An environmental activist takes three people hostage in an attempt to seek revenge against an international oil firm. But with the police closing in, he discovers he has made a terrible mistake...
Based on a true story, this dark comedy about an environmentalist hijacking gone wrong is heightened by edgy camera movements and by (seemingly) being filmed in one shot.
In French with English subtitles.
Genre: Drama
Country of Origin: France
Medium/Content: Colour, Sound, Live Action, Fiction, Subtitles
Clip Length: 07:05
Age Group: S4-S6
Play up until 00:15 seconds. What does impact does the music have? How does the music build tension?
Discuss the use of a handheld camera for shooting this film. Why do you think that this method was chosen? What effect does it have on the overall film?
Discuss the lighting throughout the film. What effect does this have?
After the initial intro music, there is only diegetic sound included in the film. What effect does this have?
When he realises that he has taken the wrong people hostage, what lets us know that the Hostage taker is starting to panic? What does the audience see and hear?
We do not see the hostages being taken – what tells us that that they are being held against their will?
Discuss the plot twist of this film. Did you expect that to happen? What did you like or not like about it?
Can you think of other films that have an unexpected plot-twist? Which is your favourite?
* Make an advert for TV encouraging people to all do our part and look after the planet.
* Create a story board outlining an ending for the film, detailing what happens to the antagonist.
Genre: Drama
Country of Origin: France
Medium/Content: Colour, Sound, Live Action, Fiction, Subtitles
Clip Length: 07:05
Education Level: Senior Phase