Alfie (1966 film), a film based on the play by Bill Naughton starring Michael Caine. Alfie frequently breaks the fourth wall by speaking directly to the camera narrating and justifying his actions. His words often contrast and/or totally contradict his actions. The term "fourth wall" stems from the absence of a fourth wall on a three-walled set where the audience is viewing the production. The audience is supposed to assume there is a "fourth wall" present, even though it physically is not there.
"Breaking the fourth wall" refers to a situation in which a character reveals his or her awareness of the audience. Most often, the fourth wall is broken by having a character directly address the audience. Marx Brothers' Horse Feathers, Animal House, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Woody Allen's Annie Hall are some notable examples in film.
"Breaking the fourth wall" refers to a situation in which a character reveals his or her awareness of the audience. Most often, the fourth wall is broken by having a character directly address the audience. Marx Brothers' Horse Feathers, Animal House, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Woody Allen's Annie Hall are some notable examples in film.
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I love this in movies... especially when its unexpected that it will be that way. Same with music, Janet Jackson does it all the time- cracks me up.
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