The English classic 'Around the world in eighty days' is authored by Jules Verne. Among the other books written by him are 'Journey to the center of the Earth' and 'Twenty thousand leagues under the sea'. However, 'Around the world in eighty days' remains the most celebrated novel that has captured stage and celluloid audiences through the ages. The vivid descriptions and intriguing characters in the story offer a challenge to any director and artist.
The famous character of Mr.Fogg in 'Around the world in eighty days' has been brilliantly brought to life more than once, on stage and wide screen. What makes the character stand apart is his bold and ever-so-confident stance. His acceptance of the wager of 20000 pounds from fellow members of the club is the first show of confidence. Following this, how he manages to convince the unassuming Passaporteau to accompany him, amazes the readers and audiences. It is obvious that he accepts the challenge, not for the sake of winning, but simply for the fun of the challenge and to play the game. He comes across as cunning and turns every adversity to an advantage only to proceed and accomplish the mission he has on hand. He is a true example of an opportunist and optimist and correctly so. He portrays the strength of focused will and determination and the ability of man to change 'impossibility' to a 'possibility'.
The famous character of Mr.Fogg in 'Around the world in eighty days' has been brilliantly brought to life more than once, on stage and wide screen. What makes the character stand apart is his bold and ever-so-confident stance. His acceptance of the wager of 20000 pounds from fellow members of the club is the first show of confidence. Following this, how he manages to convince the unassuming Passaporteau to accompany him, amazes the readers and audiences. It is obvious that he accepts the challenge, not for the sake of winning, but simply for the fun of the challenge and to play the game. He comes across as cunning and turns every adversity to an advantage only to proceed and accomplish the mission he has on hand. He is a true example of an opportunist and optimist and correctly so. He portrays the strength of focused will and determination and the ability of man to change 'impossibility' to a 'possibility'.