what you can do with it. Poetry accordin to Mr. Keating "is what we are here for."
What do you think of poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
Poetry is like an outflow of emotions. Poetry is an escape. Like Keating said there is no real way to "measure" how great it is. It is through your point of view that determines how great it is. Poetry to me is words that have been given life. The words in poetry are almost alive as everyone of them leaps out as you grasp its meaning. It is quite safe to say that poetry is written by people that are not necessarily smart. Poetry proves that ordinary people can achieve and perform great things. Who knows? The next great poet could be you.
Saturday, 17 December 2011
Thursday, 15 December 2011
The Dead Poets Society
To people who breathe in Poetry day to day, it is more than a mere jumble of cheesy lines - it is the utmost beautiful treasure that keeps them alive. The movie: "Dead Poets Society" elaborates around the idea of: poetry is a powerful tool that helps members of the human race express their feelings of any such - whether gratitude, love, or hate. Poetry can be applied anywhere, anytime, and anyplace by anyone. The story helps us understand that Poetry is not limited to a certain structure or pattern. Similar to how the introduction of the textbook: Understanding Poetry tried to limit the students into thinking that mathematical and logical methods can be developed to find the definite greatness of a poem. Moreover, Keating tells the students to stand on their desks to remind them to constantly look at things from a different perspective - when reading poems, think about how the author is feeling! Poetry, really, is a vast territory which is used for different purposes. Many use Poetry to send a message across to readers; and most of them revolve around a central theme, might it be love or hate. This movie really joggles up our impression of poetry, and starts to grow on us. It made me realize the potential of Poetry has no constraints, because poetry really, is everywhere.
What do you think of poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
I was first introduced to the concept of poetry way back in grade 5. It was then that specific guidelines were set for us to write poetry. We had to write a diamond poem, acronym poem, etc. Frankly, it didn't leave a pretty impression in my brain - probably because it was tedious following their rules. For example, ____(insert name) is like a _____(insert similar animal). But hey, who am I to criticize the person who invented those acronym poems? Back then to when I was still a simpleton, Poetry was a job, a quite annoying one as well. This movie. albeit, completely changed the perspective I viewed poetry from. A whole 360 degrees rotation. When Mr.Keating lifted the fences that constrained poetry's ultimate potential, it feels much more free! It's great to know that I have can now write poetry to no limit to no certain manner. It's awesome to finally understand I can write Poetry that matches my style, you know, the "linda" style of poetry. As of right now, Poetry is quite of an useful gift to have, and to use. The Dead Poets Society movie dubs Poetry to be a magical thing - something that can help express every emotion; and quite frankly, I do not disagree with any of it. It's just so true, and then again, poetry is the truth.
"Carpe Diem. Seize the day. Make your lives extraordinary." -Keating
The Dead Poets Society
What is the movie saying about poetry? Support your comments.
In the movie Mr. Keating explains to the boys that you express your feelings through poetry, like anger romance and passion. He also said that your entitled to the right to read and write poetry as a member of the human race. Mr. Keating had many untraditional methods of teaching, one of which was ripping out the entire intro "Understanding Poetry" because it was far off his concept of free thinking/writing and instead preached how poetry needed a balance of things like perfection. He also takes the boys to the court yard marching about. Another is telling them to recite a verse of poetry than kick a soccer ball. He uses these methods to teach individuality and to walk through life in the steps they chose. One truly important idea about poetry from the movie is that not only should you see poetry through the authors eye you must consider it through your eyes. The big picture that the film wanted to give to you about poetry is that poetry is more than writing catchy verses that rhyme, poetry is for self expression and individuality.
What do you think of poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
Poetry is a spontaneous flow of the poets emotions. It is the unknown. It is something that is unwilling to be described. Poetry is a complete abstract. When writing poetry there are no limits and it will be in whatever shape the poet chooses. This display of liberation connects to the somewhat general view of Mr. Keating. He said that poetry is an expression of beauty, love and romance. Also just like the movie I believe that poetry is completely unique to the poet. Poetry can also be thought of as drifting out of realty and into the dreamy emotional thoughts of the poet. Though mystical, that place can also be quite weird. Most of society's view on poets and or poetry may be mistaken or negative because it can be thought of this loony art that many "normal" working folks do not have time for. To sum that up I think poetry may be better in smaller doses because as said by Matthew, "as there is a fine line between ones own orthodox opinions and being insane".
