Surprisingly, I finally found a film that I focused on fully without fidgeting or talking through! Black Swan was the film I chose originally for my Case Study in the exam section of media, so it was definitely a film I had intended to see.
It's sheer psychological complexity became only apparent towards the end. Director, Darren Aronofsky, created two ballerina characters - both of individual difference. The delicacy typically associated with ballet, became juxtaposed with the almost, evil darker side to life. Aronofsky has allowed his audience to come to view with the overpowering role of the ballet coach - urging the metamorphosis into evilness to take place.
Whilst watching the film, I was able to notice that the suspense and thrill was portrayed in particular, by the use of an over the shoulder shot. This was frequently used when the character was anxious or rushing somewhere. Editing and effects of this film were also of fantastic quality - one that struck me was a clubbing scene, the flickering lighting superbly portrayed the hectic atmosphere and suggesting the abuse of alcohol and drugs.
In relation to our opening, I think the emotional and uneasiness of Black Swan could have a great influence on our film. Similar to ours, it shows both strength and weakness within the female gender and is able to generate a beautiful empathetic understanding towards the issues shown.
"It's time to let her go. Lose yourself. ..."
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