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On The Waterfront Scene analysis

On The Waterfront Scene analysis. Georgia, Stefan, Josh and Alison . Penultimate Scene # 1. Discussion.

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On The Waterfront Scene analysis

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  1. On The WaterfrontScene analysis Georgia, Stefan, Josh and Alison

  2. PenultimateScene # 1. Discussion The Second last scene is set on the waterfront, at Jonny Friendly’s shack. In this scene we see Terry seize revenge after his brothers murder. We see Terry’s independence, strength and motivation emerge from his inarticulate and conserved self. Through Terry’s act of rebellion, he stands against the crowd, becoming the man he never was. Through his physical exploitation Terry is able to redeem himself. This scene acts as the climax of the film, and is where Terry truly redeems himself. Through his testimony he is somewhat redeemed, but is still under the influence of Edie and Father Barry. This scene however, shows his moral awakening, and his ability to follow his conscience, in doing so finding revenge for his brothers death. This is further implied when Terry has been beaten to the ground and only manages to rise after he hears that “Jonny Friendly’s laying odd’s that [he] won’t get up”. As Father Barry and Edie help him up, the blocking shows a replication of a boxing ring fighter, indicating once again that he has final, regained what he had so unfairly lost.

  3. Scene # 1. Dialogue • - When Terry is at his physical worst, Father Barry says “You’ve lost the battle, but you can still win the war” • -“Terry's mine, I want him” • -“We’re a law abiding union, understand?”- suppression of truth • -“Your guts are all in your wallet, and your trigger finger” • “I’m standing over here now”, Symbolises his decision go against the corrupt union, showing his transformation, from an outsider to a hero among the longshoreman. • “I’m glad bout what I done to you” • “He don’t work we don’t work”

  4. Scene # 1. Mise en Scene Setting: - Johnny Friendly’s shack showing that Terry is the underdog, being in Johnny’s environment. Emphasising his bravery and courage to fight against the corrupt union.

  5. Symbolism • Symbolism: • The hook: symbolising the dominant force of the corrupt mob, being in control of the longshoreman who act as their puppets • -Juxtaposition: of the liner’s size in comparison to the insignificant but still powerful shack, indicating where the real power lies. • When there is no response after Father Barry asks “What happened?” to the longshoreman, it symbolised the still present morals of the D n’ D code, emphasizing that all is not over

  6. Music • When Terry is refused work long mourning trumpets can be heard. • Loud crashing music is played during the fight scene with Johnny friendly • Then as Father Barry and Edie find Terry bashed and beaten sad violins play a low tune.

  7. Other • Special effects: The fog adds to the claustrophobia of the waterfront and how there is no escape for these longshoremen. • Lighting: Lighting was dim to create the atmosphere of defeat. The lighting is then emphasised even more when it reappears highlighting Terry’s success. • Camera angle: • As the longshoreman are being called in for work, Kazan uses blocking by positioning the longshoreman in a semi circle around Terry, to emphasise his vulnerability and courage as he stands up to the opposing D ‘n’ D crowd. • Panning shot, is used as Terry builds up the courage to fight Friendly, intensifying suspense as the film builds up to the climax.

  8. The Last Scene The last scene takes place when Terry walks up to the Door of the boat shed facing the foreman of the ship company. Despite his poor physical form he pursues his thirst for independence. As the workers file through in a conformist manner, and the door is slid closed behind them we are given the indication that the fight for liberation is yet to be over. At the films conclusion Elia Kazan pushes us to see further than this simple resolution, by the grins Father Barry and Edie’s faces. It then becomes evident that all isn't over.

  9. Music • As Terry makes his way to the hold an inspirational orchestra plays. Showing his determination and courage to go on. This plays throughout the entire scene.

  10. Other • Camera angles: • - This scene is partially filmed through subjective shot to highlight his perspective and emphasise his new found strength to continue. • His blurred vision shows his moral awakening and his struggling path to redemption. • -Blocking of Jonny Friendly as he stumbles through the longshoreman, illustrating that his time of power is over • Symbolism: • When the door encloses Terry and the longshoreman in the work area, a sense of entrapment is exerted, telling us that the waterfront is far from free • The Ship owner wears an expensive suit, showing his power in The waterfront, indicating that nothings changed • Lighting: • As the longshoreman, walk into the shadows, light is not present, and because the light symbolises the truth, leaves us to question weather the future has no truth. • Dialogue: • “I’ll be back”, tells us that all is not over

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