-broad humour
-slapstick
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what would a kid enjoy ?
bright colours, simple story..hero and a villain.
hero saves the day
on tv
bad guy annoyed-shown to want to take action, falls over (slapstick)
bad guy in dark, shows evil.
child admires hero.
kid watching tv, running about (past the tv) bad guy hits fist, destroys credits. in dark, turns tv off, over the shoulder shot. good guy interviewed on tv.
characters:
interviewer-Hucker
Superhero-jimboooo
superhero wannabe-Chiv
bad guy-josh basset
mis en scene
Kid : colourful room posters of super hero
Bad guy: dark room, only lit by tv light
Interview: bright, appealing.
Analysis of opening sequence for "Catch Me if You Can"
The opening sequence to catch me if you can gives us a good insight into the rest of the film. It shows a man in 1950s style being chased and changing roles as he goes. We see this by the seeing the character moving across the screen being followed by a character appearing to be a member of the FBI.
The main character changes roles by alternating his costume in the appropriate environment, for example a doctor in a hospital. This gives us the impression that the film will be about a character on the run from the law, escaping by changing his appearance in order become a different person.
In terms of the soundtrack, it is used to create an atmosphere of mystery, which also allows the viewer an insight into the plot of the film. Accompanied with this is the writing which is continuously moving, which shows a constant flow of change, relating to the change in uniform of the main character.
The design, music, and colours used in the opening sequence is similar to Hitchcock. This alludes to the idea that the film is set in the 1940s/50s.
The main character changes roles by alternating his costume in the appropriate environment, for example a doctor in a hospital. This gives us the impression that the film will be about a character on the run from the law, escaping by changing his appearance in order become a different person.
In terms of the soundtrack, it is used to create an atmosphere of mystery, which also allows the viewer an insight into the plot of the film. Accompanied with this is the writing which is continuously moving, which shows a constant flow of change, relating to the change in uniform of the main character.
The design, music, and colours used in the opening sequence is similar to Hitchcock. This alludes to the idea that the film is set in the 1940s/50s.
Sunday, 22 November 2009
evaluation of prelim
In doing the prelim task I have learned more about how to make films. This includes the use of different shot types and when they are right to be used. Also, I have learned the 180 degree rule, and that it must be kept too or else the viewer can become disorientated. In addtion, I have had an introduction into the Final Cut software and have learnt how to order shots by using editing. By filiming the prelim, I feel I now know how to plan and produce a smooth, simple and well edited film.
Friday, 20 November 2009
In making the prelim I've learned many things. One of these is that I've learned how to put shot types together successfully and smoothly. I am now an accomplished user on final cut and have confidence using it. As well as these i have learned all the different shot types and where it is necessary to use them.
The 180 degree rule is a vital rule to any film as it will keep the viewer orientated and will make sure they don't get confused. It is important to keep it simple and not try to over complicate it.