Within Her Eyes Flashcards
(24 cards)
Who is the choreographer of Within Her Eyes?
James Cousins
What is the dance style used by James Cousins?
Contemporary/contact work
What were the two starting points for the choreography of ‘Within Her Eyes’?
Narrative and emotional themes, physical idea of keeping the female dancer off the floor
The movement was created through improvisation and filmed for later learning.
What is the main theme of ‘Within Her Eyes’?
A love story with a twist
It combines themes of love and loss, dependency and loyalty, longing and memory.
What was the choreographic intention behind ‘Within Her Eyes’?
To maintain the emotional intensity of the live performance and portray an abstract tragic love story
The story is open for interpretation.
How does the choreography in ‘Within Her Eyes’ reflect the relationship between the dancers?
The female dancer is constantly reaching, wrapping, balancing, and falling around the male dancer
This highlights her emotional connection and struggle to move on.
How many dancers are featured in ‘Within Her Eyes’?
2 (1 male / 1 female)
What structure does ‘Within Her Eyes’ follow?
A prologue followed by 6 continuous sections
The sections are defined by changing locations, physicality, and music that reflect the developing relationship.
True or False: The male dancer in ‘Within Her Eyes’ initiates the movements.
False
The male dancer merely responds to the female dancer’s every move.
Fill in the blank: The choreography in ‘Within Her Eyes’ creates a unique vocabulary and style that is both _______ and _______.
[physically] [emotionally]
What is the overall effect intended by the structure of ‘Within Her Eyes’?
A seamless journey
Who created the accompaniment for the Within Her Eyes?
Seymour Milton in collaboration with James Cousins
The accompaniment evolved alongside the choreography.
What elements are combined in the music of the accompaniment?
Electronic elements with strings and piano
This combination creates a haunting and emotive effect.
Describe the female dancer’s costume.
Beige shirt and skirt
The lightness of her costume gives her a more ethereal and celestial feel.
Describe the male dancer’s costume.
Khaki jumper and jeans
The darkness of his costume contrasts with the lightness of hers.
What does the darkness of the male dancer’s costume symbolize?
Links him to the earth
It contrasts with the female dancer’s celestial appearance.
What type of lighting is used in the film?
Natural light of the environment
The film shows a development from daytime to night to illustrate the passage of time.
What effect does the darker setting towards the end of the duet have?
Adds to the intensity and intimacy of the final section
It reflects the emotional state of the characters.
What is the nature of the performance environment?
Site sensitive; dance for camera
The film was filmed by Scratch.
How does the camera work contribute to the film’s atmosphere?
Starts far away, creating a feeling of isolation
The camera gradually moves closer as the dancers’ relationship develops.
What filming technique is used for the majority of the film?
Camera on a track
This provides a very smooth quality to the visuals.
What filming technique is used in the penultimate section?
Hand-held camera
This technique gives a raw and unstable feeling, reflecting the female character’s heightened emotional state.
What do the remote locations in the film symbolize?
Isolation and separation from society
Locations progress from open landscapes to more intimate settings.
How does the progression of locations reflect the characters’ relationship?
Shows a passage of time and increasing intimacy
The settings become more intimate and restricted as the relationship progresses.
