Representations & Styling

In order to ensure that the characters are clearly portrayed in a certain way to the audience, I have created a mood board gathering all the research I have made into the appearance of both protagonist and antagonist characters, through the use of props I will ensure that characters are portrayed in either a negative or positive light. As shown, for the antagonist I have included both genders as this will develop the sub-genre of romance further, the type of masculine antagonist I am attempting to portray is the Jock stereotype that is always attempting to fight with other men, they are strong and always avoid being emotional which will create an issue within the narrative that must be resolved. The representation on men across all media are dependant on: Strength, Power, Sexual attractiveness Physique and independence, through the use of props such as a large gun, this will emphasise strength power and sexual attractiveness as the phallic shape will reflect the sexual attractiveness where as the power and strength will be reflected upon the violence that the gun connotes. Making the antagonist appear weaker and less dominant, I have provided them with a smaller gun to reflect lack of masculinity and power which supports binary opposite theory, as the opposites will drive the narrative further, almost like a fight for 

masculinity.

I have made the protagonist appear smart and sophisticated to reflect his professionalism and focus, with little stubble this could reflect the fact that he is rather dangerous as he doesn’t confine to social standards. Furthermore, I have made the female protagonist appear dominant and fierce which juxtaposes against the typical female role of being sexualised as she is in control of herself. The use of the black leather suite suggests that she is edgy and mysterious which goes well with her darker, smokier make up. despite the fact she is wearing heels and may suggest seduction of some sort, instead, I have used the heels to make her similar height to the male protagonist to show equality between the two.

Where the antagonist is concerned, I have made him appear less professional and more criminal, with items such as sunglasses and hats to cover his face which could also show mystery, the use of the ordinary clothing makes the character appear more realistic which seemed to appeal to the target audience when discussing in the focus group.