There are many real life incidents which relate to my story - http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1245417/Burglary-victims-attacked-home-30-minutes.html
This storyline relates to my sequence as this article includes many peoples' houses being broken into, and my sequence also includes an intruder who breaks into a house. Also, the article states how people are attacked, and even though we won't be able to see it in my sequence, we can hear it due to the diegetic screaming. These people who had their houses broken in to were like my character - innocent.
Monday, 19 December 2016
Effectiveness of storyboard
The storyboard has enabled me to think in more detail of my sequence. It's enabled me think about how I can create suspense and has given me a better idea of the shots that will be used. It's enabled me to visually document and explain the storyline, and has made it clearer to understand for the audience. It has enabled me to show how I can represent fear and vulnerability by looking at the shots on the storyboard. It has also enabled me to measure the time of the sequence as I can test it out by doing picture by picture.
Friday, 16 December 2016
Prelim
Here, I learnt how to use a camera and I learnt all the shots. It improved my knowledge of camera work and editing skills, after it took about 3 weeks to edit. My role in this was to hold the camera for the high angle shot, and I stood on a table. It showed the setting and that the girls don't have much power. If I could change anything, it'd be to use the camera in my hand more instead of on the equipment. This would make me more familiar with it. Also, I would use more shots instead of using several close ups. I used a panning shot as well as these, and also a tracking shot of the actor walking in. However, some shots were deleted and may not be shown in my prelim.
Wednesday, 14 December 2016
Actors and relevance to genre
My actor will be a normal looking guy who seems to live a normal life. The other person will be masked and look like a monster. He will just be a normal guy with a mask on.
This is similar to Scream in which the girls are wearing normal clothes and the Scream guy is wearing a mask.
In contrast to the ones shown on the side, my actor will be dressed in
normal everyday clothing like the girl's, and my evil character
will look like the Scream character but will have a different mask.
This is similar to Scream in which the girls are wearing normal clothes and the Scream guy is wearing a mask.
In contrast to the ones shown on the side, my actor will be dressed in
normal everyday clothing like the girl's, and my evil character
will look like the Scream character but will have a different mask.
The props
Hammer – represents that there may be violence.
Knives on table – represent danger and violence
Alarm clock - Shows the time, and puts emphasis on the time as it's in the middle of the night and an irregular occurrence.
Fake blood - Represents danger and death
Torch - walking round with it whilst going downstairs. Used to see as room will be dark. Also adds to the suspense.
These are the main props needed in this sequence. We already have these items apart from the fake blood, which we will buy from amazon.
Alarm clock - Shows the time, and puts emphasis on the time as it's in the middle of the night and an irregular occurrence.
Fake blood - Represents danger and death
Torch - walking round with it whilst going downstairs. Used to see as room will be dark. Also adds to the suspense.
These are the main props needed in this sequence. We already have these items apart from the fake blood, which we will buy from amazon.
The location and how it fits my film genre
The location for my film is in a dark house, in the
middle of the night. This fits the horror genre as the darkness creates tension
and makes it scarier. It also creates mystery and the darkness is seen in most
thrillers and horrors.
One example is Scream 4. In this film, 2 girls are
attacked in a house which is very dark.
Another example is the opening scene of
The Conjuring, where 3 girls are looking at a scary doll in a very dark house
with little lighting.
