Casablanca : classical style summary

  Summarise  and explain ( with examples from Casablanca and other films of your choice where relevant ) the key conventions and "rules" of classical Hollywood style film form. Use the resources on the Casablanca and Film Form pages and our class discussion to help

This should cover the following elements :

Cinematography and lighting

( e.g matching eyelines, 180 degree rule , framing and shot types  for clear narrative ,consistent lighting, lighting to match mood )  

Editing 

( e.g cause and effect, invisible continuity editing , use of shot /reverse shot ,  3 act narrative structure , narrative resolution should be clear )

Mise-en-scene

( e,g should be "realistic " and consistent and support the narrative rather than dominate it.)

Sound

( e.g should match onscreen action ( synchronous) , support the narrative and the mood of the film, should create relevant and clear responses in audience e.g use of dramatic music )

Performance

( e,g should be "realistic " and consistent , character motivation should be clear and linear ) 

You can find some resources and more examples on the Casablanca  blog here