I decided to choose the first fifteen minutes in the play to compare with the actual film because of the set design. When you read the play it gives of a very ominous vibe however the setting is not easily imagined. Because the play is based on a dialogue between Hamm and Clov the setting is often left to the imagination and is implied but not stated. The set design for the play was more dark and ominous than I expected it to be from reading the novel. Due to Hamm and Clov have a master and servant relationship I assumed that the set would be more upscale with a hint of darkness because in order to have a servant I believed a certain stature of wealth was needed. Instead the actual set resembles a cell, with the windows covered by heavy drapery and the concrete walls dark and dim. The set assumes that the walls are closing in on Hamm as he sits in the middle of the room filled with darkness and despair, the set is a direct reflection of Hamm and how he feels.
Endgame
May 2, 2016 Written by m.camara | 1 Comment
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d.kravetskaya // May 2nd 2016 at 12:09 pm
I agree with your post and I like that you mentioned that “the walls are closing in on Hamm.” This reminded me of the metaphor that I derived upon watching and reading both works which was the idea that the walls of death are surrounding him, and with the progression of the film and the play, he anticipates the final closure, that being death. Also, you are right about imagining a servant who would look up to a wealthy figure, or an individual who inherits a big amount of money. However, it was incredibly interesting and eyeopening to witness how superior Hamm was without any materialistic belongings. Great post!
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