Question.2289 - Quo Vadis, Aida? See link https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8633462/Links to an external site. Watch the assigned film. THEN address these points: Make sure each point is addresses separately. Give a brief plot summary of the film. What genre was the film and how do you support your answer? What is the theme of the film? Type your favorite quote or the scene you enjoyed the most and why. Choose one FORM and address it in your review. Forms are such techniques, cinematography, screenplay, directing, lighting, editing, sound, scoring, acting, etc. What other film, social cause, or events does this film remind you of and why?
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Discussion Hello Professor, considering thematic resonance, "Quo Vadis, Aida?" tends to represent thematic potency in its unflinching exploration of war within the scope of costing human lives, to be more specific - it swivels around genocide by navigating the complexities of individual agency versus systemic oppression.?I believe it?was done by the director with the intent to highlight the desperation and resilience of those literally caught in war circumstances.?The plot intends to drive around completing the emotional arc like: for instance - from the initial hope to crushing despair, with an intent to resonate the emotions with the audience. I personally felt it worked quite well since it has a lasting impact on me, leaving the impression of the tragedy of Srebrenica.? Secondly, considering artistic execution, based on my observation, I felt the handle held camera shots were reminiscent of cin?ma verit?, which gave the feel of actually being in the event of chaos with persistent confusion of UN camp, while several shots were kept with tight framing and shallow depth of field, that enabled us to connect with the characters struggle. The color palette employed in the film was also kept pale, or I'd say it was mute, with cold blue and blackish-grey filters dominant throughout the film; I believe the director intended to convey the bleakness of the situation. While on the other hand, the sparse utilization of non-diegetic sound amplified the tension and dread. In terms of editing, I felt the cuts were rapid and jarring juxtapositions in order to convey a sense of emergency and impending doom to the audience.? Lastly, interlinking the film to socio-political commentary, while it is blatant that the film critiques the internal community's failure to prevent the Srebrenica genocide, as it exposes the impotence of peacekeeping forces in the face of overwhelming aggression and the tragic consequences of political inaction, and reflecting on the impotence of peacekeeping interventions; the film's portrayal of the Dutchbat soldiers who?were caught?between their duty that is protect and their inability to act decisively tends to raise questions about how limited humanitarian intervention among ethical complexities of war; while reflecting on the ongoing struggle for justice and accountability. Assignment Hello Professor, considering the plot of the film "Quo Vadis, Aida?" which is set in Srebrenica (Bosnia) in the time frame mid-1990s centering around the character named Aida (a local school teacher who also works as a translator for the UN camp), a peacekeeper during the Bosnian war; as the Serbian army advances and takes over the town, among the people are Aida's family and thousands of others seek refuge in the Un camp, now the story directs itself towards Aida gains access to critical information and faces a harrowing race against time to save her family from the impending genocide. I would say the film would fit under historical drama since it tries to accurately depict the real-life struggle of the Srebrenica massacre; however, it has certain scenes that show itself as a thriller - particularly when Aida's desperate attempts to secure her family.?The film's theme centers around oppressive war and the sort?of consequences?common?people have to face; the film intends to depict helplessness in the face of overwhelming power and the struggle for survival amidst human connection and resilience during war?times.? My favorite scene was the raw, aggressive emotion depicted through mourning, by consistently exposing masses to vulnerability and threat - while people never fail to rebuild hope yet grieving what was lost - this is during the climax scene. Also, in?the scene when Aida stands outside the UN camp witnessing the busses filled with people, including younger boys, being taken away while in this scene the camera is positioned to show Aida's emotions that are implying the horrific fate; there is no narration or any dialogue this is more of a visual storytelling.? Since camera positioning was mentioned, the?cinematography in the film?gives switches between a handheld camera that walks among the people in the Camp to wider static shots, giving the film a sense of realism, while framing is often claustrophobic, meaning it?is kept?tight to show raw emotions but I feel it justified because it draws us into the harsh experience of struggle, even the tone of the film the color palette?is kept?pale, although there are day shots in the film, they seem sorrowful with bleakness color tone. The film inevitably promotes comparisons to historical dramas like Nolan's Schindler's List or even the wartime drama "The Pianist," reminding the failure of international peacekeeping missions, as seen in the Rwandan genocide and the ongoing conflict in Syria. In conclusion, the film provides an unflinching portrayal of the Srebrenica massacre, reminding the audience of some of the grave historical tragedies.More Articles From Film and Movies
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