Storyline for opening scene of horror
1. Person wakes up after nightmare sweating and looks at the clock saying 3:17am (Close up shot, eyeline match)
2. Person calms down, deep breaths and wiping sweat off face (Close up)
3. Person lies back down and tries to go to sleep, but hears noises and shoots back up (Medium shot)
4. Person gets out of bed and puts on some clothes and slippers (Wide shot of room)
5. Person grabs a hammer from bedside table and clutches it (Close up of clutch)
6. Person walks out of room and nervously calls ‘Ben’ (Tracking shot)
7. Person is walking along hall, passes Ben’s room and stops (Close up looking at room)
8. Eyeline match of Ben’s room with door closed and sign of his name in children’s writing
*Non-diegetic music starts (tense horror music)
9. Person goes downstairs calling ‘hello’ (Tracking shot)
10. Searches the kitchen, and there’s nothing there (eyeline match of kitchen)
11. Person walks towards exit of kitchen, more relaxed (Camera in front when walking out)
12. Camera focuses on knives on the table in the background
13. Person takes a step out the room, but a ball hits his foot
14. Looks around, see's scary character
15. Bird’s eye view of house and diegetic screaming
2. Person calms down, deep breaths and wiping sweat off face (Close up)
3. Person lies back down and tries to go to sleep, but hears noises and shoots back up (Medium shot)
4. Person gets out of bed and puts on some clothes and slippers (Wide shot of room)
5. Person grabs a hammer from bedside table and clutches it (Close up of clutch)
6. Person walks out of room and nervously calls ‘Ben’ (Tracking shot)
7. Person is walking along hall, passes Ben’s room and stops (Close up looking at room)
8. Eyeline match of Ben’s room with door closed and sign of his name in children’s writing
*Non-diegetic music starts (tense horror music)
9. Person goes downstairs calling ‘hello’ (Tracking shot)
10. Searches the kitchen, and there’s nothing there (eyeline match of kitchen)
11. Person walks towards exit of kitchen, more relaxed (Camera in front when walking out)
12. Camera focuses on knives on the table in the background
13. Person takes a step out the room, but a ball hits his foot
14. Looks around, see's scary character
15. Bird’s eye view of house and diegetic screaming
Wednesday, 16 November 2016
The usual suspects - opening sequence
-In The Usual Suspects opening sequence, there are many things which suggest what the film is about.
-Firstly, the title shows that there's crime involved. This is because of the word 'suspects', which are people who possibly committed a crime.
-The scene showed is a flashback. This shows that the crime has been committed, and the film will be about the killer. It also indicates that it'll be a thriller/horror.
-When the first 3 are arrested, it is the early morning. As they are arrested, there is fast-pace music and there are also guns, which expresses the point that the film will be a thriller.
-They are in a dark isolated place, showing that a crime may be commited.
-Wearing dark clothes, signifying that it's not the happiest situation.
-The props used are mainly things that harm people. For example, the lighter is used to set the place on fire and the gun is used to kill.
-They are in a dark isolated place, showing that a crime may be commited.
-Wearing dark clothes, signifying that it's not the happiest situation.
-The props used are mainly things that harm people. For example, the lighter is used to set the place on fire and the gun is used to kill.
Tuesday, 11 October 2016
Sub-genres of thrillers
Thriller
Thrillers are usually defined by the mood they create. They can be defined as “Sensational and suspenseful” stories creating “fearful excitement”. Because of this, thrillers are crossed with almost every other genre.
Thrillers are usually defined by the mood they create. They can be defined as “Sensational and suspenseful” stories creating “fearful excitement”. Because of this, thrillers are crossed with almost every other genre.
Action Thriller
Focus on the action of the thriller, and you have an action-thriller. This is more common in movies than novels because of the visual appeal of explosions and violence. It usually includes weapons such as guns and more. E.g. James Bond
Focus on the action of the thriller, and you have an action-thriller. This is more common in movies than novels because of the visual appeal of explosions and violence. It usually includes weapons such as guns and more. E.g. James Bond
Conspiracy Thriller
In this subgenre the leading character must confront a large, powerful organisation whose threat only he sees. Usually he must do so alone. E.g. Enemy of the state
In this subgenre the leading character must confront a large, powerful organisation whose threat only he sees. Usually he must do so alone. E.g. Enemy of the state
Crime Thriller
This subgenre focuses on crime, and is usually from the criminal’s point of view. Physical action and escaping the police take the place of gathering evidence and trying to discover the criminal. E.g. The usual suspects
This subgenre focuses on crime, and is usually from the criminal’s point of view. Physical action and escaping the police take the place of gathering evidence and trying to discover the criminal. E.g. The usual suspects
Disaster Thriller
In this subgenre (usually), a natural disaster is taking place, and the main man is either trying to stop the disaster, the extent of the disaster, or just save themselves before time runs out and the disaster has run its course. E.g. Armageddon
