Barthes studies the idea of semiotics and came up with the idea of different types of signs. First is the icon which has a physical resemblance to the signified. Next is an index which is evidence of what is being presented. Thirdly, is the symbol. This has no resemblance between the signifier and the signified. The connection between them must be culturally learned like numbers.
Examples from The Killing:
Icon: Photos of body, photos of family, dress
Index: Blood, ax, cable tie, rain, drugs, alcohol, drums
Symbol: Police badge, school, ski equipment, evidence bags
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