14 September - 20 September

Activities:

1. Write a paragraph (using examples and evidence from the film) to answer the following questions






1. How does Ricky initially respond to the challenge of a new home and new carers?

Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Ricky initially responds to the challenge of new carers by disengaging. He takes himself out of the situation so that he does not have to emotionally deal with it.  This can be seen when he returns to the police car after Paula describes his misdemeanours (even though he is not present during the description, he has an obvious expectation he will no longer be welcome), his nightly running away, and the times when he zips his hoodie over his face, both physically and metaphorically shutting out the works.  This behaviour tells us that Ricky has been in similar situations in the past, and is rejecting his carers before they can reject him.  By having the character of Ricky respond to the challenges in this way, the director is able to build the character of a troubled youth who has had prior foster homes and negative experiences.




1. What sort of comedy genre conventions are there throughout Hunt for the Wilderpeople? How does the film draw comedic moments out of the situation?

2. How does the film emphasise the importance of humour, creativity and friendship in helping people through difficult times? Do you agree?

3. Watch the sequence where Ricky heads off into the bush and finds himself very out of place. How is this highlighted through aspects such as editing, camera and costume?

2.  Share your answers in a small group