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Who says What is a sin in God\'s eyes/The Scarlet Letter

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Year of 1666: 3 months of sea traveling harbored on Masachusetts Harbor.

Psalms 92: 

Rev. Stonehall "Rules. Orders = survival. You can't live alone, in your own house, far from the town." 

"Everybody must find his own niche—find and build his own house." the character Major Dunsmuir is portrayed by actor Malcolm Storry "I'm tired of being in a town of a sea of Yay-saying folks. "

"Faith. Prudence!" "Hester Prynne" (Demi Moore)

"Arthur Dimmesdale"—the" town's handsome minister (Gary Oldman; <<Dracula>>)

Wife: "Hester Prynne" (Demi Moore)
 
Husband: "Roger Prynne" -by  Robert Duvall; 
 
"Mituba" (black girl): survant
"Harriet Hibbons" (be called witch"): who was the mid-wife helping the delivery of Pearl. 
 
"Pearl": witch's birth mark on belly
 
Fiction, argument, and denials are all Satan's work!
 
shout in Algonquin
 
John Bellingham (U.K. governor; by Edward Hardwicke) will do anything to conceal this madness from England.
 
 
 

@1:15:16 "I baptize this Child, Pearl. In the name of Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost spirit. May the Lord bless thee, care for thee, and watch over thee; In Jesus name, Amen." 

@2:07:22 Demi Moore: "A, this letter got purpose. Why should we stay here to be tamed by them?"

"There is no perfect world. Hester."

"No. We came here to make a new world. For our child, Pearl sake, I must just that." 

"Hester, look at me."

"If I look at you, I won't be able to leave."

"Then, leave. Brave the wilds. God, leave without me." 

In the faraway Carolina, my parents found a measure of the happiness that has been denied them for so long. My father died before my teens. My mother never re-married, nor loved others. Who is to say, What is a sin in God's eyes?"

I like the fact she was independent and speaks her mind.
 
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dig it up "Psalms 92: Rev. Stonehall "Rules. Orders = survival. You can't live alone, in your own house, far from the town." "
ChatGPT said:
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In the 1995 film adaptation of The Scarlet Letter, the character Reverend Stonehall emphasizes the importance of communal living and adherence to societal rules for survival in the New World. His statement, "Rules. Orders = survival. You can't live alone, in your own house, far from the town," reflects the Puritan belief that strict conformity and close-knit community life are essential for maintaining order and ensuring the well-being of all members.

This perspective is rooted in the challenges faced by early settlers, where isolation could lead to vulnerability and danger. By invoking Psalm 92, which speaks of the flourishing of the righteous within the house of the Lord, Reverend Stonehall underscores the idea that spiritual and physical prosperity are achieved through unity and obedience to divine and communal laws.

Hester Prynne's desire to live independently challenges these norms, highlighting her resistance to societal constraints and her pursuit of personal freedom. Her actions and the subsequent reactions from figures like Reverend Stonehall illustrate the tension between individual autonomy and communal expectations in Puritan society.

For a visual representation of these themes, you might find the following scene from the film insightful:

 
 
You said:
By invoking Psalm 92, which speaks of the flourishing of the righteous within the house of the Lord, . list Psalm 92, not what you said
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT

Here is Psalm 92 from the Bible (King James Version):


Psalm 92

  1. It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises unto thy name, O Most High:
  2. To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night,
  3. Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound.
  4. For thou, Lord, hast made me glad through thy work: I will triumph in the works of thy hands.
  5. O Lord, how great are thy works! and thy thoughts are very deep.
  6. A brutish man knoweth not; neither doth a fool understand this.
  7. When the wicked spring as the grass, and when all the workers of iniquity do flourish; it is that they shall be destroyed for ever:
  8. But thou, Lord, art most high for evermore.
  9. For, lo, thine enemies, O Lord, for, lo, thine enemies shall perish; all the workers of iniquity shall be scattered.
  10. But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.
  11. Mine eye also shall see my desire on mine enemies, and mine ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that rise up against me.
  12. The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.
  13. Those that be planted in the house of the Lord shall flourish in the courts of our God.
  14. They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be fat and flourishing;
  15. To shew that the Lord is upright: he is my rock, and there is no unrighteousness in him.

