We start with the Lego movie. Watch the official
trailer here
Task 1: how does Emmet come across? How effective would this trailer be
in promoting the film?
Emmets comes across a man who enjoys life and is full of
energy and enthusiasm. We see this when Emmet wakes up and is excited about
starting the day. We learn that Emmet does not have any physical abilities due
to him struggling to do 4 jumping jacks. We also see that Emmet wants to fit in
with everyone else so he buys coffee however he does not complain or make a
comment about the coffee being overpriced due to him wanting to create a scene and
stand out. Furthermore, we learn that some people perceive Emmett as stupid
like when he showed Lucy his double couch idea and she thought it was awful showing
some people think Emmet lacks in intelligence. We also learn that Emmet thinks
he is not unique or special and thinks he has no heroic qualities and needs to
be told what to do showing. He has no leadership qualities or independence as
well.
The trailer is very effective in promoting the film as it
displays Emmitt as an ordinary man and an unlikely hero. The trailer shows how good-humoured
Emmet is and how he lacks in physically abilities which is ironic as
traditionally heroes are supposed to be extremely strong and athletic. So, the trailer
provides entertainment through a comedic aspect as Emmitt is the complete
opposite to a hero due to him struggling to do a jumping Jack and not wanting
to be special. The trailer is also
appealing to the audience as it provides escapism and allows people to have a laugh
and a giggle. Emmet is also an unlikely hero as he does not complain about his overpriced
coffee due to him wanting to fit in whereas Batman would have been the complete
opposite. The trailer also helps some people
connect who feel like they are ordinary and inspires them to think they are special
and can achieve things.
10/10 Very good level of detail and argument. You show clear understanding of how Emmet is constructed as a character and you support your points convincingly with evidence.
ReplyDeleteIn answering the second question, you thoughtfully note that certain audiences (such as younger children) could look on Emmet as an uplifting example of an ordinary boy who overcomes his self-doubt to be his best self. You also note the comedy; you could have drawn attention to the appeal of the action adventure genre.