Moreover the use of sound in the clip contributes to the representation of age
with the use of dialogue. From the initial scene the viewer is able to establish the
relationship between teacher and students with the use of the term ‘Sir’ which illustrates a level of respect between the older and younger characters and
the authoritative role the adults play. Age is represented as a hierarchy, the
adults having the most control and importance with the children and students
least. The way in which Grantly uses the very direct order ‘Give it!’ also connotes his more powerful
position because the students are forced to obey him. His subsequent tuts at the kids in a patronising
way also connotes his demeaning behaviour and his lack of respect for the
children, emphasised with him saying ‘Oh did he hold your hair?’ The older age group
are represented at this point as being disrespectful to the young and can sometimes abuse their position as authoritative figures. The
digetic noise in the corridor scene sets an environment of liveliness and
busyness, reflecting the vibrant and energetic age group. There is also the
introduction of non-digetic club like music in this scene, which is synchronous
with the following fight that begins with two students. The upbeat and fast
paced song is appropriate to the age of the characters as it is in a style
associated with their age group and is also relevant to the building pace of the
scene. The music also amplifies the significant of the fight and
represents teenagers as being rowdy and aggressive. Slang is used by the
student’s repeatedly throughout the clip and whilst reflecting
background also relates to their youth and suggests that it is common
place within a younger age group (e.g.d’ya hear me/ d’know) This can connote both their ignorance and determination to
break rules and be individuals, whilst wishing to separate themselves from the adults.