Showing posts with label perspectives. Show all posts
Showing posts with label perspectives. Show all posts
Monday, 12 March 2018
Friday, 16 February 2018
Perspectives - Cone of Cogency
In order to prepare for Perspectives we must know what we are writing about and be able to narrow the reader's knowledge into a specific point. This will help increase the overall effectiveness of our writing and communication of our concept. This can be helped by completing this exercise.
Thursday, 26 October 2017
Post Modernism - "Funny Games"
Five reasons why "Funny Games" is an example of Post Modernism
'Funny Games' is a film that falls into the thriller/horror category, directed by Michael Haneke, the film has been remade shot for shot for American audiences under the same name. The American remake has been both criticised and applauded by critics. This can be explained by Haneke's goals as he aimed to create a film that sends a message about violence in media, particularly that shown in horror/slasher films.
1.(Breaks the 4th wall) One of the first moments that immediately stick out as odd in the film is when Paul, one of the film's antagonist turns to the screen as if he can see the audience, acknowledging their existence. An issue raised by this is that it immediately breaks the suspension of disbelief making the film difficult to perceive.
2.(Breaks rules of physics) Another moment that breaks suspension of disbelief is when Paul uses a remote control to reverse time. This does not fit the genre of the film and once again breaks the story. It also seems strange that this feature has been put in the film as the rules set in the world appear to copy those of reality.
3.(Irony) Paul comments "You shouldn't have done that Ann, you're not allowed to break the rules," which is ironic as Paul just before breached the rules of physics in order to win. This is reversed onto the protagonists who are unable to break the rules to their own benefit e.g. kill the antagonist. This can be taken as a statement on the true odds that are stacked up against the protagonists in slasher films. Not only this but peter, the other antagonist makes a number of comments on the traditional ways to draw suspense from cinema.
4.(Appropriation) As mentioned before the film was remade shot for shot for American audiences. The reason being was to appropriate the film for a specific culture. The original film, being Austrian, did not adequately portray its message through English subtitles.
5.(Frustrates audiences) Unlike a majority of films, 'Funny Games' does not aim to please the audience and instead refuses to give into tropes of its genre straying away from the conventional story lines. The protagonist does not succeed and the antagonist does not repent. Scenes of tension are drawn out testing the audience's patience.
Definitions
Normativity: A phenomenon in which certain actions or behaviors become the accepted norm and is considered the correct or morally correct one.
Binary opposition: A concept that consists of two complete opposites. Within this concept the two opposites that can be applied such as male and female are strictly the only choices.
Deconstruction: A way of thinking in terms of philosophy that focuses on the most basic language in which meanings are derived from. Deconstruction involves taking such concepts and making questions out of even the most simple of matters.
Différance: Coined by Jacques Derrida, this term is used with the concept of deconstruction. While not directly translatable to English it refers to the significance of the various number of meanings within a single one.
Reinscribe: To rewrite a meaning or text with the purpose of having a stronger form or context.
Cognitive dissonance: Where something can hold two or more meanings that are contradictory of each other.
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'Funny Games' is a film that falls into the thriller/horror category, directed by Michael Haneke, the film has been remade shot for shot for American audiences under the same name. The American remake has been both criticised and applauded by critics. This can be explained by Haneke's goals as he aimed to create a film that sends a message about violence in media, particularly that shown in horror/slasher films.
1.(Breaks the 4th wall) One of the first moments that immediately stick out as odd in the film is when Paul, one of the film's antagonist turns to the screen as if he can see the audience, acknowledging their existence. An issue raised by this is that it immediately breaks the suspension of disbelief making the film difficult to perceive.
2.(Breaks rules of physics) Another moment that breaks suspension of disbelief is when Paul uses a remote control to reverse time. This does not fit the genre of the film and once again breaks the story. It also seems strange that this feature has been put in the film as the rules set in the world appear to copy those of reality.
