Sound presentation

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I think I was able to correctly present to the class the themes and ideas of contrapuntal and parallel sounds. The use of my "cinemagraphs" were unique and different as it successfully helped to present the themes and ideas that I had for my sound clip. This also made it easier than usual images and made it easier to explain as the images spoke for themselves. I was able to confidently present to the class by train of thought with the sound clip as I think the class was able to definitely understand my ideas. I also used a certain colour scheme for contrapuntal and parallel which was also effective.

EBI:
I think I could've used much more images than I had used in my presentation which could have helped to show more ideas and themes than I already had. This would've also shown that the sound clip was varied in the themes that it presented and it was not just for one static emotion but rather could be used for a much more wider range of feelings and emotions.

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Mamduh:
I loved the way he rotated and skewed his images to show a sense of destruction which was parallel to the sound clip that he used. He was able to use a simple instrumental and show how it can be interpreted in many different ways.

Abdirahman:
I think Abdi's use of the video clip was unique and also got the class interested into his presentation, it was also of a very famous movie called Reservoir Dogs which was directed by one of my favourite directors Quentin Tarantino.

Abayomi:
His presentation was very well thought out and he presented it with a clear thought structure and confidence which was evident in his presentation and his song choice. It was really clear to see the different themes and ideas that he could think of using his sound clip. 

Lighting

The image depicts low key lighting and top lighting. The top lighting comes from above and it creates emphasis on the woman's features. Through this, the woman appears more glamorous. The low key lighting also creates a strong contrast of light and dark and easily helps to create dramatic shadows. Alternatively, the light coming from the top makes it look as if the light is coming from the sky and makes the scenario look almost angelic as if she is looking for aid. This could create religious allusions to her intentions.

The image uses high key lighting and top lighting. The use of the high key lighting depicts that the man is standing outside in a sunny day. The effect of this is that shadow is still created to highlight the man's sinister features but it also looks much more realistic rather than dramatic. The use of the top lighting also links into this as the lighting mainly comes from above, like the sun in the sky above. The usage of these lighting choices creates shadows under the man's eyes and chin which helps to accentuate his frown. This easily helps to give the man a villainous and scary look

In this image, the lighting used is low key and top lighting. The use of the top lighting from above creates an emphasis on the man's determined features and facial expression. The low key lighting creates a very strong and dramatic contrast of light and dark to create intense shadows. The chiaroscuro makes the man look extremely heroic and determined, even slightly angelic as the lighting is very soft on his face and makes him glow. This easily helps to establish the fact that he is the protagonist.

The image shows the usage of under lighting and the use of high key lighting. The under lighting is evident as the lighting comes from below the subject and creates a sense of distortion and unrealism. This seems un-natural to the eye and easily helps to exaggerate the shock on the woman's face, this type of lighting is most commonly used in horror films which could be the reason for her apparent fright. The usage of the high key lighting is clear as there is the depiction of clear shadows behind the woman however there is not a huge contrast in light and dark so it is a very dimly lit scene which creates a sense of realism rather than drama.

In this scene, the lighting used is high key lighting. The use of the high key lighting makes the mise en scene very dimly lit and with a lot less contrast between light and dark. Through this, the scene is much more romantic and realistic which can appeal to the audience as it feels like a romance story that can happen to anyone. The lack of lighting also creates the moment much more intimate and private to the two characters.

In the image, there is a use of low key lighting and back lighting. The usage of the back lighting means that the source is behind the object or in this case the stars. This helps to create a silhouette and shadows in front of the stars or characters which very obviously helps to create mystery and leaves the audience asking questions. The use of the low key lighting will create very strong contrasts of the light and dark to create dramatic shadows which might suggest to the audience that the characters are hiding something and may not be trusted.

There is a use of under lighting and low key lighting. This means that the low key lighting creates an effect of chiaroscuro which means that there is a very big contrast of light and dark through the use of back and key lights. This creates a sense of unrealism and drama to the mise en scene. The use of the under lighting means creates a distorted effect as the light comes from underneath the object and creates shadows which creates an unsettling feeling which can be linked to the star's facial expressions.

The image depicts high key lighting and top lighting. The top lighting comes from above and it creates emphasis on the woman's features. Through this, there are shadows created below her face rather than actually on her face. The high key lighting also creates realism as it is used for dimly lit scenes, although shadows are created there are much else shadows presented. Alternatively, the light coming from the top makes it look as if the light is coming from the sky and makes the scenario look almost angelic as if she is looking for aid. This could create religious allusions to her intentions, especially considering she is holding her hands together and closing her eyes in prayer.

The use of lighting in this image is high key lighting and back lighting. The back lighting is when the light comes from behind the subject and creates a silhouette, this creates a sense of fear and mystery as the shadows help to hide the person and makes the audience ask questions as to the identity and intention of the character. Also the high key lighting is present as it is a very dimly lit scene which also means that it creates a sense of realism and makes the audience think that they are actually in danger.

