Snatch Trailer Analysis

1. Snatch
Trailer Analysis

2. Character Types
(Narrative)
Turkish is the Protagonist and
Tommy is his Helper. The helper
(sidekick) is a common archetype
associated with the pro and
antagonist. Another is the
“damsel in distress "who usually
has to be rescued. In contrast to
this character is the femme fatale.
Turkish is also is also very
comedic, which is uncommon for
British crime films. This is a Post
modern element. Tommy is
“slow” and unintelligent, which is
a common trait for sidekicks.
Cousin Avi is a Antagonist. He also
conforms to a American Gang Leader
stereotype.
Micky is another Helper. He also
conforms to the Gypsy (Pikey)
stereotype. It is common in crime
films unlike other genres to have a
gang of helpers. He could also be
considered a protagonist and later
turns into a Hero, challenging the
stereotype of Gypsys.
Brick top is a classic British crime film
Antagonist. He has all the authority and he is
ruthless and merciless. Also a common thing in
British crime films are the antagonists having
being wronged by the protagonists and setting
then a challenge to complete to redeem
themselves. Bricktop is the British Gang Leader
Stereotype.

3. Narrative structure
The non linear trailer starts right in the action. This entices the
audience. The 1st shot action gives no explanation to what is going
on but then the narrative plot of a diamond heist by a American
gang through the voice over of the key Protagonist (Turkish)
explains it all. This is a common trait as it gives structure to the
trailer/film. He also is breaking the 4th wall by talking to the
audience, making them feel involved. This is another post modern
element. Turkish is also linked through a parallel plot of a boxing
match. This Intertwined narrative captures and holds the viewer
attention.
‘The Disruption’ is a key part to most crime film trailers. Its where
the problem is presented and drama surfaces. This works to entice
the audience even more. To further this it is accompanied by text
saying “where is my stone” and “your going down”. This hints at
the plot and reinforces the enticement. The audience want to know
what's going to happen.
Lastly, were introduced to the characters using a post modern
element. This being a Spaghetti western influenced graphic
sequence using freeze frames. The sequence also gives us insight
into the characters purpose and personality. This is common for
crime films as it gives the audience more information without
giving away to much.

4. Camera and Mise en Scene
The odd/skewed angles is a
postmodern element that helps
create a sense of discomfort in the
narrative and characters. Also it
gives the audience a new/different
perspective.
The props, such as Guns
and cigarettes help
establish a generic British
crime film iconography.
Low key lighting (lighting
pattern that uses
chiaroscuro in the frame to
unnerve the audience)
implies at the dark themes
throughout the film. It also
slightly reminds the
audience of the style that
“Noir films” championed.
The costumes used help create the
obvious stereotypes of each character.
This tests postmodern conventions of
challenging representations.
Sets establish the bleak underworld – illegal bare knuckle boxing
arenas. The sets are conform to traditional British crime films. They
help establish the bleak underworld of British crime. This is
portrayed through places like illegal bare knuckle boxing arenas.

5. Editing
Within post modern editing they use several techniques. One being Time remapping. This is used to
heighten action scenes and thrill the audience. Techniques like still framing are used as anti narrative
devices to highlight key frames in the action. This is the accompanied with a voiceover that reminds you
Noir films pushes the narratives forward and its themes.
Still frames are also used to show the significance of important characters, this is archived using heavily
stylised graphics, similar to Graphic novels. Spaghetti western fonts also add to the postmodernism
(Pastiche/homage/intertextuality).

6. Sound
In the trailer there is a voice over spoke by
the lead protagonist, Turkish. He
establishes the narrative themes and plot.
As a “cheeky cockney” and a anti hero he
sets the classic ”crime caper” part.
The fast paced dub plated
House/dance music pushes
the action and matches the
frenetic pace of the plot. It
also Remix the 70s iconic
Incredible Bongo Bands
‘Apache’.
Diegetic sound uses dialogue
from important characters to
allow the narrative to be
pushed forward. They use non
diegetic sounds like rewinding
a tape to accompany shots that
have been sped up.