Analysis of 'Rubber'

Rubber is another feature length film and was the only one that I found that also has an inanimate object as the main character of the feature.

The techniques used to personify the tyre in this film are some that I will be able to pay homage to in my short film:

• Reaction shots to show that this is out of the ordinary and to represent the inanimate object as frightening.
• Music to illustrate emotions of the inanimate object as well as create tense or humorous atmosphere.
• The use of silence in confrontational situations between the Tyre and other characters to create tension and fear.
• Following tense moments with light hearted music which creates comedy.

These techniques are ones that I am likely to use in my short film however I will have less time to personify the inanimate object as the film will only be 5 minutes long so it is important that I use these techniques quickly and efficiently.

The music used in this film creates the most comedy, as it contrasts with what someone would usually think after murder etc. After serious incidents the music quickly cuts in with loud, up beat, feel good music which makes us laugh at something that normally wouldn't be considered humorous which is the effect that I would like to have in my short film so I will use this technique to try and gain the same effect.

In terms of getting the inanimate object to move. This film uses a motor inside the Tyre to get it to turn whereas with a skateboard I will mostly push the board into the shot and use string to pull the board in the direction that I want it go.