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Camera Shots and Angles
Genres
Mise-en-Scene
Media Language
Effects
100
This shot is taken from a long way away and is used to set the scene
establishing (extreme-long) shot
100
Science fiction horror
What is the genre where the setting is in space and there are lots of gory events?
100
French
Which language does the term 'mise-en-scene' come from?
100
the way a media text presents people, place, idea etc.
What is representation?
100
Extreme close-up
This shot is usually used for dramatic effect, for example to highlight important detail in the scene
200
It makes the character look powerful, strong and often intimidating
What is the effect of a low angle?
200
Romantic Comedy
What is the full name of a rom-com?
200
It draws the audience's attention to an important object or character.
Why is positioning in the frame important?
200
I have to compare two print advertisements.
What do you have to do for Assignment 1?
200
It creates a sinister, mysterious atmosphere. The audience might feel anxious or expect that something bad is going to happen
What is the effect of low-key lighting?
300
Middle shot
What shot would you use if you wanted to show a characters body language?
300
hero and villain
What are the two types of characters usually used in the action film genre?
300
1. Settings and locations 2. Props, costume and make up 3. Lighting 4. Positioning in the frame 5. Face expressions and body language
What are the five elements of mise-en-scene?
300
Target Audience
What is the name of the people who media texts are targeted at?
300
the character's face will be in shadow - mysterious, sinister effect
What is the effect if a character is lit from behind?
400
A high-angle shot
This angle is used to make the character look fragile, vulnerable or to make the audience feel sympathy for the character.
400
outgoing, a bit strange, always surprise other characters and the audience with their actions, usually charming and successful in the end
What are the main features of the main character in a comedy?
400
'placing on stage'
What does 'mise-en-scene' mean in French?
400
A set of features or a fixed idea considered to represent a person, place, idea etc.
What is a stereotype?
400
Dolly
What is the name of the shot when the camera is placed on a moving vehicle, such as a car, a plane or even a shopping trolley?
500
hand-held shot
Which shot creates a sense of realism and makes the audience feel as if they were part of the scene?
500
music, characters, props, settings, dialogue, editing, costume etc.
When watching a film trailer, what elements can give you clues about the genre of the film?
500
sound
What is also a very important element of mise-en-scene in a moving image?
500
Institution is who produces the text.
What is institution?
500
the music is interrupted before it ends; distorted voices or sounds; the volume gets higher; sudden clash, drums, smashing of the door etc.
What kind of music or sound would you use to signify a sense of imminent danger?