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This storyboard conveys the events and general atmosphere of our final practical production piece. One of our aims is to capture the brutality and intensity of Vietnam combat, while maintaining a realistic and gritty atmosphere. But at the same time, we want it to have a cinematic feel, and thus conform with many filming conventions. One of which is Todorovs Narrative Structure. The storyboard above shows how the start of our film corresponds with the early stages of Todorovs narrative theory. This is explained below:
THE STAGES OF TODOROV'S THEORY
1. EQUILIBRIUM: A narrative should start with a state of equilibrium and peace, easing viewers into the setting, and introducing the characters. Opposing forces are in balance. Our practical production conveys this stage through the opening 'dream' sequence, wherein protagonist Luke Denton enjoys a quiet moment at home.
2. DISEQUILIBRIUM:The previous state of equilibrium is disrupted by some action. In our piece, this is Denton awakening from his dream, only to realise that he is now in the thick of combat. What follows is intense and harrowing, the intensity is extenuated by the previous subdued moment, creating a contrast.
3. THE RECOGNITION: The recognition stage depicts the characters realisation of the disruption. Whatever action is taking place is now understood, and the characters begin to deal with it. This is displayed by supporting character Andrews conversing with Denton, ascertaining the details of their situation, then formulating an action plan.
4. AN ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE DISRUPTION: The fourth stage speaks for itself; whatever disrupted the initial equilibrium must be dealt with, and this stage depicts the characters struggle. Our characters attempt to deal with the disruption by evacuating the battle via helicopter, so there struggle is getting to the evacuation point.
Given that our practical production is just a film opening, the succeeding stages of Todorov's theory are not depicted.
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