In the movie Mr. Keating explains to the boys that you express your feelings through poetry, like anger romance and passion. He also said that your entitled to the right to read and write poetry as a member of the human race. Mr. Keating had many untraditional methods of teaching, one of which was ripping out the entire intro "Understanding Poetry" because it was far off his concept of free thinking/writing and instead preached how poetry needed a balance of things like perfection. He also takes the boys to the court yard marching about. Another is telling them to recite a verse of poetry than kick a soccer ball. He uses these methods to teach individuality and to walk through life in the steps they chose. One truly important idea about poetry from the movie is that not only should you see poetry through the authors eye you must consider it through your eyes. The big picture that the film wanted to give to you about poetry is that poetry is more than writing catchy verses that rhyme, poetry is for self expression and individuality.
What do you think of poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
Poetry is a spontaneous flow of the poets emotions. It is the unknown. It is something that is unwilling to be described. Poetry is a complete abstract. When writing poetry there are no limits and it will be in whatever shape the poet chooses. This display of liberation connects to the somewhat general view of Mr. Keating. He said that poetry is an expression of beauty, love and romance. Also just like the movie I believe that poetry is completely unique to the poet. Poetry can also be thought of as drifting out of realty and into the dreamy emotional thoughts of the poet. Though mystical, that place can also be quite weird. Most of society's view on poets and or poetry may be mistaken or negative because it can be thought of this loony art that many "normal" working folks do not have time for. To sum that up I think poetry may be better in smaller doses because as said by Matthew, "as there is a fine line between ones own orthodox opinions and being insane".
DEAD POETS SOCIETY
What is the movie saying about poetry? Support you comments.
According to the movie, through Mr. Keating, he says we read and write poetry because we are part of the human race. The human race is full of passion, beauty romance, and love. It is what we live for. Mr. Keating also said to tear out the introduction section of the poetry text stating "understanding poetry". In this section it states to understand poetry using mathematics, through graphing. Mr. Keating says it is "excrement". He says poetry is to be understood in their own way and opinion even if it seems silly or wrong. He teaches them in two different lessons of a nontraditional style (non-conformity). First, when he asked his students to stand on the desk to view the world at a different view. Second, when he asks his students to walk in the courtyard. He asked them to walk in their own pace and style, being unique. He is saying to add all of this into poetry.
What do you think of poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
Poetry is a non-violent way to express your emotions, whether it is anger, love, friendship, etc. Poetry should be original, and each person should interpret the poetry in their own perspective or view, different ways, not mathematically. That each person should have some individuality. But, there should be some conformity. From what Matthew said "one's own unorthodox opinions and being insane". All the non-conformity can lead to insane situations, again what Matthew said "violating societal norms", as well as family norms, etc. Also, the authors should be original, but using conformity. For example using the literary devices such as similes, metaphors, personification, etc, but showcasing it with originality. As well poetry can be best inspired by everyday life, personal experiences, relationships, etc. Your life is different than everyone else, meaning no matter what your poetry is about, it is your opinion, your thoughts, and emotions, making it original.
Wednesday, 14 December 2011
The Dead Poets Society Response
What is the movie saying about poetry? Support your comments.
According to Mr. Keating, we read and write poetry because we are members of the human race. Poetry is used to share and express beauty, romance, love; human passion. Because poetry is based on one's personal expression of emotion, Mr. Keating encourages his students to view poetry in their own way, even if their perspective seems silly or wrong. He told them to not just consider the poem through the author's point of view, but to strive to find their individual voices. This is a far cry from the poetry textbook's preface "Understanding Poetry", explaining how poetry should be judged mathematically through its importance and perfection. This is a contrast, between individuality and conformity. Mr. Keating's lesson on non-conformity used walking as a physical demonstration. He urged his students to discern their own beliefs and opinions, no matter how unorthodox they may seem. Mr. Keating taught the poetry should not be rote analysis, but rather, personal expression.
What do you think about poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
Poetry is an artistic medium for conveying thought. It can be a story, it can be satirical, or maybe just to express the poet's feelings. One can argue that all ideas expressed in poetry stem from the writer's emotions. I generally agree with the movie's view of poetry, in saying that it is a personal, emotional expression. However, I am somewhat hesitant about maintaining complete non-conformity, as there may be a fine line between having one's own unorthodox opinions and being insane. This is considering the fact that insanity may be displayed in violating societal norms. I believe that conformity is necessary to some degree in order to function properly in society. One is still free to hold and share their own beliefs, but severely digressing from social norms may cause one to be (mis)construed as insane. Poetry is an expression of oneself; poets are free to think and write whatever they please.
