Political, Social and Cultural changes.

1960's was a period of radical political change as 32 countries gained independence from their European colonial rulers. Ashton linked this to Giselle when Giselle stood up to the Queen and said no.
Social - Relaxed attitudes to sen and womens involvements in it. In giselle we see women using theirsexuality in a powerful way when Giselle dances with Loys, she gets flirty which is shown in her movement.
Cultural - Youth culture emerged - Mods, rockers, hippies and skin heads. Pop music inspired young people. In Giselle we see young people going against the rules when Giselle stands up infront og the queen and goes againist killing. Also Loys pretends to be someone else.