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ReNe Troy-Mebane


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IntroductionKenneth Burke introduced the theory that literature

provides readers options for behavior in society

(Littlejohn & Foss, 2011, p. 358)

Has evolved to include theater and movies

Bakhtins Theory of Dialogics explains there is an

endless presence of disorder in daily life (Littlejohn &Foss, 2011, p. 238), supporting Burkes hypothesis

Rocky III provides equipment for living


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Literature ReviewScholars support Burkes theory

Disagree about effects, how they are achieved and

lasting effect

Gap in research: audiences realize reactions and

interpretations of a film are based upon personal

experience

What interpretations mean and implications of any

resulting actions in the world


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Methodology

Fantasy themes are details of the story that act asbuilding blocks of drama

Lead to a groups common perception

Fantasy themes developed to a high degree offamiliarity are fantasy types

Stock situations repeated so often the individual, groupor community interprets the drama as reality(Littlejohn & Foss, 2011).


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Methodology

Self-other distinction says audience members have a

sense of self that objectifies a film unless it provides

equipment for living

Film plays an active role in altering the self and

viewers apply their interpretations and own

experience to the dramatic context


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Methodology

Self-other distinction says audience members have a

sense of self that objectifies a film unless it provides

equipment for living

Film plays an active role in altering the self and

viewers apply their interpretations and own

experience to the dramatic context


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Data


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Data


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Data


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Analysis

Rocky epitomizes the shared fantasy theme

representing the underdog story

Bakhtins Theory of Dialogics may explain why

audiences experience self-other distinction


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Discussion

The Rocky fantasy theme effect self-other distinction

Underdog with parallel contextual situations

Friends dont owe

Complacency leads to failure

Never give up


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Conclusion

Successful people will experience low points in life,

including deaths of loved-ones and challenges to self-

esteem; but the keys to gaining and maintaining

personal success is an unwavering belief in ones ability

and a conscious effort to sustain passion and

excitement for that which has brought success.


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References

Littlejohn, S., & Foss, K. (2011). Theories of Human Communication(10th ed.). Long Grove, IL: Waveland Press, Inc.

Peter, Z., Xi, Y., & Yi, Z., (2012). The rhetorical-theatrical sensibilityas equipment for living. Etc.:A Review of General Semantics, (69)2,186-196.

Stallone, S. (1982). Rocky III. United States: United Artists.

Young, S.D. (2000). Movies as Equipment for Living: ADevelopmental Analysis of the Importance of Film in Everyday Life.Critical Studies in Mass Communication, 17(4), 447-468.

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