Directed by Tom Hooper
Notable Stars: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter.
Released 7th January 2011
Genre: Biography, Drama and History. We can tell through the title of the film involving the noun 'king' - the use of the monarchy is self explanatory, suggesting that the film is a heritage film.
IMDB rating - 8/10 'what a wonderful performance.'
Rotten Tomatoes - 95% 'Colin Firth gives a masterful performance in The King's Speech, a predictable but stylishly produced and rousing period drama.'
Broadcast
The trailer begins with non-diegetic sound of classical
music, which gives the audience the impression that this
film will be quite dramatic and simply a heritage film. Throughout
the trailer, the use of the non-diegetic classical music is parallel
to the subject matter at hand - the monarchy. The idea of prestigiousness
and supremacy is interlinked with classical music as
it is seen to be of a higher class. This links closely to Bourdieu's
theory as he suggested that having cultural competences to
read difficult texts gives the individual cultural capital and
is one of the ways in which social class is emphasised. Mainstreamers do
not value classical music as it is targeted at quite a niche, prestige
market, similar to the arthouse genre. This therefore would emphasise the
individuals social class as they would be considered of a higher status to
others as they would value the music, therefore the use of this particular soundtrack being
played in the trailer suggests the monarchy and the higher
status of the King and the individuals present.
Furthermore, the dialogue helps to express the
narrative of the film. The use of Todorov's disequilibrium is
present within the trailer as we see that the King has an
issue which he needs to overcome, which predictably he will. This sort of narrative
structure is conventional of most films - reinforcing
Todorov's theory of the equilibrium, followed by the disequilibrium and
then the new equilibrium. In this case, the King is the King and
then he needs to make a speech as the country needs to depend on him, however
due to his stammer he cannot make a fluent speech. This would then be resolved
and there would be a new equilibrium formed. Also the use of
the dialogue is extremely eloquent and formal, showing that
this is a serious and dramatic film and reinforcing their
hierarchy. This helps determine the genre of the film through
the trailer. Trailers would stereotypically include
the use of stereotypes in order for an audience to
immediately identify the genre of the film, which relates to Dyer's idea
of stereotypes being shorthand. Here, we see
that the use of the dialogue, the classical music and the mise-en-scene, creates
the periodic drama genre and an audience are
able to clearly identify this with ease.
The mise-en-scene in the trailer, again, helps to identify
the genre of the film. The settings that are shown,
through the montage editing, are very upper class and
due to most being inside would link to the monarchy as they would not be seen
outside unless delivering a speech for example. The use of the famous London
landmarks such as The Tower Bridge and St Paul's Cathedral creates the setting and
shows to the audience that the film is set in London.
The positive representation of London is set as we are only
seeing the upper class areas and only can see the most posh
and expensive areas, to glamorise the city. This would benefit
London as a landmark and a tourist destination and also create a
positive representation of the city. They are amongst one of the top
attractions for tourists to visit and therefore reveals London as a place of
attraction and interest. In addition to this, the clothing also
relates to history as we see the big feathered hats and the big prestigious
coat being worn by the King's wife. Also the microphone at the beginning is
extremely old, which shows that is is a period drama relating
to real events of King George. The use of the past tense within the wording,
'when they needed' for example, shows that this is based on real events from
the past and shows it's a re-enactment of the events of King George VI.
The use of the wording amongst the montage creates enigma
codes and makes the audience question whether or not
the King will deliver his speech. The use of the critical
acclaims makes the film more likeable and the audience would
want to watch it due to the positive critic reviews. The
director is award winning and so is the main star, who is well known in several
films. Colin Firth himself is very iconic as a British
actor and him as the main protagonist will
immediately raise views as he already has an increasingly large fan
base.
BBC Interview
This interview promotes the film through the main
protagonist and the supporting character. They summarise
the plot line of the story and promote the film through
the historical context of the film. They also act in a very
humorous way, almost making the interview less serious than
the context of the film, which shows the realness of the actors themselves,
the interview almost promotes the two actors rather than the
film itself as they seem like genuine people, an audience would
be more likely to go and watch the film due to the genuineness of the two. Also
the fact that this is a BBC interview shows that a wider
audience will be exposed to the film.