In this subgenre (usually), a natural disaster is taking place, and the main man is either trying to stop the disaster, the extent of the disaster, or just save themselves before time runs out and the disaster has run its course. E.g. Armageddon
Eco-Thriller
In this subgenre the main guy must stop a threat to the environment (man-made or natural) that will have consequences for society if left unchecked. The damage could be local, but nation or even world-wide stakes are more dramatic. E.g. The Happening
In this subgenre the main guy must stop a threat to the environment (man-made or natural) that will have consequences for society if left unchecked. The damage could be local, but nation or even world-wide stakes are more dramatic. E.g. The Happening
Forensic Thriller
In this subgenre the main characters are forensic scientists whose involvement in an unsolved crime threatens their lives. E.g. Planet of the Apes
In this subgenre the main characters are forensic scientists whose involvement in an unsolved crime threatens their lives. E.g. Planet of the Apes
Legal Thriller
This subgenre takes place in and around the courtroom. Usually the leading man is a lawyer who has found their case threatening death for either them or their client. E.g. A few good men
This subgenre takes place in and around the courtroom. Usually the leading man is a lawyer who has found their case threatening death for either them or their client. E.g. A few good men
Political Thriller
In this subgenre political relations or the whole government is at stake, and the main character is employed by the government to stop the decline. E.g. Three days of the Condor
In this subgenre political relations or the whole government is at stake, and the main character is employed by the government to stop the decline. E.g. Three days of the Condor
Psychological Thriller
In this subgenre a lot of the conflict is mental, rather than physical. The protagonist has become involved in a dangerous situation which literally threatens their sanity. They must use mental prowess to overcome their opponent, whether the battle is inside their own head. E.g. The silence of the Lambs
In this subgenre a lot of the conflict is mental, rather than physical. The protagonist has become involved in a dangerous situation which literally threatens their sanity. They must use mental prowess to overcome their opponent, whether the battle is inside their own head. E.g. The silence of the Lambs
Religious thriller
This subgenre uses the history and myths of religion. Usually a religious artifact or historical secret is discovered, and different people and groups compete for control.
This subgenre uses the history and myths of religion. Usually a religious artifact or historical secret is discovered, and different people and groups compete for control.
Romantic Thriller
This is a subgenre of both thrillers and romantic novels. The plot line follows a typical thriller’s tension, suspense, and excitement, but a main element is the growing relationship between two characters.
This is a subgenre of both thrillers and romantic novels. The plot line follows a typical thriller’s tension, suspense, and excitement, but a main element is the growing relationship between two characters.
Spy Thriller
It’s hard to call this a genre mash-up when spy novels almost have to be thrillers. At any rate, this subgenre focuses on the high adventures of field agents. It is usually set against the backdrop of some war.
It’s hard to call this a genre mash-up when spy novels almost have to be thrillers. At any rate, this subgenre focuses on the high adventures of field agents. It is usually set against the backdrop of some war.
Supernatural Thriller
In this subgenre otherworldy elements are introduced, usually as an antagonistic force, but just as in the romantic thriller, the plot line and feel or distinctly that of thrillers. Some characters may have psychic abilities and other supernatural novel elements may be present.
In this subgenre otherworldy elements are introduced, usually as an antagonistic force, but just as in the romantic thriller, the plot line and feel or distinctly that of thrillers. Some characters may have psychic abilities and other supernatural novel elements may be present.
Techno-Thriller
This genres is a cross between near-future science fiction and thrillers. Cutting-edge technology plays an important role, either as something to obtain, or working for or against the main man.
This genres is a cross between near-future science fiction and thrillers. Cutting-edge technology plays an important role, either as something to obtain, or working for or against the main man.
Conventions of a thriller film
A convention is a way in which something is done. In this case, it's how a thriller film is made.
There are many conventions of thriller films. Most thrillers create:
-Excitement
-Suspense
-Anticipation
-Tension
-Anxiety
-Uncertainty
The characters also play a massive role in the thriller film. Most of the main characters are criminals, or may commit a crime during the film. This creates many themes such as crime and suspense, or maybe a bit of mystery.
The location also plays a massive part. Most of the film is usually set in a place of low lighting, to create suspense. The music played usually builds a lot of tension, and may be quite upbeat. There are also many weapons used that create the crimes, such as guns. Cars are also often used, maybe for 'getaways'.
