The Kite Runner Directed by Marc Forster - 819 Words

1. â€Å"The Kite Runner†, directed by Marc Forster, is a film that contains many elements; power, childhood, loyalty and bravery. These elements are highlighted in many ways through the use of camera angles, emotional audio, and both verbal and non-verbal communication. 2. Here, Hassan and Amir are discussing kite running, a sport which is very popular among the children in Kabul. It involves two people, one holding the kite spool, and the other controlling the movement of the kite. The idea of the sport is to take down the opponents kites, by cutting or slicing through the kite string. The strings are usually made of razor wire, to allow this. This scene shows Hassan’s absolute loyalty to Amir, and his complete faith in his ability,†¦show more content†¦This could be taken as a self-deprecating remark, or an accusatory jab at Amir and Baba, criticizing them for not providing him with something that could have increased his standing in the world. The medium close shot of Amir’s face as he reads this part shows his guilt about this, as well as his regret about not helping Hassan when he could and should have. His expression also demonstrates sadness over not only the loos of his childhood friend, but also the loss of the opport unity to appease his guilt. Amir’s clothes are symbolic in this scene because they show how he is used to living in America, and how he doesn’t belong in his home country anymore. The repetition of the colours blue and white return our thoughts to the themes of childhood and innocence, Amir wearing white symbolises his innocence and inexperience about what has been occurring in the country since heShow MoreRelatedTurning Point In The Kite Runner1568 Words   |  7 PagesMarc Forster’s The Kite Runner is a 2007 American drama film based on the novel of the same name by Khalid Hosseini. Marc Forster is Film Director, screenwriter and producer. Of the several films directed by Forster, his breakthrough film; Monsters Ball (2001), received several oscar nominations including Best Picture. The Kite Runner beautifully depicts the friendship between Amir and Hassan, and portrays the raw turning point in their friendship which will forever change the both of them. TheRead MoreThe Kite Runner: Forgiveness, Loyalty, and the Quest for Redemption2381 Words   |  10 PagesThe Kite Runner: Forgiveness, Loyalty, and the Quest for Redemption Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner is an award-winning novel and considered one of today’s most popular, contemporary classics. The story is one of familiar themes such as loyalty, forgiveness, betrayal, love, and redemption. It follows the tale of Amir and how he must atone for his sins and find a way to â€Å"be good again† (Hosseini 2). The quintessential message of this book relies on the idea of second chances. Themes of redemption