Characterisation & Themes by Aziza Sarkis https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r Include quotations from the film and explain what theme they represent and what they contribute to the characterisation en-us 2019-03-19 21:34:31 UTC 2026-02-05 06:26:37 UTC hello@padlet.com "It's not a house it's a HOME https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099110 Darryl Kerrigan states this quote in the first courtroom scene. The assertive tone that Darryl uses in this dialogue reveals that the house is a key component to his identity as well as the overarching family identity. The home consists of memories, stories and love that the family has shared over the years and thus losing it will be symbiotic with losing a core component of the Kerrigan family's identity. ]]> 2019-03-19 21:44:23 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099110 "Tell 'im 'e's dreamin' " https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099294 This ocka statement communicates the relationship between Steve, the ideas man and his father Darryl. This recurring statement reveals the common interest of the trading post between father and son. ]]> 2019-03-19 21:45:21 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099294 "Dad still can’t work out how he got it so cheap. It’s worth almost as much today as when we bought it" https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099378 The simplicity of the family and low standards of living is proven through this quote, it also reinforces how valuable the house is to Mr Kerrigan.]]> 2019-03-19 21:45:46 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099378 "You little ripper! Thanks lads." https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099528 This use of ocker language reveals the Australian identity and culture of the main character Darryl. Darryl's typical Aussie identity comes through in inappropriate moments as this dialogue is from the last courtroom scene, which is meant to be a formal setting. The Australian identity can be perceived as rowdy and uncivilsed. This idea is reinforced in this scene through Darryl's ocker language and colloquialisms. ]]> 2019-03-19 21:46:28 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099528 “Champion greyhound” https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099738 - represents Lorry 
- reoccurring motif of the greyhound reinforcing that Lorry is a valuable individual contributing to his identity 
- large part of Darryl’s identity and something he’s proud of]]> 2019-03-19 21:47:22 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343099738 "How's the serenity? So much serenity" https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343100773 Calm before the storm motif and enables the viewers to have a break from the stress of the movie as we see Mr Kerrigan relax in the midst of his fight to keep his house. Communicates Darryl's personal identity as he is always trying to reinforce positivity into the situation.]]> 2019-03-19 21:52:08 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343100773 'What do you call this, dar?" https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343102724 The 'Aussie' term of endearment that Darryl uses to his wife Sal reinforces the idea that their relationship is what shapes the family. Sal's identity of the housewife is emphasised in this recurring statement as.]]> 2019-03-19 22:02:01 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343102724 "Oh Steve could you move the Camira I need to get the Torana out so I can get to the Commodore. Steve – I’ll have to get the keys to the Cortina if I’m gonna move that Camira. Darryl – Yeah watch the boat mate" https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343103374 Australian culture and family identity is proven through this quote as they own typical Aussie cars and a boat. ]]> 2019-03-19 22:05:04 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343103374 “Taking more than that, so much more” https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343103623 - house isn't just a home it is the heart of a family's identity
- memories, experiences, family identity will be lost if the house was taken away ]]> 2019-03-19 22:06:34 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343103623 “Built from love and memories” https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343103824 This dialogue metaphor in the dialogue in the film shows the deep love and connection between the family and their home as it is where all their love and memories are centered. This suggests that the house has their love and memories imbedded in it's walls. ]]> 2019-03-19 22:07:50 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343103824 "I bet they don’t have places like this in Thailand Con!" https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343103883 Full flex with Bonniedoon on Con and his Thailand trip. Proves their simplistic style of living and appreciation for their life as they are content with what they have and make the most of it.]]> 2019-03-19 22:08:10 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343103883 “Thanks Loz” https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343104587 - This alludes to the australian culture, “loz” → names are shortened in Australia
- Community → Larry is respected amongst Darryl therefore owns the right to have a nickname 
- Highlights acceptance of Larry in Darryl’s life 
- Shows how appreciative Darryl is of Larry]]> 2019-03-19 22:12:32 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343104587 We're going to Bonnie Doon song https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343106002 2019-03-19 22:19:38 UTC https://padlet.com/asarkis/su0046clhh0r/wish/343106002