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Discuss this statement in terms of the character of Rick, using examples from the film to illustrate your answer.
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PART B: "Casablanca was released during the darkest days of World War II, and Bogart's ultimate gesture- giving up the woman he loves and always will for the greater good- struck a responsive chord among Americans, who were also being called upon to make personal sacrifices for the war effort". Giannetti, Flashback 2001. Discuss this statement in terms of the character of Rick, using examples from the film to illustrate your answer. Casablanca's success goes beyond the film industry area; it also makes a moderate contribution to politics. Giannetti stated in his book "Flashback", "Casablanca was released during the darkest days of World War II, and Bogart's ultimate gesture- giving up the woman he loves and always will for the greater good- struck a responsive chord among Americans, who were also being called upon to make personal sacrifices for the war effort." So who is the character played by Bogart and...
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