83rd Oscars Red Carpet
This short interview with Colin Firth promotes
himself as a genuine actor and a very humble character. But
it also promotes the film through him revealing the critical
acclaim the film received through the festival and how critics really
enjoyed the film and a lot of positive feedback was given.
The broadcast promotion uses Colin Firth and Helena Bonham Carter to promote the film, through themselves as individuals. The fact that the two are already very well known and have both been in several films promotes the film. It would also bring about a wider audience that may not necessarily be interested in watching a periodic drama film, yet due to the stars themselves having notable success it may bring about a wider audience.
Print
The Guardian
This review is extremely positive, naming the film as "a traditionally mounted, handsomely furnished British period movie." The review praises the idea of the monarchy and praises the acting but it also acts as a devils advocate due to them saying "not everyone's going to like this film: some may find it excessively royalist." The fact that the article realises that the subject matter is not liked by all is interesting as the newspaper does not definitively support one side of the argument more than the other. But The Guardian really support the film.
The Telegraph
The newspaper rated the film 4 stars. They believe it is "fraught and fascinating with some excellent performances." This article also supports the acting of Colin Firth and enjoys the fact that this period movie is a "modern tale."
The Stuttering Foundation
This article reviews the film in a way that is relatable to the writer themselves. This article finds parallels between the King and himself and how the stammer is caused and you are not born with it. He considers the film to involve many morals and lessons that an audience can gather from the viewing. The writer thinks that "The King's Speech is well-written, superbly written, superbly directed and showcases tour de force performances
This film poster really captures the
fact that this film is a period movie due to the microphone
being very old and authentic. The use of the review by the institution
Wall Street Journal shows that the film is highly recommended asThe
Wall Street Journal is a broadsheet newspaper which is
the largest newspaper within the United States. The fact that
the colour of the poster is this almost orange, yellow shade connotes the
authenticity of the film as the colour looks almost worn out and different. But
it also connotes passion and fire, which signifies the
King's determination to speak fluently or it could also signify the character of
Lionel and how he is determined to help the King.
This poster clearly highlights the main star of the film, Colin Firth, who is a critically acclaimed actor, therefore this promotes the film through the use of the star protagonist. The use of the tagline 'God save the King' is shows the audience just what the film is about. In this case, the main promotional technique is the use of the protagonist and is also is facial expression, which expresses his seriousness and the fact that the genre of this film is drama.
This film poster uses quotes and star ratings/reviews to promote the film positively. The use of all the quotes and reviews would make the audience feel more comfortable to watch the film as it has been given praise by well known institutions such as The New York Observer. The use of the Golden Globe Nominations and all the awards won would make the viewer want to watch the film to see why it is so great and of high praise.
The branding of the film is very simple. The use of the sans serif font makes the branding very minimalistic and serious. The impression from the branding shows the seriousness and the drama involved in the film and helps identify the genre. Similar to ill Manors, the font is also sans serif and quite block like to represent the life on the block but also to suggest that the subject matter at hand is too important to be flowered by a serif font or colourful designs. This is similar to The King's Speech as again, the subject matter is more important than the design as it is a historical movie based on context and real events rather than entertainment. It is supposed to provide the audience with a distinct message just like in ill Manors.
E - Media
The film is promoted on Facebook through The Weinstein Company. The film is not promoted thoroughly through social media and this may be due to the core target audience being a more mature, middle class audience who are not likely to be attached to social networking sites. The most common site would be Facebook, therefore having a Facebook page is particularly important, however on other social networking platforms such as instagram, it would not expose the appropriate target audience. Through Facebook, the film would be exposed to a larger audience.
