The aim of this session was to discuss the two scenes of 'low comedy' that follow the Pope Slapping moment in Scene Seven. Scenes Eight/Nine involve Robin and Ralph and they are crude comedic scenes full of physical comedy and sexualised imagery. Students were encouraged to consider to what extent the comedic narrative reflects the issues being explored within the more serious dramatic narrative. Class discussion was excellent. Students need to be aware that many critics view the comedic sections of Marlowe's play as a narrative weakness. What do you think?
HOMEWORK: Complete the Anthology coursework. I expect the first draft to be handed to me on Monday. Read Scenes TEN/ELEVEN of the play.
Faustus film trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I90YtG4pqhY
This resource is appalling yet strangely good! Just watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZeFGKA2MqQ
Audio version of the whole play:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05_MuudRt6k
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