Mise-en-scene
What is foreshadowing?
The placement of props or characters actions could hint at future events
What does establishing shot show?
The setting of the film
What is emotional impact or engagement?
The rhythm of cuts in the scene
In a horror film who is the antagonist?
The killer/monster
What is rhythm or editing in film?
Cross-cutting between music
What is wealth or privilege?
The arrangement of furniture and props in a space showing the characters status
What does camera shaking symbolize?
What is pacing or tension?
The use of jump cuts can create this feeling
What is the "final girl" in horror films?
The final survivor of the killer who is probably going to be in a sequel as well
What is suspense or emotional buildup?
The score building tension gradually
What is tension or intimacy?
The spacing and interaction between characters
What is focus or attention?
A zoom-in shot on an object adding the viewers focus to an object
What is suspense or parallel action?
The technique of cross-cutting between two scenes
What are the key elements that define the action genre?
Action films often follow a hero's journey or a heist
What is dramatic intensity or emotional pause?
It can show moments of tension by the use of silence
What is characterization or development?
Costumes that are precisely designed can reflect this aspect
What is urgency or momentum?
A tracking shot following a character
What is character development?
A montage can be implemented to compress the time passed
What narrative structure is commonly found in mystery films?
Mystery films usually have a structured narrative of finding clues and end up revealing the culprit
What is sound manipulation or psychological sound design?
The manipulation of audio, such as echo or reverb, can suggest a character’s mental state
What is setting or cultural backdrop?
The choice of location and its details that gives the reader an understanding of the setting
What is power or dominance?
A low-angle shot can signify the feeling of someone being powerful
What is dramatic emphasis or impact?
Adding a slow motion moment can draw attention to big moments
What themes are commonly explored in science fiction films?
Science fiction films typically explore themes such as technology and look into society as a whole
What is sound design or immersive experience?
A strategically used digetic sound making viewers feel like they are part of the environment of the film