Literary Genre (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards
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What is the genre of 'On the Waterfront'?
What is the genre of 'On the Waterfront'?
Social realist drama
What type of character journey does Terry have?
What type of character journey does Terry have?
Classic redemption arc
Joey's jacket symbolism
Joey's jacket symbolism
Moral courage & whistleblower mantle passing
Pigeons symbolism
Pigeons symbolism
Innocence & loyalty
Taxi scene symbolism
Taxi scene symbolism
Confessional space, physical & emotional entrapment
Who was the cinematographer?
Who was the cinematographer?
Boris Kaufman
What lighting style is used?
What lighting style is used?
Low-key lighting
Why is Terry shown partially in shadow?
Why is Terry shown partially in shadow?
Internal conflict between loyalty & conscience
Confined spaces suggest what?
Confined spaces suggest what?
Entrapment & lack of freedom
Who composed the musical score?
Who composed the musical score?
Leonard Bernstein
What elements does the musical score blend?
What elements does the musical score blend?
Jazz, classical, minimalist
What is the most famous line from the film?
What is the most famous line from the film?
I coulda been a contender
What is the dialogue style?
What is the dialogue style?
Naturalistic & unpolished
How are violent scenes edited?
How are violent scenes edited?
Abrupt & brutal
What do the Church/Ship's Hold symbolize?
What do the Church/Ship's Hold symbolize?
Moral confrontation & truth