Would you like a comparison to how this psalm might relate to the themes or dialogue of The Scarlet Letter?

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here's a thematic breakdown and extrapolated list for viewers:


Themes and Topics

  1. Forbidden Love and Adultery

    • Central focus on the illicit romance between Hester Prynne and the minister, Arthur Dimmesdale.
    • The consequences of passion in a judgmental, puritanical society.
  2. Sin, Guilt, and Redemption

    • Hester's journey wearing the scarlet letter "A" as a symbol of sin and shame.
    • Dimmesdale's internal torment and attempts at redemption.
  3. Female Empowerment and Defiance

    • Hester's resilience in the face of societal condemnation.
    • Her determination to create a better world for herself and her daughter, Pearl.
  4. Religious Hypocrisy and Control

    • The church's influence over personal lives.
    • The portrayal of religious authorities as flawed and often oppressive.
  5. Social Judgment and Isolation

    • The town's scorn towards Hester and Pearl.
    • The role of public branding as a tool of societal control.
  6. Cultural and Racial Dynamics

    • The inclusion of Mituba (a black servant) and her interactions in a racially and socially stratified society.
    • Harriet Hibbons' persecution as a midwife accused of witchcraft, reflecting gender and class biases.

Key Characters and Dynamics

  • Hester Prynne (Demi Moore): A symbol of strength, defiance, and maternal devotion.
  • Arthur Dimmesdale (Gary Oldman): The conflicted minister torn between his love for Hester and his religious obligations.
  • Roger Prynne (Robert Duvall): Hester's vengeful husband, embodying betrayal and obsession.
  • Pearl: Hester and Arthur's daughter, seen as both a blessing and a symbol of sin.
  • Harriet Hibbons: A midwife and alleged witch, highlighting the era's fear and persecution of independent women.

Notable Scenes and Quotes

  • The Baptism Scene (@1:15:16):

    • "I baptize this Child, Pearl, in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost spirit."
    • Symbolizes hope, despite the surrounding condemnation.
  • Hester's Declaration (@2:07:22):

    • "This letter got purpose. Why should we stay here to be tamed by them?"
    • Highlights Hester's resolve to find freedom and meaning despite adversity.
  • Arthur's Farewell:

    • "Brave the wilds. God, leave without me."
    • Showcases the tragic, sacrificial love between Hester and Arthur.

Viewer Takeaways

  1. Emotional Depth: The story explores deep emotional struggles, societal judgment, and the human capacity for love and forgiveness.
  2. Social Commentary: Offers a critique of puritanical values and the oppressive structures of the time.
  3. Cinematic Appeal: With a stellar cast and intense performances, this adaptation brings new life to a timeless classic.

Would you like additional details or a thematic poster idea based on this breakdown?

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"I'm tired of being in a town of a sea of Yay-saying folks. " "Faith. Prudence!" "Hester Prynne" (Demi Moore). why so?
ChatGPT said:
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The line "I'm tired of being in a town of a sea of Yay-saying folks", spoken by Hester Prynne (Demi Moore) in The Scarlet Letter, reflects her frustration with the conformist and judgmental nature of the Puritan society she inhabits. The Puritans are portrayed as rigidly adhering to their faith, often using it as a tool for control and ostracism. Their collective "yay-saying" attitude symbolizes their blind acceptance of societal norms and oppressive moral codes, leaving no room for individuality, dissent, or compassion.

When she follows up with "Faith. Prudence!", she could be addressing individuals by name (common Puritan names) or sarcastically invoking virtues ironically absent in her community. Hester’s tone likely reflects her exasperation with the lack of true faith and prudence among the townsfolk, as their actions often contradict these ideals.

Would you like further analysis of this scene or its thematic implications?

