"Three Billboards" moral dilemmas and the complexity of human nature
First, the plot introduction
"Three Billboards" is a black comedy film directed by Martin MacDonald, the story of the film takes place in a seemingly calm town in Missouri, USA, the protagonist Mildred Hayes's daughter Angela was brutally murdered a year ago, but the police did not find the murderer, which aroused Mildred's anger and despair.
To draw public attention to the case, Mildred rented three abandoned billboards and posted a fiery message on them: "Police Chief Wilby Fullall, what are you doing?" "The move caused a stir throughout the town, not only sparking media attention but also sparking tension and conflict within the community.
Mildred's move was initially supported by some residents, but also drew the wrath of Police Chief Wilby Fullall (Woody Harrelson) and the entire police department, who tried to get Mildred to take down the billboard, but she was unmoved, believing that the presence of the billboard could push the police to continue to pursue the case and find the murderer.
As the story progresses, the audience gradually learns the background and motivations of each character, Mildred develops an unexpected relationship with an angry dentist in addition to his struggle with the police, and an enthusiastic police officer Dixon gradually develops doubts and changes, and he begins to reevaluate his behavior and that of the police department.
"Three Billboards" reveals injustice and indifference in society in the form of a black comedy, through the portrayal of different characters and the development of the plot, the film deeply explores complex human and moral issues, while also bringing the audience to think about justice and forgiveness.
The film blends humor and serious elements, a tense and suspenseful plot and excellent acting skills to bring the audience a thought-provoking viewing experience, "Three Billboards" received multiple nominations at the 2017 Oscars, and won the Best Actress award for Frances McDormand's wonderful performance.
II. Keynote Introduction
The theme of "Three Billboards" explores the complexities of justice, forgiveness, and personal growth, and the film draws public attention to her daughter's murder by the protagonist Mildred Hayes renting three billboards, revealing the injustice and indifference that exist in society.
Her actions caused a stir throughout the town, as well as conflict and tension, and the film focused on the complex hearts and motives of different characters, including police chief Wilby Fullall, dentist, and police officer Dixon.
The development of the story gradually reveals the stories and pains behind each character, delving into the boundaries of justice and forgiveness, Mildred's pursuit of justice is driven by her anger but also faces moral and ethical challenges, and her relationship with Yayi further highlights the complexity of forgiveness, making the audience think about when forgiveness is possible and how to deal with personal pain and anger.
"Three Billboards" reveals the problems existing in society in the form of a black comedy and explores the complex human nature and moral dilemmas, the film simultaneously raises a series of questions, such as the boundaries of justice and forgiveness, the meaning of personal growth, and people's choices in the face of pain and indifference, it provokes the audience's thinking about social morality and personal action, and expresses deep emotional resonance.
3. Photographic analysis
The cinematography and music of Three Billboards played an important role in highlighting the emotion and atmosphere of the story, and the film adopted a delicate and authentic photographic style.
By using light and shadow effects to express the emotion and atmosphere of the story, the use of the lens is very precise, focusing on the expressions and details of the characters, bringing a deep emotional resonance.
The use of color in photography is quite good, through woody, tawny tones to create the depression and helplessness of the town, while the presence of billboards and Mildred's actions become important elements of the picture, creating a tense and conflicting atmosphere, photography through visual expression, the audience is deeply integrated into the film.
The film's soundtrack, composed by Katerina Legger, adds tension and emotion to the film's mood and story, with themes of sadness, nostalgia and hope.
Through the use of piano and string instruments, which transports the audience to the inner world of the characters, the music blends with the picture to accurately capture the key emotions and turning points, further advancing the story, which not only adds a sense of urgency to the tense and suspenseful plot, but also creates a touching emotional resonance through soft melodies.
Photography and music are closely combined in Three Billboards, adding layers to the expression and emotional resonance of the story, which together create the oppressive atmosphere of the town and the complex psychology of the characters, and play an important role in the emotional climax and turning point.
Photography conveys the emotion of a story through the composition, color, and light of the picture, while music creates a touching experience through melody and atmosphere, which echo each other to create a unique and memorable cinematic audiovisual experience.
conclusion
Three Billboards is a thought-provoking film that explores the moral dilemmas and human complexities of contemporary society through a black comedy approach, provokes viewers to think about justice, forgiveness, and personal choice, expressing deep emotional resonance, and the film has won widespread acclaim among audiences for its excellent script, wonderful acting skills and well-constructed storyline.
