Applying Todorov's Theory of Equilibrium

1. Who are the agents: the protagonist(the main hero who propels the narrative forward) and antagonist (opposing agent).

The main protagonist is Viola, the main character and the story revolves around her. The antagonist from the opening sequence we see as Jason however Monique's character could also be see as an opposing agent.

2. Describe the Equilibrium.

The main character Viola is the one who is focused on the most. In the first beginning section, she is the centre of attention and there are close ups of her and also shots of her surrounded by everyone to show her popularity. There are establishing shots such as the school and school field in order to create a sense of place and show that Viola is at school and also that she plays for the school football team hence the football kit. During the girl's conversation, the camera focuses on the other girls for a short amount of time but for longer on Viola to show that she is of more importance in the story. She is also positioned in the middle amongst the girls and does all the talking for them which shows that she is in control and the leader of the pack.

3. Is the Disruption or Disequilibrium introduced or hinted at?

It is hinted that there is most likely going to be conflicts of some sort whether it be between Viola and Monique or the girls and boys football teams.

4. Are there any visual/verbal/aural clues that hint at what the hero's journey might be?

At the end of the opening sequence, Viola's mum says, 'sometime i just think you might as well be your brother'. This gives us the idea that perhaps Viola will get the idea of impersonating her twin seeing as he is out of the country. Viola then says, 'you know what, if you can't join them, beat them'. This hints to us she is going to try join the team opposing the team she failed to get in. She alos holds up a photo of her brother in which he is wearing the same hat she is wearing which is another suggestion she is going to impersonate him as they look so similar.

5. From your knowledge of the film, how will the equilibrium be restored and what will be the new equilibrium?

The equilibrium will be restored as Viola gets accepted into the opposing team and beats the Cornwall team which she failed to join at the beginning therefore completing her task. The new equilibrium shows harmony between her and the people she lied to in order to achieve her goal.