{"id":15056,"date":"2024-05-19T00:05:54","date_gmt":"2024-05-19T00:05:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/?page_id=15056"},"modified":"2024-05-20T03:49:25","modified_gmt":"2024-05-20T03:49:25","slug":"fargo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/fargo\/","title":{"rendered":"Fargo (1996)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brief_Intro\"><\/span>Brief Intro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Fargo<\/em> (1996), directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, is a dark <a href=\"\/movies\/comedy\/\">comedy<\/a> crime film that masterfully blends humor, violence, and a keen observation of human nature. Set in the frozen landscapes of Minnesota and North Dakota, the film revolves around a botched kidnapping <a href=\"\/movies\/plot\/\">plot<\/a> that spirals out of control, leading to a series of murders and a quirky investigation led by the highly pregnant police chief, Marge Gunderson. The film is renowned for its distinctive <a href=\"\/movies\/dialogue\/\">dialogue<\/a>, memorable characters, and the Coen brothers&#8217; unique storytelling style.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #d60466;color:#d60466\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #d60466;color:#d60466\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/fargo\/#Brief_Intro\" title=\"Brief Intro\">Brief Intro<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/fargo\/#Literary_Devices_Used_in_Fargo\" title=\"Literary Devices Used in Fargo\">Literary Devices Used in Fargo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/fargo\/#Character_Analysis_Through_Literary_Devices\" title=\"Character Analysis Through Literary Devices\">Character Analysis Through Literary Devices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/fargo\/#Thematic_Analysis\" title=\"Thematic Analysis\">Thematic Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/fargo\/#Cinematic_Techniques_That_Enhance_Literary_Devices\" title=\"Cinematic Techniques That Enhance Literary Devices\">Cinematic Techniques That Enhance Literary Devices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/fargo\/#Key_Scene_Analysis\" title=\"Key Scene Analysis\">Key Scene Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/fargo\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Literary_Devices_Used_in_Fargo\"><\/span>Literary Devices Used in Fargo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Coen brothers employ a variety of literary devices in <em>Fargo<\/em> to enrich the <a href=\"\/movies\/narrative\/\">narrative<\/a> and deepen the audience&#8217;s engagement with the story. Here&#8217;s a look at ten such devices, illustrated with specific scenes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Irony<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Jerry Lundegaard&#8217;s initial calm demeanor contrasted with his escalating desperation.<\/td><td>Dramatic <a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">irony<\/a> where the audience knows the kidnapping plan will fail disastrously.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marge&#8217;s cheerful disposition while investigating gruesome crimes.<\/td><td>Situational <a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">irony<\/a> highlighting the <a href=\"\/movies\/contrast\/\">contrast<\/a> between her demeanor and the seriousness of the crimes.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symbolism<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The endless snow-covered landscapes.<\/td><td>Symbolizes the cold, indifferent nature of the world and the characters&#8217; moral <a href=\"\/movies\/ambiguity\/\">ambiguity<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The wood chipper scene.<\/td><td>Symbolizes the brutal and chaotic nature of the crime.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foreshadowing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Gaear&#8217;s silent, menacing presence.<\/td><td>Foreshadows his eventual violent outbursts.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jerry&#8217;s nervous behavior in the dealership.<\/td><td>Hints at his deeper involvement in the crime.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dark Comedy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Carl&#8217;s rant about paying for parking.<\/td><td>Highlights the absurdity and triviality amidst serious criminal acts.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marge&#8217;s casual conversation about breakfast with her husband.<\/td><td>Provides a humorous <a href=\"\/movies\/contrast\/\">contrast<\/a> to her police work.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dialect and Vernacular<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Marge&#8217;s &#8220;Yah, you betcha&#8221; and other local phrases.<\/td><td>Establishes the regional <a href=\"\/movies\/setting\/\">setting<\/a> and character authenticity.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Local residents&#8217; unique speech patterns.<\/td><td>Enhances the film&#8217;s cultural <a href=\"\/movies\/atmosphere\/\">atmosphere<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Juxtaposition<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The peaceful, snow-covered landscape vs. the violent crimes.<\/td><td>Highlights the stark <a href=\"\/movies\/contrast\/\">contrast<\/a> between appearance and reality.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marge&#8217;s domestic life vs. her professional life.<\/td><td>Emphasizes the duality of her character.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Black Humor<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The absurdity of the ransom <a href=\"\/movies\/plot\/\">plot<\/a>.<\/td><td>Shows the comedic side of criminal incompetence.