Romeo and Juliet directed by Baz Luhrmann.

Mercutio is one of the most unique characters in Baz Luhrmann's movie "Romeo & Juliet". His language is always powerful and imaginative. He represents many different things in the play and holds an important role. Mercutio is Romeo's friend. He is neither Montague, nor Capulet. Therefore, he has not been born into a feud and really has no side. However, his bond with Romeo does make him associated with the Montagues. In this essay I …

…is banished from Verona and therefore from seeing Juliet. In conclusion, Mercutio's character is obviously very complex and vital to the plot of this play. He represents independence, youth, and freedom, and makes the movie a lot more interesting with his acts and shenanigans that liven up the concepts of the movie. The ultimate reason for such a rich character, is so Shakespeare does not seem like such a dull person and appears more comical.