FIlm form explanation and scene analysis

Analyse in detail  two specific scenes from  films of your choice ( on youtube or streaming )  in terms of how they  use all of the  elements of film form to create mood and meaning for the audience.  Use specific shots and moments from the scenes and explore the possible reasons for the choices in film form and the affect on the audience in terms of understanding plot, character and creating an emotional response.    

Analyse how all of the following are used in your film scenes in detail with a range of examples :

Cinematography ( include examples of different shot types, angles, movement and lighting etc.)

Editing  ( shot to shot selection and structure, pace and order of cut or fades , matching eyelines  etc.)

Mise-en-scene ( choice and use of  setting, props,costumes etc.)

Sound  ( how diegetic and nondiegetic music, sound effects and spoken word are used to add mood and/or meaning)

Performance  ( nonverbal communication, body language etc.  by the actors )  

WELCOME

 Welcome to AS Film Studies ! 

This course will cover analysis of Hollywood cinema  from the 1940s to the present day  as well as  British and  European  cinema. You will also  the chance to plan and create your  own film production work.

                                             EXPECTATIONS

 A strong interest in film and  a willingness to explore new and  unfamiliar film genres and contexts.You will be expected to watch and analyse other films in your own time and complete extensive homework tasks.


Respect for the teacher and  all other students and the ability to listen to others

 Staying safe and helping others stay safe

 

BLOG INSTRUCTIONS

FIRST WRITTEN TASK

 Please complete a film review and analysis ( 500 words minimum)  of a film you have recently watched or are very familiar with. This must include the following.

Information and analysis of the film's genre and  use of generic conventions, characters,  plot  and any social or emotional themes in the film

Some initial  analysis of  film form and how it is used, These are key terms in  Film Studies  and we will be studying them in detail . Look at the following and try and include some examples :

Cinematography ( use of camera angles , framing and movement, lighting and colour )

Editing ( use and rhythm/speed of cuts and fades in key scenes ) 

Mise-en-scene ( props,costumes,set design,background and locations )

Sound  ( use of music /sound effects and spoken work and how they create mood and meaning for the audience )

Performance (the actors' non-verbal communication and importance of star/casting ) 




You  should refer in detail to at least two key scenes from the film.

DEADLINE :  Friday