Van Zoonen argues that gender is constructed and that its meaning varies dependent on cultural and historical context.

She suggests that masculinity as well as femininity is constructed – and that the codes used to construct men ‘as a spectacle’ are different

• Narrative positioning – blank screen with Mathias’ breathing
• Wearing blue – connotations of masculinity
• Masculinity constructed through stubble and beard, messy hair, physical fitness
• Male as active protagonist
• Open frame – connotes freedom but also isolation of male character
• Hand-held camera positions us with him but also creates a sense of disorientation /imbalance
• Bleak surroundings, whistling of wind, fire – connote outdoors - adventure
• Caravan – connotes a man who is unsettled, without roots, transient
• Spartan surroundings – ascetic nature
• Drinks water from bottle – not precise
• Flies-trapped-closed frames in caravan - perhaps he is too
• A man of few words – strong, silent type