Representations of gender have been clearly illustrated through editing. For example a mix of pivot/ panorama shots as well as fast tracking shots have been incorporated when the girl is trying to save and protect the male character. The editing switches from invisible editing to many jump cuts, showing the increase in activity. Thus, the fast pace shots have been used, making both male and female characters appear in the action and support their heroic characters. This illustrates the fast movements and action of the cut however it may also signify a chaotic environment where women struggle to take maintain power. Another example of a tracking shot is portrayed when the male character is travelling down the rope. This editing however demonstrates to the audience the thought and power the character has from making a quick rational decision which is a stereotype of male behaviour.
The next element which produces representations of gender is sound. In one cut once the female had saved the male from the life threatening situation from the dialogue such as, "Come on" with a high intensity, provoking the animal, connotes bravery and a strong masculinity. this dialogue may have been said as an attempt to regain status as he's just been saved by a girl. Strong music is used throughout, making all characters appear heroic and strong. Abbie is represented as having a sensitive side illustrated through dialogue. Abbie asks Jenny " Are you okay?" The use of diegetic sound creates Jenny stereotypical character, she says after nearly being killed, "My best coat!", seemingly caring more about the coat than being killed. Also creates a representation of women such as obsession of appearance and vanity. The diegetic sound of the dogs barking emphasise the bad situation of the women conveying the women's vulnerability further. This is also emphasised by the harsh sound effects which build and sustain tension creating a climax.
The next factor which displays representations is through mise en scene. Expressions play a key role, for example when the blonde male is approached by the sabre toothed tiger his expression conveys fear leading to a sympathetic response from the audience however this contrasts greatly to the calm and collective expression of the girl, which suggests a swap in the roles involving dominance. The women is dressed in a leather coat which is done up, emphasising her power, whereas the man is dressed in a scruffy t-shirt and jeans, showing him to be inferior to her. This is further backed up due to her being the one driving the vehicle an activity stereotypically believed for men. The props such as the heavy machinery emit connotations such as manual masculine feelings. However the female is in charge of the stereotypical male vehicle. Even though the women within the extract portray dominance through props, the male characters continually illustrate dominance. For example, the males usage of the guns.
A final way in which representations of gender have been displayed is through camera work. For example the low angle looking down on the male in the whole illustrates vulnerability and helpless position. however a different low angle in conveying the tiger illustrates dominance of man and a hierarchy with the animal being lower. There are two main close ups, one was when the man saw the large animal, and the other was when the lady was knocked to the floor. Both of these showed the expressions on their face which was both scared and they were frightful. This represents gender because it shows that you do have to a female to be scared, even men are.
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