The village: title sequence Flashcards
1
Q
the black screen
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foreshadows ivys lack of sight and also amplifies the moaning howls of the wind which prepares us for a more eerie setting
2
Q
as the screen lightens
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a mournful flute starts to play which prepares us for sadness and grief.
3
Q
the camera
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is pointing up towards the full sky, with the bleak trees in view. Then it uses a vignette to darken the corners.
4
Q
the tension explodes
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when the bass drum punctuates twice. mysterious noises increase in volume creating an unbearable crescendo.
5
Q
what does it foreshadow?
A
the sequence not only creates powerful tension but foreshadows the hunt where the monster who later turns out to be noah, tries to kill ivy- it is as if we are seeing this chase through her obscured vision