3.(Irony) Paul comments "You shouldn't have done that Ann, you're not allowed to break the rules," which is ironic as Paul just before breached the rules of physics in order to win. This is reversed onto the protagonists who are unable to break the rules to their own benefit e.g. kill the antagonist. This can be taken as a statement on the true odds that are stacked up against the protagonists in slasher films. Not only this but peter, the other antagonist makes a number of comments on the traditional ways to draw suspense from cinema.
4.(Appropriation) As mentioned before the film was remade shot for shot for American audiences. The reason being was to appropriate the film for a specific culture. The original film, being Austrian, did not adequately portray its message through English subtitles.
5.(Frustrates audiences) Unlike a majority of films, 'Funny Games' does not aim to please the audience and instead refuses to give into tropes of its genre straying away from the conventional story lines. The protagonist does not succeed and the antagonist does not repent. Scenes of tension are drawn out testing the audience's patience.
Definitions
Normativity: A phenomenon in which certain actions or behaviors become the accepted norm and is considered the correct or morally correct one.
Binary opposition: A concept that consists of two complete opposites. Within this concept the two opposites that can be applied such as male and female are strictly the only choices.
Deconstruction: A way of thinking in terms of philosophy that focuses on the most basic language in which meanings are derived from. Deconstruction involves taking such concepts and making questions out of even the most simple of matters.
Différance: Coined by Jacques Derrida, this term is used with the concept of deconstruction. While not directly translatable to English it refers to the significance of the various number of meanings within a single one.
Reinscribe: To rewrite a meaning or text with the purpose of having a stronger form or context.
Cognitive dissonance: Where something can hold two or more meanings that are contradictory of each other.
Thursday, 19 October 2017
Post Modernism - "Moulin Rouge"
Five reasons why "Moulin Rouge" is an example of Post Modernism
1.(A play, in a play, in a film) "moulin Rouge" can be seen having multiple layers as the film openings with the curtains of a theatre. From this the film continues with the protagonist, Christian isolated in his room, typing up a story which becomes the main narrative for the film. Within this main narrative a play is being prepared creating a number of layers surrounding the concept of putting on a show.
2.(Intertextuality) Baz Luhremann's work makes use of songs from various times that do not belong to that period. Referencing them gives a more vibrant sense that viewers can understand and be familiar with.
3.(Appropriation) Alongside using a number of songs within the film such as "Diamond Dogs" by David Bowie and "Rhythm of the Night" by Diane Warren, "Moulion Rouge" appropriates such songs to fit the situation and mood. Such an example is when "Smells like Teen Spirit" is used alongside the large, frantic and colourful dance scene. This contrasts the song where it is normally recognised for having a rather dark and low mood.
4.(Non-linear time line) Not following a conventional chronological time line the film opts for one that starts at the end giving a brief explanation and expectation for the film. From this the film slowly unravels itself explaining all the elements to the audience.
5.(Surreal elements) There are small moments within the film that have an odd sense of reality applied to them. Examples of this being when the Christian and Satine are dancing amongst the clouds or when large and out of scale handgun bounces off the Eiffel tower. This seems rather odd as the rules set in this universe appear to be similar to our own world. However these small moments cause doubt whether or not the story being told is truthful or a figment of imagination.
Definitions
The Canon: A text or meaning that is generally considered to be the correct or superior one by critics and accepted as the main one.
DWEM: Standing for dead white European Male, DWEM are consider as the ones dominate in literature as the basis for such literate has been created by them.
Phallocentricism: A belief that surrounding the male point of view and the importance and dominance of males.
Eurocentrism: Interpreting the world using European standards, values and experiences forcing them onto other cultures.
Postcolonialism: A way of thought that has been influenced through the old way of ruling through colonial control.
Multiculturalism: Support and cooperation shared between a number of multiple ethnic groups in a society.
Feminism: The support of equal rights between females and males.
1.(A play, in a play, in a film) "moulin Rouge" can be seen having multiple layers as the film openings with the curtains of a theatre. From this the film continues with the protagonist, Christian isolated in his room, typing up a story which becomes the main narrative for the film. Within this main narrative a play is being prepared creating a number of layers surrounding the concept of putting on a show.
