Film Studies: Mise-en-Scène & Lighting

mise-en-scène

soft

key

<p>under</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>low</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Extreme Long shot</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Medium shot</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>light</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Long Take</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>not synced</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>180</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>empty</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Low-key</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>spin-off</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>lived in</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>high</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>genre</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>in</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>perseverance</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>synced</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>formal</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>duality</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>narrations</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>world</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>score</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>post</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>blueprint</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>masks</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>unsettling</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>unity</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>family</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>integral</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>plurality</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To help convey meaning and influence first impressions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Low key lighting (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It introduces a sense of mystery and intrigue. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can be either hard or soft, affecting the mood of the scene. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To eliminate harsh shadows and soften the overall look. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It enhances the perceived power of the character. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Long Shot (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To draw attention to elements in light. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Split Screen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Placement of objects to draw the eye. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It creates a disjointed or surreal feeling. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create a sense of immersion through movement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The full character and their gestures. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Graphic match (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ensures adequate space above a character's head. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Making the world feel lived in with its own history (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High key lighting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The capacity to accept uncertainty in character portrayal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through the portrayal of bodily responses and dualities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sound that is part of the film’s world (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The holistic context and messages conveyed by the genre (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unity and perseverance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Semantic looks at overall genre messages while syntactic examines structural elements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They incorporate direct references such as iconic quotes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Determining if classification should begin with elements or with films (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To add normal sounds that enhance the realism of a scene (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The use of silence in key moments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One hit movie that changes the structure of a genre (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Repression of societal issues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contrasting colors to evoke feelings of unease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through romantic relationships that lead to social integration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They create anticipation for future releases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dispersing integral narrative elements across various platforms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Multiple interpretations that can be derived from a text (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rites of integration emphasize internalized conflict and social integration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The specific signs and symbols associated with a genre (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Setting and visual motifs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It expresses a character's desires or goals directly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maximizing monetization through various unrelated product extensions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All visual elements in a scene—costume, hair, makeup, staging, and performance—that create meaning.

The location, design, color, and props that influence a scene's atmosphere and meaning. It shows how characters interact with it

Direct, intense lighting, often creating tension or drama.

A common lighting setup using key, fill, and back lights to create depth and separate the subject from background.

Lighting style with low contrast and minimal shadows to create a soft, romantic and bright atmosphere.

A shot where the subject is very small, emphasizing the environment over the character.

A shot focusing on the character, showing facial expressions and some body language.

A shot taken from above, often used to show a character as vulnerable or less powerful.

A shot taken from below, often used to show a character as powerful or imposing.

A compositional guideline where important elements are placed along lines or at the intersections of a grid divided into thirds.

A shot that continues without cuts, creating a sense of immersion.

A high difference between light and dark areas, often emphasizing key details.

Switching between two or more different scenes to create thematic parallels or juxtapositions.

A shot that emphasizes emotion and performance through close-up view of a character.

An image with equal weightage on both sides making it hard to focus on certain elements of the composition.

Creating a believable and detailed fictional setting, often in science fiction and fantasy.

The ability to embrace uncertainty and ambiguity, without needing answers or closure.

Acting that feels grounded, natural, and believable, as if the characters are real people.

Acting that reflects a specific actor's unique style or persona, even across different roles.

Acting that is intentionally heightened, exaggerated, or theatrical, often emphasizing artistic choices.

Diffused lighting that creates softer shadows and a less harsh, more gentle atmosphere.

The understanding between filmmakers and audiences about what to expect based on the genre.

The recurring visual elements, themes, and motifs that define the musical genre.

The central ideas and messages explored in musicals, such as unity, harmony, and perseverance.

Sound coming from within the narrative world, such as character thoughts, emotions, or physical actions.

Sound originating outside the narrative world, including sounds from the environment, like traffic or music.

Sounds that establish the setting and atmosphere of a scene, like rain, wind, or city noises.

Music composed specifically for a film, often used to evoke emotions and enhance the narrative.

Sounds added during post-production to enhance realism, like footsteps, door creaks, or clothing rustles.

Sound helps the audience understand what's happening and where, even when visuals are obscured.

Sound can set up expectations about characters, events, or genre conventions.

Sound can be used to show what a character hears, reflecting their emotions or perspective.

Sound can create a sense of tempo, pacing, and tension in a scene.

Sound can reveal a character's personality, emotional state, or even their location.

Sound can help create a seamless flow between scenes, even when there are cuts or changes in location.

Sound can highlight important events or objects, drawing attention to them within a scene.

Genre provides a framework for storytelling, outlining typical elements like plot, characters, and themes.

Recurring visual symbols, settings, characters, or props that are associated with a particular genre.

The early stage of a genre, where it explores its potential and establishes conventions.

The environment of a scene, including location, design, color, and props, influencing the atmosphere and meaning. It reveals how characters connect to their surroundings.

These details on characters provide insights into their personality, social standing, and even the time period.

Creates strong shadows and high contrast, often used in horror films and suspenseful scenes.

Different colors evoke particular emotions and expectations in viewers, influencing the tone and mood of a scene.

A shot where the subject is very small, emphasizing the environment over the character, often used to establish location or make a character feel insignificant.

A shot that shows the entire character from head to toe, with some environmental context, used to show their relationship to the space or to other characters.

A shot focusing on a character's face, emphasizing emotions and performance, used to create intimacy and intensity.

A shot capturing a very small detail of a character's face or an object, creating suspense or emphasizing significance.

A composition guideline where important elements are placed along lines or at the intersections of a grid divided into thirds, creating a balanced and visually appealing image.

A shot where the camera is positioned above the subject, making them appear smaller and less powerful.

A camera movement where the camera rotates horizontally, following a subject or exploring the scene.

Genre provides a framework for storytelling with typical elements like plot, characters, and themes.

Creating a fictional setting that feels real and detailed, often found in sci-fi and fantasy, with a history and backstory, like a book or film's universe.

The ability to embrace uncertainty and ambiguity, not seeking answers or closure, like accepting mysteries.

The way an actor portrays a character, with three styles: realized (natural), individualized (actor's specific style), and stylized (intentional choices).

It's an agreement between creators and audiences about what to expect based on a type of story, like a thriller or musical.

Central ideas commonly explored in musicals, like unity, harmony, and the power of perseverance.

Recurring visuals and elements that help define a genre, like the setting, characters, and plot types.

A challenging question: When classifying stories, do you focus on the individual elements or the overall genre?

Diegetic sounds are within the story world (characters hear them), while non-diegetic sounds are added by the creators (like background music).

Determinate spaces have clear borders, while indeterminate spaces are more abstract, like a backstage musical.

Themes that often appear in musical stories, like a community finding unity, characters building relationships, and a return to harmony.