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The Scarlet Letter

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Sexy Demi Moore heats up this powerfully sensual story of illicit love! Hester Prynne (Moore) engages in a risky and scandalous affair with her town's handsome minister (Gary Oldman) during a time when adultery is punishable by death.

But when their secret passion results in a child, Hester is confronted with the town's overwhelming scorn... and is condemned to forever wear the scarlet letter "A" as a public brand of shame!

A highly provocative retelling of the classic tale of forbidden love, The Scarlet Letter combines a sizzling story with exciting stars and delivers must-see entertainment!

 

Follow along using the transcript.

Release date: 1995

Running time: 2:15:58

Audio

English

Subtitle

English [CC]

Actors

 
 
"It is 1667 in the Massachusetts Bay Colony, and an uneasy truce exists between local Puritans and their neighbors, the Algonquian."
 
Bruce Willis' young daughters, Tallulah and Scout, play the infant child Pearl and the toddler Pearl. You're welcome.

Director

Writing Credits (WGA)  

Nathaniel Hawthorne ... (novel)
 
Douglas Day Stewart ... (screenplay)
 

Producers

 
John Barry, is the composer of the music for this show. He also did Dances with Wolves.

Genres: Drama

Provider

Rating: R 

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Nathaniel Hawthorne
 

Biography

Nathaniel Hawthorne

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貴格會的做法向蘇共和中共的遊街示眾,當然中國古代也是這樣的,一點不像教會的寬容,隻有羞辱和恐懼。

@riders77777
21 hours ago
The Quakers' practice is similar to the Soviet and Chinese Communist Party's parading through the streets. Of course, it was also the same in ancient China. It is nothing like the church's tolerance, only humiliation and fear.

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Thank you for clarifying! The character you're referring to is Major Winthrop, the military leader responsible for harming the local Native Americans in the 1995 adaptation of The Scarlet Letter. He is the one who attacks Hester Prynne and is burned in the eye by her with a candle during their confrontation.

This character represents the brutality and arrogance of colonial military authority, emphasizing the oppressive power dynamics of the era.

In the 1995 film adaptation of The Scarlet Letter, the character Major Dunsmuir is portrayed by actor Malcolm Storry.

 

Major Dunsmuir is depicted as a military figure whose actions contribute to the tension and conflict within the narrative.

For a comprehensive list of the cast and their respective roles, you can refer to the film's IMDb page.

 

For a visual glimpse into the film, you might find the official trailer insightful:

 

 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114345/fullcredits/?mode=desktop&ref_=m_ft_dsk&utm_source=chatgpt.com 

Directed by 

Roland Joffé  

Writing Credits (WGA)  

Nathaniel Hawthorne ... (novel)
 
Douglas Day Stewart ... (screenplay)

