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Girl Asleep Film Analysis

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Girl Asleep

A summery of "Girl Asleep"?

The film Girl Asleep was directed by Rosemary Myers and was written by Matthew Whittet, and is a coming of age film about a girl named Greta who is turning 15 years old. This movie is based on a girl named Greta as she tries to overcome life 's obstacles as a 15 year old as she tries to get her child hood back. As Greta moves into a new school and suburb she struggles to make new friends, she meets a boy named Elliott who takes a liking to her. Greta 's mother throws a surprise birthday party which throws Greta into a parallel world like state where she has to face some of her fears.

What are the themes and features explored through this film?

I believe that some of the themes of "Girl Asleep" are the following, Growing up, fitting in at school, peer pressure and bullying. The …show more content…

What techniques are used?

Many techniques such as camera shots, angles and movement, lighting and visuals, were all used extensively to create the feeling that the film was set in the 1970 's. in particular they made it into a square video that they used to make it feel like you were watching it on an old television, also the clothing, cars, houses and food had all looked like it had come straight from the 1970 's, in particular the lack of technology that they had back then. The creators of the film also made the parallel universe part of the film very surreal to show that she is dreaming.

Conclusion of the movie?

In conclusion the film "Girl Asleep" was a very well planned out film and in my opinion was very interesting and engaging to watch. The techniques used in this film such as camera shots angles and movements, lighting and visuals, all add depth and atmosphere to the fact that the film was made in the 1970 's. The movie coneys some really positive themes, so I would definitely recommend to one of my friends or family.

What would you rate this film?

I would give this film a strong eight and a half out of ten as I really enjoyed this

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