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Carl&#8217;s exasperation with the kidnapping mess.<\/td><td>Highlights the ridiculousness of the situation.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Motif<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The recurring use of the phrase &#8220;Yah, sure.&#8221;<\/td><td>Reinforces the regional flavor and character attitudes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Frequent shots of the desolate winter landscape.<\/td><td>Enhances the film&#8217;s <a href=\"\/movies\/mood\/\">mood<\/a> and themes.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Allusion<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The title &#8220;Fargo&#8221; itself.<\/td><td>Alludes to the broader regional identity and <a href=\"\/movies\/setting\/\">setting<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>References to true crime stories.<\/td><td>Adds a layer of realism and authenticity to the <a href=\"\/movies\/narrative\/\">narrative<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tragicomedy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Movie Scene<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Device Example<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>The bungled kidnapping leading to unexpected violence.<\/td><td>Blends tragic and comedic elements to underscore the film&#8217;s <a href=\"\/movies\/tone\/\">tone<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marge&#8217;s final conversation with Gaear.<\/td><td>Combines <a href=\"\/movies\/pathos\/\">pathos<\/a> and absurdity, reflecting the film&#8217;s overall style.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Character_Analysis_Through_Literary_Devices\"><\/span>Character Analysis Through Literary Devices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Character Studies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Device<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Explanation<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">Symbolism<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Jerry Lundegaard&#8217;s cheap suit symbolizes his moral corruption and desperation.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">Irony<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Marge Gunderson&#8217;s cheerful and naive appearance contrasts with her sharp investigative skills, creating a rich, multi-dimensional character.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/juxtaposition\/\">Juxtaposition<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Gaear Grimsrud&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/literature\/silence\/\">silence<\/a> against Carl Showalter&#8217;s incessant talking highlights their differing approaches to crime and personality traits.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Character Dynamics<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The relationships between characters are crucial to the <a href=\"\/movies\/narrative\/\">narrative<\/a> and themes of <em>Fargo<\/em>. Let&#8217;s explore these dynamics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Device<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Explanation<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/foreshadowing\/\">Foreshadowing<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>The strained relationship between Jerry and his father-in-law foreshadows the disastrous consequences of Jerry&#8217;s actions.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">Symbolism<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Marge and Norm&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/literature\/loving\/\">loving<\/a> relationship symbolizes the normalcy and stability that contrasts sharply with the chaos of the crime <a href=\"\/movies\/plot\/\">plot<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thematic_Analysis\"><\/span>Thematic Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In <em>Fargo<\/em>, several major themes are highlighted through the use of literary devices. Here&#8217;s a detailed look at these themes and how they are underscored by specific devices:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Greed and Desperation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Device<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Explanation<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">Irony<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Jerry&#8217;s desperate acts to gain financial stability lead to his complete ruin.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">Symbolism<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>The ransom money buried in the snow represents the futility and impermanence of material <a href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/greed\/\">greed<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Banality of Evil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Device<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Explanation<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/juxtaposition\/\">Juxtaposition<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Ordinary characters involved in extraordinary crimes show how evil can manifest in everyday life.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Black Humor<\/strong><\/td><td>The trivial conversations amidst serious criminal activity emphasize the ordinariness of evil actions.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Moral Ambiguity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Device<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Explanation<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/dialect\/\">Dialect<\/a> and <a href=\"\/movies\/vernacular\/\">Vernacular<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Characters&#8217; casual use of local <a href=\"\/movies\/vernacular\/\">vernacular<\/a> while discussing serious crimes reflects their moral <a href=\"\/movies\/ambiguity\/\">ambiguity<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/motif\/\">Motif<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>The recurring bleak, snowy landscape underscores the pervasive sense of moral uncertainty.