Sunset boulevard Flashcards
What does C.A.M.E.L.S represent?
Camera techniques, Acting, Mise en scene, Editing, Lighting, Sounds
Camera technique in the corpse?
- Low angle shot of Joe in the pool with reporters and police above = suggests that because Joe has ended up in the pool, the success and wealth he so strived for has been what has caused him to die.
Acting in the corpse?
- Reporters and police acting towards Joe= shows what is important in hollywood society, which is the story behind what happened rather than if they could help Joe.
Mise en scene in the corpse?
- The giant camera= again reflects that the camera is important and that it is a main focus of hollywood society as well as what is valued
Lightning in the corpse?
- Illuminated lighting on joes face= to highlight the shocked expression he has on
Sounds in the corpse?
- Digetic= police and camera men talking about Joe with shocked and concerned voices for him
Camera techniques in Money Trouble?
- Full view= The full view of Joe sitting on the bed at eye level with the camera suggests that he does not have much money and cannot afford another apartment.
Acting in Money Trouble?
- Joes aggravated, determined expression with a pen In his mouth illuminates the strive and determination that Joe has at writing a script that can be used.
Mise-en-scene in Money Trouble?
- Background= presents a dirty, messy room with not much in the apartment, suggesting the lifestyle and lack of wealth that Joe has
Lighting in Money Trouble?
- High light coming from the winds= the harsh light illuminates Joe and him sitting at his type writer. Thus, foreshadowing the tragic flaw that Joe has to strive for success and wealth with so much determination.
Sounds in Money Trouble?
- Diegetic= Joe typing on his typewriter, making the sound prominent to the audience to emphasize the work that Joe is trying to succeed in.
Camera Techniques in A White Elephant of a House?
- Long shot= Highlighting how huge Normas house really is and the vastness of the mansion. The camera shot aims to put the whole of the house in the shot.
Acting in A White Elephant Of a House?
Norma on the balcony with her glasses= mysterious and somewhat creepy. Norma can see anyone at her house where she is standing. Symbolises having somewhat of a leverage point over Joe, relating to the financial stability he comes to be controlled over.
Mise-en-scene of A White Elephant of a House?
- Normas outfit= Dark, mysterious, creepy. A sense of mystery to who she is.
Lighting of A White Elephant of A House?
- Natural lighting of the sun on the house= suggesting a natural light on the house
Sounds of a White Elephant of A house?
- Diegetic= Max and Norma talking to Joe. Norma sounds as though she is expecting Joe while Joe sounds unsure of what he has just walked into.