Lastly is the film technique of symbolism. This is expressed though the chess board scene that occurs just before Roy and Sebastian arrive to meet Tyrell. Symbolism is considered to be an aspect within a film, usually physical, that makes reference to another important idea either in another part of the film, or the real world. The chess board is clearly an example of this, through how, while it does serve the purpose of a chess board, there are many discreet yet noticeable surrounding meanings. As chess is a two-player game, this particular round appears to be between Tyrell and Roy (who has taken over from Sebastian). Ridley Scott makes audiences feel uncomfortable about this game because they do not necessarily trust either players. One
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Music is important throughout this entire film and features in this scene as an electronic crescendo, the synthesised nature giving a robotic feel. Despite this, the most (debatably) important audio technique, is dialogue. This is massively important because it created contrast between the characters and link to the aspect of character and purpose/the film’s ideas. Many key lines are exchanged in the dialogue of this scene. Tyrell’s character appears to have expected Roy’s visit, as if he was waiting for a father son reunion filled with Roy’s gratitude at being created “I’m surprised you didn’t come here sooner”. He also portrays his ‘proper’ and professional manner through stating “I’m afraid that’s against my jurisdiction” – articulating each word to emphasise his prim nature and how he will not break protocol making him appear more mechanic and devoid of emotion because he would not even break the rules to see his ‘son’ live longer. Roy’s demands appear far simpler and less intellectually crafted. Instead he shares, in a deadly quiet voice, “I want more life, father”. The break before he adds in the word ‘father’ adds a condescending tone to it, as if he would never view Tyrell as a father, but instead a destroyer. There is however, some debate as to whether is in …show more content…
In extension to this, Roy shows these very human emotions to Tyrell, yet orders Sebastian “stay” as if he were no more than a dog. This does not however, prove he is merely a robot, for is it not human nature to change depending on the company that surrounds you? Humans cause pain, destruction and issue orders as if they rule the world. In this sense, Roy merely shows being a dictator, and Sebastian the unfortunate civilian, reflected in most wars throughout history such as World War I and II. All of this is in the search of more life, and shows the range of emotions he is capable of feeling, where Tyrell remains calm and in one state of mind. Many films (from Death Becomes Her, released in 1992, to 2012’s Byzantium to 2014’s Dracula Untold) are made surrounding humanity’s obsession with immortality, linking this to Roy makes him seem less like a machine. Tyrell contrasts with this through his opposing description of Roy having done ‘incredible things’. This shrouds Tyrel in a cloud of self-obsession, as he clearly cares
Music is important throughout this entire film and features in this scene as an electronic crescendo, the synthesised nature giving a robotic feel. Despite this, the most (debatably) important audio technique, is dialogue. This is massively important because it created contrast between the characters and link to the aspect of character and purpose/the film’s ideas. Many key lines are exchanged in the dialogue of this scene. Tyrell’s character appears to have expected Roy’s visit, as if he was waiting for a father son reunion filled with Roy’s gratitude at being created “I’m surprised you didn’t come here sooner”. He also portrays his ‘proper’ and professional manner through stating “I’m afraid that’s against my jurisdiction” – articulating each word to emphasise his prim nature and how he will not break protocol making him appear more mechanic and devoid of emotion because he would not even break the rules to see his ‘son’ live longer. Roy’s demands appear far simpler and less intellectually crafted. Instead he shares, in a deadly quiet voice, “I want more life, father”. The break before he adds in the word ‘father’ adds a condescending tone to it, as if he would never view Tyrell as a father, but instead a destroyer. There is however, some debate as to whether is in …show more content…
In extension to this, Roy shows these very human emotions to Tyrell, yet orders Sebastian “stay” as if he were no more than a dog. This does not however, prove he is merely a robot, for is it not human nature to change depending on the company that surrounds you? Humans cause pain, destruction and issue orders as if they rule the world. In this sense, Roy merely shows being a dictator, and Sebastian the unfortunate civilian, reflected in most wars throughout history such as World War I and II. All of this is in the search of more life, and shows the range of emotions he is capable of feeling, where Tyrell remains calm and in one state of mind. Many films (from Death Becomes Her, released in 1992, to 2012’s Byzantium to 2014’s Dracula Untold) are made surrounding humanity’s obsession with immortality, linking this to Roy makes him seem less like a machine. Tyrell contrasts with this through his opposing description of Roy having done ‘incredible things’. This shrouds Tyrel in a cloud of self-obsession, as he clearly cares