1. Torches are common in thrillers as usually Claustrophobic spaces create a sense of
the lighting/tone of the film is quite dark. nightmare and confusion which adds to
They create fear of the unknown and also the fear and tension.
sets an uneasy feel.
Cowboy boots suggest a red-neck Diegetic sound s created through ‘The
personality – someone to be feared? Bride’s’ heavy, distressed breathing. This
The leather suggests she is strong and adds worry into the audience captivating
undefeated even in this terrible them and making them want to watch on
situation. and find out what happens.
2. Close ups build a relationship between the Again, similar to ‘The Bride’ in ‘Kill Bill Vol.2’
character and the audience which makes them claustrophobic spaces make everything seem
feel sympathetic. Close up signify detail and intense. Adds worry, nightmare and fear.
intensify the action.
This is a superb shot of ‘Nick’ trapped. It represents him being completely alien to his
surroundings as he does not know how he got there. It intensifies the situation as the
audience know he hasn’t got long to live in the box. The use of a low angle shot makes
the situation look massive. ‘Nick’ is made to look isolated surround by feet and feet of
just mud.