Wednesday 4 January 2017

Ideology and Binary Opposition

BBC QT with Nigel Farage and Russell Brand 


What examples of binary opposition can you suggest from watching this clip?
There is a clear contrast in terms of their views- Farage supports the upper class or the ''economic elites'' whereas Brand is in favor of the working class. There is also a difference in terms of their occupation or status as Brand is a TV personality whereas Farage is a politician. In terms of mise en scene, the fact that they are sitting on opposite sides of the table also show this. Their clothing could also show binary opposition as Brand is wearing casual clothes whereas Farage is wearing a suit. 
What ideologies are on display in this clip?
Based on their views throughout the clip it is clear that they are at different stages of the political spectrum- with Farage being more right wing and Brand being left wing. We can also assume that both of them are dominant figures in society and as a result their views would heavily influence those beneath their social status- which links to the ''two step flow'' model. 

True Romance (1993)


What examples of binary opposition can you suggest from watching your clip?
The two characters are both dressed differently- Clarence is in casual clothes (a hoodie and a jacket) whereas Drexl is dressed in a silk leopard print robe and a hat. They both also speak differently as Drexl curses whereas Clarence is well spoken. They are also different in terms of their accent as well. 
What ideologies are on display in your clip?
It is clear that Drexl is the villain and Clarence is the protagonist. Also since the scene takes place in a strip club it is obvious that Drexl's character (who is a pimp)  is conceited and troublesome. Clarence's character is seen as heroic and dauntless. This is shown when he gives Drexl an envelope containing money, but is actually empty instead.














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