The lighting used in this image is low key lighting and under lighting. The low key lighting helps to create strong contrasts of dark and light which creates dramatic shadows and in turn makes the stars look glamorous. However, the use of the under lighting is unusual as the lighting is normally used to create a distorted effect which is start contrast to the scenario present as they are both hugging each other romantically. This could make the audience question the intentions and thoughts of the man who looks confused and is holding a gun.

Mise en scene

Scott Pilgrim vs the World

This is a still image of the opening title sequence from Edgar Wright's Scott Pilgrim Vs the World. The first thing that is very obviously caught by our eye is the name of the protagonist "Scott Pilgrim" in big, white, bright text. The font used looks electric which makes it look as if the text is sound coming from the band's guitars. The text arches over the band as if a welcome sign which appeals to the audience as an anchor.

In the foreground, we see a female and a male sitting down watching the band, who are in the background, playing their music. The way the room is un-naturally elongated creates an interesting illusion as if the two people are watching the font and NOT the band, this is because the font is IN FRONT of the band. This creates a sense that they are watching a movie and the band in the background is just playing the soundtrack.

The people are blurred and also because of the elongation of the room, it's hard to see the band. The only thing we can clearly see is the title sequence, so it suggests to the audience that it is the most important thing in the scene at the moment, as our eyes are drawn immediately and only to the title.

Avengers

The costumes used by the characters and actors help to reinforce to the audience the fact that they are all superheroes and that the movie is a Marvel superhero comic based movie. Each costume is unique to each individual based on their comic counterpart. The location of the scene displays the carnage and destruction of New York city with fires and destroyed cars everywhere. This helped to create sense of planetary invasion that our heroes were fighting against. There is a very grand scene where the team takes out the biggest alien ship, there is an overture in the soundtrack and a circular pan shot shows how they all stand together to fight against the surrounding enemies, which creates an over all heroic feeling. The scene also uses iconic one liners such as "Hulk Smash" to relate to it's audience.

Ace Ventura

This scene is very contrasting to the other movies as it is a comedy. Jim Carrey's character Ace Ventura wears a costume of very floral and bright coloured clothes to show off his eccentric personality. The actor uses over the top facial expressions to create comedic value and express general humour of simple things such as climbing down a ladder. He also references, or rather mimicks, popular fiction such as Star Trek to make the audience laugh and by creating jokes that everyone understands. The camera uses a low angle shot to show the vastness of the tank, and the so the camera is placed closer to the floor, which Jim Carrey uses to his advantage to get close to the camera and create some more humour.

The Pianist

The genre for this movie is completely different than the other two as it is mostly focused on drama and history. The storyline is generally very dark and grim because the movie revolves around the horrors of the war and how the Jewish people were mistreated by the Nazis in the second world war. This is reflected through the use of the setting and location as the over all background colours are very dark and grey. Another way this is reflected through the usage of the colours in costume for the different characters. However despite having dark coloured clothing, the characters still have some bright colours in their clothes which could suggest how they still have their humanity despite the atrocities committed by the Nazis.

Film Poster Analysis

Blade Runner

By looking at the poster, I can tell that it is a fast paced and action film. This is evident as the main protagonist is placed in the middle top of the poster. It is easy to tell that Harrison Ford is the main star of the film as his name on the poster is just as big as the title of the film. I can also tell that he is the protagonist because the picture of him is the biggest as compared to the other pictures. Due to the bright yellow colours used in the poster which allude to stars, I can tell that it is a Sci Fi film, also due to the fact that the prop used by the protagonist is a futuristic looking gun. It could also be a Sci-Fi film because Harrison Ford was an iconic character in the Star Wars franchise for which the genre is related to Blade Runner. The setting is also outside big futuristic buildings and with futuristic cars present. The idea of the film being an action genre is evident as the protagonist is facing away with a look of determination and also he is covered in sweat and possibly also due to the fact that the characters are shown in an inked fashion which could allude to a comic book type of illustration. He is also joined by a female character who can be assumed to be dangerous due to her use of the cigarette, which could lead to allusions of her being a "femme fatale". The woman's presentation is different to the protagonist as Harrison Ford's character is bright and surrounded by light whilst the female's character is cloaked in shadow to create a sense a mystery of her character and also the idea of the classic hero and villain narrative.

This film could possibly be aimed at a younger audience such as young adults or adults. It could also be a small independent film aimed for niche or art house cinemas.

Scary Movie 2

In the mise en scene, you can see many characters sitting in the cinema watching a movie. The characters have a variety of comedic facial expressions and costumes. There is a review that let's us know how the movie is "Absolutely Hilarious!". This helps us to reinforce the idea that it is a comedic film. Also, we are also easily made aware that this movie is a sequel to a well known franchise as it's called "Scary Movie 2" and the tagline underneath the title uses the words "More" to suggest to it's audience that this movie is even better than the previous one.

