TS - Editing Flashcards
How are freeze frames used in the opening sequence to provide an insight into each of the main characters?
Renton as mischievous, Sick boy as cool and argumentative, Begbie as violent and sadistic, Spud as a foolish loser and Tommy as strong and determined. These freeze frames disrupt the continuity of the narrative in order to foreshadow the traits of each character.
What editing techniques have been used in the spud interview sequence and how do they create a comedic effect?
The use of jump cuts conveys to effects of amphetamine spud is on and his hyperactive behaviour. This effect is enhanced with a series of close ups and long shots. This sequence also conveys ideologies of gen x who display a casual disdain for authority and had become disillusioned with the capitalist state
