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1. Mise-en-scene
What does mise-en-scene mean?
A literal translation from French meaning “placed in the scene”. In media it can be
used to describe everything that can be seen in a single shot. Analysing mise-en
scene relies on some understanding of semiotics. (basic idea is all communication
is made with a combination of signs)
What are the 6 key areas of mise-en-scene?
Costume location
Lighting blockingand performance
Props colour
Colour:
How is colour used in the 3 below pictures?
Red and white shows wealth while the black and red on the inside could show evil,
alternately it could be interpreted that the white on the outside shows a “nice”
outward appearance with the black “evil” core.
The black and purple clothing shows evil purple gives a regal connotation shows
her power. The slightly green skin tone looks just a bit off from the norm and the
jealousy. The crow makes a nice touch as it is not a well-liked creature.
The white dress show a sort of perfection, shows innocence of the character.
Costume:
What can we interpret from these costumes?
In the first picture everyone wears a lots of clothing, this could give an implication
of wanting to be seen as wealthy, while the outdoor clothing might give a working
class impression, comfort over style maybe shows how she has many children to
look after or could show a lack of money.

2. Mise-en-scene
Holmes and Watson have contrasting colours (the blue scarf compared to the red
underneath of Watsons jacket). Black shows the seriousness of their profession.
Props:
Option 1 - You have to provide props for a tense police interview between two
officers and one suspected murderer. Decide what props you would incorporate
and how the actors should be directed to use them.
Option 2 – You have to provide props for a romantic meal between two characters
on their first date. Decide what props you would incorporate and how the actors
should be directed to use them.
Props needed:
How would actors be directed to use them:
Location:
Can be a purpose built set or a real location
Blocking/Performance:
 Blocking refers to the positioning and movement of actors within the frame,
both in relation to each other and in relation to the camera (which
represents us, the audience)
 Performance covers all aspects of the actual acting – gesture, expression,
accent etc.
Lighting:
How is lighting being used to create mood in the following examples?
In the first one lighting Is used to create a mysterious, slightly unnerving mood,
putting the audience on edge. There are lots of shadows, which implies possible
danger in the unknown.

3. Mise-en-scene
In the second picture ambient lighting is used to create a natural feeling to the
scene meaning the audience really belives what is happening. Shadows are not
too prominent
verisimilitude