I think the target audience might be teenagers or young adults as it's generally a comedic movie which could be watched by all. However, it might not be suitable for young children because the franchise is known for some explicit scenes.

Uzak

The poster uses very dark and grim colours which also reflects the overall background and landscape that the man is staring at. This could allude to the idea that the story about war and general conflict as the entire landscape is ruined. There is also a subtle use of pathetic fallacy as the weather is very depressive which could allude to the overall theme of strife in the film.

This film looks like a documentary or drama with a very serious and dark tone.

I think the target audience is for a niche or art house cinema audience. As it is a foreign subtitled film and it isn't a massive blockbuster but rather a smaller and independent film.

I'm Not Scared

The title of the film could allude to the audience that the story is about a boy who is determined and trying to overcome his fears. The fact that the main character is looking down a huge hole creates some mystery and leaves the audience asking questions. The title is also a phrase often used by children as a self affirmation. It could also mean that the child is put in a scary situation and has to face the challenges by himself.

The poster doesn't give obvious hints to the genre, but it does create a sense of mystery like a thriller or suspenseful movie due to fact that the child is looking into the unknown which is the hole.

The film could be aimed at a younger audience of children because of the main character displayed in the middle of the poster who is a child. The shot up angle from the hole also looks very comical so it could appeal to young kids.

Sin City

The storyline could be about a gang in a city as all the characters are standing close together. The audience could also interpret that the leader of the gang could be Bruce Willis' character as he is the most prominent and is in front of everyone else. The protagonist has a unique pose as if he is shooting at someone that is lying on the floor. This could allude that the protagonist may or may not be a protagonist which makes the audience question the morality of the characters which could also link to the idea of sins in "Sin City".

The poster is designed in a very graphical format as if it is inked like a comic or graphic novel which is true as the film is based on graphic novel by Frank Miller. I think it is an action film due to the fact that all characters are holding guns and it could also be a thriller because of the use of the dark and gritty colours. 

I think the target audience for this movie would be adults and people over the age of 18. This is clearly evident as all the male characters depicted in the poster are carrying guns which could reflect the possible abundance of violence in the movie. Also because the only two female characters on the poster have very provocative poses, costumes and facial expressions.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

The poster follows the iconography of the pirate's era, this is evident as the main title of the film is displayed on a scroll of old and dirty parchment and the logo is a skull with cross bones. This immediately gives us the idea that this is going to be a pirate movie and also because there are two massive ships placed in the middle of the poster. The three biggest stars of the franchise have their images placed under their names to anchor the reader into watching the film, with the main star Johnny Depp's character using a prop that is a flintlock pistol which are specific to the pirate era.

The poster is also surrounded by jungle leaves and slight fog which creates a sense of mystery as it gives the idea of adventure and urges the audience to find out more about the film by watching it. 

I think the movie and franchise is aimed at a family audience. It can be enjoyed by anyone as it has a mix of everything, from romance to comedy to action. It is a franchise that can be enjoyed by a family watching it together.

Bride and Prejudice

The two main stars are the main attractions of the poster,they give it a romantic feeling despite the fact that there is a lack of the colour red which could show that the film is not as passionate or romantic as conventional romantic films. This is also shown by the use of their facial expressions and their position of being back to back which could allude to the fact that there could be a clash like a typical romantic film of the main characters who don't like each other at first but end up falling in love. 

The background is divided into two parts behind the main stars, the right side is of India which can be seen by Indian people in traditional costumes and the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is an iconic landmark which easily helps the audience to distinguish that it is in India. The other side is shown to be a modern city which is represented with the American people. The people on either sides look like they are dancing which also makes the movie look fun to watch and it looks like a film for everyone to enjoy, this is further denoted by the colourful confetti.  

The genre for this film could be that it is a romantic comedy and that the target audience could be people of a variety of cultures. It could be aimed at a family audience as many traditional Bollywood movies are.

Million Dollar Baby

Whilst the poster does follow the common convention of having it's main stars on the poster with the protagonist taking up the most space; the poster is unusual in the sense that the protagonist has her back towards the audience. The audience doesn't get much of a story from the poster, but due to the pose of the protagonist and the fact that they are all surrounded by shadow, it provokes the audience into asking questions which can only be answered by watching the film. However, we can tell that both Clint Eastwood's and Morgan Freeman's character play a secondary role as they are in the background, it could also be suggested that Freeman's is a lesser character as his image is smaller than Eastwood's. Finally, we also see Hilary Swank's character in some kind of sports gear so we do get a small hint that the story could be sports based.

Due to it's use of the dark colours and monochromatic colour palette, it can be assumed that the movie is very dramatic and could possibly be a documentary. 

It's possible that the serious tone conveyed in the poster could mean that the film is for adults because the lack of colour makes it unappealing to a younger audience and creates the allusion that the film's storyline will be dark and gritty.