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Chapter 6: Choices #2: https://clickv.ie/w/THBw 1.16.00 Men speaking in language. Animated. Gun shot POV - Travis looking from ‘High Ground’. Extreme close-up. Heated exchange at ground level between Travis and Baywara. High angle shot of Gutjuk You think you know everything (Baywara) I’m just explaining to him…Twelve years, and the one thing I learned for sure about the men who killed my family. They were soldiers. (Baywara) 31: How does this scene show that those who have the higher ground don’t always see clearly? Travis, from his elevated position, may believe he has a clearer view or understanding of the situation. In reality, this scene shows that those on the high ground can be blinded by their elevation, missing the intricate details and emotional truths that are visible only from closer, more engaged vantage points. 1.18.30 Gun shot. Eddy talking. Mid shot of Travis after he’s shot by Gutjuk High angle shot of Eddy We got to talk about your choices mate (Eddy to Travis) 32: How has Travis and Travis’s relationship changed? Travis, having been shot by Gutjuk, is in a vulnerable state, physically weakened and likely revaluating his actions and choices. Eddy's approach and the line "We got to talk about your choices mate" signal a moment of intervention or confrontation. 1.19.20 Moran speaking Bark hut. Dark. Travis chained to bed. You know what a civilization’s built on son? Bad men. Bad men doing bad things, clearing the way for the others to follow. Bad men like me and you, clearing the way for others to follow.. Whatever made you think you could change who you are? You break my heart son….. 33: Reflect on Moran’s words. Do you think the film presents a bleak view of Western civilization? Moran's words suggest that Western civilization is built on the actions of bad men, who clear the way for others to follow. This viewpoint does present a bleak perspective on Western civilization, as it implies that corruption and moral ambiguity are inherent in the foundation of society. Discussion: https://clickv.ie/w/oIBw 1. Why does Gutjuk shoot Travis? What emotion leads him to make this choice? Gutjuk shoots Travis as a result of complicated emotions, including betrayal, anger, and a desire for justice or revenge. Their connection, distinguished by a mix of trust and conflict, ends in that moment when Gutjuk feels driven to act against Travis, maybe because Travis represents or is involved in the larger injustices suffered by Indigenous people. This action is driven by a deeply personal response to the pain and loss Gutjuk has experienced due to colonial violence. 2. Who has the high ground in this frame? Why does Eddy choose to remind Travis about his choices? Metaphorically, having the "high ground" often implies a position of moral or strategic advantage. Eddy reminding Travis about his choices suggests Eddy believes he holds a moral high ground, pointing out the consequences of Travis's actions or inactions. This interaction could highlight the moral complexities and

personal accountability within the narrative, underscoring the film's exploration of choices and their impact on individuals and communities. 3. How is this high-angle shot similar to the opening massacre scene? What is the irony here? drawing a parallel between the situations, emphasising the recurring theme of powerlessness in the face of violence and oppression. The irony could lie in the repetition of history or the ongoing cycle of violence, highlighting how the characters are trapped in a larger systemic issue that repeats itself regardless of individual actions. 4. Why does Moran feel he needs to document everything on camera? What does this suggest about the white men in power at this time? Moran's need to document events on camera suggests a desire to control the narrative or justify the actions of the colonisers. It reflects the broader attitude of white men in power at the time, who often sought to cover up their actions and maintain their authority by creating a historical record that favoured their perspective. This behaviour underscores the theme of power and control, illustrating how those in power manipulate narratives to justify their actions and maintain their status. 5. “You know how civilisations are built, son? Bad men doing bad things.” What is the irony of Moran’s quote here? It's ironic because it's a truthful admission of wrongdoing from a character who is part of the brutal system, yet it's presented as a respected character doing good for the country. moral ambiguity : a lack of certainty about whether something is right or wrong .

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