There are many conventions of thriller films. Most thrillers create:
-Excitement
-Suspense
-Anticipation
-Tension
-Anxiety
-Uncertainty
The characters also play a massive role in the thriller film. Most of the main characters are criminals, or may commit a crime during the film. This creates many themes such as crime and suspense, or maybe a bit of mystery.
The location also plays a massive part. Most of the film is usually set in a place of low lighting, to create suspense. The music played usually builds a lot of tension, and may be quite upbeat. There are also many weapons used that create the crimes, such as guns. Cars are also often used, maybe for 'getaways'.
Wednesday, 5 October 2016
How to make a sweded film
A swede film is a low-budget summarised recreation of a popular film or TV show. It’s similar to a parody, but parodies are a bit more open with plot lines and will often spoof more than one film or TV show. You can be as creative as you like and it is simple as you already know the storyline of the film. The plot has to be simple enough to be condensed into a shorter time span, and still be recognisable – while allowing time to add your own touches. It can have as many special effects and whatever clothing you wish.
The next step is to select the scenes you want to recreate. Picking the well-known, often-quoted scenes is the best bet, because the parody and humour will pack the biggest punch. People like to be in on inside jokes. It’s easier to keep the audience if they know what you’re trying to do.
The great thing about a swede is that you have complete creative control. The more you make the story your own, the more interesting it will be to others. You can go way, way over the top, and as long as the audience gets the joke, they will stay with you. You can also change the scenes – add a layer of subtext to a classic scene, or completely change the ending of the film. As long as you keep the audience in the loop, you really can do whatever you want.
Camera techniques
Over the shoulder
shots - Over
the shoulder shots are just what the name says - a shot with an actor’s
shoulder in the foreground, out of focus.
Tracking
shots – this is when the camera follows the actor, which may show their
superiority.
Eyeline match - a technique that shows what the actor can see.
180 degree rule - a basic
guideline regarding the on-screen relationship between a character and another
character or object within a scene. An imaginary line called the axis connects the characters, and by
keeping the camera on one side of this axis for every shot in the scene, the
first character is always frame right of
the second character, who is then always frame left of the first.
Run Lola Run poster analysis
-‘Run’ indicates that she is running away from something.
-The red font shows danger as red is the colour of blood.
-‘Run’ is repeated, showing that she is continuously running
and has multiple problems.
-The large red font is used to express the danger.
-The image is blurred – this suggests that she is running
fast, and running away from something that she has done.
-She has a tattoo which is used to show that she is not
innocent.
-She is running towards something. We know this due to the
determination in her eyes.
-The fact that she is running suggests that the film may be
a thriller/action.
Sherlock Holmes poster analysis
-In the Sherlock Holmes poster, Sherlock wears a hat and
wears a suit. This may indicate that he is a detective and means business.
-There is a bad character in the back who is not smiling.
This shows that he may be the victim and he is not a good guy.
-‘Nothing escapes them’ phrase suggests that there will be
suspense and the film will be a mystery.
-The frame of the poster is metal, which may signify that
the people in the poster are trapped.
-The colours are very dull, showing that the film is
mysterious.
-The other man in the hat is looking very cocky, which shows
that the 2 men do well as he is proud of their work.
-Sherlock’s smirk suggests that he is a ‘good guy’.
-The other man has a moustache, which may indicate that it
is set in the olden days.
Thursday, 29 September 2016
Editing techniques
Jump cut - a 30 degree jump in the action. Generally used during a conversation or action scene.
Slow motion - Slows down shots to show significance of scene.
Montage - Speeds up shots to condense time. Consists of loads of clips and quick cuts put together to condense time.
Wipe transition - Wipes across the scene to introduce the next scene.
Freeze frame - Used to introduce a non-diegetic voice over. It introduces you to a characters importance.
Fast motion - speeds up time.
Continuity editing:
Eyeline match - when we see through a characters eyes what he's looking at.
Shot reverse shot - generally shows a conversation and cuts between the 2 different people talking.
Match on action - enables us to see movement e.g. getting in car then driving.
Pace of the scene - slow pace means you focus on dialogue. Fast pace are usually for action scenes.
Camera time - the amount of time a camera spends on a character dictates their importance.
Dissolves - Fading of time, when something fades into next scene.
Kuleshov - you insert something in the middle of the scene to create a meaning.
