1. Analysis 2
Choose a relevant video for your main task
product and identify seven key frames to
analyse. Analyse the effect of technical
elements. How does It relate to conventions
of genre and form.

2. Camerawork;
The composition of the shot shows effective use of rule of third drawing the audience to the family setting where they appear to be a normal
family without any issues. A wide shot is used to show how they are interacting and shows Hazels face to be uninterested by what her mother
is saying while her father carries on eating. The wide shot also shows the scenery in the background such as the pictures on the window sill
suggested they are very family orientated. It contrasts the age of the character and how she is the youngest but has a considerable amount to
deal with as has Cancer. The focus appear distorted as the Dad is less clearly showed in the background, suggesting he is carrying on as
normal while the mother tries to engage Hazel in conversation making at extra effort to pay attention to her daughter.
Mise-en-scene
The location of the family setting signifies the close family unit and therefore the relationships between the characters. The costume is
generally casual as they are wearing jeans and t-shirts and the Dad is wearing a jumper and a polo shirt. The oxygen tank is located behind
Hazels chair which does not fit into the rule of third however the tubing around Hazels face is present in the composition and therefore
signifies her vulnerability and illness. Hazels body language makes her appear fed up as her mum looks enthusiastic in comparison. This
positions the audience to feel that Hazel is being run down by her illness and therefore she feels sympathy towards her. The use of the single
chair at the top of the table suggests she is an only child and therefore her parents are focused on her, this is relatable for other teenagers
who find there parents invasive and annoying by asking similar questions and can relate to the typical family setting.

3. Mise-en-scene
The use of the picnic blanket being held by
Hazel signifies the romance between the
two characters and how they are out in a
park together. It strongly relates to the
conventional ‘Boy meets girl’ scenario
where there is romantic interest on the
characters part. The use of the tubing
helping Hazel to breath emphasises her
vulnerability and innocence as she is
participating in typical activities that many
teenage couples may do despite Hazel being
terminally ill. This relates strongly to
conventions and form of genre as they both
appear happy and are smiling showing the
typical happy plot of a couple coming
together mid way through a romantic film
before there is a plot twist such as conflict
or in this case the illness. The use of
costume such as the sports wear signifies
Augustus athletic ability and how despite
being in reemission he makes an obvious
attempt to appear healthy to everyone else,
he does not wish to be judged by any type
of inability. This is conventional of genre as
the main characters tends to attain some
characteristic of a protagonist in order to
appear appealing to an audience.
Camerawork
The wide-mid shot enables the audience to see the location and
most of the emotions of the characters that a long shot may not as
easily allow. The composition of the shot focuses attention on both
of the main characters and also reflects the short distance between
them which connotes the obstacles in their relationship and how
one of them is not as willing to have a romantic relationship with
the other one. This positions the audience to feel sympathy towards
both the characters because they understand that to some extent
there illness controls what they are enabled to do in their life.

4. Mise-en-scene
The use of flowers signifies
the love and romance
between the characters.
The distance between the
character still to some
extent reflects Hazels
reluctance to accept Gus’s
gesture as she is ill and see’s
Gus as having more of a
future than herself. The
medical equipment
attached to Hazel connotes
her physical vulnerability
and she is physically weak
which Gus can see but
chooses to ignore as a
weakness. This positions
the audience to like Gus’s
character who looks pass
Hazel’s illness. It also
conforms to conventions
and forms of romantic films
as the male is generally the
leader in the relationship
who chases the female and
see’s them as perfect
despite any issues. The use
of the car shows that Gus
has come especially to find
Hazel and make her feel
important by giving her the
flowers emphasising the
importance of her to him.
Camerawork
The two shot contrasts the characters, showing there relationship. The
composition of the shot shows that it uses the rule of third which highlights the
most important aspects of the scene to the audience which are Hazel and Gus.
The shot shows how Hazel is looking as Gus attentively and therefore is excited by
the fact he has brought her flowers and it illustrates his obvious care for her.

