Camerawork/Editing- Close up shots when people are speaking to give the audience perspective from the characters point of view. Over the shoulder shots used to give the audience a good view of what's happening so they can take it all in. Cameras placed in a certain position and follow movement of someone, this is used to show the audience that someone is watching that person. Transition when women is in the car in the lake, to when she wakes up in hospital, to show the audience how she is feeling and what she is seeing, so they can relate towards it. During the major fighting scene in the shed, when the man is being strangled, the cameras blur, and show disorientation, this is to give the audience an insight into what the character is seeing and what the character is feeling. Most of the camerawork included in the film isnt handheld, as seen in many other big films, the use is minimal. The cameras are mainly on rigs such as cranes, or mounted, to allow the user to keep the camera moving, but at the same time, keeping the camera stable to ensure that the audience can get an understand of what is going on. The use of mid shots are very frequent throughout the film, mainly to focus on the characters when they are performing and ineteracting with eachother, this is so we see what both characters are doing, their facial expressions, and how they are reacting to evens around them. There is use of editing when flashbacks are being shown during the film, these are usually shown with sepia or a black and white filter over them, in this film, there is flashbacks to the evens in the South America, in which they have a grain filter on them, to show they took place in the past, and not lately.
Costumes- Military costumes used to show the army and who works for them, also shows authority within. Suits are worn to show the professionalism.
Representation-
Tom/Ron is shown and represented as extremely different during different scenes in the movie, to begin with during the start of the film, hes shown as a caring, innocent, loving husband to claire, who are infact, extremely happy together, once hes been arrested he is still shown as innocent, and caring, the way he acts creates a feeling of warmth and love between the couple. However, once Claire find out that he is responsible for many murders, we see a completely different side to him, hes shown differently, he then hurts Claire, ties her up, and prepares to infact kill her, we see a huge change, from the loving caring husband, to this violent tough man, we see these changes mainly through posture, facial expression, and through tone of voice.
Claire is shown as an extremely intelligant, powerful, smart, indedpendent woman, always dressed appropriately and accoringly. We see this through her tone of voice, the way she acts, and we see her dress sence during opening scenes of the movie with her boss. However, just like Tom, we see a change to her representation as the film goes on, like when she and her boss have the car crash, we see her weak, needy, with no make up on, lying in a hospital bed, in casual clothing. A very different Claire to the one the audience were introduced to during the start of the movie.
Charlie, is shown as a very different character compared to the other two, his appearance isn't the best by no means, his house follows this, a very untidy place, which matches how he looks. Charlie is recovering from being an alcholic, this shows that he isnt the perfect person in which the audience would expect him to be, hes an off the wall, take a chance kind of person, hes generous, he helps Claire fight against the threat of army officials and the government.
Lighting- Bright at the start, the lighting tends to get darker when something important is about to happen, this is a sort of indication to the audience.
Sound- Fast, up beat music is used when building up to a scene of fighting or action, helps to build up suspense and tension before hand. Slower music used when a scene is more frightful or upsetting, to give the audience an insight and to let them feel what the characters are feeling. During the big fight scene in the shed, we hear the loud gunshot, once the gun is fired the sound goes silent, this is to emphasize whats happened, and to give the audience time to take in ones just happened, and the severity of it.
Titles:
The name 'High Crimes' is implying that both the establishments and the sevrity linked with the crimes are extremely serious, and of horrific manner, this is due to the inclusion of the army and also the government, the name stands for two things. The titling of the film is very simple and straight forward, 'High Crimes' is written in a white font, on a simple plain black baground. The manner of this is very formal, and rather sophisticated, this maybe could be to show the audience, and give them an insight into the mood of courtrooms and locations with a serious meaning, during the film. The titles fade out and in, at a slow pace, and they appear during scenes of the disfunctioing villages.
Narrative- The husband and wife move to the country to find their ideal lifestyle, however on a shopping trip in san francisco, the husband is captured by the FBI and charged with the murder of 9 peasants in a remote village during 1088. His wife is shocked to discover, that her husbands real name is Ronald, not in fact Tom, who was a covert military operate serving in the United States marine corps, and has been on the run for the last fourteen years. Tom denies the murders but admits he was present at the scene.
Genre/Target Audience- The main target audience for this film would be adults from around the age of 25-40's, mainly because this is more of a mystery action thriller, younger people would enjoy it, but its not as action packed as some of the films in which younger people would rather watch and enjoy. However the film does have the inclusion of extreme violence, and sexual content, this is a pointer as to why the film is a thriller aimed at rather mature, older audiences, rather than the younger generation. The film however, is only labeled as a 12 for viewing, this could be due to the fact that children these days are introduced to more severe and horrific films at an earlier age, this film doesnt have too much violence, however there is a lot of implied violence, bad language isnt really included much either, so the reason its been branded as a 12 is understandable.
