Q. Compare and contrast how effectively the two texts you have studied address key ideas which they have in common
A protagonist’s journey to escape the boundaries of the identity assigned to them as indigenous people is the central feature of both "The absolutely true diary of a part-time indian” (2008) by Sherman Alexie and "Beneath clouds" (2002) by Ivan Sen. Context is essential in order to understand the challenges the characters have to overcome in order to fulfil their pursuits. The manner in which these thematic concerns are conveyed differ among the two texts with “Beneath Clouds” utilising cinematic techniques while “Part-time indian” employs literary features. However visual imagery is essential in the portrayal of key ideas in both …show more content…
The barren landscape in the introductory shot of “Beneath Clouds” emphasises the isolation of the town in which Lena lives which reinforces the barriers that she must overcome in order to escape the vicious circle of poverty. The lack of life in the image also symbolises the lack of opportunity available to young Indigenous Australians. However, Lena’s resilience is symbolised in the extreme long shot of her and a teenage mother. A large amount of desolate landscape dominates the shot while Lena and the mother are depicted as mere fragments of the image which reflects the unrelenting and overpowering nature of their situation. Furthermore the blue sky which is covered in clouds is a visual metaphor for Lena’s struggles as she must fight to rise above the “clouds” of poverty and addiction in order to obtain a superior life which is represented by the picturesque blue sky. The teenage mother serves a stark reminder of what the constraints of aboriginal life can do to young girls but Lena’s refusal to submit to this lifestyle is symbolised by her walking in the opposite …show more content…
The fact that hope and home are in opposite directions in Junior’s perspective emphasises the difficulty he faces in order to escape the dysfunction of the reservation as in order to further himself, he must leave his family behind. However, Arnold’s determination to escape from the poverty and addiction is evident in the graphic, on page 88, which illustrates recurring images of Junior struggling to get to school despite the various challenge that are placed in his path. The truncated nature and flat tone of sentences indicates the lack of choice and hope. This serves to shows how Junior has accepted disadvantage as a part of life and these situations are mere hindrances to his pursuit of education and a better life. Thus, it is apparent that both texts use visual imagery and symbolism to portray the resilience and determination of their
A protagonist’s journey to escape the boundaries of the identity assigned to them as indigenous people is the central feature of both "The absolutely true diary of a part-time indian” (2008) by Sherman Alexie and "Beneath clouds" (2002) by Ivan Sen. Context is essential in order to understand the challenges the characters have to overcome in order to fulfil their pursuits. The manner in which these thematic concerns are conveyed differ among the two texts with “Beneath Clouds” utilising cinematic techniques while “Part-time indian” employs literary features. However visual imagery is essential in the portrayal of key ideas in both …show more content…
The barren landscape in the introductory shot of “Beneath Clouds” emphasises the isolation of the town in which Lena lives which reinforces the barriers that she must overcome in order to escape the vicious circle of poverty. The lack of life in the image also symbolises the lack of opportunity available to young Indigenous Australians. However, Lena’s resilience is symbolised in the extreme long shot of her and a teenage mother. A large amount of desolate landscape dominates the shot while Lena and the mother are depicted as mere fragments of the image which reflects the unrelenting and overpowering nature of their situation. Furthermore the blue sky which is covered in clouds is a visual metaphor for Lena’s struggles as she must fight to rise above the “clouds” of poverty and addiction in order to obtain a superior life which is represented by the picturesque blue sky. The teenage mother serves a stark reminder of what the constraints of aboriginal life can do to young girls but Lena’s refusal to submit to this lifestyle is symbolised by her walking in the opposite …show more content…
The fact that hope and home are in opposite directions in Junior’s perspective emphasises the difficulty he faces in order to escape the dysfunction of the reservation as in order to further himself, he must leave his family behind. However, Arnold’s determination to escape from the poverty and addiction is evident in the graphic, on page 88, which illustrates recurring images of Junior struggling to get to school despite the various challenge that are placed in his path. The truncated nature and flat tone of sentences indicates the lack of choice and hope. This serves to shows how Junior has accepted disadvantage as a part of life and these situations are mere hindrances to his pursuit of education and a better life. Thus, it is apparent that both texts use visual imagery and symbolism to portray the resilience and determination of their