Rule of thirds intersection of two of the lines, close enough to take advantage of the rule. The rule of thirds is applied by aligning a subject with the guide lines and their intersection points, placing the horizon on the top or bottom line, or allowing linear features in the image to flow from section to section. The main reason for observing the rule of thirds is to discourage placement of the subject at the center, or prevent a horizon from appearing to divide the picture in half. Michael Ryan and Melissa Lenos, authors of the book "An Introduction to Film Analysis: Technique
Living Quarters to a grim conclusion. "Living Quarters" deals with accepting responsibility for one's actions. Critical acclaim was initially muted, but the play has enjoyed increased popularity in later years, including a season at the Greek National Theatre. Many have considered this play (a proud family with three sisters and a weak brother) to be a forerunner to Friel's masterpiece "Aristocrats". Living Quarters Living Quarters is a play written by Brian Friel and first performed in the Abbey Theatre in Dublin, Ireland, in 1977. "Living Quarters" is a memory play set in a soldier's home in Donegal, near Friel's favourite fictional town