Character

The scene I have chosen is from the movie Land of The Lost. In this scene you will be introduced to Doctor Rick Marshall. Marshall is a proud paleontologist who believes he has found the way to avert the energy crisis facing the modern world. His solution is quite colorful and many don't even think he is sane. This gives us an introduction to his character.

This is a great example of characterization because it exposes the audience to the thoughts of Rick. He is a confident man. Confident in his work really. His optimism on the subject is very much lighthearted. He seems pretty innocent because he doesn't recognize that others think he's nuts. This gives insight on his personality. Towards the end when he exits the room in rage, we learn that he is very proud of his work and doesn't respond well to criticism. Two minutes definitely told us very much about Dr. Marshall. We learned he is intelligent, lighthearted, optimistic, insecure, and a bit angry because he attacked Matt Lauer.

Specificity

This is the scene from Anchorman 2 in which Champ describes how he makes his money in the fast foo business.

I enjoy this specific scene because it's outrageously funny. It takes something gross and horrible and makes it something funny and lighthearted. The fact that Champ is serving bats at his restaurant instead of chicken is appalling. Ron adds to the humor of the scene by stating directly that it was the most horrible thing he has ever heard of. It's a terrific blend of gross and funny.