Casablanca is considered by a large number of movie fans to be one of the most amazing films. Indeed, it is an undeniable classic that has carved out an everlasting place in the minds and hearts of many people all over the world. Its storyline presents the growing threat associated with Nazi Germany, as well as the fierce isolationism that the United States has embraced. Casablanca would be considered a classic thanks to its endlessly charming nature that emanates from its stellar performances, as well as its delivery of a timeless story of love and loss. The story takes place in French Morocco in December 1941, in which war refugees seek an exit from the Third Reich to American refuge. The film's protagonist, Tick Blaine, operates a coffee shop and boasts that he takes no sides, stating, "I don't stand up for anyone." However, his apparent ignorance and nonchalance changes after Nazi resistance leader Victor Laszlo and Rick's old flame Ilsa Lund. Not only does Rick begin to become aware of the war taking place in and around his café, but he is also driven to make a huge sacrifice for the greater good. Like many classic films, Casablanca has two different plots. The first plot revolves around the heterosexual romance between Elsa and Rick, whose love story is complicated with the entry of a third male character with noble qualities that make him a suitable rival for the protagonist. This is highlighted through the use of flashback where the more joyful moments of Rick and Elsa's lives are expressed in a happier scene as the scene where Rick is alone in his cafe fades away. The second plot revolves around wars which attract individuals from varied cultural backgrounds...... middle of paper ... more powerful friends, while he wants to keep the ring for himself in some cases. He ultimately abandons the ring following its destruction at Mount Doom after Gollum battles him for the ring. Even then, Frodo had chosen to keep the ring despite the immense trouble it had caused him. It is ironic that the ring is ultimately destroyed by its own power, despite possessing and connecting so many people. This fascination with power and the desire of large numbers of people to create the most rudimentary weapons that would cause the most harm to all who engage in their quest for power and influence underlines the reality of greed and temptation that torment society today. Indeed, a large number of people are ready to do anything to attain symbols of power and feed their insatiable thirst for influence in society...