Religion And Entrepreneurship In 'There Will Be Blood' By Paul Anderson

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Paul Anderson makes superb use of his famous ‘two shot’ throughout the film ‘There Will Be Blood’. Viewers can see manipulation of religion and entrepreneurship through Eli Sunday and Daniel Plainview. Readers can decipher the distinct qualities between Eli and Daniel, but can also examine the comparable attributes both possess. The ‘doorframe’ two shot was arguably the most compelling and captivating shot in the film. This shot makes the setting seem as if though it is a painting, which appoints all focus upon Eli and Daniel. Anderson wanted to portray the two main commanding ways of life existing in our world as being two equal forces, both fighting for power. These powerful forces are represented through Eli and Daniel. However, another