In the very end, some over-the-shoulder shots are used to show both Maude and the cop during their conversation. When they try to leave on the cop’s motorcycle, Harold can be seen by using an over-the-shoulder shot over Maude’s shoulder. This shot is used to show Harold coming to Maude before they leave.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Summary And Analysis Of The Tree-planting Sequence
- Camera Work
- Analysis Of Maude's Behavior
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This analysis delves into the scene where Maude and Harold are stopped for planting a stolen tree in the film "Harold and Maude". It examines the interactions between Maude, Harold, and the policeman, analyzing the camera work used to depict the scene and its contribution to the overall narrative. It also explores the complex character of Maude and her disregard for conventional behavior, arguing for a nuanced understanding of her actions.
- Analysis of the interactions between Maude, Harold, and the policeman.
- Examination of the camera work used in the scene.
- Exploration of Maude's disregard for conventional behavior.
- Understanding the motivations behind Maude's actions.
- Analysis of the scene's contribution to the overall narrative of the film.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Summary And Analysis Of The Tree-planting Sequence: This section provides a detailed account of the events leading up to, during, and after the encounter between Maude, Harold, and the policeman. It analyzes the dialogue and interactions between the characters, revealing the characters' personalities and motivations. This analysis is further supported by the examination of the film's camera work.
- Camera Work: This section analyzes the specific camera techniques used in the scene, highlighting how the camera angles and movements enhance the narrative and evoke specific emotions and themes. It explores how the camera work contributes to the overall understanding of the characters and their actions.
- Analysis Of Maude's Behavior: This section dives into the complex character of Maude, focusing on her disregard for conventional behavior and the potential interpretations of her actions. It examines the motivations behind her actions, exploring the contradictions within her personality and the impact of her behavior on both the narrative and the viewer's understanding.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This analysis focuses on the themes of disregard for authority, unconventional behavior, freedom, nature, and the complexities of human nature. It also explores the use of camera work as a storytelling device in film, highlighting the impact of specific camera techniques on the viewer's understanding of the narrative and the characters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the tree-planting sequence in "Harold and Maude"?
The scene highlights the interaction between Maude's disregard for authority and Harold's growing connection to her unconventional lifestyle, set against the backdrop of their attempt to save a tree.
Which camera shots are used in the conversation with the cop?
The film uses over-the-shoulder shots to depict the dialogue between Maude and the policeman, creating a sense of intimacy and showing the characters' reactions during the encounter.
How does Maude behave towards authority in this scene?
Maude shows a complete disregard for conventional behavior and police authority, treating the situation with a mix of fearlessness and a unique moral logic.
What is the narrative purpose of this sequence?
The sequence serves to further define Maude's character as a free spirit and demonstrates how Harold is increasingly drawn into her world of freedom and nature.
How does the camera work depict Harold's role in the scene?
By using shots over Maude's shoulder to show Harold approaching, the camera emphasizes his supportive role and his integration into Maude's adventurous actions.
- Quote paper
- Tim Blume (Author), 2009, Movie: „Harold And Maude“ – Summary And Analysis Of The Tree-planting Sequence, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/178136