Cast (in credits order) verified as complete  

 
Demi Moore Demi Moore ... Hester Prynne
Gary Oldman Gary Oldman ... Rev. Arthur Dimmesdale
Robert Duvall Robert Duvall ... Roger Chillingworth
Lisa Andoh Lisa Andoh ... Mituba (as Lisa Joliffe-Andoh)
Edward Hardwicke Edward Hardwicke ... Gov. John Bellingham
Robert Prosky Robert Prosky ... Horace Stonehall
Roy Dotrice Roy Dotrice ... Rev. Thomas Cheever
Joan Plowright Joan Plowright ... Harriet Hibbons
Malcolm Storry Malcolm Storry ... Maj. Dunsmuir
James Bearden James Bearden ... Goodman Mortimer (as Jim Bearden)
Larissa Laskin Larissa Laskin ... Goody Mortimer
Amy Wright Amy Wright ... Goody Gotwick
George Aguilar George Aguilar ... Johnny Sassamon
Tim Woodward Tim Woodward ... Brewster Stonehall
Joan Gregson Joan Gregson ... Elizabeth Cheever
Dana Ivey Dana Ivey ... Meredith Stonehall
Diane Salinger Diane Salinger ... Margaret Bellingham
Jocelyn Cunningham Jocelyn Cunningham ... Mary Rollings
Sheldon Peters Wolfchild Sheldon Peters Wolfchild ... Moskeegee
Eric Schweig Eric Schweig ... Metacomet
Kristin Fairlie Kristin Fairlie ... Faith Stonehall
Sarah Campbell Sarah Campbell ... Prudence Stonehall
Judd Jones Judd Jones ... Mr. Bobbin
Anthony Paton Anthony Paton ... Town Beadle
Marguerite McNeil Marguerite McNeil ... Widow Wormser
Kennetch Charlette Kennetch Charlette ... Tarrantine Chief
Deborah Tennant Deborah Tennant ... Quaker Lady
Kateri Walker Kateri Walker ... Female Sachem
Shaun Clarke Shaun Clarke ... Militia Guardsman (as Shaun R. Clarke)
Jay Carmichael Jay Carmichael ... Militia Guardsman
Jason Parkhill Jason Parkhill ... First Guardsman
Jeremy Keddy Jeremy Keddy ... Drummer Boy
Nicholas Rice Nicholas Rice ... The Clerk
Len Doncheff Len Doncheff ... Trader
Ashley Nolan Ashley Nolan ... Goody Hunter
Steve Cosmic Steve Cosmic ... Speaking Native (as Stephen Aderneck)
Evelyn Francis Evelyn Francis ... Algonquin Native
Gary Joseph Gary Joseph ... Native Rider
Stephen Micalchunk Stephen Micalchunk ... Passenger #1
Jeremy Akerman Jeremy Akerman ... Middle Aged Passenger
Scout Willis Scout Willis ... Young Pearl (as Scout LaRue Willis)
Tallulah Willis Tallulah Willis ... Infant Pearl (as Tallulah Belle Willis)
Jodhi May Jodhi May ... Pearl (voice)
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Thomas Clair Thomas Clair ... Algonquian Warrior (uncredited)
David Kehoe David Kehoe ... Extra (uncredited)
Line Pelletier Line Pelletier ... Peasant (uncredited)
Kim Tannahill Kim Tannahill ... Woman (uncredited)

Produced by 

Mohamed Al-Fayed ... executive producer (uncredited)
Robert F. Colesberry ... co-producer (as Robert Colesberry)
Jonathan Cornick ... associate producer
Dodi Fayed ... executive producer
Roland Joffé ... producer
Tova Laiter ... executive producer
Andrew G. Vajna ... producer

Music by 

John Barry  

Cinematography by 

Alex Thomson  

Editing by 

Thom Noble  

Casting By 

Elisabeth Leustig  

Production Design by 

Roy Walker  

Art Direction by 

Tony Woollard  

Set Decoration by 

Rosalind Shingleton  

Costume Design by 

Gabriella Pescucci  

Makeup Department 

Serge Morache ... assistant hair stylist
Linda Steeves ... makeup artist
Elizabeth Kuchurean ... makeup artist (uncredited)
Jennifer Bower O'Halloran ... hair stylist (uncredited)
Francesca Paris ... hair stylist (uncredited)
Cynthia Patton ... hair stylist (uncredited)
Fabrizio Sforza ... makeup department head (uncredited)
Hanna Yee ... assistant hair stylist (uncredited)

Production Management 

John M. Eckert ... unit production manager
John Wilbur ... unit manager
Michael R. Sloan ... post-production supervisor (uncredited)

Second Unit Director or Assistant Director 

Simon Board ... third assistant director
Stephen Bélanger ... third assistant director (as Stephen H. Belanger)
Craig Cameron ... third assistant director
John Gallagher ... second assistant director (as John E. Gallagher)
Buddy Joe Hooker ... second unit director
Dennis Maguire ... first assistant director
Lars P. Winther ... second assistant director (as Lars Winther)
Jonathan Wright ... third assistant director
James Aubrey Smith ... assistant director (uncredited)