Fade in/out - Fading in/out of black.
Sound bridge - can link 2 scenes together to make it look like they're together.
Slow motion - Slows down shots to show significance of scene.
Montage - Speeds up shots to condense time. Consists of loads of clips and quick cuts put together to condense time.
Wipe transition - Wipes across the scene to introduce the next scene.
Freeze frame - Used to introduce a non-diegetic voice over. It introduces you to a characters importance.
Fast motion - speeds up time.
Continuity editing:
Eyeline match - when we see through a characters eyes what he's looking at.
Shot reverse shot - generally shows a conversation and cuts between the 2 different people talking.
Match on action - enables us to see movement e.g. getting in car then driving.
Pace of the scene - slow pace means you focus on dialogue. Fast pace are usually for action scenes.
Camera time - the amount of time a camera spends on a character dictates their importance.
Dissolves - Fading of time, when something fades into next scene.
Kuleshov - you insert something in the middle of the scene to create a meaning.
Fade in/out - Fading in/out of black.
Sound bridge - can link 2 scenes together to make it look like they're together.
Kill Bill
From the 2 scenes we watched in Kill Bill, we can tell that they differ a lot. In scene 1, it's very dark. As she is put into the coffin, there is a light, which soon turns into darkness as the man hammers the nails into the coffin. The vanishing of the light indicates that this may be the end of all hope for her. However, at the end of the first scene/beginning of the second scene, she turns her flashlight on. This reopens the glimmer of hope as she starts to find her escape route.
In the scenes, props play a vital role. These props help her to get out which shows their importance. In the first scene, there are hardly any props used, which may be because her hands and legs are tied up. She does however have a torch, which goes off at the end of the first scene, ending all hope and showing her giving up. However, in scene 2, she finds a pocket knife, which she uses to cut her hands free and then punches her way out. This shows her determination to escape.
Sound is also quite important in the scenes. In scene 1 there's sad music playing. This could indicate death and could even make us feel quite sorry for the woman. However, in the second scene, the music speeds up and becomes upbeat. This may symbolise that there is hope after all, and
the music could also show her triumph. This sound is non-diegetic, which expresses this point. When she escapes, the music stops, signifying the fact that she's safe.
As well as this, she makes diegetic sounds , for example when she's crying in the first scene. This impends doom on her and shows her fear. She also shows her fear with heavy breathing, indicating that she is terrified. When this panting stops, it means she's given up. In scene 2, she starts making sounds of her trying to get out, which shows her determination to do so. Her panting remains to be non-existent, which represents her belief which contrasts from scene 1.
In the scenes, props play a vital role. These props help her to get out which shows their importance. In the first scene, there are hardly any props used, which may be because her hands and legs are tied up. She does however have a torch, which goes off at the end of the first scene, ending all hope and showing her giving up. However, in scene 2, she finds a pocket knife, which she uses to cut her hands free and then punches her way out. This shows her determination to escape.
Sound is also quite important in the scenes. In scene 1 there's sad music playing. This could indicate death and could even make us feel quite sorry for the woman. However, in the second scene, the music speeds up and becomes upbeat. This may symbolise that there is hope after all, and
the music could also show her triumph. This sound is non-diegetic, which expresses this point. When she escapes, the music stops, signifying the fact that she's safe.
As well as this, she makes diegetic sounds , for example when she's crying in the first scene. This impends doom on her and shows her fear. She also shows her fear with heavy breathing, indicating that she is terrified. When this panting stops, it means she's given up. In scene 2, she starts making sounds of her trying to get out, which shows her determination to do so. Her panting remains to be non-existent, which represents her belief which contrasts from scene 1.
Tuesday, 27 September 2016
Skyfall
Skyfall is an action film starring Daniel Craig. There are clever features used in the film, such as the camera, sound, mise-en Scene, and editing techniques. In class, we watched 4 scenes from Skyfall and analysed them.
Scene 1 shows Bond walk in to a room with his colleague, who has been shot and is sitting on a chair. The camera tracks behind Bond as he walks in. This shows Bonds leadership, and that people follow his actions. Later on in the scene, there's an over-shoulder view, showing Bonds caring side, as he is trying to save his friend's life.
