Social Realism - WASP

How does Arnold use the form of  Social Realism to develop the character of Zoe?

Arnold develops the character of Zoe in WASP through the forms of Social Realism, for example the dialogue being used throughout the short film. Arnold uses the form of naturalistic dialogue, in the beginning scene where Zoe goes over to visit her neighbour and confronts her about her kicking one of her children this shows she cares about them enough to go and confront another mother. However when Dave asks Zoe on a 'date' to get drinks together he asks about the children with her and she lies to him, and says she's just babysitting someone else's kids. This shows that she may be ashamed of her children and or lifestyle and doesn't want Dave to know they are hers and wants to see him.

Another form of social realism that Arnold uses to develop Zoe's character is the acting, the acting throughout the short film is naturalistic and real. Especially the use of swearing and slang dialogue said between all the characters. 

What filmmaking techniques can you identify and what is their effect?

Sound:

Overlapping dialogue and no music, having no music in the background also shows it as more naturalistic and real life like.

Use of camera (compatibility):

In the beginning use of close ups of their feet going down the stairs showing them living in poverty. As they are going down the stairs there is more close ups of the children and Zoe, the close ups of the kids and them looking messy also amplifies deprivation and that this is real life. Hand held camera movements give a sense of realism. 

Acting:

Naturalistic

Dialogue:

Harsh - use of swearing and slang.

Editing:

Fast paced, gives a sense of chaos and unrest.