The Kings Speech website involves a painting of King George VI in history. The fact that the genre of the film is a historical period drama would explain the historical picture used at the top of the website. It embodies the film as a whole as it is based on historical events. The website aesthetically is very simple and captures the seriousness of the film and would appeal to the target audience. The website, unlike the ill Manors website, does not have any direct links to social media, providing no synergy between the social networking platform. However there issynergy between the film release and the DVD and also YouTube, having direct links to videos about the actors, the film and other issues relating to the film itself.
There are no e-media campaigns for The King's Speech and this is not particularly surprising as the core target audience would be middle class and mature, therefore they would not particularly be interested ine-media campaigns as they probably wouldn't be associated with many social networking platforms. Also, the film is historical, therefore giving the audience historical insight to the film, through the website, would be more appropriate as they would get a higher understanding of the film and the history behind the film.
Audience
The core targeted demographic for this film would be middle class, middle-aged viewers. These viewers would most likely be aspirers or suceeeders as they are of a higher class, seeming more prestigious to the rest and would therefore be interested in heritage movies. The idea of a British film involving the monarchy and every stereotype involving Britain would appeal to an American audience also as they love the concept of the monarchy and the royal family. I think the film would also appeal to those who are interested more in watching films for a purpose rather than for pure entertainment. They would be interested in the historical context and therefore watch the film for educational purposes; learning about certain morals and the British monarchy. The elder demographic would be more interested in this as it is part of history and is something that a more mature generation would want to know as it is part of British heritage, however the younger generation would stereotypically be more interested in watching a film for enjoyment, to seek thrill or to laugh. A film with a distinct message is more appealing to the mature audience.
The King's Speech used viral marketing, through the press, to promote the film. There was also a campaigning technique where biscuits were given out to promote the film as a marketing strategy. There is hardly any online advertising or cross promotion online. The main campaigning technique the film used was word of mouth that's been generated in the press, promoting the film festivals.
The film, in terms of the uses and gratifications theory, would aim to educate an audience. The fact that the film is a historical, periodic film would make it quite prestigious and a heritage film, therefore it would pleasure the audience as it would give them an idea of British heritage. As well as entertaining the audience, with actors such as Colin Firth, it would educate an audience, educating the non-British audience as well as the British.
I think another film that this audience would enjoy would be a film like The Young Victoria, which is also about the British monarchy. The King's Speech is based on the monarchy and history, therefore this period movie is very similar and would therefore be enjoyed by the same audience.
Institution
UK Film Council - non departmental public body
Bright Star, Nowhere Boy = Bright Star is a romantic fiction film, which may not interest the targeted audience for The King's Speech. Nowhere Boy is a biographical musical drama about John Lennon'sadolescence. This may interest a similar audience due to the element of history being present, however the fact that the film is a musical is on the opposite end of the spectrum in terms of the genre of films.
See Saw Films - Independent production company
Macbeth, Oranges and Sunshine = Macbeth's target audience would be similar to the King's Speech as it is also about a king. Oranges and Sunshine also may appeal to a similar audience as the film is a true story and therefore may interest an audience who likes real life events and knowing about true events.
Bedlam Productions - independent film and television company
The Lady Who Went Too Far would interest a similar audience due to the story being about Lady Heston Stanhope, again another period movie, therefore would interest this heritage film audience.
The Weinstein Company - American mini-major film studio
Distributed other films such as: Derailed, Transamerica and The Matador
Momentum Pictures - one of the leading motion picture studios in the UK
Distributed other films such as: Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind, The Men Who Stare At Goats and The Young Victoria
These distribution companies distribute a various number of films from romantic comedies to heritage films like The King's Speech. This therefore would mean that the target audience for all of these films would vary drastically. However, the films produced by Momentum Pictures seem to have a more distinct message and seem more educational and important rather than films for entertainment purposes. Similar to The Weinstein Company, the films distributed seem rather dramatic and would also hold adistinct moral message for the audience.
The budget for the film was $15million.
In Great Britain and Ireland, the film was the highest earning film on it's opening weekend, taking in £3,510,000 from 395 cinemas. It earned £3 on four consecutive weekends on box office. In the US it took in £220,000 in four cinemas and made $138million in overall in North America. In Australia, the film made more than £4million in the first 2 weeks.
