(Research) Assignment 6 - Madness & Paranoia - Individual Research #2 - 'The Shining'

I watched the trailer/clips for 'The Shining'.

Analysis:

       

       From the trailer and clips, I learnt that:

• the story conveys a connotation of murder, insanity and gore - shown by the engulfment of blood into the room.
• In the trailer, not a lot is shown but a lot is suggested - done to portray a narrative enigma and tension.
• The antagonist (in the clip), suggests that he is reckless, brave and even sadistic.

Suggestive that the narrative revolves around murder, insanity and emphasizes the horror 

Suggestive of a sadistic mannerism - conveyed with humor and sarcasm.

portrays the fear of the protagonist - could emphasize the vulnerability/stereotype of women seen in society.

close-up shot portrays the combination of the antagonists characteristics: madness, sadism and recklessness. Makes the fear of the victim more significant - reinforces the theme of psychological horror.