Impressions and Intentions In the separate directive films of the play Macbeth by Polanski and Goold, the characters’ ability to hide their true intentions and fool others is caused by their overall capacity to perpetuate certain impressions. In contrast to the aggressive and passionate Lady Macbeth Goold displays, Polanski’s sweet and loving portrayal helps mask her desire for Macbeth to murder Duncan for the thrown. When Lady Macbeth is first displayed in Polanski’s version, she is surrounded by ducks and the sun is shining around her. She looks very lovely and calm with her beautiful blonde hair. Polanski portrays her as a very gentle and sweet woman. When she see’s other characters in the play like King Duncan, she is even more sweet
