Tuesday 29 September 2015
Film Language: Lighting
There is low key lighting in this image to create shadows. The key light is coming from the back on the left hand side ( our view ), to create a shadow on her face. In addition to this, there is also back lighting creating a silhouette and not a lot of filler lights have been used. Also, the smoke creates a mysterious and dramatic atmosphere.
This image also uses low key lighting, as there is a lot of darkness and shadows around her. Her face is mainly lit which suggests that there is a top light being used. The use of only a top light being used creates a theme of glamour and romance.
The lighting used in the image is high key lighting as there aren't many shadows being created. However, there are shadows under the characters eyes, which suggests that top lighting is being used. The use of this top light creates an aggressive facial expression.
This image has low key lighting, also there is lighting coming from the right hand to create a shadow on the actors face, also there is lighting coming from the back to show the rain. In addition, there's some sort of light showing the gun, which may be a filler light. The use of low key lighting helps to create a dark/scary theme.
In this picture low key lighting is used, also there is a key light coming from the left hand side creating a shadow across the woman. There is no back light as the shadow is well shown. Even though, the picture is lit quite well, the use of no filler light emphasises the shadow and makes it look less realistic.
This image uses high key lighting, the lighting from the window is being used to make the scene look more natural. The use of the blinds and the light coming through them makes the picture look more realistic.
The only lighting used in this image is a back light to create the silhouettes on the floor, this creates a dramatic and mysterious picture.
This picture has low key lighting, and no key light is being used in this picture as the shadow is very contrasted and well shown. The use of this lighting makes the picture more mysterious and dramatic.
There is high key lighting being used in this picture, as it looks quite realistic and natural. There is top lighting being used as her face is well lit. Back lighting is being used as well as filler lights, as no shadows are being created, which emphasises a more natural look.
In this picture low key lighting is used, also there is a key light coming from the left hand side creating a shadow across the woman. There is no back light as the shadow is well shown. Even though, the picture is lit quite well, the use of no filler light emphasises the shadow and makes it look less realistic.
This image uses high key lighting, the lighting from the window is being used to make the scene look more natural. The use of the blinds and the light coming through them makes the picture look more realistic.
The only lighting used in this image is a back light to create the silhouettes on the floor, this creates a dramatic and mysterious picture.
This picture has low key lighting, and no key light is being used in this picture as the shadow is very contrasted and well shown. The use of this lighting makes the picture more mysterious and dramatic.
There is high key lighting being used in this picture, as it looks quite realistic and natural. There is top lighting being used as her face is well lit. Back lighting is being used as well as filler lights, as no shadows are being created, which emphasises a more natural look.
This picture has low key lighting, there is a key light coming from the right hand side to light up the characters face which also creates a shadow on the wall of the character at the back. However, the picture doesn't have much light which creates a very dark atmosphere.
This picture has high key lighting, despite the shadows at the back. There is a key light coming from the left hand-side creating a very dim silhouette on the wall at the back. There is a filler light being used, to create a more realistic and natural image.
Tuesday 22 September 2015
Mise-en-scene
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| Mad Hatter - Alice In Wonderland. |
One of the main characters in Alice In Wonderland is the Mad Hatter. The size differentiation between Alice and the Mad Hatter suggests there might be a fantasy theme in the film. In addition, the way the Mad Hatter is dressed conveys this may be a fantasy as we wouldn't see someone dressed like this in everyday life. Also the dark lighting creates an uneasy atmosphere along with the sinister building at the back and Alice's and The Mad Hatters facial expressions. Even though nothing looks normal, these two characters are having a tea party, which may imply there is something unusual.
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The Maze Runner
The main character in this film is Thomas ( Dylan O'Brien ) and the story is based upon a group of people trapped in a glade and they try to escape through a maze.
This scene starts off quite tense and fast moving and therefore sets a dramatic pace for the rest of the film. The dark lighting and lack of colour in the beginning sets a thrilling and intense atmosphere. Also, the loud sounds of the machines churning makes everything seem more thrilling and scary. As well as the sounds of the machines in the background, there is a build up of dramatic music which sets a feel of danger. In addition, the way both characters are dressed conveys they have been in some sort of trouble or don't have the right facilities to dress nicely, as they're dressed in a scruffy matter. They are also wearing backpacks and carrying weapons which suggests they may be in some sort of danger. Both characters look quite scared and they're both running for their lives trying to escape. Right at the beginning the pace starts off quite slow and then as soon as they start running the music starts and everything gets more intense.
The Strangers
This film is about two couples going away for their honeymoon, and end up being terrorized by three masked killers.
This scene immediately gives off a sinister feeling, due to the eerie music being played in the background and the sound of metal being scraped on the floor continuously. This begins to get more intense as the distressed looking actress gets up slowly and gets closer to the window. The use of the knife emphasises the fact that shes in danger and makes the scene seem more intense. More so, the actress has a distressed facial expression throughout the entire scene and her shallow breathing creates tension and a spine-chilling atmosphere.
