Film as Art Chapter 1 Quiz and Flashcards

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Which of the following is NOT one of the modes of production?

Conglomerate (correct)

Studio

Independent

Cooperative

A "work print" is

Raw footage

Edited footage

The unedited footage printed from the camera negative (correct)

Final cut of the movie

"Critical flicker fusion" is

The rate at which frames are projected to create movement (correct)

The process of coloring film

The effect of sound on film

The editing process of a film

The process of previsualization (also called "previs")

Uses computers to rework storyboards into three-dimensional animation Signup and view all the answers

"Gauge" refers to what quality of the film strip?

Width Signup and view all the answers

A preliminary synopsis of a film's action is called a

Treatment Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT a standard width for film strips?

24mm Signup and view all the answers

A "master shot" is

A single take of all the action of a scene Signup and view all the answers

During shooting, separate shots are made "out of continuity," which means that they are created

Out of sequence for convenience Signup and view all the answers

Ancillary markets are

Film markets other than theatrical exhibition Signup and view all the answers

The "aspect ratio" of a film refers to

The relationship of width to height of its images Signup and view all the answers

The "rental" is

The share of the theatrical film gross that goes to the distributor Signup and view all the answers

To maximize income from consumers, distributors time their tentpole theatrical releases according to

The availability of the director for public appearances Signup and view all the answers

A "slate" (also called a "clapboard") is

A sign held to record information about a take Signup and view all the answers

Amos Poe and Maya Deren are

Experimental filmmakers who have used small-scale production Signup and view all the answers

"Style" refers to

A film's use of various cinematic techniques Signup and view all the answers

An "optical sound track"

Encodes information in the form of patches of light and dark Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a "special version" of a film?

A theatrical version Signup and view all the answers

When small-scale production becomes "collective" production,

Several film workers participate equally and may rotate roles Signup and view all the answers

A film that assembles existing images or archival footage is called

A compilation film Signup and view all the answers

The six major Hollywood distributors account for what portion of theater ticket sales in the United States?

95 percent Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the total box office receipts generated by a film?

Gross Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a "tentpole" film?

A romantic comedy Signup and view all the answers

How did The Blair Witch Project affect film distribution?

It led distributors to use websites to help market their films Signup and view all the answers

Manufacturing companies that buy the rights to use a film's characters, title, or images on their products are engaging in

Merchandising Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a "nontheatrical exhibition"?

An Internet download to a personal computer Signup and view all the answers

After commercial movie houses, the most important theatrical venue is

Film festivals Signup and view all the answers

When did supplements become part of the filmmaking process?

After the beginning of the DVD age Signup and view all the answers

Filmmaking is a long process that from beginning to end requires

constant decision making Signup and view all the answers

Exhibition factors, such as image size, may affect a filmmaker's

stylistic choices Signup and view all the answers

A strip of film consists of base and emulsion.

True Signup and view all the answers

It is not yet possible to use digital sound tracks for films.

False Signup and view all the answers

Computer-generated imagery has done away with the need for making miniatures and models for special effects.

False Signup and view all the answers

A storyboard is a series of drawings of the shots planned for a film.

True Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Film Production Terminology

Modes of production include various methods used in filmmaking; "Conglomerate" is NOT one of them.
A "work print" is unedited footage from the camera negative, now rarely used in editing.
"Critical flicker fusion" creates the illusion of movement by flashing film frames quickly on the screen.

Preproduction Processes

Previsualization (or "previs") transforms storyboards into 3D animations using computers.
A "treatment" is a preliminary synopsis of a film's action.
Film strips typically have standard widths, but 24mm is NOT considered standard.

Filming and Editing Techniques

A "master shot" captures an entire scene in a single take.
Shots can be made "out of continuity," which refers to filming scenes in a sequence that suits production convenience.

Film Distribution and Revenue

Ancillary markets are avenues for film income beyond theatrical exhibition.
The "aspect ratio" of a film refers to the width-to-height ratio of its images.
The "rental" is the portion of box office earnings distributed to the film distributor.

Tentpole Films and Marketing

Distributors schedule tentpole releases based on the director's availability for public appearances.
A "slate" (or clapboard) is used to record information about each film take.
Some filmmakers, like Amos Poe and Maya Deren, are known for their small-scale, experimental productions.

Sound and Special Versions

An "optical sound track" uses patches of light and dark to encode audio information.
"Theatrical version" is NOT considered a "special version" of a film.

Collective Production and Archival Films

In collective production, film workers share roles equally.
A compilation film is created by assembling existing images or archival footage.

Industry Insights

Major Hollywood distributors contribute to 95% of theater ticket sales in the U.S.
"Gross" refers to the total box office receipts from a film.
"Tentpole" films are significant blockbusters; "Selma" is NOT an example.

Influence of Technology

"The Blair Witch Project" shifted distribution strategies, prompting the use of websites for movie marketing.
Merchandising involves companies licensing a film's characters or images for products.

Exhibition and Decision Making

Nontheatrical exhibition can include forms like internet downloads.
Film festivals are a crucial venue after commercial movie houses for theatrical screenings.
The integration of supplements into filmmaking began in the DVD era.

Filmmaking Process

Filmmaking necessitates constant decision-making throughout the production stages.
Exhibition elements, such as image size, play a critical role in a filmmaker's stylistic choices.

Film Composition and Sound

A film strip consists of base material and emulsion layers, confirming that a strip indeed requires both components.
Digital sound tracks are now viable, contradicting prior limitations.
Despite advances, computer-generated imagery doesn't eliminate the need for miniatures in special effects.

Storyboarding

A storyboard is composed of a sequence of images depicting planned shots for a film.

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Test your knowledge on the concepts from Chapter 1 of 'Film as Art.' This quiz includes key terminology and definitions that define the modes of production, film processes, and critical theories in cinema. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of film concepts.

Film as Art Chapter 1 Flashcards