This is the single Drugs by the New Wave American band Talking Heads. This single is significant to my chosen scene as it is Charlie's first experiance of drugs. The song's lyrics depict the events of an experiance with drugs, ultimetly leading to Byrne to sing the lyrics: "charged up, electricity". This is relevant to the chosen sequence as it is Charlie's first experience of drugs and the possible effects that they will have on him. The essential sound of this song has elements of funk/psychedelic rock, also relevant to drugs, yet more specifically acid. Using a song from such an iconic and avant-garde 80s group adds to the retrospective aspect of my thematics for the film, as discussed previously.
I intend to use J.R.R Tolkein as an inspirational figure to Charlie. He is a world famous British novelist, renowned for his Lord of the Rings series. Tolkien is considered the 'father' of fantasy fiction, initially using his creative innovation and literary mind to create novels for his children. I choose to reference Tolkien's creativity in this specific scene, due to Charlie also known for his fantasy creativity, yet is diagnosed with a condition (FPP). This reference suggests Charlie has a knowledge of literature.
There will also be subtle reference to the myth of Icarus, as discussed in previous posts. The wax candle that is blown out in Charlie's frustration is significant as this is the scene when Charlie initially takes drugs and in the Icarus myth the wax that holds together the wings is melted by the sun (the print on the acid tab). Furthermore Charlie will be wearing a necklace with a feather on, signifying his protagonist stance in the narrative.
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