Style in the Wire

Now that we've watched the first episode of The Wire, watch this video essay. It does a great job of explaining just why The Wire is realism and just where the it deviates from the realistic style.




Style in The Wire from Erlend Lavik on Vimeo.

Mise-en-Scene in Night of the Hunter

The following images are for your reference as you complete you film reaction journal.

BEFORE AND AFTER

Before and After Sample A

Before and After Sample B

 

Before and After Sample C

SYMMETRY 

Symmetrical Sample A

Symmetrical Sample B

 

Symmetrical Sample C

CONTRAST

(The Light and the Dark)

Contrast Sample A

Contrast Sample B

Contrast Sample C

INNOCENCE

(Childlike Storybook)

Innocence Sample A

Innocence Sample B

Innocence Sample C

Here are a few clips to view. Use them to respond to the Run Lola Run Film Reaction Journal.

These first is the transition between Act I and Act II. The second is the transition between Act II and Act III.








These nest three are from Acts I, II, and III. They each depict a similar event: as Lola bumps into a woman, we see the rest of her life flash before our eyes.

Sound Editing Project

Here are a few websites that provide free, public domain sound effects. Please note that while some of the sites listed do have sounds for sale, they also have free sounds. This project should not cost you a penny, so don't agree to purchase anything.

Find Sounds
The Recordist
Partners in Rhyme
Free Sound Files
GR Sites
Free SFX
Sound Transit
Media College
Pac DV

Run Lola Run

If you missed part of the movie, it is available through Youtube... (At least for now...)

Psycho Breakdown

Check out these three scenes from Hitchcock's Psycho. Definitely not the most famous of shots from the film, but still pretty interesting in terms of cinematography.









I take it back. That last one is pretty famous.

Here's your task:

Watch all three clips. Select one that you'd like to write about.

Using the 'Cinematic Breakdown' forms, break the scene down - moment by moment, frame by frame. Identify all of the techniques of cinematography that are used in the clip. For each technique, (A) describe the shot in detail, and (B) explain in detail what effect the cinematic choice creates for the viewer.

Hints - Use your notes! Use the precise terms! Use details in your descriptions and explanations!

If you have any questions, feel free to address them in the comments section below. Remember, your objective here is to demonstrate an understanding of how filmmakers use cinematography to manipulate an audience.

Good Luck. Have fun.