In the realm of Hollywood, characters tossing away cigarettes is practically an art form. But let's delve deeper into the symbolism behind this seemingly mundane action.
Picture this: the antagonist strides onto the scene, exuding an aura of menace that sends shivers down your spine. With a physique like a heavyweight champ and eyes that could pierce through steel, he's the epitome of tough-as-nails. And then, in a moment of nonchalance, he flicks away his cigarette...
Meanwhile, in the real world, millions of cigarettes are snuffed out daily, each one poisoning gallons of precious subsoil water. Our planet is facing a crisis of epic proportions, with rising temperatures, plastic-choked oceans, and rampant deforestation pushing us towards the brink of catastrophe.
So, let's ask ourselves: does stubbing out a cigarette really make this tough guy any tougher? It's a cliché we've seen time and time again, regardless of whether the character is a hero or a villain. But what if we dared to break the mold?
Imagine the same scene, but with a twist. Instead of tossing away the cigarette with careless abandon, our antagonist extinguishes it with deliberate precision, tucking it away in his pocket. What message does that send to the viewer? Perhaps that there's more to this character than meets the eye. Maybe he has a code, a sense of respect, or even a shred of humanity amidst the chaos.
And let's face it: tossing cigarettes is not just bad for the environment, it's a tired cliché that adds nothing to the narrative. It's time for Hollywood to step up and challenge the status quo, to push boundaries and defy expectations. After all, actions speak louder than words, and it's high time we started setting a better example for the world.
So, Hollywood, take note: it's time to ditch the tired tropes and embrace a new era of storytelling. Let's make every action count, both on screen and off, and strive to leave a legacy that we can be proud of.
/Fredrik Sträng
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Thanks for sharing, Maurice Vaughan! It's a great opportunity with so many markets and festivals coming up!
You're welcome, Ashley Renee Smith. You're right. Alexia always has excellent advice and insight.