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English Essay 3
One Night the Moon
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| “This land is mine” and “This land is me” | The juxtaposition showcases the ways in which Jim and Albert’s opinions differ. This causes the viewer to reflect on the difference between ownership and belonging. |
| “This land is mine” and “This land is me” PT2 | This contrast exposes the racial prejudice underlying in Jim’s worldview, as his belief in ownership leads him to dismiss Albert's deep cultural connection to the land simply because he is indigenous. |
| “God was good, black was never white” | Antithesis places religious purity next to racial prejudice. Shows that Jim sees the world in a very rigid, racist way, where he believes two races can never be equal or treated the same. |
| “God was good, black was never white” Effect on viewer | The reader is forced to acknowledge the blatant racism displayed by Jim, causing outrage at the unjust statement. |
| Jim demands Albert not to assist in the search effort due to the colour of his skin | A POV shot of Jim and Albert during this scene effectively showcases the racial prejudice, eliciting feelings of disgust and disappointment in the reader towards Jim and his unfair treatment of indigenous people. |
| “Bank breathing down my neck-” | Use of alliteration and a metaphor reinforces the stereotype of the man as the financial provider, showing how Jim feels pressured to remain strong and in control. |
| “Bank breathing down my neck-” Effect on viewer | This causes the viewer to recognise how gender roles trap him in a role where he cannot show vulnerability or accept help. |
| “Every day I'm with the child” | uses first person language and domestic imagery to emphasise Rose's role as the primary caregiver to Emily. This reinforces the traditional gender stereotype that women are responsible for domestic and emotional labour. |
| “Every day I'm with the child” Challenge | The film challenges this by later showing Rose as the only parent willing to seek assistance from Albert, providing a contrast between her courage and leadership with Jim’s anger and stubbornness. |
| Ryan’s are at home and Jim is bleeding a sheep whereas Rose and Emily are hanging out washing. | A close up shot of the slaughter depicts the physical, outdoor labour heavily associated with men. In contrast, a wide shot of the mother chasing Emily through the washing reflects the stereotypical expectations of women. |
| Ryan’s are at home and Jim is bleeding a sheep whereas Rose and Emily are hanging out washing. Effect on viewer. | This causes the viewer to reflect on these gender roles later in the film when they contribute to the downfall of the family. |