This scene also shows a diegetic voice over of Bond listening to his female boss. He's being directed, which some may argue as being quite counter-typical. There is then non-diegetic music which is slightly upbeat. This suggests that Bond is chasing after someone, and this also creates tension which makes Bond seem heroic.
Editing plays a huge role in scene 1. There is an eyeline match which implies that he is looking for something/someone, followed by match on action. This shows Bond as a caring character, as the camera shows Bonds face then it shows Bond trying to save a mans life.
Lastly, this scene shows a lot of mise-en scene, including lighting. The light is focused on Bonds face, showing his power and that he is the hero of the film. The scene is also in a dark place and the actor has blood all over him. This gives the impression that the film is violent due to blood being a result of violence.
In scene 2, the camera shows a wide shot when the woman in the office is on screen, showing the woman's power. Bond also shows power in this scene as the camera shows a close up of Bond followed by Bond taking over the wheel. This shows his dominance over the driver.
The music in this scene matches the location. It sounds like jungle-type music, implying that the film is located in the South-west. Bond tells his assistant 'Keep your head down', which reinforces Bond's tenderness and superiority over her.
In this scene, there is a bit of cross-cutting. This is when there are 2 locations being switched, but the situation in both locations are the same. This cross-cutting demonstrates that the woman is in control and is bossing Bond around. This could also be a counter-type.
Mise-en scene is shown in the scene when the assistant in the car turns up as soon as Bond takes a step outside, showing that Bond leads her. It also shows a stereotype of women being bad drivers when the car mirrors are smashed. Lastly, the woman in charge has her own office, and is shown in the front of the image on the screen. This shows that she has much power.
The camera in the 3rd scene is below Bond. This indicates Bonds power, which is further shown when Bond tries to shoot the villain.
Non-diegetic sound is heard in the scene. This reaffirms Bond's heroic status and indicates that a man-chase is on the cards.
Also in scene 3, there are quick cuts, to demonstrate Bond's intelligence under pressure. This is shown as Bond is calm in these violent scenes. As well as this, there's match-on-action when the assistant smashes the glass of the car.
Mise-en scene is shown in this scene when Bond's assistant is lying down in the car whilst shots are being fired. Bond, however, is out the car fighting. This shows Bond's superiority and his domination over his assistant.
In the final scene, there's a close up shot of the woman. This shows her strength and determination to achieve success on her mission. Later on, it switches between close up and bird's eye, showing Bond is determined but is also in danger.
There is also quite intense music in the scene, showing that the chase is on. Also, the words 'We both know what's at stake' are said to try make Bond even more determined to succeed. We also know from this that she is putting the country first.
The editing in the scene is very significant. There is an eyeline match which expresses the danger that Bond is in. However, this also shows Bond's strength and determination.
Scene 1 shows Bond walk in to a room with his colleague, who has been shot and is sitting on a chair. The camera tracks behind Bond as he walks in. This shows Bonds leadership, and that people follow his actions. Later on in the scene, there's an over-shoulder view, showing Bonds caring side, as he is trying to save his friend's life.
This scene also shows a diegetic voice over of Bond listening to his female boss. He's being directed, which some may argue as being quite counter-typical. There is then non-diegetic music which is slightly upbeat. This suggests that Bond is chasing after someone, and this also creates tension which makes Bond seem heroic.
Editing plays a huge role in scene 1. There is an eyeline match which implies that he is looking for something/someone, followed by match on action. This shows Bond as a caring character, as the camera shows Bonds face then it shows Bond trying to save a mans life.
Lastly, this scene shows a lot of mise-en scene, including lighting. The light is focused on Bonds face, showing his power and that he is the hero of the film. The scene is also in a dark place and the actor has blood all over him. This gives the impression that the film is violent due to blood being a result of violence.
In scene 2, the camera shows a wide shot when the woman in the office is on screen, showing the woman's power. Bond also shows power in this scene as the camera shows a close up of Bond followed by Bond taking over the wheel. This shows his dominance over the driver.
The music in this scene matches the location. It sounds like jungle-type music, implying that the film is located in the South-west. Bond tells his assistant 'Keep your head down', which reinforces Bond's tenderness and superiority over her.
In this scene, there is a bit of cross-cutting. This is when there are 2 locations being switched, but the situation in both locations are the same. This cross-cutting demonstrates that the woman is in control and is bossing Bond around. This could also be a counter-type.
