Word: aura
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...Peter Scolari, Hanks' co-star on his first prominent gig, the engaging '80s sitcom Bosom Buddies: "It's not like there's a movie-star thing with Tom. There's not big aura. O.K., there is an aura, but he doesn't shine it in your eyes...
...designed by Riccardo Hernandez, involves oppressive metallic walls which are corrugated effectively to reflect and swallow light, creating both ethereal and demonic auras. The variations in lighting and musical interludes flow harmoniously from scene to scene, from fits of passion to furious rage. In addition, Catherine Zuber's intricately patterned kimonos and rustic leather vests emphasize the romantic undertones of the play; the shapes and aesthetics of the costumes are carefully integrated into the profile of each character and with the shimmering metallic backdrop give the stage a bizarre, beautiful aura...
Power not only corrupts, but it fascinates--absolutely. Consider the cult of the biography, the aura of the Kennedy Camelot myth and the endless tabloid intrigues of the British royals. From Shakespeare to Lewinsky, Napoleon to The Godfather, few things are as enthralling as the machinations of power: trying to seize it, trying to keep it, losing yourself in it. In its best moments, Shekhar Kapur's new biopic Elizabeth fascinates with the gleam and glamour of the very, very powerful. Though its Elizabethan Godfather pulp style strains the limits of historical revisionism, the spectacle of young Elizabeth's entrance...
Charlie Croker's quest for money and power belies his desire to be a "a man in full." Images of men and masculinity pervade the novel. Physical strength and presence are a big part of Charlie's aura--he is proud of his huge frame just as Conrad (the Californian worker) is obsessed with his massive hands and arms. Croker is determined to avoid outward signs of weakness, and his pride drives him to ridiculous displays of machismo...
Pondering what draws him to Sandy, Danny admits that he loves how she is "outgoing. She gives off a happy aura--she's just pleasant. Also, when she smiles it's like her whole body is smiling." Danny also explains that, most importantly, he thinks Sandy is a 'manhole,' a girl who is able to get along really well with guys because she has the personality of a guy." This is what he finds truly attractive. Suddenly realizing the sappiness of what he is saying, Danny says, "I'm gonna be kicked out of my room...