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What techniques does Spielberg use to portray the horrific realism of war in his film; ‘Saving Private Ryan?’  

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Media Studies coursework Jacques Gill 10Pnt Mr Forsyth What techniques does Spielberg use to portray the horrific realism of war in his film; 'Saving Private Ryan?' Steven Spielberg uses numerous techniques in order to fabricate the horrific impression of the realism of war and its effects in his film 'Saving Private Ryan.' 'Saving Private Ryan' starts in a military cemetery. An American flag is on screen waving in the wind. Slow sombre military music is playing Spielberg is playing on patriotism, of which Americans are so proud. This motif is very important as the film progresses, and the unit continues to follow orders in the face of extreme adversity and bewilderment. The camera shot cuts to the panorama. In the distance a large family is walking down the road lead by an old man. The audience wonders who is he? Why is he important? The camera now shows the thousands of graves in...

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