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Doctor Who - Notes Write Up
Narrative-
Plot Outline- Doctor is taken to the asylum, a prison, the doctor and the ponds must find an escape route. The daleks begin to close on them as they attempt to escape. This is a one off episode, but it is actually part of an ongoing series. Throughout the episode we get the doctor kind of telling us the story, this is shown as a part of mise en scene. The Doctor along with an Amy and Rory who are headed for divorce are kidnapped by the Daleks. They find themselves before the Dalek Parliament and the Doctor is quite surprised when he learns why: they want the him to save them. A ship has crashed on the one place they will not go - the Asylum, where mad Daleks are sent to spend their days. Once there, they are assisted by the only survivor of the crash, Oswin, who has been there for a year awaiting rescue and making soufflé's to pass the time.
Representation-
The doctor is represented in many different ways during the doctor who episodes, he is made out to be capable of achieving anything with his varied knowledge, and his screwdriver, however as well as this, he is rather unusual, and is made too look out and stand out differently from any other character we may have seen, this is done to draw the audience in, and make them fall in love with him, in which, they have succeed, as the doctor is loved by the audience. The doctors appearance is one in which he represents the character very well, he dresses rather smart, and in some way quirky, this is shown to represent a light, happy side to the doctor, however, he does have a dark, and rather serious side to him at times. Rory if featured in the episode to be the joker, whether its by what his physical presence is doing, or in what he says, even though he has recently divorced amy, he still has love for her, and she also still has feelings, however choses not to show this through facial expression, and her tone of voice.
Mise en scene-
The mise en scene in this episode, varies depending mainly on the location. The setting of the episodes makes it very important so that the audience establish the mood of it, and also so that they establish the mood of the characters. During the first main plot, the setting is in a very snowy environment, with very little around, its dark, eery, the mood changes as soon as this setting is shown. The dalek asylum is very similar, its very dark, eery, its extremely mysterious, this is added so that the audience finds it very curious, and they get a sense of what the character is feeling, this makes them feel much more involved, and makes the audience want to continue to watch the programe, and see whats next. You can see during this episode, as it goes on, the lighting goes from bright at the start, to much darker as the story gets more meaningful.
Sound-
The sound is a major part in the doctor who episodes, in this episode, the music gains pace as the episode goes on, this shows that the audience can expect something is about to happen, especially during the main plot, its used to show the audience this is a substantial scene in the episode, and they want to make sure you are very focused on it. There is a use of non digetic sound throughout, this is to create a small, meaningful atmosphere, and to get across a mood to the audience. Eery music is used leading up to an exciting part of the episode, the music then gains dramatic pace and then suddenly something happens. The music is added to help to control the narrative, and this helps the audience to get an understanding of the plot and also whats going on, so they can get a feel for the character and the setting. Most of the sound FX included in this Doctor Who episode, except the daleks who are voiced by person, are from a foley sounds library, or sometimes can even be created in a foley studio.
Camerawork-
There is lots of different camerawork used to create different effect, and meaning when you are watching the episode. When something dramatic or extremely exiting and important is happening, there are fast cuts, this is to make the audience feel much more involved in what's is going on, a very good example of this would be when there is explosions inside and the doctor is running away from them, he doesn't really have much idea of what is going on and going on around him and that is what they want the audience to feel and relate to when they create this mood. When there isn't much going on during the episode, the shots are much slower and more spaced.
Titles-
The doctor who introduction, has no live footage, the intro is completely computer animated, and includes a flying tardis. The introduction includes the same old theme song for Doctor Who, this is so that the audience obviously recognize the programme, its also the same without the sound, you know its doctor who because of the tardis. The characters names appear on screen, then the actors names appear in accordance to the main roles in the programme.
Target Audience-
There is a very widespread audience for the Doctor Who episodes, however, the specific audience they intend to reach is late teens, and upto adults, there is lack of swearing and sexual nature, this therefore makes the Doctor Who episodes suitable for children of a younger age, so this reinforces that the episodes cater for a very widespread audience.
Genre-
The genre of Doctor Who can be defined by two genres, the first is Science Fiction, this is show off by the use of space, the inclusion of aliens, other planets, other life, it is also shown by the typical elements of the Science Fiction genre, such as robots, space ships, and force fields. The other genre is drama, as includes a majority of dramatic features, just like other tv programmes, like murder investigations, things like that.
