The film "the Age Of Innocence" is set in New York in the 1870's. The plot revolves primarily around a man's relationship with his wife and with another woman with whom he has fallen in love. Through this basic plot the viewer is given an insight into the nature of this culture and society and the values that were seen to be important. Focus is placed on the significance of wealth, conformity and tradition and …showed first 75 words of 1506 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1506 total…it can be seen that the society in which Martin Scorsese's "The Age of Innocence" is set is one that places great weight on many rigid values. Values such as the importance of Wealth and conformity, a very formalized Etiquette of behavior, strictly defined Roles of Men and Women and a strong sense of honouring Family and Traditions. These values are well illustrated in the film through character delineation, design, sound, setting and film techniques.