Analysis Of The Movie Amadeus

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Mr. Stern Harry Tan
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Released on September 19, 1984 the movie “Amadeus” tells the story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Tom Hulce) a remarkably talented young Viennese composter who was said to be “god’s instrument.” Wolfgang although a prophecy during his time, had many enemies who felt extreme jealousy towards Mozart’s musical abilities. One of said “Enemies,” was the disciplined and determined Antonio Salieri. The rivalry between these two famous composers served as the main plot throughout the movie. During the opening scene of the movie, Slieri was seen saying “Show some mercy! I beg you…” The reason behind him saying this was the same reason that laid the foundation of the movie. Salieri, a well-known composer of his time, was convinced that he was indeed the one that murdered Mozart. This is not true, although Salieri was initially planning on murdering Mozart; he never got a chance to do it. Mozart technically was the reason behind his own death; he developed Alcohol and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome after years of alcohol and strenuous work. It wasn’t until when Mozart was working on Salieri’s piece, did he finally pass away, thus Mozart’s death was not a murder, but a medical issue. The protagonist of the movie is debatable by many. But I am certain that the protagonist is indeed Mozart himself. The reason being is because he was not seeking to hurt anyone, his intentions were pure unlike Salieri who was plotting the death of Mozart. Some might argue that music was the protagonist of the movie; this is not true because Mozart’s musical talent was the main reason why he had enemies. Others might also argue that Mozart’s wife and father were protagonists in

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