4. The film shows many different competing and conflicting motivations in the characters. Consider the characters and their motivations. Are all the characters able to achieve their goals? Why or why not? Do the representations of competing motivations, repressing what one wants, and the consequences of actions accurately illustrate the historical context of World War II? Why or why not? 5. Casablanca is often considered to be one of the top films to have ever been produced. What merits does the film have that would give it this status?

6. Imagine you are creating a stage version of this play/film. How would you handle the ending scene at the airport with the characters of Rick, Renault, and Strausser in terms of character movement and direction (timecode 1:39:55)? What directions would you give the actors (think about body language, pantomime, blocking, staging, design elements, characterization, subtext, and physical characterization) for the scene in which Rick stops Strausser from making the phone call?