Phil

• How is Phil presented?

  He is calculating and intelligent, planning actions with clear instructions.
• What does Phil justify to Leah regarding Adam's death?

  He claims Adam is ”happy” and “doesn’t want to come back” prioritising the group's lives over the life of an individual.
• How does Phil control other characters in the group?

  He instructs others and positions himself as a leader without directly carrying out actions.
• What violent threat does Phil make to Brian?

  He threatens, ”we’ll swing you onto the grille”
• How does Phil's relationship with Leah manifest in terms of control?

  He controls her by withdrawing attention, forcing her to do bizarre and dangerous things to get it back.
• What does Phil's eating symbolise in the context of his character?

  His eating allows him to observe others without being observed himself, creating black comedy.
• How does Phil's behavior change towards Leah in their final scene?

  He shows physical affection by putting his arm around her, which is surprising.
• What does Phil's lack of eating in the final scene symbolize?

  It symbolizes the breakdown of his relationship with Leah.
• What does Phil's action of placing a hand on Leah's shoulder signify?

  It signifies a moment of control and manipulation over her.
• Key quotes

  • We’ll throw rocks at you until you drop through. You’ll drop through. You’ll fall into the cold. Into the dark. You’ll land on Adam’s corpse and you’ll rot together”
  • “I’m in charge. Everyone is happier. What’s more important, one person or everyone?”
  • “He can’t come back Cathy“
  • “Needs more jam”
  • “The waffle is ready. Phil looks pleased“