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Cinematography video feedback/learner response

  1) Type up your feedback/comments from your teacher. WWW: Fade in at start, clear typography, appropriate use of sound work, range of cinematography EBI: more detailed description, remove unnecessary titles, keep some clips on for longer, abrupt transitions and ending  2) Now reflect on your work and write your own summary of the comments and feedback you have received. Write  three  WWWs and  three  EBIs. WWW: good use of typography, variety of cinematography, appropriate sound  EBI: bad quality videos, use the same clips that are filmed on the day, better transitions  3) L earner response: think about what you  learned about cinematography  making the video and also watching others. What will you do differently when you start the coursework in the summer? What tips or tricks have you learned from others that you can use next time? Are there any specific aspects of camerawork that you need to revise or practice? From watching other pe...

Cinematography practical

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  In this video I used a variety of camera shots and angles, I used zooms, pans, tilts, low angle shots, medium shots, close ups and long shots  

Cinematography blog tasks

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  1) Write an analysis of the cinematography in the opening sequence.  Highlight  your use of media language and try to cover camera shots, angles and movement using the terminology we have learned in lessons.  Tracking shots that follows characters closely, close up shots to show facial expressions in detail, medium shots showing the amount of people, wide shots that show the geographical context, low angle shots show them as powerful and dominant  2) How does the camerawork give the audience clues about the setting, narrative and character? It emphasises the characters expression and emotions during tense times which allows viewers to connect with the emotions and feel the pain they are feeling. It shows how people are being forced into something and being separated from there family  Secondly, find and analyse  one  film or TV still image. Add the image to your blogpost.  3)...

Video feedback/learner response

  1) Type up your feedback from your teacher. WWW: exactly one minute long, good choice of images, transition to contrapuntal(wipe), consistent pace matched the sound, effective parallel sound EBI: include key words in description, embed the video, low volume images, abrupt ending, handed in late 2) Type up your feedback from fellow students - you can summarise key points if several students give you similar feedback. WWW: good contrast between parallel and contrapuntal, constant pace throughout the video, high quality images in the second half EBI: low quality images in the beginning, need to use smooth ending transition, use original videos 3) Now  reflect  on your work and write your own evaluation of your video. Write a 'What went well' (WWW) paragraph and a paragraph for 'Even Better If' (EBI) underneath the rest of your feedback. WWW: I used a distinct difference between the contrapuntal and parallel images, using peaceful images at the start in comparison to the ...

Sound analysis: blog task

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    Find a film clip on YouTube that uses sound in an interesting way. Analyse the use of sound, making sure you use the key language we have learned about sound in film Clip: a quiet place official trailer 2024  -the diegetic sound is used throughout the clip to create the audience in the mind of the views, administrating the tense and severity of the situation. Sound   plays a crucial role in creating tension and immersing the audience in the film's world. The use of diegetic sound heightens the sense of realism and urgency.  -The film employs silence effectively, using it as a powerful tool to build suspense. The absence of sound forces viewers to focus on subtle audio cues, making every small noise feel significant. -The sound is parallel to the clip, the suspense building up through the audio also builds up through the clip, this creates a vision for the audience and them being apart of this thriller .

Sound practical task

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For the first 30 seconds, I used tranquil and peaceful pictures to indicate the beauty of nature relating to the sound. The last 30 seconds, I used violent pictures to show the contrast between the visual ferocity and the audio  https://youtu.be/huQVZ6ocRVw?si=F6lKLzQd8K1hoRbR

film and tv language: lighting

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  Identify examples of  high  and  low-key  lighting. Say which depict  top ,  back  or  under lighting . What  effects  are created by the lighting in each image  low key lighting, top lighting, creating a sinister look almost if she is hiding from someone  high key lighting with low key lighting on his face to define key features, back lighting, creates the effect of a leader that is serious and certain and brings our attention to the costume  low key lighting , top lighting , the light shining on his badge and gun creates the effect that he is a police officer trying to stop something or be a hero  A characteristic of film noir is its distinctive lighting style: - Low-Key Lighting: Creates strong contrasts between light and shadow, enhancing the mood of mystery and tension. - Practical Lights: Streetlights and neon signs contribute to the ambiance while enhancing the aesthetic. - Atmospheric Effects: Fog, rain...