After watching "Private" in class we briefly discussed our initial impressions and later got into a much more in-depth analysis. A number of great points were raised, but in an attempt to avoid simply reiterating them I'll supply what I perceived as the most resonating aspects of the film, as well as some unmentioned points not brought up in class.
"Private," while not the most astounding of films, nevertheless had an intriguing plot and ultimately was a testament to how one does not need a large budget or grandiose special effects to make a good movie. The simple cinematography, use of lighting, and the overall tense feeling in each scene are arguably the most successful elements of the piece. They all worked together to instill a very real sense of danger in a believably life-like scenario. The costumes were plain, indicative of a normal family. The set was basic, merely their run-down home and yard. All of which made it seem like someone had literally just happened to record the actual events of a captive wartime family. This was especially achieved through the shaky quality of the camera. One could truly feel as though they were there experiencing the story firsthand.
What struck me most was the role of conflict and its multiple forms present throughout. At first thought one would assume the clash between the family and soldiers to be the crucial one in focus. Yet, after watching the entire feature there seemed to be more contention amidst individual family members than that of the strife with their intruders. Even the soldiers fought amongst themselves! Each character had a very unique mindset concerning the ongoing situation and each desired to handle it differently. This created an intense atmosphere that certainly got this viewer caught up in the drama.
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