Pan’s Labyrinth Context Flashcards
What do we mean by ‘context’?
Everything that exists outside of the film text.
What different types of ‘context’ must we consider?
- Social
- Political
- Cultural
- Historical
- Production
- Technological
Why is the study of the context important to understanding a particular film?
No film is made in a vacuum. Every single film is a product of its time.
What was the Spanish Civil War?
A war between the Republicans (left-leaning democrats) and the Nationalists (right-leaning conservatives) from 1936 to 1939.
Who won the Spanish Civil War?
The Nationalists, led by General Franco.
How long did General Franco rule Spain?
36 years.
What ideology are the Nationalists considered to represent?
Fascism.
What was the economic impact of the Spanish Civil War on Spain?
The war left Spain economically ravaged, and recovery was very slow.
What type of government did Franco establish in Spain?
A one-party state.
What support did Franco’s regime receive?
Support from Nazi Germany.
What methods did Franco use for political suppression?
- Concentration camps
- Forced labour
- Executions
How were women treated under Franco’s regime?
Women were greatly suppressed and expected to fulfill traditional roles.
What roles were women prohibited from holding under Franco?
- Judges
- Professors
What legal consequence did women face for fleeing abusive husbands?
They could be legally arrested for abandoning the family home.
What did Franco believe in regarding monarchy?
He was a great believer in the monarchy and restored it before his death.
Who became Franco’s successor?
King Juan Carlos I.
What direction did King Juan Carlos I lead Spain towards?
Democracy.
Where can political, cultural, and socio-historical factors be seen in Pan’s Labyrinth?
Reflected in various elements of the film.