The film's net profit for cinema release alone is between £20-25million.
I think the film did this well due firstly to the main actors being critically acclaimed and therefore would make a viewer feel more comfortable going to the cinema to watch the film and also due to the film being aperiod drama and a heritage film, it makes it more prestigious as British culture is presented.
It made more of a profit in America and I think this is due to the fact that America is for the idea of themonarchy and would like to see what it's like to have a monarchy and would like to be part of the British culture and heritage to be more knowledgeable.
The film was initially given a 15 certification until shown at the London film festival, where they lowered the rating to a 12A. The use of the profanities in one scene caused the rating to be higher, however Hooper challenged this as there is no torture or death in the film and it is simply swearing. The film was also R rated by the Motion Picture Association of America. It was a controversial film due to the particular scene which Hooper refused to cut. It is important that a large audience are able to see the film as it would get a higher profit and more people will be exposed to it, therefore having a lower certification would allow a larger audience to see the film in a cinema rather than resulting in piracy, which causes theinstitution to not gain any profit.
Representation
The representation of London is positive as the posh parts of London are shown. The fact that they show the most prestigious parts reveals a positive representation and would therefore produce positive ideologies of the city and would appeal to tourists.
The monarchy are represented stereotypically as British monarchy are very posh and eloquent. They're formal and well dressed, making them of a higher class.
This film is the ideal of Britishness, it literally embodies the word as it involves everything that is stereotypically involved with Britain. From the British accent, to the monarchy, to the famous landmarks and the whole idea of Britain being an attraction as a place.
It is the complete opposite representation in ill Manors; The King's Speech reveals the positive representations, the side that glamorises Britain as a whole, whilst ill Manors reveals the gritty urban life; the 'rough side' of London, that is not conventionally seen by an audience.
The King's Speech is extremely patriotic and pro-monarchy. It involves Britain as a positive country, with strong values and strong power. Traditional family values are seen, from the royal family being very stereotypical; the wife being the full-time mother and the husband being the powerful, dominant one. The idea of patriarchy is presented as the men have the power, however it is also challenged through the wife as she helps her husband and almost forces him to go to see a speech therapist. Overall, positive ideologies are presented.
Case Study Comparison
The broadcast promotion uses Colin Firth and Helena Bonham Carter to promote the film, through themselves as individuals. The fact that the two are already very well known and have both been in several films promotes the film. It would also bring about a wider audience that may not necessarily be interested in watching a periodic drama film, yet due to the stars themselves having notable success it may bring about a wider audience.
The Guardian
This review is extremely positive, naming the film as "a traditionally mounted, handsomely furnished British period movie." The review praises the idea of the monarchy and praises the acting but it also acts as a devils advocate due to them saying "not everyone's going to like this film: some may find it excessively royalist." The fact that the article realises that the subject matter is not liked by all is interesting as the newspaper does not definitively support one side of the argument more than the other. But The Guardian really support the film.
The Telegraph
The newspaper rated the film 4 stars. They believe it is "fraught and fascinating with some excellent performances." This article also supports the acting of Colin Firth and enjoys the fact that this period movie is a "modern tale."
The Stuttering Foundation
This article reviews the film in a way that is relatable to the writer themselves. This article finds parallels between the King and himself and how the stammer is caused and you are not born with it. He considers the film to involve many morals and lessons that an audience can gather from the viewing. The writer thinks that "The King's Speech is well-written, superbly written, superbly directed and showcases tour de force performances
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This poster clearly highlights the main star of the film, Colin Firth, who is a critically acclaimed actor, therefore this promotes the film through the use of the star protagonist. The use of the tagline 'God save the King' is shows the audience just what the film is about. In this case, the main promotional technique is the use of the protagonist and is also is facial expression, which expresses his seriousness and the fact that the genre of this film is drama.
