Sound
Dialogue, music, and sound effects are examples of this.
What is diegetic sound?
A close-up typically shows this.
What is emotion or facial expression?
This type of edit moves the story forward in time.
What is a cut?
The French term "mise-en-scène" translates to this.
What is "putting on stage"?
A romantic comedy typically ends this way.
What is happily or with a resolution of love?
Background music the characters can’t hear is called this.
What is non-diegetic sound?
This angle is often used to show power or authority.
What is a low-angle shot?
This editing technique shows two scenes happening at the same time.
What is cross-cutting?
This element of mise-en-scène refers to lighting.
What is cinematography or lighting design?
This genre often features chase scenes and stunts.
What is action?
This type of sound bridges scenes and smooths transitions.
This type of sound bridges scenes and smooths transitions.What is a sound bridge?
A tracking shot follows this.
What is a character or object in motion?
A dissolve between two scenes can suggest this.
What is a passage of time or connection between scenes?
The use of costumes and props is part of this aspect.
What is mise-en-scène?
A horror film might include this visual convention.
What is low lighting or blood/gore?
Sudden loud noises used to scare or surprise are examples of this.
What is a jump scare?
This movement creates a feeling of instability or chaos.
What is a handheld shot?
A montage is commonly used to show this.
What is the passage of time or character development?
A cluttered, detailed background can help convey this.
What is character or setting depth?
What is low lighting or blood/gore?
What is science fiction?
The background music.
What is score?
This shot uses a mechanical arm to move smoothly through space.
What is a crane shot?
This technique creates tension by increasing the pace of cuts.
What is fast-paced editing?
Deliberate use of color in mise-en-scène can communicate this.
What is mood or theme?
When a film blends elements of multiple genres, it’s called this.
What is a hybrid genre?