The Movie Crash Themes

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A common theme throughout the film is the maze and the idea of being lost. In this scene the maze is subtle but indeed is there. As Jack slowly pursues Wendy they move in a very odd route. Weaving in and out of the furniture in the giant room adds this feeling of confusion and feels like the two are moving through a maze. The inferred maze may represent the path to Danny and Wendy is his protector. As the two climb the steps Jack is getting close to Danny only to be stopped by Wendy. Jacks descent down the stairs shows his fall from power and reign over his wife and son. Also, Jacks movements during the scene are toward the camera which is more of an aggressive action. “If the character is a villain, walking toward the camera can seem aggressive,

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