SnatchTrailer Analysis

Character Types (Narrative)

Turkish is the Protagonist and Tommy is his Helper. The

helper (sidekick) is a common archetype associated with the pro and antagonist. Another is the “damsel in distress "who usually has to be rescued. In contrast to this character is the femme fatale. Turkish is also is also very comedic,

which is uncommon for British crime films. This is a Post

modern element. Tommy is “slow” and unintelligent,

which is a common trait for sidekicks.

Cousin Avi is a Antagonist. He also conforms to a American

Gang Leader stereotype.

Micky is another Helper. He also conforms to the Gypsy (Pikey)

stereotype. It is common in crime films unlike other genres to have a gang of helpers. He could also be considered a protagonist and

later turns into a Hero, challenging the stereotype of

Gypsys.

Brick top is a classic British crime film Antagonist. He has all the authority and

he is ruthless and merciless. Also a common thing in British crime films are

the antagonists having being wronged by the protagonists and setting then a challenge to complete to redeem

themselves. Bricktop is the British Gang Leader Stereotype.

Narrative structure

The non linear trailer starts right in the action. This entices the audience. The 1st shot action gives no explanation to what is going on but then the narrative plot of a diamond heist by a American gang through the voice over of the key Protagonist (Turkish) explains it all. This is a common trait as it gives structure to the trailer/film. He also is breaking the 4th wall by talking to the audience, making them feel involved. This is another post modern element. Turkish is also linked through a parallel plot of a boxing match. This Intertwined narrative captures and holds the viewer attention.

‘The Disruption’ is a key part to most crime film trailers. Its where the problem is presented and drama surfaces. This works to entice the audience even more. To further this it is accompanied by text saying “where is my stone” and “your going down”. This hints at the plot and reinforces the enticement. The audience want to know what's going to happen.

Lastly, were introduced to the characters using a post modern element. This being a Spaghetti western influenced graphic sequence using freeze frames. The sequence also gives us insight into the characters purpose and personality. This is common for crime films as it gives the audience more information without giving away to much.

Camera and Mise en Scene

The odd/skewed angles is a postmodern element that helps create a sense of discomfort in the narrative and characters. Also it gives the audience a new/different perspective.

The props, such as Guns and cigarettes help establish a generic British crime film iconography.

Low key lighting (lighting pattern that uses chiaroscuro in the frame to unnerve the audience) implies at the dark themes throughout the film. It also slightly reminds the audience of the style that “Noir films” championed.

The costumes used help create the obvious stereotypes of each character. This tests postmodern conventions of challenging representations.

Sets establish the bleak underworld – illegal bare knuckle boxing arenas. The sets are conform to traditional British crime films. They help establish the bleak underworld of British crime. This is portrayed through places like illegal bare knuckle boxing arenas.

Editing

Within post modern editing they use several techniques. One being Time remapping. This is used to heighten action scenes and thrill the audience. Techniques like still framing are used as anti narrative devices to highlight key frames in the action. This is the accompanied with a voiceover that reminds you Noir films pushes the narratives forward and its themes.

Still frames are also used to show the significance of important characters, this is archived using heavily stylised graphics, similar to Graphic novels. Spaghetti western fonts also add to the postmodernism (Pastiche/homage/intertextuality).

Sound

In the trailer there is a voice over spoke by the lead protagonist, Turkish. He establishes the narrative themes and plot. As a “cheeky cockney” and a anti hero he sets the classic ”crime caper” part.

The fast paced dub plated House/dance music pushes the action and matches the frenetic pace of the plot. It also Remix the 70s iconic Incredible Bongo Bands ‘Apache’.

Diegetic sound uses dialogue from important characters to allow the narrative to be pushed forward. They use non diegetic sounds like rewinding a tape to accompany shots that have been sped up.