Throughout the past century, there have been an insurmountable number of products produced in the media industry. Naturally, other works such as films, television shows, and video games sample certain products to enhance their work; the most common form of this is music. Music has been around for centuries; therefore, individuals are, undoubtedly, inserting older songs to their work. An example of a music supervisor using an earlier song in a film is from, Perks of Being a Wallflower.
For those who may not know, Perks of Being a Wallflower is a 2012 film by Stephen Chbosky about a socially awkward freshman in high school who befriends a quirky group of seniors. With these friends, Charlie, the young boy, discovers music, love, and friendship (The Perks, 2015). Throughout the movie, there are several older songs played that emphasize those specific scenes; however, there is one moment, with an incredible song in the background, that is quite memorable to the …show more content…
David Bowie, the musician, has been an icon in these groups for decades; therefore, the song was an ideal choice for this scene. In the same way Bowie was attempting to portray in his songs, the whole purpose behind this film is to demonstrate to others that while some people may be unlike them, they are equally as important. Charlie struggled throughout his life to find purpose and a place where he belongs, but he eventually did. Additionally, Charlie developed feelings for one of his new friends, Sam; near the end of the film the two become a couple. During this memorable scene, Charlie stares in admiration at Sam while she is standing in the bed of the truck with her hands outstretched. In the song, Bowie describes a young, struggling couple in love, which is relatable to Sam and Charlie (DeMain,
For those who may not know, Perks of Being a Wallflower is a 2012 film by Stephen Chbosky about a socially awkward freshman in high school who befriends a quirky group of seniors. With these friends, Charlie, the young boy, discovers music, love, and friendship (The Perks, 2015). Throughout the movie, there are several older songs played that emphasize those specific scenes; however, there is one moment, with an incredible song in the background, that is quite memorable to the …show more content…
David Bowie, the musician, has been an icon in these groups for decades; therefore, the song was an ideal choice for this scene. In the same way Bowie was attempting to portray in his songs, the whole purpose behind this film is to demonstrate to others that while some people may be unlike them, they are equally as important. Charlie struggled throughout his life to find purpose and a place where he belongs, but he eventually did. Additionally, Charlie developed feelings for one of his new friends, Sam; near the end of the film the two become a couple. During this memorable scene, Charlie stares in admiration at Sam while she is standing in the bed of the truck with her hands outstretched. In the song, Bowie describes a young, struggling couple in love, which is relatable to Sam and Charlie (DeMain,