Between The Flags & Sky High
How have the composers of the two of the texts you have studied explored aspects of
‘identity’ that you have found interesting? In your response, refer closely to the techniques that have been employed to convey particular aspects. The concepts of identity. !
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The composers engaged me by incorporating self identity as an aspect in their texts by reinforcing the character’s surroundings and childhood. Hannah Robert’s short story ‘Sky High’ effectively expresses this theme through her colourful use of figurative devices. Similarly, Jayce White’s short film ‘Between the Flags’ conveys aspects of youth culture through character commonalities. !
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One’s idea of self can change overtime, but the realisation of this can happen within an instant.
The persona’s reflection begins with a vivid memory of the washing line, ’the best climbing tree in the backyard’, which was now bare. The contrast shows the progression of time and a change of outlook from the use of metaphoric language to a blunt statement. Robert continues to reminisce in abstract language incorporating symbolism of her freedom whilst she is swinging on the washing line ‘as the earth spins below’. This juxtaposes to her sense of self in present time where she feels
‘there are too many things tying me down’. !
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Utilising pathetic fallacy, ‘an older more age-warped washing line’ becomes the manifestation of her ‘line-etched story of life in scars and wrinkles’. She depicts the backyard as dull and baron, much like her present self. Disappointment overshadows the vivid memories of her childhood, despite the urge to reconnect with her youth. !
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White’s short film also portrays aspects of youth as a commonality between cultural identities. The film begins with a double entendre of the title ‘Between the Flags’ which asserts the conflict between two cultures. White incorporates stereotypes to distinguish the obvious differences. The bulldogs jersey is a common symbol associated
‘identity’ that you have found interesting? In your response, refer closely to the techniques that have been employed to convey particular aspects. The concepts of identity. !
!
The composers engaged me by incorporating self identity as an aspect in their texts by reinforcing the character’s surroundings and childhood. Hannah Robert’s short story ‘Sky High’ effectively expresses this theme through her colourful use of figurative devices. Similarly, Jayce White’s short film ‘Between the Flags’ conveys aspects of youth culture through character commonalities. !
!
One’s idea of self can change overtime, but the realisation of this can happen within an instant.
The persona’s reflection begins with a vivid memory of the washing line, ’the best climbing tree in the backyard’, which was now bare. The contrast shows the progression of time and a change of outlook from the use of metaphoric language to a blunt statement. Robert continues to reminisce in abstract language incorporating symbolism of her freedom whilst she is swinging on the washing line ‘as the earth spins below’. This juxtaposes to her sense of self in present time where she feels
‘there are too many things tying me down’. !
!
Utilising pathetic fallacy, ‘an older more age-warped washing line’ becomes the manifestation of her ‘line-etched story of life in scars and wrinkles’. She depicts the backyard as dull and baron, much like her present self. Disappointment overshadows the vivid memories of her childhood, despite the urge to reconnect with her youth. !
!
White’s short film also portrays aspects of youth as a commonality between cultural identities. The film begins with a double entendre of the title ‘Between the Flags’ which asserts the conflict between two cultures. White incorporates stereotypes to distinguish the obvious differences. The bulldogs jersey is a common symbol associated