Plot Outline- Doctor is taken to the asylum, a prison, the doctor and the ponds must find an escape route. The daleks begin to close on them as they attempt to escape. This is a one off episode, but it is actually part of an ongoing series. Throughout the episode we get the doctor kind of telling us the story, this is shown as a part of mise en scene. The Doctor along with an Amy and Rory who are headed for divorce are kidnapped by the Daleks. They find themselves before the Dalek Parliament and the Doctor is quite surprised when he learns why: they want the him to save them. A ship has crashed on the one place they will not go - the Asylum, where mad Daleks are sent to spend their days. Once there, they are assisted by the only survivor of the crash, Oswin, who has been there for a year awaiting rescue and making soufflé's to pass the time.
Representation-
The doctor is represented in many different ways during the doctor who episodes, he is made out to be capable of achieving anything with his varied knowledge, and his screwdriver, however as well as this, he is rather unusual, and is made too look out and stand out differently from any other character we may have seen, this is done to draw the audience in, and make them fall in love with him, in which, they have succeed, as the doctor is loved by the audience. The doctors appearance is one in which he represents the character very well, he dresses rather smart, and in some way quirky, this is shown to represent a light, happy side to the doctor, however, he does have a dark, and rather serious side to him at times. Rory if featured in the episode to be the joker, whether its by what his physical presence is doing, or in what he says, even though he has recently divorced amy, he still has love for her, and she also still has feelings, however choses not to show this through facial expression, and her tone of voice.
Mise en scene-
The mise en scene in this episode, varies depending mainly on the location. The setting of the episodes makes it very important so that the audience establish the mood of it, and also so that they establish the mood of the characters. During the first main plot, the setting is in a very snowy environment, with very little around, its dark, eery, the mood changes as soon as this setting is shown. The dalek asylum is very similar, its very dark, eery, its extremely mysterious, this is added so that the audience finds it very curious, and they get a sense of what the character is feeling, this makes them feel much more involved, and makes the audience want to continue to watch the programe, and see whats next. You can see during this episode, as it goes on, the lighting goes from bright at the start, to much darker as the story gets more meaningful.
Sound-
The sound is a major part in the doctor who episodes, in this episode, the music gains pace as the episode goes on, this shows that the audience can expect something is about to happen, especially during the main plot, its used to show the audience this is a substantial scene in the episode, and they want to make sure you are very focused on it. There is a use of non digetic sound throughout, this is to create a small, meaningful atmosphere, and to get across a mood to the audience. Eery music is used leading up to an exciting part of the episode, the music then gains dramatic pace and then suddenly something happens. The music is added to help to control the narrative, and this helps the audience to get an understanding of the plot and also whats going on, so they can get a feel for the character and the setting. Most of the sound FX included in this Doctor Who episode, except the daleks who are voiced by person, are from a foley sounds library, or sometimes can even be created in a foley studio.
Camerawork-
There is lots of different camerawork used to create different effect, and meaning when you are watching the episode. When something dramatic or extremely exiting and important is happening, there are fast cuts, this is to make the audience feel much more involved in what's is going on, a very good example of this would be when there is explosions inside and the doctor is running away from them, he doesn't really have much idea of what is going on and going on around him and that is what they want the audience to feel and relate to when they create this mood. When there isn't much going on during the episode, the shots are much slower and more spaced.
Titles-
The doctor who introduction, has no live footage, the intro is completely computer animated, and includes a flying tardis. The introduction includes the same old theme song for Doctor Who, this is so that the audience obviously recognize the programme, its also the same without the sound, you know its doctor who because of the tardis. The characters names appear on screen, then the actors names appear in accordance to the main roles in the programme.
Target Audience-
There is a very widespread audience for the Doctor Who episodes, however, the specific audience they intend to reach is late teens, and upto adults, there is lack of swearing and sexual nature, this therefore makes the Doctor Who episodes suitable for children of a younger age, so this reinforces that the episodes cater for a very widespread audience.
Genre-
The genre of Doctor Who can be defined by two genres, the first is Science Fiction, this is show off by the use of space, the inclusion of aliens, other planets, other life, it is also shown by the typical elements of the Science Fiction genre, such as robots, space ships, and force fields. The other genre is drama, as includes a majority of dramatic features, just like other tv programmes, like murder investigations, things like that.
One Show Camera Shots
Over the shoulder shot to give us the person who is listening point of view.
Fast paced panning shot.
CGI of The One Show titles that features the shows name.
Close up on the guest to show the audience her reactions and feelings.
Zoomed out shot of all the involved people to give the audience an insight into how they are acting and feeling.
Two shot of the presenters of The One Show speaking directly towards the audience, making eye contact with the camera.
One Show Analysis
What do they do (Presenters) to engage and address the audience?
Do they use Language to address them? Do they use Body Language to engage the audience? Or Guests to gain more viewers?
In the one show their is a frequent use of graphics throughout, this is to include interactivity with the audience. The two main presenters of the one show throughout the episode, are talking directly towards you, this makes you feel interested and involved. As well as the presenters and graphics, bright lighting is used to keep the audience interested, and it also makes the program appealing to match its genre.
