Camera
Mise En Scene
Editing
Lighting
Sound
100
The shot type of this still.
What is a "mid shot".
100
The aspect of mise en scene that is 'made' by Tilly.
What is costuming?
100
The technique that highlights the uncovering of Tilly's memories.
What are flashbacks?
100
How would you describe the lighting in this still.
What is low-key?
100
The type of sound in The Dressmaker that can be heard be characters within the film.
What is diegetic sound?
200
The technique used in this scene that establishes the power relationship between Gert and Tilly.
What is a low angle?
200
How did Moorhouse represent the townspeople of Dungatar during the football game, through the use of costuming?
What is, the use of dull, earth toned costuming to draw a point of comparison to the physical isolation and aridness of Dungatar.
200
The manner in which Moorhouse manipulates time to highlight Gert's first transformation.
What is, slow motion?
200
The lighting technique that is employed by Moorhouse to emphasise the harsh dryness of Dungatar.
What is, high-key, warm lighting?
200
The use of sound in the opening sequence that contributes to a feeling of suspense, introducing the theme of revenge.
What is, non-diegetic soundtrack?
300
The technique that is used in the opening sequence to portray the isolation of Dungatar.
What is an establishing/extreme wide shot?
300
The significance of the "Golden Fleece", in the opening sequence of the film.
What is, foreshadowing to the ending of the film wherein Tilly burns Dungatar to the ground.
also will acceptWhat is, a reference to a Greek mythological tale. Expressing the themes of betrayal and revenge early in the film.
300
Moorhouse cuts to an extreme wide shot, after Teddy's passing to highlight...
What is, the isolation and vulnerability of Tilly?
300
The directorial intention behind Moorhouse's use of lighting in Gert's dress reveal. Answers must refer to both meaning and the specific type of lighting used.
Teacher Judgement:
- Must refer to warm, soft lighting.
- Can refer to the transformation to beauty, to make Gert's skin glow "like a movie star".
300
The diegetic score that underpins Tilly's final act of revenge, and it's significance.
What is, The Mikado? A musical that serves as a satire of 19th Century British society and values.
400
Consider the unfortunate passing of Teddy. Write a short analytical response, explaining Moorhouse's use of camera techniques in this scene.
Teacher Judgement;
Some key ideas to draw on can include, isolation, transformation, insularity.
400
How does Moorhouse employ mise en scene to create a direct contrast between Una and Tilly, and what does this suggest about their power?
Consider both of their arrivals to Dungatar.
Tilly's professional sewing machine vs Una's "cheaper knock-off" (commercial) sewing machine.
They are seen as complete opposites, with Tilly's costuming and props conveying a greater power.
400
Moorhouse consistently cuts between shots of Tilly in beautiful haute couture, with the bland fashion of Dungatar.
Write a short response detailing Moorhouse's directorial intention behind this choice?
Teacher Judgement.
Good responses can refer to;
- Highlighting the power dynamic between Tilly and the townspeople.
- Tilly's transformation from her childhood to adulthood after leaving an insular town.
400
The use of lighting by Moorhouse to create a parallel between both of Teddy's "silo jumps".
What is, low-key harsh lighting in order to replicate the sense of unknown within the grain silo.
400
Dialogue:
The intended meaning behind the "she moved" motif across the film.
Teacher Judgement:
A reflection of the manner in which those that are considered outsiders by the townspeople, are ostracised/ignored.
500
Referring to Marigold's murder of Evan Pettyman.
Construct an analytical response detailing;
- Moorhouse's use of camera techniques and one other element of CAMELS to portray the idea of insularity, or revenge.
- A supporting piece of dialogue/quote that backs up your interpretation.
Teacher Judgement.
500
Construct a brief analytical response to the following prompt;
How does Moorhouse use mise en scene to highlight the transformation of Molly's character across the film?
Teacher Judgement
You may refer to;
- Juxtaposition
- The physical clutter of her home.
500
During the dramatic dress reveal at the ball, a match cut is used to compare Gert with Norma Desmond, a central character in Sunset Boulevard.
What is your interpretation of this directorial decision?
Teacher Judgement.
A good answer will draw on;
- The point of comparison between Gert and Norma as vain, narcissistic characters.
- Both Gert and Norma are characters driven by the "material".
500
Construct a short analytical response, in relation to the following prompt.
How does Moorhouse construct meaning through lighting in the murder of Evan Pettyman, refer to the theme of revenge.
Teacher judgement.
500
Construct a short analytical response, in relation to the following prompt.
How does Moorhouse employ sound techniques in conjunction with one other technique to create meaning?
Teacher judgement.