Thelma & Louise and Scarecrow

Paper Summary:

In this article the writer discusses the two films "Thelma & Louise" and "Scarecrow". The writer points out that these films involve entirely different characters, settings, and outcomes, but notes that they have several themes that connect them in meaningful ways. The writer looks at the similarities and connecting themes. The writer then discusses ways in which the films are dissimilar.

Outline:
Picaresque Theme
Search for a Dream
Episodic 'Road Movie' Theme
Dissimilar Aspects of the Movies
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"In 'Thelma & Louise', the women start out searching for some enlightenment, seeking some fresh moments that will change their boring existences from stale to fresh, from dreary to exciting. When the only thing you have in life that is enjoyable is the company of another woman, going away with her for a spontaneous and impulsive journey is wonderful, even dream like (although that dream turns into a nightmare).
In Scarecrow, the two drifters have a dream of opening up a car wash that actually has real nylon brushes."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Cagle, Robert L. "Auto-Eroticism: Narcissism, Fetishism, and Consumer Culture." Cinema Journal 33.4 (1994): 23-33.
• Greenberg, Harvey R.; Clover, Carol J.; Johnson, Albert; Chumo, Peter N II; Henderson, Brian; Williams, Linda; Kinder, Marsha; & Braudy, Leo. "The Many Faces of 'Thelma & Louise.'" Film Quarterly 45.2 (1991-1992): 20-31.
• Scarecrow. Jerry Schatzberg, Director. Gene Hackman, Al Pacino. Warner Home Video 1973.
• Thelma & Louise. Ridley Scott, Director. Susan Sarandon, Geena Davis. Pathe Entertainment 1991.

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