Mise-en-Scène Flashcards

Involves all of the elements within the frame.

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4 Constituents

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Setting
Lighting
Costume / Makeup
Acting

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Setting

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Defines the location of the narrative and sets the social/imaginary limits of the film. Will evoke a mood.

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Hard Lighting

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Lighting that produces hard, contrasting shadows.

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Soft Lighting

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Creates soft shadows that aren’t too noticeable.

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Three Point Lighting System

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Key Light: Primary lighting source that provides the main illumination

Fill Light: Reduces the contrast from the key light.

Back Light: Illuminates from the behind, brightening the edges.

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Costume & Makeup

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The clothing, accessories, and makeup constitute the primary means of characterization. It may support scenic realism by accurately portraying the clothing of people living in a specific time and place. Conveys cultural connotation.

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Acting

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The method by which a person portrays a character to portray an individual personality.

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