2.(Intertextuality) Baz Luhremann's work makes use of songs from various times that do not belong to that period. Referencing them gives a more vibrant sense that viewers can understand and be familiar with.
3.(Appropriation) Alongside using a number of songs within the film such as "Diamond Dogs" by David Bowie and "Rhythm of the Night" by Diane Warren, "Moulion Rouge" appropriates such songs to fit the situation and mood. Such an example is when "Smells like Teen Spirit" is used alongside the large, frantic and colourful dance scene. This contrasts the song where it is normally recognised for having a rather dark and low mood.
4.(Non-linear time line) Not following a conventional chronological time line the film opts for one that starts at the end giving a brief explanation and expectation for the film. From this the film slowly unravels itself explaining all the elements to the audience.
5.(Surreal elements) There are small moments within the film that have an odd sense of reality applied to them. Examples of this being when the Christian and Satine are dancing amongst the clouds or when large and out of scale handgun bounces off the Eiffel tower. This seems rather odd as the rules set in this universe appear to be similar to our own world. However these small moments cause doubt whether or not the story being told is truthful or a figment of imagination.
Definitions
The Canon: A text or meaning that is generally considered to be the correct or superior one by critics and accepted as the main one.
DWEM: Standing for dead white European Male, DWEM are consider as the ones dominate in literature as the basis for such literate has been created by them.
Phallocentricism: A belief that surrounding the male point of view and the importance and dominance of males.
Eurocentrism: Interpreting the world using European standards, values and experiences forcing them onto other cultures.
Postcolonialism: A way of thought that has been influenced through the old way of ruling through colonial control.
Multiculturalism: Support and cooperation shared between a number of multiple ethnic groups in a society.
Feminism: The support of equal rights between females and males.
Wednesday, 18 October 2017
Post Modernism - "Scream"
Five reasons why "Scream" is an example of Post Modernism
Directed by Wes Craven "scream" is a 1996 slasher that has been recognised as the film that revived the slasher genre, during an era where the cinema was bloated with generic slasher films.
1.(Intertextuality) "Scream" is famously known for using other big slasher names during its run time. For example the film opens with a high school student being asked over the phone "Whats's your favourite scary movie?", during this conversation "Friday the 13th", is mentioned.
2.(Irony) Another defining factor of "Scream" is that it makes use of irony making fun of the classic tropes seen within slashers before it.
3.(Pastiche) The film borrows multiple scenes from various other horror films, being essentially a parody of the horror films before it.
4.(Appropriation) "Scream" borrows from a series of paintings by Edvard Munch, appropriating them for the horror genre. It can be seen where the influence has come from as the once horrified painting becomes a gruesome face of the murderer, ghost face, paying homage.
5.(behaviour of characters) In the film it can be said that the characters both killer and victim reject the typical attitude and behaviour towards their slasher scenario. Instead the killer is seen to be rather incompetent at times and those running away always put up a decent fight.
Avant-garde: The avant-garde is the description used for those who aim to progress work respective to art, culture and society. This is done through using new, radical and different techniques.
Nostalgia: A pleasant feeling that is provoked by memories of the past. This could be a result of 'rose tinted glasses' as those affected selectively remember the good parts of memories.
Appropriation: Making something appropriate for the selected subject or culture.
Pastiche: An imitation of an artists work that is seen as an imitation or homage paying respects to the work they are referencing.
Parody: A parody is a work that aims to imitate and fun of an original piece of work.
Irony: The use of a statement that is contradictory in its meaning or any previous meanings and actions committed.
Ideology: An idea or concept that is used as a basis for how society should work. This can encompass economics, political theories, policies etc.
Genre: A style of literature that helps to group various concepts.
Sherrie Levine
Born on the 17th April 1947, Sherrie Levine was an American photographer who has been known for taking work done by male artists and appropriating them with a new meaning. Levine completed her work using photography to capture already existing work an example being a photo of a wife during the depression. As the photo was then appropriated by a woman the work was then created with the viewpoint of a feminist rather than a man looking at the effects on a farmer's wife.