According to Mr. Keating, we read and write poetry because we are members of the human race. Poetry is used to share and express beauty, romance, love; human passion. Because poetry is based on one's personal expression of emotion, Mr. Keating encourages his students to view poetry in their own way, even if their perspective seems silly or wrong. He told them to not just consider the poem through the author's point of view, but to strive to find their individual voices. This is a far cry from the poetry textbook's preface "Understanding Poetry", explaining how poetry should be judged mathematically through its importance and perfection. This is a contrast, between individuality and conformity. Mr. Keating's lesson on non-conformity used walking as a physical demonstration. He urged his students to discern their own beliefs and opinions, no matter how unorthodox they may seem. Mr. Keating taught the poetry should not be rote analysis, but rather, personal expression.
What do you think about poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
Poetry is an artistic medium for conveying thought. It can be a story, it can be satirical, or maybe just to express the poet's feelings. One can argue that all ideas expressed in poetry stem from the writer's emotions. I generally agree with the movie's view of poetry, in saying that it is a personal, emotional expression. However, I am somewhat hesitant about maintaining complete non-conformity, as there may be a fine line between having one's own unorthodox opinions and being insane. This is considering the fact that insanity may be displayed in violating societal norms. I believe that conformity is necessary to some degree in order to function properly in society. One is still free to hold and share their own beliefs, but severely digressing from social norms may cause one to be (mis)construed as insane. Poetry is an expression of oneself; poets are free to think and write whatever they please.
What is the movie saying about poetry? Support your comments.
Poetry is about love, romance and passion. It is powerful. Through poetry, one can be inspired to do things beyond what they normally do. To believe in their own belief in the face of others. As Keating asks his student to "walk" in the courtyard, he tells them to note the difficulty to maintain their own pace and rhythm when walking, and points out that it is also true with pace and rhythm in poetry. As Keating asks his students to stand on his table so they can view the world from a different perspective, he also says to not only consider what the author think, but what you think. Everyone can interpret a poem in their own unique way, unlike the introduction in the poetry textbook from the movie - the preface "Understanding Poetry" where it instructs the readers the right way to enjoy and read poetry, by graphing it out. Poetry is what the human race stays alive for.
What do you think of poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
Poetry is a message or an idea conveyed through words in only the most beautiful way. Poetry is art. And saying that, poetry is a completely abstract concept. A poet may write about anything ranging from an ordinary, everyday object such as a pencil to ideas like love, grief. A poet may write in many different forms or not a form at all. While poets have that absolute freedom of how to express themselves through poetry, readers also have the freedom to interpret the poet's message in any way they please. Poetry is love, romance, and passion, that is very true. Poetry is what the human race stays alive for. That too, is very true. It is another way to express yourself - just like all other art elements, music, painting, acting, dancing.
Poetry is about love, romance and passion. It is powerful. Through poetry, one can be inspired to do things beyond what they normally do. To believe in their own belief in the face of others. As Keating asks his student to "walk" in the courtyard, he tells them to note the difficulty to maintain their own pace and rhythm when walking, and points out that it is also true with pace and rhythm in poetry. As Keating asks his students to stand on his table so they can view the world from a different perspective, he also says to not only consider what the author think, but what you think. Everyone can interpret a poem in their own unique way, unlike the introduction in the poetry textbook from the movie - the preface "Understanding Poetry" where it instructs the readers the right way to enjoy and read poetry, by graphing it out. Poetry is what the human race stays alive for.
What do you think of poetry? How is it similar and different than the movie's view of poetry?
Poetry is a message or an idea conveyed through words in only the most beautiful way. Poetry is art. And saying that, poetry is a completely abstract concept. A poet may write about anything ranging from an ordinary, everyday object such as a pencil to ideas like love, grief. A poet may write in many different forms or not a form at all. While poets have that absolute freedom of how to express themselves through poetry, readers also have the freedom to interpret the poet's message in any way they please. Poetry is love, romance, and passion, that is very true. Poetry is what the human race stays alive for. That too, is very true. It is another way to express yourself - just like all other art elements, music, painting, acting, dancing.
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