Firstly, it is interesting how the BBC has included a shot that breaks the 180 rule when the two homosexual men are elegantly dancing with each other. This could denote that the homosexual men are 'breaking the rules' as the era appears to be in the 50's which was seen as non-existent to see.
The use of a mid angle, close-up is to show the two men's emotions whilst stargazing in each others eyes, from when they come together and when Jack has to leave. The emotions signify how they seem completely confident in each others arms and show to show the clear bond. Which in fact subverts away from stereotypes as homosexual's are viewed to be more reluctant about their sexuality.
There is a very important shot which is a wide shot with a mid angle when they are holding each other. This could of been used to show the isolation of them away from the other characters in the ballroom, which could represent the face of society towards same sex partnerships.
The pace of the clip is significant to the representation of sexuality when the homosexual men are dancing with each other. It is interesting how the pace slows down dramatically and could even suggest the use of slow motion is used to further emphasize the romance. I feel this connotes that homosexuals can have romance too.
The two homosexual men in fact actually get more screen time than any other characters in the clip. Even though there are heterosexual couples there which are seen as the 'norm' it actually subverts away from this stereotypical engagement. The BBC could of done this to promote that being in a homosexual relationship is completely normal as it hits a huge target audience which the institution have.
The use of slow-mo which creates the clear chemistry between Jack and his partner is used to show that just because their homosexuals that they can have love too. The use of slow-mo is stereotypically used in a heterosexual love scene which is again reiterating how a homosexual partnership shouldn't be differing from the 'norm'.
The opening scene is between two males characters in which the dialogue shows their difference of personality. One of the men expresses his emotions by using explicit language to the other man, "part-time shag". Although this language is offensive, the institution (BBC) may have used this to show the feelings of members of society that are still against homosexual partnerships. It actually creates empathy towards homosexuals and brings awareness to the audience.
The non diegetic on screen music is used when the two homosexual men slowly dance with each other and the audience can sense the clear connection of the two. The music is calm and romantic which is stereotypically expected from a love scene which is done by the BBC to show their is no difference in sexuality.
Another use of dialogue that could be seen as the 'voice' of some in society is when the two homosexual men begin to dance with each other. A man who is in a smart 'Army' costume confusingly states- "what is he doing?", which in the era it is based (50's/60's), was seen as almost a 'crime' to commit.
The mise en scene throughout actually subverts away from all stereotypes of homosexual behaviour and costume. The homosexual man that confidently walks over to Jack is wearing a smart Army uniform which would not stereotypically be associated with homosexual men. As an audience we are used to the representation being 'revealing' and 'tight' as a costume, this therefore shows how homosexual men are represented the wrong way and the institution makes us aware of this. This also applies to the 'look' of the actors which both male characters have masculine features.
The use of high-key lighting in the scene where the two men are kissing actually connotes the way they feel about each other. In a way it puts a positive light on the two men as they are the main focus of the scene which is unusual for homosexual men to be due to the 'negative spotlight' or connotations around homosexuals.
The use of slow-mo which creates the clear chemistry between Jack and his partner is used to show that just because their homosexuals that they can have love too. The use of slow-mo is stereotypically used in a heterosexual love scene which is again reiterating how a homosexual partnership shouldn't be differing from the 'norm'.
The opening scene is between two males characters in which the dialogue shows their difference of personality. One of the men expresses his emotions by using explicit language to the other man, "part-time shag". Although this language is offensive, the institution (BBC) may have used this to show the feelings of members of society that are still against homosexual partnerships. It actually creates empathy towards homosexuals and brings awareness to the audience.
The non diegetic on screen music is used when the two homosexual men slowly dance with each other and the audience can sense the clear connection of the two. The music is calm and romantic which is stereotypically expected from a love scene which is done by the BBC to show their is no difference in sexuality.
Another use of dialogue that could be seen as the 'voice' of some in society is when the two homosexual men begin to dance with each other. A man who is in a smart 'Army' costume confusingly states- "what is he doing?", which in the era it is based (50's/60's), was seen as almost a 'crime' to commit.
The mise en scene throughout actually subverts away from all stereotypes of homosexual behaviour and costume. The homosexual man that confidently walks over to Jack is wearing a smart Army uniform which would not stereotypically be associated with homosexual men. As an audience we are used to the representation being 'revealing' and 'tight' as a costume, this therefore shows how homosexual men are represented the wrong way and the institution makes us aware of this. This also applies to the 'look' of the actors which both male characters have masculine features.
The use of high-key lighting in the scene where the two men are kissing actually connotes the way they feel about each other. In a way it puts a positive light on the two men as they are the main focus of the scene which is unusual for homosexual men to be due to the 'negative spotlight' or connotations around homosexuals.
A mature and fluent essay Evan, which shows how much you are progressing. Your use of terminology is a strength for you - keep it up!
ReplyDelete- Think about the atmosphere some of the effects create. Slow-mo is a typically romantic device, as are close ups. The BBC is basically using every stereotypically 'heterosexually romantic' device for homosexual romance.
- Keep pushing your analysis. At times I think you could go further; maybe DEBATE possible interpretations. What else does the army uniform symbolise? (conformity/disguise/restriction, etc).
- You are starting now to think about the institutional ideologies, which shows you are now focussing on the higher levels in the mark scheme. I'd still like to see MORE of this though. What statement is the BBC making about homosexuality? How does it fit the audience?
EAA - 16/20
Egs - 17/20
Terminology - 8/10
41/50
Thanks! I'm very happy with my mark! I need to debate my opinions as a way of exploring the clip in further detail to improve my grade.
ReplyDeleteGood - this will really help push that grade even higher!
ReplyDelete