Mise-en scene is shown in the scene when the assistant in the car turns up as soon as Bond takes a step outside, showing that Bond leads her. It also shows a stereotype of women being bad drivers when the car mirrors are smashed. Lastly, the woman in charge has her own office, and is shown in the front of the image on the screen. This shows that she has much power.
The camera in the 3rd scene is below Bond. This indicates Bonds power, which is further shown when Bond tries to shoot the villain.
Non-diegetic sound is heard in the scene. This reaffirms Bond's heroic status and indicates that a man-chase is on the cards.
Also in scene 3, there are quick cuts, to demonstrate Bond's intelligence under pressure. This is shown as Bond is calm in these violent scenes. As well as this, there's match-on-action when the assistant smashes the glass of the car.
Mise-en scene is shown in this scene when Bond's assistant is lying down in the car whilst shots are being fired. Bond, however, is out the car fighting. This shows Bond's superiority and his domination over his assistant.
In the final scene, there's a close up shot of the woman. This shows her strength and determination to achieve success on her mission. Later on, it switches between close up and bird's eye, showing Bond is determined but is also in danger.
There is also quite intense music in the scene, showing that the chase is on. Also, the words 'We both know what's at stake' are said to try make Bond even more determined to succeed. We also know from this that she is putting the country first.
The editing in the scene is very significant. There is an eyeline match which expresses the danger that Bond is in. However, this also shows Bond's strength and determination.
Friday, 23 September 2016
Rule of thirds poster analysis
The rule of thirds is applied by aligning an image or subject with the guide lines and their crossing points, placing the horizon on the top or bottom line, or allowing some features in the image to flow from section to section.
This image illustrates the rule of thirds as the top left corner, which the majority of people focus on first, shows a man who may possibly be the main character. The image tries to get you focusing on this man, showing his power too due to the fact that he is high up on the poster. Bottom right shows a man with a target sign on him. From this, we can tell that the film will be about the man in the top left trying to catch the guy in the bottom left. As well as this, we know that the top left man has power over the other man as he is higher up than him.
The man with the target sign on him is wearing a leather jacket and gloves. This signifies that he may be committing a crime as gloves are used when a man shoots a gun.
Lighting in the picture is important as there are only 2 men that have light shining on them, who also turn out to be the biggest people on the picture. This indicates that they are the main characters of the film. There are, however, people and helicopters with low lighting in the background, complimenting the fact that the 2 men are the main characters.
The actor in the top left looks very serious, whereas the man in the bottom corner looks slightly worried and on edge. This once again implies that the man in the top corner is trying to catch the other man,
The dodgy man in the bottom corner is holding something, which is most likely something that hes not meant to be holding, for example, it could be a gun. This clearly shows the fact that this film will have violence and crime involved. This man also has blood on his forehead, which also shows violence.
The rule of thirds is used in this image as the man is looking directly and is glazing towards the camera. His eyes are in the top left square of the grid, which shows that the maker of the poster is trying to catch your attention by looking into the mans glazing eyes. The man in the background is significantly smaller than the...
Friday, 16 September 2016
Introduction to me:
Hi I'm Tommy. I'm 16 years old and I am a student at JFS. I have one older sister and one younger sister who I get along with well. I have a passion for football just like most other boys my age, and I love watching it too.
I chose to do media studies because I love to be creative and this subject has always interested me. It is the subject that I always look forward too, unlike most of my other subjects.
My favourite film is probably Shawshank Redemption. It gripped me from the start as I love films with violence and action, especially prison films.
My favourite music genre is R&B. This is because it gets me in a good and chilled mood and I listen to it very often.
Hi I'm Tommy. I'm 16 years old and I am a student at JFS. I have one older sister and one younger sister who I get along with well. I have a passion for football just like most other boys my age, and I love watching it too.
I chose to do media studies because I love to be creative and this subject has always interested me. It is the subject that I always look forward too, unlike most of my other subjects.
My favourite film is probably Shawshank Redemption. It gripped me from the start as I love films with violence and action, especially prison films.
My favourite music genre is R&B. This is because it gets me in a good and chilled mood and I listen to it very often.
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