Art Department 

Daniel R. Bradette ... assistant property master
Rob Eshelby ... property builder
John Mackenzie ... construction supervisor
Rocco Matteo ... set designer
Joseph Musso ... storyboard artist (as Joe Musso)
Michael Nemirsky ... art director: Campbell River
John Porter ... construction supervisor
Gordon Routledge ... construction supervisor
Graham Sumner ... property master
Alan Taylor ... construction coordinator
Gordon White ... set designer
Aaron Wolfater ... assistant property master
Gary Allen Ferguson ... property builder (uncredited)
Mark Laing ... set designer (uncredited)
Dan Owens ... set dresser (uncredited)

Sound Department 

James Ashwill ... foley mixer
Christopher Assells ... sound effects editor
Bob Beher ... foley editor
Mark Berger ... supervising re-recording mixer
John T. Cucci ... foley artist
Dino Dimuro ... sound effects editor
Rickley W. Dumm ... assistant sound editor
Dan Hegeman ... foley editor
Philip A. Hess ... foley editor
Thomas Hidderley ... production sound mixer
Holly Huckins ... adr supervisor
Craig S. Jaeger ... foley editor
Dave McMoyler ... supervising sound editor
Dan O'Connell ... foley artist
Bruce Richardson ... foley supervisor
Ed Simon ... foley recordist
Reynald Trudel ... boom operator
Don Ellis ... 2nd boom operator (uncredited)
Philip Rogers ... sound recordist (uncredited)
Jon Title ... sound effects editor (uncredited)
Steven Yeaw ... machine room loader (uncredited)

Special Effects by 

Gary Kleinsteuber ... special effects technician
Kaz Kobielski ... special effects
Pierre L'Heureux ... special effects technician
Arthur Langevin ... special effects assistant
Tim Lidstone ... special effects key
Martin Malivoire ... special effects
Terry Sonderhoff ... special effects technician
Dan Cervin ... special effects technician (uncredited)
Bob Hall ... special effects unit key (uncredited)
Warren Keillor ... special effects propmaker (uncredited)
Dean Stewart ... special effects technician (uncredited)

Stunts 

Michael Lee Baron ... stunt double: Mr. Oldman
Guy Bews ... stunts
Eric Bryson ... stunts
Donna Big Canoe ... stunts
Jeff Dashnaw ... stunt coordinator
John Dodds ... stunts
Tamara Duguay ... stunts
Flint Eagle ... stunt performer
Jim Finkbeiner ... stunts
Ben Gauthier ... stunts
François Gauthier ... stunts (as Frank Gauthier)
Corry Glass ... stunts
Jason Glass ... stunts
Tom Glass ... stunts
Alex Green ... stunts
Joy Hooper ... stunt double: Ms. Jolliff
David Jacox ... stunts
Cinda-Lin James ... stunt double: Demi Moore
Jamie Jones ... stunts
Brennan Lazare ... stunts
Billy Linders ... stunts
Mike Mitchell ... stunts
Lester Norton ... stunts
Sue Parker ... stunts (as Suzy Parker)
Fred Perron ... stunts
Alison Reid ... stunts
Paul Rutledge ... stunts
Greg Schlosser ... stunts
John Scott ... stunts
Warren A. Stevens ... stunt double: Mr. Duvall (as Warren Stevens)
John Stoneham Jr. ... stunts
Brent Woolsey ... stunt coordinator
Duane Howard ... stunt performer (uncredited)
Warren A. Stevens ... stunt coordinator (uncredited)

