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.
Thursday, 29 September 2016
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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