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The Common Reader

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Exploring Shakespeare on Screen and the Wonders of Jurassic Park

This chapter explores the speakers' love for Shakespeare film adaptations, particularly Baz Luhrmann's Romeo and Juliet, before delving into a discussion of Jurassic Park's innovative special effects and its depiction of chaos theory. They provide a playful critique on how these films capture both the beauty and chaos of their narratives.

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