Blue Remembered Hills - Scene 8 Commentary (by Johanna & Margarita)

Scene 8 is significant because it allows us to perceive the characterisation of the girls: “Shall I bash her in for you?” This shows that Audrey wants to be liked by Angela (who plays leader between the two). This is significant because in the scene, there are no male roles, therefore it's seen as Audrey who is taking on the characteristics of a male: showing aggression, “I will smack her in the mouth as well.” The ‘as well’ shows that she craves the importance of being powerful as her looks do not enable her to gain power or control. She also questions herself and Angela “Shall I? , Shall I?” , almost begging for Angela's approval. Scene 8 is also significant because it allows us to perceive the characterisation of Audrey and Angela in comparison to Peter & Willie. Audrey can be seen as the female equivalent of Peter - relying on physical power, rather than the intelligence and wit of Willie.