Blow up, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni was certainly a difficult film to get through. However, despite its slow nature, I found that the film had various underline meanings. This was particularly obvious when it came to the aspects of the main character's life and his interpretation of his role in society.
The main character, who's real name is Thomas, appears to be a egocentric man with a domineering steak who thinks himself above all others around him. These qualities he posses can be attributed to his profession as a Photographer, the man in the shadows who control everything around him. In the studio, Thomas was the one who controlled lighting, wardrobe and even the position and movements of the model.
Yet, it was very clear that he was unsatisfied with his life, or rather he appeared to be bored of it.
Throughout the movie's many scenes we see Thomas beginning to find the excitement he craves, only to have it taken away.
Rather than being the puppet master he is just another pupet; despite the great role he thinks he plays in society his existence is diminished by such things as murder. Every aspect of his life is carved to appear glamorous and perfect, from the models to the photographs, even the parties he attends. However, this is a false perfection crafted only to appease those that surround it.The mines depicted this perfectly. They ran around London for the day being happy and care free, however it was just for the day and it was all pretend.
Thoma's realization of just how shallow his life truly is is what humbles him in the end of the film. Yet, for a split second towards then end of the film he smiles, demonstrating his acceptance of his shallow lifestyle. Whether it be because he actually likes his life or thinks he can't do anything to change it is unclear, but the final acceptance is there, and then he disappears.
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