5. Editing
The shot is fading from
Hazels mother running
in to find her to her
father carrying her into
the hospital. This type
of fast paced editing
builds tension and
suspense for the
audience who suddenly
realise that she might
die. The fact that the
mother find her and is
distressed relates
strongly to the form of
the genre as the female
is associated with being
more vulnerable and
weaker emotionally
than men. The dad is
therefore seen carrying
her and despite him in
this scenario being
equally as emotionally
weak, he is physically
stronger. The fade also
shows the different
locations and how
Hazel has to be taken
from the comfort of
her home to the
hospital is emphasises
that she needs medical
attention and therefore
connotes the
seriousness of her
condition.
Camerawork
The use of mid-shot shows the contrast between the daughter and father and how he is trying to protect
her and look after her but he has no control over her illness and so appear desperate rushing to take her
into hospital. The use of the shot from behind emphasises the panic as the fade shows the mother
running in, in the reflection. It creates a sense of a family unity as they both approach from either sides
trying to find a way to help and protect her.
Mise-en-scene
The use of the posters shown during the transition connotes Hazel vulnerability as a young teenager
which position the audience to feel sympathetic because they understand how young she is and what
she is going through. This strongly relates to conventions of genre as the girl is seen to be weaker and
therefore in need of protection and help.

6. Mise-en-scene
The use of the low key lighting signifies the romance between
the two characters. The use of costume also suggests that this
is a romantic meal and is somewhat untypical for a teenage
relationship as it is more associated with older couples with
money. This is shown as they are contrasted within the
restaurant by older surrounding couples. The use of the lights
at the front of the shot signifies a sense of magic and the light
appear to be branched out connoting a magic-like scene. This
relates strongly to the genre as it is overly emphasised as being
perfect. The use of candles on the table also connote love and
intimacy this relates strongly to convention and form of the
genre and it demonstrates the closeness between characters In
relationships and builds up to conflict or issue.
Camerawork
The composition of
the shot makes
Hazel and Augustus
out of focus and
less easily seen by
the audience. The
branched out
lighting is shown for
much of the shot
which signifies the
romance and
intimacy between
the two characters.
Despite the focus
pull on the lighting,
Hazel is the most
obviously seen
within the clip as
she is wearing blue
emphasising her
youth. The rule of
third applies
despite being out
the focus, there
table in positions
central in the
middle of the scene
highlighting that
they are the main
interest within the
scene.

7. Mise-en-scene
The use of Isaac’s glasses and stick signifies his disability as he
is blind this positions the audience to feel sympathy towards
him but grateful as Isaac is not terminally ill like Hazel and
despite his inability he will be able to live a long life. Hazels
oxygen tank also signifies her vulnerability and how she is not
in control of her body as without the oxygen she would die.
The location of outdoor also signifies there limited freedom
and how they do not get a lot of time alone as they are closely
watched by there families. The use of sitting on the wooden
ledge makes them appear fed up and unmotivated as they both
are suffering severe issues.
Camerawork
The wide, long shot show
entirely the two characters,
it also shows the location
which signifies they are
isolated it what appears to
be a garden. This connotes
limited freedom as they
have not ventured far from
where is deemed safe.
Hazel is seen to be looking
at Isaac as they are talking
regarding Gus. This
connotes her sincerity of
feelings towards Gus and
how she is torn between
her illness and its
consequences. The two
shot also contrasts the
vulnerability of the
characters, despite Hazel
looking weaker. This relates
to conventions and form of
genre as the female
confides in her friends when
she is distressed and
unknowing of what to do.

8. Camerawork
The composition of the shot pulls the focus on to the two main characters,
the close-up, two shot take from an angle at the left side emphasises the
emotions of the couple and how Hazel rests her head Augustus connoted
her vulnerability and emotional instability. Augustus also appear as if he is
trying not to cry which signifies how he attempt to conform to
stereotypical masculinity and in contrast with Hazel appear emotional
stronger. The shot also hides most of Hazels tubing creating the
impression that for a second they are just an ordinary couple who are
having an issue despite the bigger picture that they are both terminally ill.
The shot flashes through different times and different emotions that both
characters experience. This strongly relates to conventions of the genre
and throughout the film the couple will go through different emotions and
scenarios in order to stay together.
Mise-en-scene
The use of costume is fairly casual which signifies their vulnerability as they are
outdoors in a typical environment yet still are prone to emotional breakdowns. The
leather jacket emphasises his masculine youthful nature. Hazels short hair signifies her
illness and therefore vulnerability as she cannot control what is happening to her. This
relates to conventions and form of romantic films as the female generally confides in
the male for support.
The use of the titles used in the trailer
are conventional of form of the romantic
film genre as ‘summer’ is stereotypical of
teenage couple films when everything
happens. Summer is associated with
being romantic and it suggests having no
commitments such as school and
spending time outside with friends and
family. The transition behind the text
shows the build up and therefore
position the audience to feel excited for
their relationship and how they are being
closer throughout the film despite their
illnesses.