Baz Luhrmann's Use Of Materialism In The Great Gatsby

"The Great Gatsby,'' directed by Baz Luhrmann, was adapted from the F. Scott Fitzgerald novel set in the 1920s. The story is depicted through the lens of Nick Carraway, a bond salesman who moves to New York and quickly becomes involved with a world of wealth and grandiosity. He becomes fascinated by his extravagant neighbor, Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire whose past is revealed throughout the movie. Gatsby is in love with Daisy Buchanan, a now married woman who he was involved with in his youth. As Nick becomes immersed in their world of excess, he witnesses the darker aspects of wealth and excess. The reconnection of Gatsby and Daisy reveals the truth about their romance and the destructive effects of the pursuit of wealth, status, and the American Dream. Throughout the film, tensions rise, secrets are revealed, and

It explores the many aspects of love, illusions, and the tragic consequences of unfulfilled dreams. Luhrmann portrays the era beautifully by using lavish parties, extravagant displays, and a soundtrack that blends period jazz with modern music. Materialism and its allure is initially depicted through extravagant lifestyles and parties. The filmmaker used elaborate sets, costumes, and unique visuals to highlight the power and seductive nature of material wealth. However, the movie also reveals the moral decay and hollowness that come with this type of success. The filmmaker did an excellent job of portraying the American Dream in both its glory and its shameful aspects. The pursuit of material wealth and the American Dream contributed to the cultural development that occurred in America in the 1920’s. The portrayal of the wealth and extravagance of Jay Gatsby in the film also contributes to the theme of illusion. Jay Gatsby paints himself as the perfect picture of wealth and success, which has real