2. Wide Shot
This allows for the
introduction of the
protagonist,
establishing the
location, and setting
the scene within the
piece.
This is also effective
in establishing the
equilibrium stage of
the piece, as
conveyed through the
currently undisturbed
scenario. Forming a
sense of false
security and peace
for the audience,
which can be
effectively broken as
the narrative
progresses.
3. Over the shoulder
This over the shoulder
shot has the effect of
concealing the identity
of the antagonist. This
creates a sense of
mystery, which both,
incites enigma codes
within the audience,
causing them to
become further enticed
towards the piece, as
well as representing the
potential threat that the
antagonist presents, as
their purpose is, much
like their appearance,
unknown.
4. Wide Shot
This use of an eye-line
match in correspondence to
the antagonist's view, has
the effect of connoting the
powerlessness of the
protagonist as they are
unknowingly being watched
from behind. This also has
the effect of connoting the
antagonist's malicious
intent, as their stealthy
position, conveys their
purpose to be that of preying
upon the weak and
unsuspecting.
This has the effect of
foreshadowing to the
audience the potential
danger to come, thus
emphasising the threat the
antagonist presents.
5. Close up
The use of a close up,
highlights the action
that is about to occur,
as connoted through
the emphasis upon the
antagonist's shifting
feet, conveying a sense
of movement, and
signals the beginning of
a potential disruption to
the equilibrium of the
protagonist.
This represents the
antagonist as tactful as
conveyed through their
gradual approach.
6. Close up- Low Angle
The use of a low
angle looking up
upon the antagonist,
has the effect of
emphasising their
height. This leads
the audience to feel
somewhat small and
insignificant in
comparison, having
the effect of
representing this
character as overly
powerful and
dominant within the
scene.
7. Close up- High Angle
This use of a high angle
starkly juxtaposes the
previous low angle. This has
the effect of making the
audience feel taller, or
above the protagonist, thus
representing this character
as weaker then that of the
intimidating antagonist. Thus
having the effect of
foreshadowing this
character's potential defeat.
The use of a close-up also
connotes the significance of
the protagonist’s phone,
perhaps connoting a certain
sense of wealth, which could
in turn reflect the intentions
of the antagonist (this being
to steal).
8. Mid Shot
This has the effect
of establishing the
protagonist’s
lingering
unawareness of
the danger that is
about to follow,
also their
coherently
distracted
position, conveys
their vulnerability
to the onslaught
of the antagonist.
9. Over the Shoulder- High Angle
This has the effect of forming
a sense of involvement,
between the audience and
the protagonist. This acts as
somewhat of a point-of-view
shot from the antagonist
which has the effect of
drawing in the audience,
emphasising the dangers that
the protagonist is about to
face.
This inclusion, forms a sense
of fear and concern for the
wellbeing of the protagonist.
Which has the effect of
furtherly representing the
vulnerability of this character
in sharp contrast to the
seriousness and potential
aggression that the
antagonist presents.
10. Two Shot
This conveys the
oncoming closeness of
the antagonist, which
thus conveys the
oncoming danger and
marks the nearing
arrival of the
disequilibrium stage
within the scene.
This creates a rise in
tension which further
emphasises a sense of
fear and aggression
that the antagonist
presents. As well as
effectively juxtaposing
the passive demeanour
of the victim.
11. Mid Shot- Low Angle
The use of a highly
exaggerated low angle within
this image has the effect of
largely emphasising the height
of the antagonist. This has the
effect of creating a sense of
inferiority within the audience
as they are made to feel much
smaller than that of the
character on screen. This has
the effect of conveying the
potential malicious intent of this
character as well as the
increased vulnerability of the
protagonist.
Perhaps suggesting the
antagonist to be more
intelligent than that of the
protagonist, as they are
portrayed as far more powerful
and dominant within this piece.
12. Close up
The use of a close up
connotes the bold behaviour
of the antagonist, as the
focus upon their feet
conveys the action that is
about to occur, thus
emphasising their
recklessness and
shameless attitude towards
the crime they are about to
commit. As well portraying
the antagonist as a predator
who is about to capture it’s
prey. Thus portraying the
unknowing protagonist as
somewhat defenceless,
weak and in danger.
13. Two/ Mid Shot
This use of a two/ mid shot has
the effect of coherently conveying
the juxtaposing roles of the two
characters. This can be seen
within the framing composition of
the antagonist , who is close yet
unnoticed by the character in
front, suggesting that the
antagonist possesses the
advantage within the scenario.
The obscuring of their face,
through the use of mise en scene,
despite the revealing mid shot
,emphasises the mystery behind
the character as they are still able
to conceal their identity.