Furthermore, as soon as she sees the masked person behind the window the sudden dramatic sound sends a horrifying shock to the audience and makes it even more scary. The use of the record player playing in the background and the continuous banging creates more intensity to the scene and adds to the sinister atmosphere.
Alice In Wonderland
As soon as this scene starts you can tell its a fantasy, due to the characteristics and the surroundings. Furthermore, you can tell that this a wacky/funny film, mainly because of the fun music and comical singing in the background. In addition, you can tell this is a fantasy, as you wouldn't see tea pots singing and dancing in everyday life. The main character Alice, doesn't seem taken back by this and joins in which adds to the theme of fantasy.
In addition, the use of fireworks at the end creates a happy atmosphere. The facial expressions of the characters convey to the audience that this is a wacky film, along with their colourful costumes.
The main character in this film is Thomas ( Dylan O'Brien ) and the story is based upon a group of people trapped in a glade and they try to escape through a maze.
This scene starts off quite tense and fast moving and therefore sets a dramatic pace for the rest of the film. The dark lighting and lack of colour in the beginning sets a thrilling and intense atmosphere. Also, the loud sounds of the machines churning makes everything seem more thrilling and scary. As well as the sounds of the machines in the background, there is a build up of dramatic music which sets a feel of danger. In addition, the way both characters are dressed conveys they have been in some sort of trouble or don't have the right facilities to dress nicely, as they're dressed in a scruffy matter. They are also wearing backpacks and carrying weapons which suggests they may be in some sort of danger. Both characters look quite scared and they're both running for their lives trying to escape. Right at the beginning the pace starts off quite slow and then as soon as they start running the music starts and everything gets more intense.
This scene immediately gives off a sinister feeling, due to the eerie music being played in the background and the sound of metal being scraped on the floor continuously. This begins to get more intense as the distressed looking actress gets up slowly and gets closer to the window. The use of the knife emphasises the fact that shes in danger and makes the scene seem more intense. More so, the actress has a distressed facial expression throughout the entire scene and her shallow breathing creates tension and a spine-chilling atmosphere.
Furthermore, as soon as she sees the masked person behind the window the sudden dramatic sound sends a horrifying shock to the audience and makes it even more scary. The use of the record player playing in the background and the continuous banging creates more intensity to the scene and adds to the sinister atmosphere.
As soon as this scene starts you can tell its a fantasy, due to the characteristics and the surroundings. Furthermore, you can tell that this a wacky/funny film, mainly because of the fun music and comical singing in the background. In addition, you can tell this is a fantasy, as you wouldn't see tea pots singing and dancing in everyday life. The main character Alice, doesn't seem taken back by this and joins in which adds to the theme of fantasy.
In addition, the use of fireworks at the end creates a happy atmosphere. The facial expressions of the characters convey to the audience that this is a wacky film, along with their colourful costumes.
Saturday 19 September 2015
Film Language Analysis
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From this poster, I can tell that this film is quite futuristic, as the images portray this.Furthermore from this poster I can till this film has a sci-fi theme to it due to the colours used in this poster.
Genre- Sci-fi
Target Audience- 18-40
From this poster I can infer that this film may be based on multiple horror stories, due to the writing on the t-shirts. Furthermore, I can tell this is a comedy, from the film review at the top "Absolutely hilarious".
Genre- Horror/Comedy
Target Audience- 16-20, mainly aimed at young teens.
This poster creates a quite dark and dramatic atmosphere due to the dark colours . Therefore, the story line of this film may have a serious plot. I can also infer that this film is foreign due to the title.
Genre- Drama/Thriller
Target Audience- 20-30, targeted mainly at an older audience.
This poster doesn't give much of a story line, but I can infer that this boy has discovered something down a hole that might be dangerous or scary due to the title name "I'm Not Scared". Also, the title name is big and bold to make the poster seem more dramatic.
Genre- Thriller/Drama
Target Audience- 16-30
Due to the lack of colours used in this poster implies this film may be quite dark. Also the title name "Sin City" conveys the story may be based on multiple rebellious acts, this is supported with the images of the guns clearly shown on the poster.
Genre- Thriller/Drama
Target Audience- 18-30, mainly older audience.
From this poster I can tell this film is about Pirates, due to the title along with the skull and ship that relates to Pirates. Furthermore, it looks like quite a dark film, as the poster has a lack of colour in it.
Genre- Thriller/Fantasy/Drama
Target Audience- 16-25
The title of this film implies this film is based upon romance, the bright colours convey a happy atmosphere. Also, the male and female are in the center of the poster, which implies the film will mainly revolve around them two. Furthermore, the poster conveys that the two main characters are from completely different backgrounds, due to the Taj Mahal on the right side, and a view of America on the other side. The reviews also suggest that the film is quite comical yet romantic at the same time.
Genre- Rom-Com/Drama
Target Audience- 16-30
This poster doesn't show a lot about the story line. However, it does gives off a dark and serious atmosphere due to the lack of colour, and the actors serious expressions. Furthermore, I can infer the main character is the woman as shes in the center of the poster. Also, due to the what the woman is wearing may suggest its about something involving sport.
Genre- Drama
Target Audience- 16-40
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