Genre
Drama
Language
English
Setting and Context
Elizabeth's house in suburban England.
Narrator and Point of View
There is no narrator, but we see events from the perspective of Glen and Elizabeth.
Tone and Mood
The tone is dark and disturbing.
Protagonist and Antagonist
Elizabeth is arguably the protagonist while Glen is the antagonist.
Major Conflict
The major conflict is the reunion between Glen and Elizabeth, after years spent apart.
Climax
The climax is when we find out Glen might be a figment of Elizabeth's imagination.
Foreshadowing
Glen foreshadows his identity with some strange references when he arrives at Elizabeth's house.
Understatement
Glen arguably understates the role of other people in his abandonment.
Allusions
Glen alludes to many children's nursery rhymes and stories, including "Hickory Dickory Dock."
Imagery
Dark imagery and lighting are used to reflect the dark subject matter.
Paradox
N/A
Parallelism
Parallels are drawn between Glen and Tom, who both haven't grown up in some ways.
Personification
N/A
Use of Dramatic Devices
Glen sometimes speaks directly to the camera, which breaks the fourth wall.