This film poster uses quotes and star ratings/reviews to promote the film positively. The use of all the quotes and reviews would make the audience feel more comfortable to watch the film as it has been given praise by well known institutions such as The New York Observer. The use of the Golden Globe Nominations and all the awards won would make the viewer want to watch the film to see why it is so great and of high praise.
Initially, we see the background holding the most dominant
colour; this sort of worn out orange, yellow shade. This could connote
fire and passion, so perhaps the determination and motivation for the King
to speak fluently or maybe even the character of Lionel wanting to
help the King. The fact that the colour is worn out at the edges, gives the
impression of an authentic looking poster, which looks old and worn out. This
gives the audience the impression that this is a period
drama. The use of the old microphone within the background also signifies
the genre and helps identify the genre of the film.
The use of the silhouette creates the impression of
mystery and simplicity. Perhaps due to the subject matter at
hand being one of complexity, the use of the silhouette could
simplify the King. The fact that the paper he is holding is white could connote how
the writing is pure and clean but his speech is not proper and this may reflect
how the King feels quite dark and upset. This is reinforced by
the slight tilt of the head downwards, which looks as though the King may be
doubtful and upset rather than wanting to talk.
Furthermore. the fact that
the silhouette of the hat peaks over the back and the front of
the face shows how he is hiding away from his problems under this one hat, he
is not confident and we can tell this simply from the silhouette.
The fact that the posters design is minimalistic and simplistic draws
our attention to the main dark image and the title of the film. The
fact that the 3 main stars, the most well known characters,
are clearly identifiable at the top of the poster would
help promote the film as an audience would
feel comfortable knowing that these critically acclaimed characters are
part of the film.The branding of the film is very simple. The use of the sans serif font makes the branding very minimalistic and serious. The impression from the branding shows the seriousness and the drama involved in the film and helps identify the genre. Similar to ill Manors, the font is also sans serif and quite block like to represent the life on the block but also to suggest that the subject matter at hand is too important to be flowered by a serif font or colourful designs. This is similar to The King's Speech as again, the subject matter is more important than the design as it is a historical movie based on context and real events rather than entertainment. It is supposed to provide the audience with a distinct message just like in ill Manors.
E - Media
The film is promoted on Facebook through The Weinstein Company. The film is not promoted thoroughly through social media and this may be due to the core target audience being a more mature, middle class audience who are not likely to be attached to social networking sites. The most common site would be Facebook, therefore having a Facebook page is particularly important, however on other social networking platforms such as instagram, it would not expose the appropriate target audience. Through Facebook, the film would be exposed to a larger audience.
The Kings Speech website involves a painting of King George VI in history. The fact that the genre of the film is a historical period drama would explain the historical picture used at the top of the website. It embodies the film as a whole as it is based on historical events. The website aesthetically is very simple and captures the seriousness of the film and would appeal to the target audience. The website, unlike the ill Manors website, does not have any direct links to social media, providing no synergy between the social networking platform. However there issynergy between the film release and the DVD and also YouTube, having direct links to videos about the actors, the film and other issues relating to the film itself.
There are no e-media campaigns for The King's Speech and this is not particularly surprising as the core target audience would be middle class and mature, therefore they would not particularly be interested ine-media campaigns as they probably wouldn't be associated with many social networking platforms. Also, the film is historical, therefore giving the audience historical insight to the film, through the website, would be more appropriate as they would get a higher understanding of the film and the history behind the film.
Audience
The core targeted demographic for this film would be middle class, middle-aged viewers. These viewers would most likely be aspirers or suceeeders as they are of a higher class, seeming more prestigious to the rest and would therefore be interested in heritage movies. The idea of a British film involving the monarchy and every stereotype involving Britain would appeal to an American audience also as they love the concept of the monarchy and the royal family. I think the film would also appeal to those who are interested more in watching films for a purpose rather than for pure entertainment. They would be interested in the historical context and therefore watch the film for educational purposes; learning about certain morals and the British monarchy. The elder demographic would be more interested in this as it is part of history and is something that a more mature generation would want to know as it is part of British heritage, however the younger generation would stereotypically be more interested in watching a film for enjoyment, to seek thrill or to laugh. A film with a distinct message is more appealing to the mature audience.