The set is also a very colorful one, as if it was dark, this wouldn't attract as many viewers as its more boring and less appealing, its extremely vibrant, and there is an inclusion of extremely modern furniture, the main focus is the coffee table, where the interviews take place, and the presenters talk to the audience, there is no use of separate chairs, instead there is the inclusion of two separate sofas, this helps the presenters and guests contain a close bond, and allows them to present the show to the audience and relates to them as they will most likely be watching the show from their own sofas at home.
As the one show includes frequent interviews, over the shoulder shots are used so that you can see the interviewer, but also still have the main focus on the person being interviewed. There is also inclusion of contact numbers, adresses, and email adresses to give the audience interactivity within the programme, these are displayed on screen, and have a low level music piece over the top, then are narrated by one of the presenters, this is so that it doesnt seem to bland, and can keep the audience interested.
The different uses of camera are kept at a certain level, but it all depends on who they are recording. Close ups are used in the program so that the audience takes much more of an interest in what is being said by the person. Not only does this give the audience an insight into whats been said, but it makes the audience feel much more involved with the presenters, and the people being interviewed.
The one show includes frequent use of the 'Two Shot' which includes both presenters, this is used to allow the guests of the show, to walk on and off the set without really being noticed. In some video clips, the program use handheld cameras, this is to reiterate the realism in the recording. Finally, the dress code for the presenters is 'Smart Casual' nothing too major, but nothing un-presentable either, very often you will find that the guests on the show are actually much more formal than the presenters themselves.
The one show introduction title is extremely fast paced, and in your face, the music is fairly upbeat and appealing, and the colours used for the introduction titles consists of bright red and white, this indicates that the programe's aim is to please the audience, and draw them in to watch the programme by including this positive colour scheme, the colour scheme also fits in with the BBCs colour scheme, as the programme is owned and broadcast by the BBC, so this also lets the audience become aware that its a BBC programme and doesn't belong to another broadcasting channel. The name is 'The One Show' this is an indication that the BBC want it to be the 'best show' or the only show to watch, this isnt a great way to entice an audience however, it may may draw certain people in, and therefore also gain a new wider audience simply because of the shows name.
Do they use Language to address them? Do they use Body Language to engage the audience? Or Guests to gain more viewers?
In the one show their is a frequent use of graphics throughout, this is to include interactivity with the audience. The two main presenters of the one show throughout the episode, are talking directly towards you, this makes you feel interested and involved. As well as the presenters and graphics, bright lighting is used to keep the audience interested, and it also makes the program appealing to match its genre.
The set is also a very colorful one, as if it was dark, this wouldn't attract as many viewers as its more boring and less appealing, its extremely vibrant, and there is an inclusion of extremely modern furniture, the main focus is the coffee table, where the interviews take place, and the presenters talk to the audience, there is no use of separate chairs, instead there is the inclusion of two separate sofas, this helps the presenters and guests contain a close bond, and allows them to present the show to the audience and relates to them as they will most likely be watching the show from their own sofas at home.
As the one show includes frequent interviews, over the shoulder shots are used so that you can see the interviewer, but also still have the main focus on the person being interviewed. There is also inclusion of contact numbers, adresses, and email adresses to give the audience interactivity within the programme, these are displayed on screen, and have a low level music piece over the top, then are narrated by one of the presenters, this is so that it doesnt seem to bland, and can keep the audience interested.
The different uses of camera are kept at a certain level, but it all depends on who they are recording. Close ups are used in the program so that the audience takes much more of an interest in what is being said by the person. Not only does this give the audience an insight into whats been said, but it makes the audience feel much more involved with the presenters, and the people being interviewed.
The one show includes frequent use of the 'Two Shot' which includes both presenters, this is used to allow the guests of the show, to walk on and off the set without really being noticed. In some video clips, the program use handheld cameras, this is to reiterate the realism in the recording. Finally, the dress code for the presenters is 'Smart Casual' nothing too major, but nothing un-presentable either, very often you will find that the guests on the show are actually much more formal than the presenters themselves.
The one show introduction title is extremely fast paced, and in your face, the music is fairly upbeat and appealing, and the colours used for the introduction titles consists of bright red and white, this indicates that the programe's aim is to please the audience, and draw them in to watch the programme by including this positive colour scheme, the colour scheme also fits in with the BBCs colour scheme, as the programme is owned and broadcast by the BBC, so this also lets the audience become aware that its a BBC programme and doesn't belong to another broadcasting channel. The name is 'The One Show' this is an indication that the BBC want it to be the 'best show' or the only show to watch, this isnt a great way to entice an audience however, it may may draw certain people in, and therefore also gain a new wider audience simply because of the shows name.
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