Disney's Fantasia 2000
Selection #3: George Gershwin- Rhapsody in Blue
There are four main characters in this depiction of Rhapsody in Blue. Use the chart below to describe the mood of these characters throughout the segment?
6. Construction Worker
7. Man with
Blue Coat/Hat
8. Rich Man
with Red Hair
9. Little Girl in Red
Use these boxes to describe why each of these people are sad with their life.
What do these
people really want in life?
(Pay attention to the ice skating
rink!)
Construction Worker: Throughout the segment, the construction worker appears stressed and overwhelmed. He is constantly rushing around and dealing with various tasks, leading to a feeling of chaos and despair.
Man with Blue Coat/Hat: This character appears restless and dissatisfied, constantly searching for something that seems just out of reach. He appears frustrated and unfulfilled.
Rich Man with Red Hair: The rich man with red hair is portrayed as lonely and disconnected from those around him. Despite his wealth, he lacks genuine connections and appears isolated.
Little Girl in Red: The little girl in red seems lost and lonely, wandering around aimlessly. She appears sad and longing for something more.
The construction worker, man with blue coat/hat, rich man with red hair, and little girl in red all seem to be searching for meaning and purpose in their lives. Despite their different circumstances, they all feel a sense of emptiness and dissatisfaction.
In the ice skating rink scene, we see all four characters come together and experience a moment of joy and connection. This suggests that what they really want in life is companionship, understanding, and a sense of belonging. They crave human connection and meaningful relationships to fill the void they feel in their lives.
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Apologies for the missing answers. Here are the responses:
Construction Worker: The construction worker is sad with his life because he is constantly focused on work and has little time for relaxation or enjoyment. He is overwhelmed with tasks and responsibilities, leading to a sense of stress and exhaustion.
Man with Blue Coat/Hat: This character is sad with his life because he feels unfulfilled and unsatisfied. He is constantly searching for something more, but he can never quite find it, leading to frustration and disappointment.
Rich Man with Red Hair: The rich man with red hair is sad with his life because despite his wealth, he lacks genuine connections and relationships. He is isolated and lonely, longing for companionship and meaningful interactions.
Little Girl in Red: The little girl in red is sad with her life because she feels lost and lonely. She is searching for something or someone to bring her joy and happiness, but she struggles to find it.
These characters all ultimately want the same thing in life - companionship, understanding, and a sense of belonging. They desire human connection and meaningful relationships to fill the emptiness and longing they feel in their lives. The ice skating rink scene symbolizes their shared desire for joy, connection, and unity.