Media language Flashcards
Whats the definition of Mise en scene
What we can see - makeup, props, costume, lighting, facial expression and body language
What do props do
Add symbolic value
Whats the definition of cinematography
Art and technology of film production
Whats high key lighting
Very bright and well-lit lighting
Whats low key lighting
Dim lighting with few shadows
Whats a close up shot
used to describe a tight shot of someones emotions
Whats an establishing long shot
Shot to show location
What does a low shot do
Give the person more authority, look taller
Whats the definition of editing
Organisation and sequencing of shots, refining the shots and synchronising them with sound.
What is continuity editing
editing style that presents the text in chronological order, emphasising real time
What is montage editing
a series of short shots that are sequenced to condense space, time and information.
What is match on action
term used to describe a shot that cuts to continuing a piece of action, that allows for smooth transition
What is diegetic sound
Sounds the characters can hear
What is non-diegetic
Sounds the characters cant hear
What is contrapuntal sound?
Sounds that are contrast to the images
