Obsession In Romeo And Juliet

Robert Wise’s ‘West Side Story’ is an adaptation of William Shakesapere’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ that was made for contemporary audiences. Both works dealt with showing how youthful romantic obsession leads to impulsive actions which then causes death.

Young people are condemned to impulsivity that comes from youthful romantic obsession which leads to death. This can be seen in Shakespeare’s play Romeo and Juliet. Youthful obsession in ‘Romeo and Juliet’ is exemplified through the characters’ intense infatuation towards each other which can be seen when Juliet utilises a simile to declare her “bounty is as boundless as the sea, / My love as deep'' to underscore her affection towards Romeo. Romeo and Juleit’s clear obsession with each other leads them to be damned with impulsiveness. Their impulsive behaviour is mostly heavily noted when Romeo and Juliet

Through the use of rhyming couplets in “come, come with me, and we will make short work/ For, by your leaves , you shall not stay alone/ Till Holy Church incorporate two in one”, the young couples’ impulsiveness shines. The rhythmic flow and harmony of the rhyme contribute to the sense of urgency and excitement, reflecting their youthful romantic obsession. This stresses their impulsive nature as they eagerly rush into marriage, driven by their fervent desire to be united and their inability to resist the passions of their hearts. The impulsive actions of Romeo and Juliet, fueled by their intense infatuation, inevitably lead to their untimely demise. Romeo's impetuous decision to consume poison is exemplified through soliloquy, as he exclaims, "Here's to my love! O true apothecary, / Thy drugs are quick. Thus with a kiss, I die". This showcases Romeo's impulsiveness and conveys the deep desperation of his actions. Juliet’s impulsive actions also ultimately result in her untimely demise which can be seen through the personification of "O happy dagger, / This is thy sheath. There rust,