Chapter 19
Since the question I plan on addressing first is one of the densest ones, I will be dedicating this separate blog post to it. I will address this question while in a Get ready With Me(GRWM), as I believe it suits the topic I will discuss. The question reads, “How does your product use or challenge conventions and how does it represent social groups or issues?”. For this question I will begin with an overview of my thriller genre. After establishing the key elements of thriller films and identifying which ones are incorporated into my film I can examine in detail how these components are integrated into society and what or whom they may symbolize. Then I will discuss what all these elements come together to represent. Please note I will be referencing points made in previous chapters of my blog as well as my class notes regarding the CCR questions which I have dedicated a separate blog post to breaking down. Additionally, I will be adding a few of the images I want to include in my GRWM.
Script
Hi, I'm Eden Baloul, and today I'm going to be talking about "Inescapable," specifically focusing on its opening scene.
As a thriller, "Inescapable" captivates a diverse audience, with a variety of age groups and not setting any gender boundaries. Audiences are drawn to the genre's ability to keep them on the edge of their seats, and "Inescapable" accomplishes this by creating suspense while telling the story. The presence of an antagonist constantly keeps the protagonist, Catalina, on edge, intensifying the audience's engagement. Sound plays a crucial role in conveying this tension, with stings used to intensify the tone at certain times and classy piano music at others, setting an elegant tone. All adding layers to the narrative and further developing Catalina's character. Throughout the film, I used low-key lighting and avoided showing a clear shot of my protagonist, which I learned from Christopher Nolan’s Inception, can add to the mystery of a film.
Catalina, serves as a protagonist, challenging typical stereotypes associated with women in thriller films. Instead of portraying just a seductive woman who is essentially an accomplice to a powerful man she is portrayed as a sophisticated, elegant, and fiercely independent woman who is that powerful person.
The narrative of "Inescapable" revolves around three key points: Catalina's disguise (wig), her act of fleeing (suitcase), and her constantly being watched(camera/window POV). These elements establish the conflict of the character, drawing the audience deeper into Catalina's story. Since the film lacks dialogue, the audience is dependant on visuals to understand the narrative. This way of telling the story helps viewers feel more involved, letting them see how Catalina handles dangerous situations quickly and effectively in order to protect herself.
"Inescapable" isn't just another thriller; it reflects on today’s society. Catalina is representative of strong women in a male dominant sphere. We’ve all heard the saying “marry rich,” and typically it refers to men being the rich ones and women being those who need the man. Catalina is strong, rich, feminine, and knows how to protect herself, which is something that still today many women are assumed to be incapable of doing, needing a man’s protection, like him handling the gun, which in this film she does herself. Additionally, the security cameras are a symbol of the constant surveillance we face in today's world; nothing goes unseen or unheard.
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