The Intouchables
The
untouchables is a French film directed by Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano in
2011 about the tale of two people of different ages from juxtaposed backgrounds
finding friendship In the most unlikely way. There are many themes, representations
and uses of symbolism shown through the use of mise en scene, editing and
cinematography all used to add impact and affect to the film.
there are many themes throughout this film, the main theme being friendship shown through the use of
representation of lower class black subcultures in Driss and the stereotypical
aristocrat shown in Philippe is used very well in this film to create a comedic
affect. This stereo type is specifically shown through mise en scene with the
use of costume specifically Driss wearing a baggy coat and jeans and Philleppe
wearing stereotypical aristocrat clothing with a shirt and handkerchief. This
emphasises the juxtaposition between the two through the difference I close
they wear and really creates an impact of how un likely yet symbolic their
friendship is. The difference in class is also shown through location with
Driss living in a Council estate and Philepe living in a closed off mansion. Friendship is also shown between the two through
Another theme shown, also shown through the use of location, in this film is power between Philippe and Driss. We see the power of money with Philippe having a lot of money and Driss having little to nothing, the power is shown through the location as Philippe lives in a considerably larger house and is also waited on hand and foot. This power through location is symbolised in Omar's performance as he is amazed and belittled by Philippe's house. its Also shown through the use of little props like glasses of water as Philippe demands for water and Driss obeys showing who is in charge. Philipe's power is also shown in the end of the film when they go parachuting this is shown in the editing with Driss saying he want go on it even though Philipe demands, but then a harsh cut is shown of Driss ending up strapped in, showing Philippe gets what he wants. However this then changes as Driss is physically stronger, shown by the deliberate use of the character that parks outside Philippe gate. Driss' power is shown through cinematography with high angled shots looking up at him in this scene.
Another Theme shown in this film is family, this is shown between Driss' relationship with his brother and Philippe with his daughter. the theme and message of family means everything is shown with miss en scene and the medium shot of driss walking with his family at the train station and the bags being used as props showing Driss' love when he helps his aunty carry them.b Philippe and his daughter also pot ray this message through Philippe's performance with him raising his voice at her seeming like he's being harsh, but really he's trying to care for her.
in conclusion the film Intouchables is a well rounded film showing important messages through the use of miss en scene, cinematography and editing. adding comedic values to a drama through they stereotypes of Driss, this being don with his costume and his performance with the way he moves and speaks, which is then counter acted with the way that he cares for Philippe.
Another theme shown, also shown through the use of location, in this film is power between Philippe and Driss. We see the power of money with Philippe having a lot of money and Driss having little to nothing, the power is shown through the location as Philippe lives in a considerably larger house and is also waited on hand and foot. This power through location is symbolised in Omar's performance as he is amazed and belittled by Philippe's house. its Also shown through the use of little props like glasses of water as Philippe demands for water and Driss obeys showing who is in charge. Philipe's power is also shown in the end of the film when they go parachuting this is shown in the editing with Driss saying he want go on it even though Philipe demands, but then a harsh cut is shown of Driss ending up strapped in, showing Philippe gets what he wants. However this then changes as Driss is physically stronger, shown by the deliberate use of the character that parks outside Philippe gate. Driss' power is shown through cinematography with high angled shots looking up at him in this scene.
Another Theme shown in this film is family, this is shown between Driss' relationship with his brother and Philippe with his daughter. the theme and message of family means everything is shown with miss en scene and the medium shot of driss walking with his family at the train station and the bags being used as props showing Driss' love when he helps his aunty carry them.b Philippe and his daughter also pot ray this message through Philippe's performance with him raising his voice at her seeming like he's being harsh, but really he's trying to care for her.
in conclusion the film Intouchables is a well rounded film showing important messages through the use of miss en scene, cinematography and editing. adding comedic values to a drama through they stereotypes of Driss, this being don with his costume and his performance with the way he moves and speaks, which is then counter acted with the way that he cares for Philippe.
Rahim this is a good start moving away from a description of just the plot to an analysis of the intended meaning of the filmmaker and that of the audience. I think that you have gone a little too shy of plot however as we need to understand what Driss is doing in Phillipes life and vice-versa. You have touched on some very pertinent points, well done. Always proof read your work!
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