Hidden Figures: A Cinematic Analysis
Point of view shots are an element of cinematography that conveys a message for viewers. Both of these texts emphasise the importance of happiness and how one must not allow small beginnings to discourage their process of growth. When Kathrine Jackson in Hidden Figures is upgraded to a computer at NASA she creates opportunities for herself which automatically distinguishes her from other computers, influencing Mr Harrison to credit her work ethic. Mary Jackson also reflects this when she is seen standing up for herself so that she can gain an education that would take her to a higher position within NASA. Mary Jackson pleads to the judge by stating facts such as “No Negro women in the state of Virginia has ever attended an all-white school.
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However, once he sees her ‘play ball’ he is able to appreciate her talent and is even motivated to pursue his own interests as Jess becomes an inspiration for his own personal goals (Bend it like Beckham, 2004). An example of this is when he says that “I don't want her to make the same mistakes that her father made of accepting life, accepting situations. I want her to fight and I want her to win” (Bend it like Beckham, 2004 1:38:07). The scenes in both texts are represented in point of view shots, this cinematic technique allows viewers to develop empathy for the circumstances that the protagonists are experiencing. Also, the audience can also better understand the importance of fulfilment. Another idea that is driven by this technique is that passion is a strong driving force to success, in both texts we learn that it is important for individuals to push themselves to their optimum level. Failing to practice this will leave people questioning potential possibilities, in addition to that, both texts illustrate how perseverance is a personal journey. Although each director follows a different approach to explain the importance of self-actualization, both of the protagonists represent a larger societal group. In Bend it like Beckham it is the Indian community, whereas in Hidden Figures it is the African- American
However, once he sees her ‘play ball’ he is able to appreciate her talent and is even motivated to pursue his own interests as Jess becomes an inspiration for his own personal goals (Bend it like Beckham, 2004). An example of this is when he says that “I don't want her to make the same mistakes that her father made of accepting life, accepting situations. I want her to fight and I want her to win” (Bend it like Beckham, 2004 1:38:07). The scenes in both texts are represented in point of view shots, this cinematic technique allows viewers to develop empathy for the circumstances that the protagonists are experiencing. Also, the audience can also better understand the importance of fulfilment. Another idea that is driven by this technique is that passion is a strong driving force to success, in both texts we learn that it is important for individuals to push themselves to their optimum level. Failing to practice this will leave people questioning potential possibilities, in addition to that, both texts illustrate how perseverance is a personal journey. Although each director follows a different approach to explain the importance of self-actualization, both of the protagonists represent a larger societal group. In Bend it like Beckham it is the Indian community, whereas in Hidden Figures it is the African- American