The Cider House Rules
The movie, The Cider House Rules, contains many different themes and elements that could have been interpreted several different ways depending on the person and their distinct preference. Some themes that are present within the movie include the dilemma of abortion, the destiny of oneself, and other minor themes. These others which are spoken of, are not necessarily main themes, but none-the-less remain pertinent and relevant to the way a movie-goer views this film. The debate was once dwelled upon in class concerning the appropriateness or the so-called necessity of certain portions of the film. These certain portions to which are being referred are as follows: first, the sex scene in the woods; and second, the nudity of Charlize Theron in a later scene. So what do these particular scenes, displaying nudity and sexual references, add to the film? Is it for mere pleasure's sake that Charlize is revealed to the audience? Or is there a deeper meaning behind......
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