Year 10 Media - Film Analysis Lesson 1.pptx

Year 10 Media - Film Analysis Lesson 1.pptx

1. Year 10 Media Film Analysis

2. Introduction to Film Techniques How is meaning constructed on film?

3. Symbolic Codes These are the secret spices that make a movie uniquely flavorful and intriguing. They're the symbols, objects, or colors used in films to convey deeper meanings. Think of a red rose in a romantic scene symbolising love or a stormy weather setting hinting at turmoil. These codes add layers of meaning to the story, allowing viewers to engage with the film on a more profound level. Symbolic codes in media include  setting, mise en scene ,  acting  and  colour .

4. Setting Setting is the time and place of the narrative. When discussing setting, you can describe the setting of the whole story or just a specific scene. A setting can be as big as the outback or space, or as small as a specific room. Setting can even be a created atmosphere or frame of mind.

5. Alien (1979)

6. Mise En Scene Mise en scene is a French term that means ‘everything within the frame’. In media terms it has become to mean the description of all the objects within a frame of the media product and how they have been arranged. An analysis of mise en scene includes: Set Design Costume Props Staging and Composition

7. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)

8. Acting Actors portray characters in media products and contribute to character development, creating tension or advancing the narrative. The actor portrays a character through: Facial expression Body Language Vocal qualities

9. Silence of the lambs (1991)

10. Colour Colour has highly cultural and strong connotations. When studying the use of colour in a media product the different aspects to be looking at are: Dominant colour Contrasting foils Colour symbolism

11. How can colour tell a story? Simply put, colour can affect us emotionally, psychologically, and even physically, often without us being aware. Colour in film can build harmony or tension within a scene, or bring attention to a key theme. When telling a story, colours can …

12. Technical Codes Technical codes in film studies are the behind-the-scenes wizards that shape your movie-watching experience. They consist of all the techniques that filmmakers use to tell their story. Imagine how a close-up shot can make you feel intimately connected to a character, or how slow motion can heighten a moment's drama. Technical codes also include the way scenes are cut together or how sound effects are used to build tension. Technical codes in media include  Camerawork ,  Editing ,  Audio  and  Lighting .

13. Camerawork Camerawork refers to how the camera is operated, positioned and moved for specific effects. Aspects of camerawork include: Positioning (Size, Angle) Movement Framing Focus

14. Shot Size Shot size  is how much of the setting or subject is displayed within a given frame of a video, photo, or animation, hence the scope or size of the shot. Different types of camera shots in film or video communicate different narrative value and are combined during post-production to tell a story.

15. Camera Angle The camera angle  is used to specify the location where the camera is placed to take a shot. The position of the camera in relation to the subjects can affect the way the viewer perceives the scene. A scene may be shot simultaneously from multiple camera angles to amplify the cinematic effect and the emotions. 

16. Camera Movement Camera movement  is a powerful filmmaking tool employed to modify the relationship between the subject and the camera frame, with the goal of altering viewer's perspective of space and time for a more impactful and visceral visual storytelling. Static / Fixed Shot Dolly Shot Zoom Shot Dolly Zoom Shot Pan Shot Tilt Shot Whip Pan Shot Whip Tilt Shot Tracking Shot Crab Shot Arc Shot

17. Camera Movement

18. Camera Framing Camera shot framing  is the art and science of placing subjects in your shots. Camera shots are all about composition. Rather than  pointing  the camera at the subject, you need to  compose  an image. Single Shot Two Shot Three Shot Over-the-Shoulder Shot (OTS) Point-of-View Shot (POV)

19. Single Shot 2-Shot 3-Shot When your shot captures one subject it’s known as a  single shot , etc.

20. Over the Shoulder shot Another element of camera shots to consider is the perspective of the shot. An over-the-shoulder shot shows your subject from behind the shoulder of another character. Because it emulates perspective, it’s common in conversation scenes.

21. POV shot A POV shot is a camera shot that shows the viewer exactly what that character sees. This transports the audience into that character.

22. Jaws (1975)

23. Editing Editing is the process of choosing, manipulating and arranging images and sound. Editing is generally done for three different reasons: Rhythmic edits Spatial edits Temporal edits

24. Spatial edits The editing techniques used to manage the spatial relationships between shots, helping viewers understand the physical layout of scenes and how characters or objects are positioned relative to one another. These edits are crucial for maintaining spatial continuity, which is vital for the audience's understanding and engagement with the film .

25. Temporal edits Temporal edits in film are used to manipulate the perception of time within the narrative. These edits can compress or expand time, rearrange sequences, and effectively control how the audience experiences the story's timeline.

26. RHYTHMIC EDITS Refers to the pacing and tempo at which scenes are cut together to control the flow of the movie. These edits are used to influence the viewer's psychological and emotional response to the film, making the pacing feel either fast and intense or slow and contemplative. The rhythm of a film is largely dictated by the duration of the shots and how they are sequenced together.

27. Audio Audio is the expressive or naturalistic use of sound. Audio can be diegetic or non diegetic . The three aspects of audio are: D ialogue S ound effects M usic

28. Diegetic Diegetic audio refers to sounds that are part of the film's narrative world and can logically be heard by the characters within that world. This includes any sound that has an on-screen source or an implied source within the story, such as: Dialogue between characters Sounds made by objects in the scene (e.g., doors closing, footsteps) Music coming from instruments, radios, or other devices within the scene For instance, if a character is playing the piano, and you hear piano music, that music is diegetic. It’s part of the scene's natural environment and the characters can hear it.

29. Non-Diegetic Non-diegetic audio, on the other hand, is sound that does not originate from the film world and is not audible to the characters, but is designed for the audience’s experience. This includes: Film score or background music not justified by the action on-screen Narrator’s commentary (unless the narrator is a character reflecting within the narrative) Sound effects added for dramatic effect (e.g., ominous music during a suspenseful scene) For example, a dramatic orchestral piece that builds tension during a chase scene is non-diegetic; the characters do not hear it, but it enhances the audience's emotional experience.

30. Internal sound Internal sound is a type of diegetic audio, but with a specific twist: it represents what a character is hearing within their mind. This form of sound is not audible to other characters within the film and is used to provide insight into a character's inner thoughts, feelings, or perceptions. Examples of Internal Sound Internal Monologue: This is when the audience hears the thoughts of a character spoken as if they are talking to themselves. It's used to reveal the internal conflicts, memories, or motivations that might not be expressed outwardly. Heightened Sounds: Sometimes, a film might amplify certain sounds that a character focuses on due to their emotional or mental state. For instance, the ticking of a clock might be louder in the mix to emphasize a character's anxiety about the passage of time. Internal sound is often used to: Enhance Psychological Depth: By giving audiences access to a character’s internal experiences, filmmakers can create a deeper understanding of and empathy for that character. Advance the Plot: Internal sounds can also provide exposition or foreshadow future events in the narrative. Evoke Mood and Atmosphere: The use of internal sound can intensify the emotional atmosphere of a scene, making it feel more immersive and intense.

31. Lighting Lighting is the manipulation of natural or artificial light to selectively highlight specific elements of the scene. Elements of lighting include: Quality Direction Source Colour

32. Written Codes Written codes are the formal written and spoken language used in a media product. Just like technical and symbolic codes, written codes can be used to advance a narrative, communicate information about a character or issues and themes in the media product. Can include: Text Typography Graphics Dialogue