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cinematic_Techniques_That_Enhance_Literary_Devices\"><\/span>Cinematic Techniques That Enhance Literary Devices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The visual and sound design of <em>Fargo<\/em> significantly complements its literary devices. Here&#8217;s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Literary Device<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Technique<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Explanation<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">Irony<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Cinematography<\/td><td>The wide, empty shots of the landscape juxtapose the film&#8217;s intense, personal conflicts.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">Symbolism<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Sound Design<\/td><td>The eerie <a href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/literature\/silence\/\">silence<\/a> of the snowy scenes heightens the symbolic emptiness and isolation.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Literary Device<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Technique<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Explanation<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/foreshadowing\/\">Foreshadowing<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Lighting<\/td><td>Dimly lit scenes foreshadow the dark events to come.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"\/movies\/juxtaposition\/\">Juxtaposition<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>Costume Design<\/td><td>The <a href=\"\/movies\/contrast\/\">contrast<\/a> between Marge&#8217;s everyday clothing and the severity of her job highlights the device.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Scene_Analysis\"><\/span>Key Scene Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s dive into key scenes that significantly utilize literary and cinematic techniques. Links to YouTube clips will enhance the experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scene 1: The Opening Scene<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Watch Scene<\/a> <strong>Breakdown<\/strong>: This scene sets the <a href=\"\/movies\/tone\/\">tone<\/a> for the film with its stark, snowy landscape and minimalist music. The sense of isolation and bleakness is immediately established, <a href=\"\/movies\/foreshadowing\/\">foreshadowing<\/a> the film&#8217;s exploration of moral <a href=\"\/movies\/ambiguity\/\">ambiguity<\/a> and the banal nature of evil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scene 2: Marge&#8217;s Investigation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Watch Scene<\/a> <strong>Breakdown<\/strong>: Marge&#8217;s cheerful demeanor while investigating the crime scene contrasts with the gruesome reality, highlighting the film&#8217;s use of <a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">irony<\/a> and dark humor. The <a href=\"\/movies\/dialogue\/\">dialogue<\/a> and Marge&#8217;s interactions reveal her sharpness and depth as a character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To wrap <a href=\"https:\/\/litdevices.com\/movies\/up\/\">up<\/a>, here\u2019s an interactive multiple-choice quiz to test your understanding of the literary devices used in <em>Fargo<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quiz:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>What literary device is prominently used when Marge&#8217;s cheerful demeanor contrasts with her serious job?\n<ul>\n<li>A) <a href=\"\/movies\/irony\/\">Irony<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) <a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">Symbolism<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) <a href=\"\/movies\/foreshadowing\/\">Foreshadowing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which device is employed through the endless snowy landscapes in the film?\n<ul>\n<li>A) <a href=\"\/movies\/motif\/\">Motif<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) <a href=\"\/movies\/allusion\/\">Allusion<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) Black Humor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How does the film use dark <a href=\"\/movies\/comedy\/\">comedy<\/a>?\n<ul>\n<li>A) Through humorous dialogues in serious situations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) By showing violent scenes in a comedic light<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) Both A and B<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What does Jerry Lundegaard&#8217;s cheap suit symbolize?\n<ul>\n<li>A) His financial status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) His moral corruption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) His regional identity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which cinematic technique enhances the <a href=\"\/movies\/symbolism\/\">symbolism<\/a> of the film&#8217;s <a href=\"\/movies\/setting\/\">setting<\/a>?\n<ul>\n<li>A) Lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>B) Sound Design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C) Costume Design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answers: 1-A, 2-A, 3-C, 4-B, 5-B<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brief Intro Fargo (1996), directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, is a dark comedy crime film that masterfully blends humor, violence, and a keen observation of human nature. 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