The similarities between Fish Tank and the beginning of Sket are quite similar in terms of the crimes that have been committed and the conventions of the two main characters. Mia and Kayla; Mia who is 15 years whereas Kayla is 16. Only a year gap, however in terms of the roles which are portrayed by both actresses are two young females who are socially isolated. In terms of the crimes which are committed in both films completely differ, this being because 'fish tank' is basically a build of subtle crimes E.g. Under aged drinking, smoking, breaking an entry and their biggest 'offence' would be the sexual intercourse which takes place between Mia and her mothers boyfriend. In comparison to the crimes which take place within 'Sket' there is no comparison. This being because, the crimes which are committed within 'Sket' are ones whereby others have been/ are killed, harmed and potentially puts the main characters in danger.
In terms of the two main characters, there are similarities in terms of how they both cope with the struggles that they're going through. The abuse of alcohol, and drugs is a first whereby they are at constant reach of it. Another way in which they both relate is that they both confide in music the constant listening to the songs in a way allow both of their characters to be calmed and soothed. The way in which music is used/ perceived within 'Fish tank' is that it's the escape which 'Mia' uses to get away; and within that she finds another source: Dance. Although, Mia is not amazing at the act she still uses this source to completely transfer her mindset to another place and get away from reality. In terms of Kayla the way in which she uses the comfort of music is not only as a comfort but also as a shield. The music it self, allows her to focus on nothing but her aim yet at the same time; in the back of her mind she is able to connect with it on a deeper connection. An example of this being shown, is in the first scene where we are introduced to Kayla walking within the estate (which is another similarity with both films whereby it is both based within rural areas of London as well as within estates/ flats) with a tracking shot. Showing the audience not only her but her surroundings. The way in which the music is used within this scene is by editing the music which is blasting through her headphones to block out the noises surrounding her; so that when she walks past a group of teenage'd boys she not only doesn't hear what they have to say but completely ignores their actions. Another way whereby both the films relate are that they both have females as their main characters. The females are portrayed as 'heroines' which is another attribute to both films which I personally find appealing.
The way in which females are portrayed within 'Fish Tank' are that they are shown as innocent and weak but the main female character in the film has these attributes but she never allows these particular types of emotions to throw her off... In a way Mia a representation of all females who refuse to show their weakness for example, when finally bonding with her Mother's boyfriend and caught dancing she completely flips when confronted about what it is that she's doing because she is finally portrayed not only within the film as being open/ happy but she is shown as enjoying herself to not only the audience but her 'family members, but when this is completely stripped of her and she acts out it is made clear that this is not something that she nor her family are used too... Happiness. In terms of the movie 'Sket' the way in which females are portrayed are not only as 'sex objects' but strong independent individuals who are capable of taking care of themselves without the help of any male; not only this but again like Mia they are shown to keep their emotional side at bay.
