Mise-en-scene and Framing- Light and shadow

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Mise-en-scene

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what is in the shot/ what is on the screen

Question 2

cinematographic composition

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how it is shot

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elements of mise-en-scene

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setting, actors, lighting, movement

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movement (staging) and performance

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how actors are positioned in a frame can tell u alot about their relationships, acting style and typecasting

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costumes (wardrobe) and makeup

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can convey a characters personality or status, can signify an era

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hard lighting

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creates a strong contrast with harsh shadows emphasizing the difference very bright and very dark areas.

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low key lighting

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uses minimal fill light resulting in strong contrasts between the brightest and darkest parts of the image. creates deep shadows which can obscure parts of the principal subjects

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Soft lighting

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produces softer edges with less contrast and fewer harsh shadows creating a more even gentle illumination

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high key lighting

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very bright lighting with minimal shadows. used for a lighter tone to create an upbeat and cheerful atmosphere.

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frontal lighting

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eliminates shadows

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side lighting

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emphasizes a characters facial features

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backlighting

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can creates silhouettes and separation from the foreground.

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under lighting

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can create the effect of a menacing or threating figure

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top lighting

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can create the effect of a glamorous or angelic figure

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source- lighting

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artificial and natural

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colour- lighting

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palettes, contrast, saturation

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framing

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camera distance, balance, level, height, angle, aspect ratio

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closeups- camera distance

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focus on a single subject

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extreme closeups- camera distance

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zoom in a specific part of the subject to emphasize particular details

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medium shots- camera distance

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capture the subject from the waist up, balancing detail and context

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long shots- camera distance

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show the subject with a broader environment, providing context and setting.

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screen distribution/ arrangement- balance

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how elements like actors and props are positioned in the frame

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symmetry and asymmetry- balance

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using balanced or unbalanced compositions to create visual interest or convey meaning.

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parallel level- framing

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the camera is level with the subject providing a stable and balanced view.

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tilted/ dutch angle- framing

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the camera is tilted creating a sense of unease or disorientation.

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eye- level- framing

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the camera is at the subjects eye level creating a sense of equality and connection.

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high or low height- framing

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adjusting the camera height can after the viewers perception of the subjects importance or emotional state.

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high angle- framing

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looks down on the subject making them look smaller or vulnerable

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low angle- framing

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looks up at the subject giving them a sense of power or dominance.

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straight angle- framing

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a neutral perspective often used for straightforward storytelling

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widescreen- aspect ratio

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often used for epic and expansive shots, providing a cinematic fee.

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academy ratio- aspect ratio

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a more square format traditionally used in older films which can create a sense of nostalgia or an intimate atmosphere.

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camera movement

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a way of directing the audience attention to a scene, it tells us who to follow, what is important and can even misdirect us.

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pan- camera movement

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camera scans space horizontally left to right

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tilt- camera movement

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camera swivels up or down like nodding your head

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tracking/ dolly shots- camera movement

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changes the camera’s position, can be used to follow characters.

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crane/ drone/ helicopter shots- camera movement

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allows the camera to rise above ground level.

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focus

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how sharp or blurry an object, person, or setting appears in a scene. directs the viewer’s attention to a specific part of the frame.

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depth of field

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the extent of the scene that appears acceptably sharp and is influenced by the focal length of the camera.

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shallow depth of field

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only a small area of the scene in focus, while the background and foreground are blurred. often used to isolate the subject from its background, drawing the viewer’s attention to a specific element.

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deep focus

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a larger portion of the scene in focus, from the foreground to the background. useful for scenes where you want to keep multiple elements in sharp focus, providing a more detailed and immersive view of the environment.