Bride and Prejudice

Bride and Prejudice and Post Modern Writing
Before watching Bride and Prejudice I had never seen a "Bollywood" movie, and I really did not know what to expect. Overall, I thought that the movie was entertaining, but not really my style. However since this particular "Bollywood" movie is somewhat of a hybrid of "Bollywood" cinema, like we discussed in class, I think that this kind of movie could be well-received in the United States. There are many aspects of the movie Bride and Prejudice and other "Bollywood" movies like it that are similar to modern day movies in American culture. For example, the musical aspect of "Bollywood" can be seen in many American movies as well as in live theater. Also, the love-triangle aspect of "Bollywood" is popular in American movies and also very popular in American television, such as soap operas, which are hugely popular. In addition, the idea of marriage is very important in Indian culture and reveals a more traditional aspect of "Bollywood" that contrasts with the modern day influences. Therefore, the concept of "Bollywood" cinema is exactly what we discussed in class, a hybrid. It is a mixture of modern day culture, which includes a western influence, as well as incorporating important aspects of Indian tradition.