Tsotsi: Opening Scene Flashcards
1
Q
Cinematography
A
Low angle shot looking up at Tsotsi showing spectators that he is the leader and has authority within the group
2
Q
Tsotsi’s authority
A
Tsotsi has authority without words
3
Q
Outfits:
A
Modern day stereotypical idea of what a thug should look like
- hoodies
- leather jacket
4
Q
“5+4=11”
A
Shows lack of education and poverty
- no money for school
- poor area in society
5
Q
Hollywood influences
A
Hollywood style gangs:
- following leader (Tsotsi) in a v-shape formation
- seem hardcore
- not to be messed with
6
Q
Hollywood elements:
A
Appeals to an international audience
- audience can relate bc of seeing Hollywood gangsters in films such as Goodfellas
7
Q
Kwaito music
A
- popular music for culture
- harsh sound matching their harsh exterior
- sound matches the persona of a thug