3.(Pastiche) The film borrows multiple scenes from various other horror films, being essentially a parody of the horror films before it.
4.(Appropriation) "Scream" borrows from a series of paintings by Edvard Munch, appropriating them for the horror genre. It can be seen where the influence has come from as the once horrified painting becomes a gruesome face of the murderer, ghost face, paying homage.
5.(behaviour of characters) In the film it can be said that the characters both killer and victim reject the typical attitude and behaviour towards their slasher scenario. Instead the killer is seen to be rather incompetent at times and those running away always put up a decent fight.
Avant-garde: The avant-garde is the description used for those who aim to progress work respective to art, culture and society. This is done through using new, radical and different techniques.
Appropriation: Making something appropriate for the selected subject or culture.
Pastiche: An imitation of an artists work that is seen as an imitation or homage paying respects to the work they are referencing.
Parody: A parody is a work that aims to imitate and fun of an original piece of work.
Irony: The use of a statement that is contradictory in its meaning or any previous meanings and actions committed.
Ideology: An idea or concept that is used as a basis for how society should work. This can encompass economics, political theories, policies etc.
Genre: A style of literature that helps to group various concepts.
Sherrie Levine
Born on the 17th April 1947, Sherrie Levine was an American photographer who has been known for taking work done by male artists and appropriating them with a new meaning. Levine completed her work using photography to capture already existing work an example being a photo of a wife during the depression. As the photo was then appropriated by a woman the work was then created with the viewpoint of a feminist rather than a man looking at the effects on a farmer's wife.
Tuesday, 17 October 2017
Post Modernism - "Mulholland Drive"
Five reasons why"Mulholland Drive" is an example of Post Modernism
1.(Non-linear narrative) The first portion of "Mulholland Drive" is told through the warped mind of Diane, a depressed and failed actress. As a direct result of this the narrative received by the audience takes place in an alternative to reality.
2.(Reflection on Hollywood) The film's story follows an actress who has just arrived in Los Angeles, hoping to climb up the ranks and one day reach greatness. This, perhaps now typical Hollywood story, has been reflected to the reality of Hollywood with dreams being crushed by the film industry. Those hoping to one day be famous being stuck at the bottom rather than reflecting main stream films of those who gain fame.
3.(Unreliable narrator) The story is seen through the eyes of Diane meaning that the story is not told with clarity or objective truth but instead feelings of anger and depression. This leads to a interpretation that is used by Diane to escape from her reality.
4.(Fragmented) The story itself does not have a single conceit story line. This means that the film does not follow a normal narrative but instead takes three different story lines and breaks them down. As a result the story is difficult to follow.
5.(Realism) There are many scenes within the film that have very loose connections to the story as a whole, seeming incredibly abstract. One example of this is the performance put on by the Club Silencio where everything was regarded as an illusion. Another is the hallucination of an elderly couple that haunts Diane.
Metanarrative: A grand narrative, theory or reasoning that can offer an explanation for a number of events and experiences. Examples of these include science, art and religion.
Essentialism: The pure essence or reasoning for an object is referred to as essentialism and regards the importance or pure nature of such object.
Utopian: An environment (mostly cities) that can provide the best for all its residents. Essential a perfect place where all are happy and benefit greatly as one unit.
Axiomatic: Without question meaning that the proposed theory or concept does not require evidence as it proves itself. There is no reason to question such a concept.
Dystopian: The opposite of Utopian, describing an area that is unsuitable for living, where all suffer and cannot rise to that of a good living standard. There is no escape from such a terrible life as all are equal.
Scepticism: Doubtful of the information that has been provided. Creating questions and trying to poke holes in the concept or knowledge.
Relativism: A doctrine (a writing telling how to complete or follow and action under certain circumstances) that states there are no absolute truths.
Pluralism: A principle that accepts the existence of one or more theories of explanation, more often done to suit specific situations and people.
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