For this week’s discussion, I chose the Lady Gaga's speech in Rome at Europride without hesitation after a quick look of the full list. The major reason for that is the film “A Star is Born (2018)”. It is a deeply emotional and poignant film that captures the raw and turbulent nature of the music industry. Bradley Cooper's directorial debut is impressive, as he expertly balances the film's dramatic and musical elements. The performances by Lady Gaga and Cooper are outstanding, and their chemistry on screen is palpable. The film's soundtrack is also a standout, featuring powerful and moving original songs that add to the film's emotional impact. While the film deals with heavy themes such as addiction and fame, it ultimately delivers a message of hope and resilience. "A Star is Born" is a must-see film that showcases the transformative power of love and music. Therefore, I'm curious to know what Lady Gaga will be saying in her speech.
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About “A Star is Born (2018)”
"A Star is Born" is a 2018 musical romantic drama film directed by Bradley Cooper and starring Cooper and Lady Gaga in the lead roles. It is the fourth remake of the original 1937 film of the same name. The story revolves around the tumultuous relationship between a struggling alcoholic musician named Jackson Maine (by Cooper) and a talented yet insecure singer named Ally (by Lady Gaga), whom he discovers and falls in love with. The film explores themes of addiction, fame, love, and the high cost of success. It received critical acclaim and was praised for its performances, direction, and soundtrack, which features original songs written by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. The film was nominated for several awards, including eight Academy Awards, and won one for Best Original Song for the track "Shallow".
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About The Speech
In her speech at Europride in Rome, Lady Gaga talks about her passion for equality and social justice, and how her mission is to be part of the mobilization of the LGBT community. She expresses her anger at the lack of progress in some governments towards full equality, and emphasizes the importance of defending love and human rights. Gaga also thanks the organizers of Europride, the FRA, and the mayor of Rome for coordinating the event, and speaks about the bravery and courage of LGBT individuals worldwide. She also discusses the issue of homophobia and anti-gay violence and bullying, and how she feels a moral obligation to exercise her revolutionary potential and make the world a better place(Dgraveline, 2020). Throughout her speech, Gaga emphasizes the importance of having a voice in the discourse on social justice and the defense of love.
I think that overall the Lady Gaga's speech at Europride in Rome stood out for me because of her passionate call for equality and social justice. She talked about how she did not know about her passion for these issues when she first embarked on her artistic journey but found it as she became closer to her fans through music, dance, art, and fashion. Gaga's anger at the lack of transparency in her country, which has made it difficult for her to be privy to conversations related to social justice, was also notable. She emphasized that Europride was not just a party or peaceful demonstration, but a spirit of a basic human right to defend love. Gaga acknowledged the bravery and courage of her fans who have been subjected to anti-gay violence, and their stories must be told to the world to change it. Finally, her declaration to exercise her revolutionary potential as a woman or man to make the world a better place was an inspiring message. Her emphasis on the importance of mental health and seeking help when needed. She also talked about her personal experiences with trauma and how she has worked to overcome it, which may be relatable to many people. Additionally, she encouraged people to embrace their differences and to use their voices to promote kindness and inclusivity.
I wouldn’t say that I will completely know anyone by just reading her(or his) public speech. However, in the speech, Lady Gaga speaks about her passion for equality and social justice, particularly in the context of the LGBT community(Dgraveline, 2020). She emphasizes the importance of defending love and basic human rights, including full equality and an end to intolerance and discrimination(Dgraveline, 2020). She also acknowledges the ongoing struggle against homophobia and anti-gay violence, as well as the need to tell the stories of marginalized groups, such as homeless LGBT youth. Gaga also expresses frustration with the political process and the difficulty of obtaining accurate information about social justice issues. Overall, the speech reveals Lady Gaga's strong commitment to activism and using her platform to advocate for marginalized communities. Therefore, I believe she is somewhat motivated by her personal experience in the past, especially the journey of her hard way to success.
Reference
Dgraveline, D. (2020, July 26). Famous speech Friday: Lady Gaga's speech at Rome Europride. Denise Graveline. Retrieved April 27, 2023, from https://denisegraveline.org/2011/12/famous-speech-friday-lady-gagas-speech.html#:~:text=The%20stories%20of%20all%20my,that%20will%20change%20the%20world.
Vaiani, M. (n.d.). Full transcript of Lady Gaga's speech in Rome at europride. Retrieved April 27, 2023, from http://diversotoscana.blogspot.com/2011/06/full-transcript-of-lady-gagas-speech-in.html
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