Literature utilizes a variety of conventions to effectively communicate and construct insightful characters. Such conventions are expanded and layered with visual and auditory concepts; this includes the use of body language and dialogue in accordance with mannerisms to deepen character. With the use of the psychoanalytic theory, the complex build of character becomes understandable. By linking theory with text, an analysis of the psychological aspect of the characters in the media clip of The Crown becomes clear and creates connections between conventions used to the mind of characters. Through the psychoanalytic theory, the character of Queen Elizabeth is unraveled as her psyche is revealed in equals parts script and actions, as well as the …show more content…
Her character has less dialogue and conveys most emotions through gesture and expression. The media clip The Crown opens with Queen Elizabeth preparing for her first meeting with Prime Minister Winston Churchill. Her character is shaky, fidgets, and keeps looking around, telltale signs of insecurity and nervousness. Once meeting Winston Churchill, Elizabeth is unsure of the correct etiquette that she is supposed to greet him which is noticeable during the awkward silence. The lack of confidence reflects how Queen Elizabeth feels disoriented in her new role as Queen. His transition was to be done alongside her father, the former king, and therefore is a primary cause of both her shocked conscious and unconscious mind. The fight to maintain her grief suppressed in her unconscious mind, and present a solid public figure of which must be evident in her personas is revealed through her body language. Secondly, through examination of her persona, the Queen’s lack of …show more content…
The theory explores and reveals the suppressed personas and emotions of Queen Elizabeth showing humbleness and development. Prince Philip’s character and struggle s revealed and examined as he begins a new chapter within an unknown environment. Overall the use of the psychoanalytic theory delves into literature to reveal the meaning of conventions and explanation of