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A 5 page paper which examines how the film relied on the visual techniques of mise-en-scene, cinematography, lighting, the use of soundtrack, changes in the point of view, presentation of theme and the alteration of style to distinguish its storytelling from that of the novel. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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storytelling. This can present quite a formidable challenge to the filmmaker who does not want to lose the thematic threads of the story in seemingly endless sequences of flashbacks.
This can also be unnerving for film audiences, who can grow impatient with constant shifts in the action. Fortunately for director Jon Avnet, Fannie Flagg wrote the screenplay
adaptation of her novel, along with the late Carol Sobieski. This not only ensured that the film would remain true to the novel, but also that the filmmakers artistic
vision would not silence the authors voice. The novel begins with a 1929 Dot Weems weekly newsletter description of an Alabama small towns latest cozy eatery, the Whistle
Stop Caf?, which is owned and operated by Ruth Jamison and Imogene "Idgie" Threadgoode. Its description of the dinner menu sets the perfect down-home tone for the unfolding events,
and the shift to the year 1985, the characters of Evelyn and Ed Couch at the Rose Terrace nursing home to visit Eds "Big Momma" immediately informs readers this will
be a novel that will be reverting to flashbacks of the Depression era. Each successive chapter would open similarly, with conversational tidbits that enabled the readers to journey back
in time. The film alters this setting somewhat with a present-day Evelyn Couch sitting with her husband Ed in their car. An emotional distance between the couple is
suggested, which explains Evelyns eagerness to bond or connect with a kindred spirit. When the scene shifts to the nursing home, it is apparent why Evelyn is so receptive
to the company of and conversation with an elderly resident, 86-year-old "Ninny" Threadgoode. This provides the viewers with an instant impression that the films story will be one encompassing
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