The King's Speech used viral marketing, through the press, to promote the film. There was also a campaigning technique where biscuits were given out to promote the film as a marketing strategy. There is hardly any online advertising or cross promotion online. The main campaigning technique the film used was word of mouth that's been generated in the press, promoting the film festivals.
The film, in terms of the uses and gratifications theory, would aim to educate an audience. The fact that the film is a historical, periodic film would make it quite prestigious and a heritage film, therefore it would pleasure the audience as it would give them an idea of British heritage. As well as entertaining the audience, with actors such as Colin Firth, it would educate an audience, educating the non-British audience as well as the British.
I think another film that this audience would enjoy would be a film like The Young Victoria, which is also about the British monarchy. The King's Speech is based on the monarchy and history, therefore this period movie is very similar and would therefore be enjoyed by the same audience.
Institution
UK Film Council - non departmental public body
Bright Star, Nowhere Boy = Bright Star is a romantic fiction film, which may not interest the targeted audience for The King's Speech. Nowhere Boy is a biographical musical drama about John Lennon'sadolescence. This may interest a similar audience due to the element of history being present, however the fact that the film is a musical is on the opposite end of the spectrum in terms of the genre of films.
See Saw Films - Independent production company
Macbeth, Oranges and Sunshine = Macbeth's target audience would be similar to the King's Speech as it is also about a king. Oranges and Sunshine also may appeal to a similar audience as the film is a true story and therefore may interest an audience who likes real life events and knowing about true events.
Bedlam Productions - independent film and television company
The Lady Who Went Too Far would interest a similar audience due to the story being about Lady Heston Stanhope, again another period movie, therefore would interest this heritage film audience.
The Weinstein Company - American mini-major film studio
Distributed other films such as: Derailed, Transamerica and The Matador
Momentum Pictures - one of the leading motion picture studios in the UK
Distributed other films such as: Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind, The Men Who Stare At Goats and The Young Victoria
These distribution companies distribute a various number of films from romantic comedies to heritage films like The King's Speech. This therefore would mean that the target audience for all of these films would vary drastically. However, the films produced by Momentum Pictures seem to have a more distinct message and seem more educational and important rather than films for entertainment purposes. Similar to The Weinstein Company, the films distributed seem rather dramatic and would also hold adistinct moral message for the audience.
The budget for the film was $15million.
In Great Britain and Ireland, the film was the highest earning film on it's opening weekend, taking in £3,510,000 from 395 cinemas. It earned £3 on four consecutive weekends on box office. In the US it took in £220,000 in four cinemas and made $138million in overall in North America. In Australia, the film made more than £4million in the first 2 weeks.
The film's net profit for cinema release alone is between £20-25million.
I think the film did this well due firstly to the main actors being critically acclaimed and therefore would make a viewer feel more comfortable going to the cinema to watch the film and also due to the film being aperiod drama and a heritage film, it makes it more prestigious as British culture is presented.
It made more of a profit in America and I think this is due to the fact that America is for the idea of themonarchy and would like to see what it's like to have a monarchy and would like to be part of the British culture and heritage to be more knowledgeable.
The film was initially given a 15 certification until shown at the London film festival, where they lowered the rating to a 12A. The use of the profanities in one scene caused the rating to be higher, however Hooper challenged this as there is no torture or death in the film and it is simply swearing. The film was also R rated by the Motion Picture Association of America. It was a controversial film due to the particular scene which Hooper refused to cut. It is important that a large audience are able to see the film as it would get a higher profit and more people will be exposed to it, therefore having a lower certification would allow a larger audience to see the film in a cinema rather than resulting in piracy, which causes theinstitution to not gain any profit.
Representation
The representation of London is positive as the posh parts of London are shown. The fact that they show the most prestigious parts reveals a positive representation and would therefore produce positive ideologies of the city and would appeal to tourists.