This connotes high intelligence
and cunning on the part of the
antagonist, whilst the protagonist
is met with sympathy by the
audience because in comparison
to the antagonist they are clearly
unprepared with what’s to come.
14. Close up
This use of a
close up has the
effect of
emphasising the
danger of the
antagonist, as this
focus upon their
hand upon the
protagonists arm,
connotes a sense
of force and
merciful
preparedness.
Thus conveying
their dark intent.
15. Reaction Shot
This use of a reaction
shot effectively
represents the fear of
the protagonist,
connoting their
vulnerability and lack of
preparedness in
defending themselves
within the situation.
This sole facial focus
helps to emphasise and
convey the importance
of the character’s
emotions.
16. Over the Shoulder
This use of an over the shoulder shot
has the effect of both conveying the
struggle between the protagonist and
the antagonist, thus conforming to
Strauss’s idea of binary opposites by
conveying a conflict between the
forces of good and evil, this also has
the effect of again creating a sense of
fear within the audience and for the
safety of the protagonist, as the
antagonist’s face is continuously
being concealed, thus connoting their
unpredictability and a sense of chaos,
as the audience is unsure of what the
antagonist will accomplish as the
piece progresses.
17. Extreme Close up
This use of an extreme
close up has the effect of
emphasising and
conveying the great
significance of the events
within this scene, this being
the antagonist’s mugging of
the protagonist’s phone,
thus having the effect of
confirming the leading
motivation of the
antagonist, as well as
representing the conflict
between the good and evil
of the characters.
18. Mid Shot- Low Angle
This use of a low angle
upon the antagonist, has
the effect of finally
revealing the identity of the
mugger to the audience,
and through this change in
framing has the effect of
connoting the significance
of what is about to occur
and also conveys the
antagonist’s advantage
within the situation, thus
foreshadowing their
potential success in this
crime.
19. Reaction Shot- High Angle
This use of a high
angle, juxtaposes the
previous low angle upon
the powerful antagonist,
and has the effect of
connoting the
protagonist’s fleeting
resistance against the
antagonist’s attempts,
thus forming a sense of
weakness and perhaps
a collapsing of hope, as
the protagonist efforts
begin to fail.
20. Two Shot
This use of a two shot has
the effect of clearly
conveying the action of
both the protagonist and
antagonist and as the
antagonist is dominating
the frame by pushing away
the protagonist, it can be
inferred that the antagonist
has emerged more
powerful than the
protagonist, successfully
committing what they set
out to do.
21. Mid Shot- High Angle
This use of a high angled mid
shot again creates a sense of
weak vulnerability and connotes
the protagonist’s defeat. Thus
representing the protagonist as
a stereotypically weak female
character who is incapable of
defending themselves.
However this does also have
the effect of connoting the
unconventional mercilessness
of females as the antagonist
remains powerfully dominant of
the scene throughout the piece.
22. Close up
This use of a close up upon the
antagonist’s foot connotes he
significance of their action, as
well as highlights the violence
they are willing to commit in
order to successfully steal from
the protagonist and hinder them
unable to defend themselves.
This represents the antagonist
as rather cruel and lacking a
sense of morality as they attack
the protagonist without
hesitation, as emphasised by
this close up shot.
23. Wide Shot- High Angle
This use of a high
angled, wide shot has
the effect of creating a
sense of loneliness and
abandonment, which is
connoted through the
framing of the barren
pathway, revealing the
protagonist’s
vulnerability as there is
little access to any help
or aid to pursue the
antagonist.
24. Over the Shoulder
This use of an over the shoulder shot
has the effect of emphasising the
craftiness of the antagonist as they
quickly increase the distance between
themselves and their victim, also this
has the effect of connoting the
protagonist‘s helplessness, as their
stationary position contrast the
antagonists quickly retreating back.
Thus representing the protagonist as
possessing a complete loss of hope
and an overwhelming of helplessness
in retrieving their stolen belongings.
Thus representing those who commit
crimes as cruel, merciless beings who
lack any sympathy for their victim.
Whereas the victim is portrayed as
weak, defenceless and lacking the
strength to succeed in fighting back.
25. Wide Shot- Low Angle
This use of a wide shot
connotes the mugger’s
increasing distance as they
quickly exit the scene.
The use of a low angle causes
the audience to feel smaller
than the antagonist conveying
the victim's powerlessness and
lack of control over the
situation. This also has the
effect of representing the
antagonist as intimidating and
dangerous, by juxtaposing the
weakness of the victim.
