What do you think the director is trying to communicate to the audience through this scene? Pay attention to a few key elements and symbols.

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What do you think the director is trying to communicate to the audience through this scene? Pay attention to a few key elements and symbols.

What is the importance of Ben being able to see his parent’s mouths moving but not hearing any sound?

Asked by Aleyda H #1201292 on 10/6/2022 1:05 PM

Last updated by Aslan on 10/6/2022 4:37 PM

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Answered by Aslan on 10/6/2022 4:37 PM

Again, the isolation and alientaion that Ben feels. The view through his mask is myopic: a symbol of the world that is estranged to him. The bottom of the pool is a place to hide.

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