Symbolism In Goodfellas

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The film, Goodfellas, released in 1990 and directed by Martin Scorsese is a film based on a true story that takes place in Brooklyn, New York. Goodfellas provides drama, suspense and anxiety. There are a number of extraordinary scene, characterization, points of view, lighting, as well as high, small and/or stable angles of shots to analyze. The Copacabana is a scene narrated by Karen, Henry Hill’s future wife. Copacabana, is a distinguished nightclub, mostly attended by wealthy people. This scene begins with Henry and Karen walking down to Copacabana. Along Karen and Henry walk in from the back door; the lighting turns brighter and brighter. Karen’s point of view describes all the employees as well as their friendly attitude toward Henry;

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