1. Student's full name: CAO TAN LOC
2. Gender: Male
3. Date of birth: May 14, 1974
4. Place of birth: Ho Chi Minh City.
5. Decision No. 3617/2018/QD-XHNV dated December 4, 2018, of the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, recognizing the student.
6. Changes in the training process: Extension of the study period by 6 months (Decision No. 2102/QD-XHNV dated November 10, 2020).
7. Thesis title: The art of storytelling in “Mamma Mia” - from stage to film.
8. Major: Theory and History of Cinema and Television; Code: 8210232.01
9. Scientific supervisor: Dr. Dao Le Na, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City.
10. Summary of the thesis results:
Through researching the topic: The art of storytelling in "Mamma Mia" - from stage to film, this thesis has achieved the following results:
Firstly, the thesis delves into and analyzes issues related to adaptation theory and its application in the study of adapted works. The thesis also highlights the value and importance of narrative theory, a literary research theory that emerged in the late 20th century. From there, the thesis presents the encompassing concepts of this theory that can be applied to the study of storytelling in "Mamma Mia"—from stage to film—such as space, time, characters, point of view, and language.
Secondly, looking at the distinctive spatial construction in each genre, we see that each director and producer has their own methods and artistic techniques to create a space for characters to live in and fully accomplish their artistic mission. And a crucial element contributing to the success of this play and film is the excellent, distinctive character system, a complete piece of the artistic puzzle, through skillful character development methods such as building actions, conflicts, appearance, personality, etc.
Thirdly, the thesis demonstrates the value of "Mamma Mia" in its scene setting techniques, image processing, and the techniques used to create the perspective, costumes, props, etc. In addition, we also conducted an analysis...
Delving deeply into the methods of expressing cinematic and theatrical language is a crucial aspect that allows for a comparison of the two directors' talents, as well as highlighting the importance of viewing and evaluating adapted works from an adaptation studies perspective.
Ultimately, given their musical nature, music is the most important and valuable element in these films and plays. ABBA's music has become the soul and core value of both works, deeply impacting the viewers' impressions and minds.
11. Practical applications: (if any)
- The research presented in this thesis can serve as a reference for screenwriters, filmmakers, and researchers on the art of storytelling in theatrical and cinematic works, helping them gain a concrete understanding of the success of a film adaptation of a stage work and identify elements that make the work more relatable to the audience.
12. Future research directions: (if any)
13. Published works related to the thesis:
INFORMATION ON MASTER'S THESIS
1. Full name: CAO TẤN LỘC 2. Sex: Male
3. Date of birth: May 14, 1974 4. Place of birth: Ho Chi Minh City
5. Admission decision number: No. 3617/2018/QD-XHNV, signed by President of University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Hanoi National University on December 4th 2018
6. Changes in academic process: Extend the learning period of 6 months (Decision No. 2102/QD-XHNV on November 23rd 2020),
7. Official thesis title:The art of narrative in “Mamma Mia” – from musical to film
8. Major: Theory, History, and Criticism of Film and Television; 9. Code: 8210232.01
10. Supervisors: Dr. Dao Le Na from University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ho Chi Minh City National University
11. Summary of the findings of the thesis:
Through researching the Officialtitle of the thesis – The art of narrative in “Mamma Mia” – from musical to film, the thesis has achieved the following results:
Firstly, the thesis has analyzed issues related to adaptation studies and the application of this theory in the study of adaptation works. The thesis also points out the value and importance of narratology theory, a literary theory that was born in the late twentieth century. On presenting the concepts of this theory, the thesis can be applied in studying narratology of “Mamma Mia”, such as background, setting, points of view, use of language and so on.
The second outcome of the thesis is that, from the way of building space art in each genre, we realized that each director, each producer has their own artistic methods and techniques to create a space for the characters and fulfill their artistic tasks. An important factor for the success of this musical and film is the character system and construction methods of personality through action, conflict, appearance,...
Thirdly, the thesis shows the value of “Mamma Mia” in scene building techniques, image processing, setting building techniques through points of view, costumes, props, ... In addition, we also conducted an in-depth analysis of the modes of expressing cinematic language and drama language, which is an essentialk content and also the key factor in comparing the well ability of the two directors, as realizing the importance of residual and evaluating modified works from the perspective of adaptation study.
Last but not least, with the nature of musical play and film, music is the most important and valuable element in this film and play. ABBA's music has become the soul and core value of the two works, bringing the impressive works into the viewers' mind.
12. Practical applicability: (if any)
The thesis's research can be used as a reference not only for filmmakers but also for the success of a cinematographic work adapted (modified) from literary works to reach viewers and readers.
13. Further research directions, (if any):
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