1. Steve Neale states that 'Genre is instances of repetition and difference.' Repetition and difference do apply and apply to the
clip viewed because in the scene with the two characters they are engaging in
conversation in the flashback. This is an example of Film Noir. The Film Noir genre includes a
criminal, being set in an urban location with an investigator, however, this investigator in the clip is not like the stereotypical ones which huge dark coats but instead wears a dark hoodie which still differentiates him from society appearance wise. In addition Mr Robot is also different because the characters are not typical stereotypical
characters but are more modern and been taken place in a public area with no
shouting or actual physical violence which shows that Steve Neales quote of Film Noir does not apply in this clip. The scenery of Mr Robot is very dark which is another significant feature of Film Noir. This character also demonstrates a bleak view of humanity which is common in this genre. On the other hand, the clip viewed does
follow the same motive of the investigator. Not all of Film Noir is mentioned
such as the physical violence. In conclusion, i believe that Steve Neales quote is not competently linked with the clip as there are instances of repetition and differences.
2. The clip establishes character from right
from the beginning when there is a black screen with the credits and only the
main characters voice. This sets the scene. We hear him speaking in his head,
which is interior monologue and non-diegetic sound. The character
continues to speak explaining his view on the rich and upper class and how they
control everything. The scene starts of on one person and then zooms out to give
a bigger picture to the audience. They are viewed as bad people as its in Film
Noir and they are arguing. This establishing shot sets the scene
with tall buildings in the background further portraying the people in suits
power. This is known as mise en scene. The confrontation between the two
characters establishes initiate narrative as a flashback to give the audience
background information on the character. As they talk we learn all about his
views on criminals and the current capital system. From the monologue to the
flashback there is a change is music and close up shot of main character. This
is non-linear narrative structure. Later the continuity of editing is slow but
it gradually speeds up as the tension grows and the music changes. this speeding up of editing suggests the show will be fast paced and intense. At first
there is diegetic sound but after the suspense beings non-diegetic sound starts
to play. In cinematography there is another establishing shot of Ron’s coffee
which is important as the scene carries on. This suggests that there might be an argument further on in the scene as the main character hates business owners with lots of money, as they are capitalists and he is talking to the person who owns the business. There is a conflict of interest and they are both different. Finally, Mr Robot uses theremain character talking in his head which is interior monologue and diegetic sound. as the audience we are now in his head and see that he doesn't like how people are ruling like gods without permission. There is tension between the two characters as there is a heart beat like sound which represents panic, trouble and fear. Everything is getting more intense
