Dec 29, 2009

Indiscretions | Style

Symbols
Indiscretions is rich in symbols that serve to draw attention to the family dynamics. Images of outward disorder at Yvonne’s house, such as the blocked bath and piles of dirty linen, symbolize her emotional stagnation and chaos, as well as the disordered and unnatural relationships that she generates. Leo calls the house “a gypsy camp,” a metaphor that to Cocteau’s audience would suggest messiness and a lack of responsibility, as well as pointing to the tendency of this family to live outside the general social norms. Leo cleans up Yvonne and...