Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Discussion On Mise En Scene

Raiders of the Lost Ark:


Genre: The movie Raiders of the Lost Ark is a movie that comes under the genre of adventure/action film. Through the edits, shot types and characteristics you are aware of the genre. The lighting is dull and hot creating a suspenseful and uncomfortable environment. The edits are quick and jumpy so that the scenes appear fast paced and exciting. The Shot types are usually jumping from close-ups to wide angled shots to make sure you are involved and feeling the suspense.

Style of Acting: The actors overact and create the illusion of determination and struggle.

Props: Lights, cobwebs, statues and his whip. The clothing is always presenting a typical adventuress character and the props are very detailed to create the most realistic setting.

Lighting: The lighting is dark, lots of shadow, heated which creates a suspenseful atmosphere. The Temperature of the lighting is important, in the cave they created a scary cool temperature to give the audience a goosebumps, shivering feeling.

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