The process of translating the title and plot of the movie into emojis presented both challenges and opportunities for creativity. I found myself relying more on visual representations of key elements and themes from the movie rather than syllables or specific words. This allowed me to capture the essence of the story in a succinct and symbolic way. The app streamlined this process by enabling me to search for emojis corresponding directly to specific words.
Starting with the title was a strategic choice as it served as a gateway for the reader to grasp the overall theme. While some parts of the plot were easy to represent, others required a more creative approach. Nevertheless, this challenge prompted me to think deeply about the fundamental elements of the story and how they could be symbolically conveyed.
This exercise allowed me to delve into the concept of multimodal representation, as discussed in “Gains and Losses: New forms of texts, knowledge, and learning” by Gunther Kress. Just as the article explores the transition from conventional to visually-oriented communication, emojis exemplify this shift by offering a unique way to express complex ideas and emotions through visual symbols. This highlights the evolving nature of language and communication in the digital age.