Mangrove Film Analysis
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The film establishes its cultural identity with _______ music and laughter.

Jamaican

Barbara leaves the men to go to the _______ and passes a group of women in the kitchen, cleaning and cooking.

bathroom

The camera cranes up to the crest of the old Bailey, a symbol _______ which shows its power.

lion

The Judge's non-verbal communication shows _______ and disdain.

<p>annoyance</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Judge uses a _______ effect to show his exertion of power over justice.

<p>close-up</p> Signup and view all the answers

The figures of authority move to the legal system with the Judge seen from his distant and isolated _______ point.

<p>vantage</p> Signup and view all the answers

The use of continuity editing keeps in line with a _______ perspective.

<p>linear</p> Signup and view all the answers

The sense of underlying _______ racism of the twin pillars of policing and the justice system is clear.

<p>institutional</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cultural identity of the film established through?

<p>Jamaican music and laughter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Barbara's action that shows the lack of feminist influence in multi-cultural communities?

<p>She passes a group of women in the kitchen, cleaning and cooking</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the symbol on the crest of the Old Bailey represent?

<p>Power</p> Signup and view all the answers

What camera technique is used to show the Judge's exertion of power over justice?

<p>Dissolve effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Judge's non-verbal communication convey?

<p>Annoyance and disdain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Judge's vantage point in the Old Bailey?

<p>It highlights his authority and power</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of the clerks and officials being all White?

<p>It implies institutional racism in the justice system</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the use of continuity editing in the film?

<p>It maintains a linear perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying issue in the twin pillars of policing and the justice system?

<p>Systemic racism</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Mangrove protesters in the context of the film?

<p>They are the catalyst for change in the community</p> Signup and view all the answers

Althea is speaking to an all-male multi-ethnic _______ group

<p>union</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pulley is doing a _______ observation in his car with a colleague

<p>night</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pulley says, 'You see, the thing about the Black man is, he's got his _______ and he's got to know his place'

<p>place</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pulley's face is in profile and is largely in shadow due to _______ lighting

<p>key</p> Signup and view all the answers

Althea shows she is strong and she self represents herself in the old _______

<p>Bailey</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pulley is doing a ______ observation in his car with a colleague.

<p>night</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pulley says, 'You see, the thing about the Black man is, he's got his ______ and he's got to know his place.'

<p>place</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pulley's face is in profile and is largely in shadow due to ______ lighting.

<p>key</p> Signup and view all the answers

Althea is speaking to an all-male multi-ethnic ______ group

<p>union</p> Signup and view all the answers

Althea shows she is strong and she self represents herself in the old ______.

<p>Bailey</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mangrove Film Analysis

  • The film Mangrove establishes its cultural identity with Jamaican music and laughter at the beginning.
  • The scene shows children playing in abandoned dwellings, implying that without the action and courage of Mangrove protesters, Black communities might face a bleak future.

Gender Roles and Feminism

  • Barbara's trip to the bathroom shows her passing by a group of women in the kitchen, highlighting traditional gender roles in multicultural communities that delayed the impact of the Second Wave of Feminism.

The Old Bailey Scene

  • An aerial shot is used to introduce the Old Bailey, symbolizing power with a lion crest.
  • The Judge is introduced looking out of his Chamber window at the protesters, conveying annoyance and disdain through non-verbal cues.
  • A close-up shot emphasizes his exertion of power over justice, stating 'I don't care if they have tickets.'
  • The Judge's authoritative figure is reinforced by his dynamic movement, using match on action.
  • The scene showcases institutional racism, with White officials and clerks treating Black people differently.

Althea's Character

  • Althea is portrayed as strong and self-represented, speaking to an all-male, multi-ethnic union group in the Old Bailey.

Police Officer Pulley

  • Pulley is shown doing a night observation in his car, his face in profile and partially shadowed, creating a sinister atmosphere.
  • Pulley's racist attitude is evident in his statement, 'You see, the thing about the Black man is, he's got his place, and he's got to know his place.'

Mangrove Film Analysis

  • The film Mangrove establishes its cultural identity with Jamaican music and laughter at the beginning.
  • The scene shows children playing in abandoned dwellings, implying that without the action and courage of Mangrove protesters, Black communities might face a bleak future.

Gender Roles and Feminism

  • Barbara's trip to the bathroom shows her passing by a group of women in the kitchen, highlighting traditional gender roles in multicultural communities that delayed the impact of the Second Wave of Feminism.

The Old Bailey Scene

  • An aerial shot is used to introduce the Old Bailey, symbolizing power with a lion crest.
  • The Judge is introduced looking out of his Chamber window at the protesters, conveying annoyance and disdain through non-verbal cues.
  • A close-up shot emphasizes his exertion of power over justice, stating 'I don't care if they have tickets.'
  • The Judge's authoritative figure is reinforced by his dynamic movement, using match on action.
  • The scene showcases institutional racism, with White officials and clerks treating Black people differently.

Althea's Character

  • Althea is portrayed as strong and self-represented, speaking to an all-male, multi-ethnic union group in the Old Bailey.

Police Officer Pulley

  • Pulley is shown doing a night observation in his car, his face in profile and partially shadowed, creating a sinister atmosphere.
  • Pulley's racist attitude is evident in his statement, 'You see, the thing about the Black man is, he's got his place, and he's got to know his place.'

Character Analysis

  • Althea is portrayed as strong and self-representative in a masculine and multicultural setting, showcasing her confidence.

Pulley's Characterization

  • Pulley is depicted as sinister, with his face in shadow due to key lighting, while observing at night with a colleague.
  • He makes a discriminatory statement about Black people, implying they have a predetermined place in society and must know their limitations.

Character Analysis

  • Althea is portrayed as strong and self-representative in a masculine and multicultural setting, showcasing her confidence.

Pulley's Characterization

  • Pulley is depicted as sinister, with his face in shadow due to key lighting, while observing at night with a colleague.
  • He makes a discriminatory statement about Black people, implying they have a predetermined place in society and must know their limitations.

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Analyze the opening scene of the film Mangrove, exploring the cultural identity and themes presented. Discuss the significance of the setting and characters' actions.

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