HIS FPX 1150 Assessment 5

History in Cinema: Authenticity vs. Creative Interpretation

Two different environments are presented in the film: the salvage ship and the RMS Titanic. The story begins with video recording salvage ship operations, where treasure hunters under the direction of Brock Lovett seek to reveal a necklace known as The Heart of the Ocean (Tran, Hwang, & Jung, 2017). Their search takes them to the remains of the Titanic in the Atlantic Ocean, where they find a nude image of a woman wearing the necklace, the date showing 14th April 1912—the exact day the Titanic sank after hitting an iceberg.

Movie Synopsis

The old Rose Dawson and her granddaughter accompany Brock Lovett’s salvage crew to venture into the RMS Titanic. The RMS Titanic has vast indoor and outdoor areas, with the top deck hosting lavish areas such as a hotel, a church, VIP suites, and others. The movie highlights the class differences aboard the Titanic, pitting the wealthy upper class against the humble lower class through their living arrangements and environment.

Analysis of the Film

The movie successfully grabs the attention of the audience, using mise-en-scène to depict the romance and tragedy of the Titanic (Tiara & Humanika, 2021). The careful choice of settings, makeup, costumes, lighting, and character actions is a testament to the filmmakers’ commitment. The movie illustrates the stark contrast between social classes, using lighting masterfully to represent characters’ moods and emotions.

The movie explores the emotional effect of the sinking of the Titanic, with scenes of love and sacrifice. The class distinction is well depicted, with the lower class listening to local music, while the upper class listens to refined entertainment such as violin and piano recitals.

Movie’s Impact on Public Perception

The release of the film in 1942 coincides with the real Titanic disaster in 1912, and the movie inspires scrutiny of the historical event. The movie creates awareness of the Titanic’s defective construction and the need for better shipbuilding materials and safety regulations afterward (Montano & Carr, 2021).

HIS FPX 1150 Assessment 5 History in the Movie, Fact or Fiction

The public becomes educated about the design flaws of the Titanic, with a focus on the incorporation of inferior materials. The film brings about arguments about enhancing vessel designs, materials, and safety precautions, leading to the eventual transformation of shipping companies’ practices.

Proposed Enhancements to the Titanic Film

In order to increase the accuracy of the film, double hull steel construction needs to be integrated into the production of the Titanic (Kurzbaum et al., 2019). Better steel plates and rivets, together with completely sealed bulkheads, would lessen the threat of accident and shipwrecking. The film should also touch on national and international ship maintenance facilities.

Conclusion

The movie Titanic not only makes entertainment but also inspires debates about historical occurrences and social issues. Its influence on the public consciousness encourages thoughts about preventing disasters and the need for rigorous safety measures in maritime history.