Posted by Jan den Breejen on June 30, 1999 at 14:12:44:
In Reply to: TOP GUN (1986) PART III - the 1980's blockbuster: FULL ANALYSIS! posted by Jan den Breejen on June 30, 1999 at 14:10:53:
AIRCRAFT CARRIER COMMANDER - E8
Intimidating bully, orders people around 'That's an order!…' humiliates/de-bunks: 'Son, your ego's writing cheques your body can't cash..you asshole…don't screw around with me (E8's greatest fear!)…I'd like to kick your ass…' His macho image is enhanced by smoking big sigars.
GOOSE - E9
Low-performer image, quiet, aimiable, friendly, nice guy, merging: 'WE've seen a MIG', family man, soft image: 'Mother Goose….you pussy!'. He tries to brake Mavericks action readyness.
VIPER/MIKE METCALF - E7
Takes things relatively lightly and to keep difficult things away from him: 'were the instruments of policy…(not our problem!)', escapist attitude 'You have to let it go…' . Typical direct talking style to impress others: 'That's very arrogant…I like that!'