The Deer Hunter - Russian Roulette Scene

In what ways does the clip shock?
The clip shocks the audience through the violence which is shown that goes against humanity. The audience automatically feel a sense of shock when human life is clearly disrespected as people are being made to shoot themselves in the head for the fun of others. The element of shock created within this clip allows the audience to place value on their life and be aware of the violent incidents taking place elsewhere. Furthermore, the fact that two best friends are chosen to play against each other further creates a sense of shock for the audience.

Does the scene provide any feeling of uplift? 
Aswell as the clip creating a feeling of shock, it also provides a feeling of uplift. The feeling of uplift is felt when Michael and Nicky are forced to play against each other and it actually results in them shooting the enemies and escaping. They also manage to rescue their other friend and the three men are free. Due to the violent incidents shown at the beginning of the clip, when the three men manage to escape a major feeling of uplift is created for the audience.

How does the clip make you feel? 
The clip made me feel sympathetic towards the victims and what they were being put through. For example, when being slapped around the face multiple times and when being made to shoot themselves as some of the victims were clearly in a bad mental state due to the situation they were trapped in.

Self Review - Year 12

WWW -
> Achieved good grade in coursework.
> Kept notes and folder organised to make revision easier.

EBI -
> I started revision earlier.
> Create revision plan.

Targets for Year 13 -

> Meet all deadlines for coursework.
> Start revision earlier for exam topics.