The monarchy are represented stereotypically as British monarchy are very posh and eloquent. They're formal and well dressed, making them of a higher class.
This film is the ideal of Britishness, it literally embodies the word as it involves everything that is stereotypically involved with Britain. From the British accent, to the monarchy, to the famous landmarks and the whole idea of Britain being an attraction as a place.
It is the complete opposite representation in ill Manors; The King's Speech reveals the positive representations, the side that glamorises Britain as a whole, whilst ill Manors reveals the gritty urban life; the 'rough side' of London, that is not conventionally seen by an audience.
The King's Speech is extremely patriotic and pro-monarchy. It involves Britain as a positive country, with strong values and strong power. Traditional family values are seen, from the royal family being very stereotypical; the wife being the full-time mother and the husband being the powerful, dominant one. The idea of patriarchy is presented as the men have the power, however it is also challenged through the wife as she helps her husband and almost forces him to go to see a speech therapist. Overall, positive ideologies are presented.
Case Study Comparison
ill
Manors and A Field In England both contain
the subject matter of psychedelia and drug abuse. The similar subject
matter would target a familiar audience, however the history
element of A
Field In England would attract an elder audience, whilst
the urban gritty element within ill Manors would attract the youth
demographic. In terms of psychographics and demographics, A Field In England and ill Manors would target more
of a reformer demographic; a more middle class audience would
be interested in A
Field In England due to the arthouse cinematic filming of the
film; a working class audience would be interested in ill Manors and also youths more
than the middle class demographic. However, due to the certification of
an 18, I think the film is more suited to young adults rather
thanyouths. The similarity between the audiences of The King's Speech and AFiE could
potentially be quite similar due to the genre of the film
being historical. The setting is interesting as they
are both period movies, involving historical context; AFiE involving the context of
The Civil War in 17th Century England and TKS involving the context of
King George VI.
The cinematography within ill Manors and A Field In England are very similar as they both have very fast paced and a cutting edge style, which helps embody the subject matter of psychedelia, whilst in The King's Speech the subject matter is very serious and dramatic. However, this is also quite similar to all 3 as all 3 films embody the element of the drama genre as they are all very serious and all have distinct messages and morals. Moreover, ill Manors and The King's Speech aim to educate their audiencesabout certain issues in a more distinct and brutal way. TKS holds strong ideologies about power and is a very pro-monarchy film, supporting the monarchy; whilst IM holds strong ideologies about the youth and why they do the things that they do.
The representation of England is very different in all films, first and foremost in AFiE, we see a veryhistorical representation, mainly focusing on the greenery and the fields rather than landmarks or specific areas within the country. Whilst in The King's Speech, there is a positive representation of the city and of London landmarks such as St Paul's Cathedral. The most expensive parts of London are revealed andglamorised which is completely contrasted within ill Manors as a negative representation of both theyouths and London are presented. The urban, gritty areas are presented, conveying London as a polluted country filled with gang violence and corruption.
The cinematography within ill Manors and A Field In England are very similar as they both have very fast paced and a cutting edge style, which helps embody the subject matter of psychedelia, whilst in The King's Speech the subject matter is very serious and dramatic. However, this is also quite similar to all 3 as all 3 films embody the element of the drama genre as they are all very serious and all have distinct messages and morals. Moreover, ill Manors and The King's Speech aim to educate their audiencesabout certain issues in a more distinct and brutal way. TKS holds strong ideologies about power and is a very pro-monarchy film, supporting the monarchy; whilst IM holds strong ideologies about the youth and why they do the things that they do.
The representation of England is very different in all films, first and foremost in AFiE, we see a veryhistorical representation, mainly focusing on the greenery and the fields rather than landmarks or specific areas within the country. Whilst in The King's Speech, there is a positive representation of the city and of London landmarks such as St Paul's Cathedral. The most expensive parts of London are revealed andglamorised which is completely contrasted within ill Manors as a negative representation of both theyouths and London are presented. The urban, gritty areas are presented, conveying London as a polluted country filled with gang violence and corruption.
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