MIL TECHNICAL AND SYMBOLIC CODES - PARTLY CLOUDY SHORT FILM

Identify three technical/symbolic codes found in the short film. Take a screenshot of it. Explain why this code was used in the film.

Partly Cloudy - Short Film

1. PERFORMANCE TASK #1
Media and Information Languages
GROUP 8 12-03HSS

2. PARTLY
Cloudy

3. QUESTION #1
Identify three technical/symbolic codes
found in the short film. Take a screenshot of
it. Explain why this code was used in the
film.

4. Lighting & Character Symbolism

5. Lighting & Character Symbolism
Lighting is used to create atmosphere and enhance the mood of different scenes. For
example, soft, warm lighting are used during joyous or heartwarming moments
between characters, while darker or more dramatic lighting are employed during
tense or climactic scenes. The contrast in lighting can also symbolize the contrast
between joy and struggle within the narrative. Additionally, the changing weather
patterns in the film serve as symbolic representations of the characters' emotions.
For example, when the bright clouds find joy and fulfillment in creating fluffy and
normal babies, the weather clears up, symbolizing their emotional clarity and
contentment. Conversely, when the stormy cloud feels overwhelmed or frustrated,
storms brew overhead, reflecting his sorrow.

6. Mise en Scene

7. Mise en Scene
Mise en scène, in French means ‘everything within the frame’, refers to the
arrangement of visual elements within the frame, including set design, props,
costumes, and blocking. In the short film “Partly Cloudy” it uses mise en scene
at the end of the film to show everything in one frame. The contrast between
the bright and stormy clouds, the worker storks, and babies. Additionally, the
use of props, such as the delivery baskets and crafting tools, helps to establish
the jobs of the characters.

8. Close-up Shots

9. Close-up Shots
Close-up shots in film are used to highlight specific details or emotions,
often focusing on characters' facial expressions or small gestures. For
example, an extreme close-up shot capturing the cloud's tiny hands
delicately crafting a baby and the stork's worried and awful expression
as he navigates the creation of the stormy cloud. These shots intensify
the emotional impact of key moments and draw the audience's attention
to important visual cues.

10. What media conventions are shown in the
film? Name two.
QUESTION #2

11. "Partly Cloudy" is adhering to genre conventions
because the film includes characteristics that are
common in animated short films. Like lots of
Pixar shorts, it's amusing mainly because of its
funny characters and situations. With a narrative
that appeals to both children and adults, the film
is also family-friendly. Its imaginative
characteristics, such as clouds carrying children,
enhance their appeal and originality. In short,
"Partly Cloud" keeps to typical conventions of
fantasy, humor, and family appeal encountered in
animated shorts.
"Partly Cloud" keeps to the usual style and layout of
Pixar's animated shorts. It has colorful, creative visuals
with characters that are animated which move properly.
In light of the film's brief handling of a period of time the
film presents an easily understood and interesting story
which makes it suitable for an individual view. The
emotional experience is improved by a combination of
music and sound effects, which gives the story a deeper
meaning. Detailed storytelling behind the scenes ensures
that every scene helps to create a more diverse story.
These elements work together to make an animated short
film that proves to be visually amazing and emotionally
powerful.
Form ConventionsGenre Conventions

12. What possible media messages can the
audience get from the film? Identify two.
QUESTION #3

13. This animated short film tells the story of a very
unfortunate stork who is forced to deliver scary babies
of various cruel animals made by a miserable dark
cloud. Stork suffered a lot of grief and bitterness, he
endured it because of his responsibilities that he had to
accomplish. Instead of walking away or giving Dark
Cloud the impression that he wasn't satisfied with
what he was doing, he found a means to reassure Dark
Cloud that everything would be alright and that he
would always be at his side. It illustrates that
supporting dark cloud feelings of rage and despair
would be beneficial for the two of you. Let us help
them in realizing it and changing.
This short film shows that even in less than perfect
conditions, a strong friendship can endure and even
flourish. It demonstrates how loyalty and a strong
foundation of friendship can alter the course of events.
At times, we fail to recognize the happiness that small
things bring us, and at other times, we fail to recognize
the value of our positive relationships, which ultimately
leads to their breakdown and eventual breakup.
However, it shows that Stork is able to empathize with
his friend Dark Cloud; he did not abandon or make Dark
Cloud feel as though he was having difficulties. He was
there to support and share the genuine spirit of
friendship with his friend.
Friendship amd Loyalty
Having Sympathy with your
Friends and Emotions

14. Arnel Flordeliza - Questions #3
Alyssa Isabelle Lebarios - PowerPoint Presentation
Shamae Jane Tambis - Question #1
Jenelyn Vidal - Question #2
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