Post #12 Binary oppositions

 

The idea of binary oppositions originate from Claude Levi-Strauss's theory. This theory suggested that humans are organized by binaries. These can vary because they reflect human society and are opposites from each other. An example of these include Love and hate or humans versus robots. Love reflects human society as the symbol of unity and teamwork. It supports all positive energy within the world whereas hate represents all negative. This means it divides people and exterminates all hope. Humans versus robots can be found as a binary opposition due to the societal reflection of humanity's fear of the AI uprising. The success of humans show our ability to grow and communicate with one another. However, that also includes the success of robots. Humans fear this because of the unknown possibilities they may bring to the world's future. 

A binary opposition that may be found in my opening sequence is humans versus the unknown. This reflects society by showing how people are scared of what they do not understand. Therefore, they do not know what to expect. This irrational fear relates to my film because of the alternate (antagonist). She will look similar to the protagonist except for her uncanny features. Even though the main character will understand that it is her, she will sense that due to its lack of human like personality; it is not human. This helps emphasize the horror genre I will use. Exceedingly, this opposition may also reflect how people feel when they have no sense of belonging in their setting. The idea of an alternate can display how a character feels on the inside. It also presents the danger that the unfamiliar may hold.