1. Smooth Criminal video analysis By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke Lighting As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world . Costume As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound characters in contrast, are dressed in dark suits or dresses. This brings the audiences focus to M.J. This costume choice is stereotypical of the American criminals, such as the Mafia. Camera Angle Long shot of Michael Jackson to establish the the character and location. Props Therr are no props in this scene other than that which are on the tables. Setting: This music video is set in a dark and underground crimminal club Movement: Tracking shot at the beginning followin Michael Jackson to give a sense of realism. Make up: Natural makeup throughout the whole video

2. Smooth Criminal video analysis By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke Lighting As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world . Costume As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressed in a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. It also contrasts with the stereo typical costume of the ficticious criminal mastermind villians. Camera Angle Close up focuses on the characters feelings and emotions, showing facial expression in great detail. Props There are no props in this scene Sound: No additional sound apart from the track Figure, expression & movement: Michael Jackson shows passion for what he is singing

3. Smooth Criminal video analysis By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke Lighting As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world . Costume As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. Props Therr are no props in this scene other than that the instruments in the background. Camera Angle: Long shot of Michael to show the scene and characters.

4. Smooth Criminal video analysis By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke Lighting As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world . Costume As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. Props Therr are no props in this scene Camera Angle: Mid shot to show the trademark Micheal Jackson dance moves. Movement: Dolly shot which shows the characters dance moves

5. Smooth Criminal video analysis By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke Lighting As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world . Costume As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world . Props Therreare no props in this scene other than that which are on the tables. Camera Angle: Mid shot is used to show relationships between characters in the scene Editing: Straight cuts and jump cuts used for continuity of music video

6. Smooth Criminal video analysis By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke Lighting As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world . Costume As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. The backgound characters in contrast, are dressed in dark suits or dresses. This brings the audiences focus to M.J. In addition to this, these costume choices makes Michael Jackson stand out form both his backing dancers Props There are no props in this scene other than that which are on the tables. Camera Angle: High angle shot to show the most iconic part of the music viedo Editing: Throughout the film we can see straight cuts and jump cut to which help the video flow.