Camera and Electrical Department 

Keith Adams ... grip
Nico Bally ... dolly grip: "b" camera unit
Scott Brooke ... dolly grip: second unit / key grip: second unit
Eddie Collins ... camera operator (as Edward Collins)
Robert Daprato ... key grip
Bryan Forde ... gaffer
Sasha Hadden ... camera intern
Jeremy Lyall ... second assistant camera: "b" camera
Robert Rice ... best boy grip
Takashi Seida ... still photographer
Paul Spaven ... best boy
Stefan Stankowski ... camera operator
Paul Taylor ... Remote Head Technician
Steve Wong ... first assistant camera: second unit
Richard Allen ... gaffer: second unit (uncredited)
Don Ellis ... cable puller (uncredited)
Greg Haddow ... electrician (uncredited)
Maynard Harris ... grip (uncredited)
Gary Hutchings ... dolly grip: "a" camera (uncredited)
Michael Kohne ... key rigging grip (uncredited)
Guy R. LeBlanc ... rigging gaffer (uncredited)
Ray Meehan ... chief lighting technician (uncredited)
Paul Mitcheltree ... focus puller: "c" camera (uncredited)
Eamonn O'Keeffe ... focus puller (uncredited)
Ted Overton ... second assistant camera: "b" camera (uncredited)
Ross Sangster ... electrician (uncredited)
Brad Whitlock ... focus puller: "b" camera (uncredited)

Casting Department 

Brendan Donnison ... voice casting
Priscilla John ... casting: UK

Costume and Wardrobe Department 

Henri Aubertin ... set costumer
Giancarlo Colis ... assistant costume designer
Mario Davignon ... costume supervisor
Aieisha Li ... set costumer
Roberta Palmer ... wardrobe assistant (uncredited)
Carlo Poggioli ... assistant costume designer (uncredited)
Alberto Spiazzi ... assistant costume designer (uncredited)

Editorial Department 

Luis Colina ... first assistant editor
William Grayburn ... assistant editor
Kristen Helsing ... second assitant editor
Mo Henry ... negative cutter
Margaret Liu ... apprentice editor
Chris Peppe ... assistant editor
Dawn M. Stoliar ... second assistant editor
Ben Bulatao ... editor intern (uncredited)
David Orr ... color timer (uncredited)

Location Management 

Keith Large ... location manager
Howard Rothschild ... unit location manager

Music Department 

Bob Badami ... supervising music editor
John Barry ... conductor
English Chamber Orchestra ... score performed by (as The English Chamber Orchestra)
Cliff Kohlweck ... music editor
John Kurlander ... score mixer
Nic Raine ... orchestrator
Happy Walters ... music supervisor
Spring Aspers ... music coordinator (uncredited)
Elmer Bernstein ... composer: unused score (uncredited)
Mark Berrow ... musician: violin (uncredited)
Peter Buffett ... composer: additional music (uncredited)
Roger Linley ... musician: double bass (uncredited)
Steve Mair ... musician: double bass (uncredited)
Patrick Russ ... orchestrator (uncredited)
Jonathan Snowden ... musician: flute (uncredited)

Script and Continuity Department 

Pat Rambaut ... script supervisor

Transportation Department 

Brian Best ... driver
Fred Ionson ... transportation coordinator
Rob Eshelby ... driver (uncredited)
Dave Marwick ... driver: honeywagon (uncredited)

Additional Crew 

Brian Backman ... office production assistant
Wenden K. Baldwin ... title designer
Lori Greenberg ... production coordinator
Richard Hughes ... wrangler
Jeff Johnson ... marine coordinator (as Captain Jeff Johnson)
Gary Myles ... wrangler
Alda Neves ... production coordinator
Jerry Phillips ... wrangler
Lee Phillips ... head wrangler
David Roy ... wrangler
Dawn Sharpe ... 1st assistant accountant / post accountant
Kim Smith ... boat wrangler
Brad Wilson ... assistant: Robert Duvall
Deborah Wuliger ... publicist
Brit Babcock ... development (uncredited)
Lori Ann Bellefontaine ... cast wrangler (uncredited)
Terry Collis ... production executive (uncredited)
Natalie Fokes ... assistant accountant (uncredited)
Alan Jacques ... projectionist (uncredited)
Lauren Lloyd ... studio executive (uncredited)
Tim Monich ... dialect coach (uncredited)
Phil Silver ... post-production accountant (uncredited)
Emily Stankovich ... executive assistant to director (uncredited)
James P. Warren ... animal trainer (uncredited)
Crew verified as complete
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