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Shrek 2: The Socially Inept Life of Shrek and Fiona

Shrek 2: The Socially Inept Life of Shrek and Fiona . A Marxist Analysis. What is Marxist Theory?. Marxist theory focusses on the social aspect of literature, art, movies, etc. Its main purpose is to expose the differences in social statues, observe the economics and uncover social injustice.

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Shrek 2: The Socially Inept Life of Shrek and Fiona

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  1. Shrek2: The Socially Inept Life of Shrek and Fiona A Marxist Analysis

  2. What is Marxist Theory? • Marxist theory focusses on the social aspect of literature, art, movies, etc. • Its main purpose is to expose the differences in social statues, observe the economics and uncover social injustice.

  3. “I Don’t Think I Belong Here”

  4. What Does the Movie Reveal? The King • The King is incapable of accepting Shrek’s Ogre social class. • The King is overly concerned with outward appearances and social re-precautions.

  5. Shrek • Shrek is stuck in his middle class life. He does not understand the need to change. • Disapproves of the Royal way of life. • Does not want to adhere to aristocracy.

  6. Fiona • Fiona would still like to enjoy the finer things in life that she had as a Royal. • While she accepts Shrek’s lower social class, she still wants to be accepted. • Frustrated with Shrek’s discontent for the Aristocracy.

  7. The Social Outcasts Meet the Parents “Nice to Meet You?”

  8. A Telling Image • Fiona and Shrek’s faces reveal the uncertainty of marrying into a different social class. • Shrek’s expression indicates his desire to return quickly to his mud hut in the swamp. • Shrek is aware of each glaring eye from the public.

  9. The King and Queen’s attire is in contrast to the green and somewhat middle class clothing of Fiona and Shrek. • The body language (clenched teeth and hands) reveals Fiona and Shrek’s inadequate manners and proper behaviour; a result of not being in touch with society.

  10. Works Cited • Shrek 2 video clip • Shrek 2 Image

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