Romeo + Juliet

The audience experiences a profound sense of **Love** for the central characters and their passionate, yet doomed, romance. This is quickly intertwined with deep **Sadness** and **Melancholy** as the tragic fate of the 'star-crossed lovers' unfolds, culminating in their demise. **Empathy** is high as viewers connect with the young couple's struggle against their feuding families and the insurmountable obstacles they face. Underlying the narrative is a constant sense of **Anxiety** stemming from the escalating violence and the desperate attempts of Romeo and Juliet to be together, knowing their love is forbidden.