Brett Dalton plays secret agent Grant Ward in the TV series Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Dalton has a background in theatre but was drawn to television roles. He enjoys playing complex characters like Ward, who was revealed to be a secret member of the evil Hydra organization. Dalton does not know the plans for his character in the next season but hopes fans will continue to be engaged by Ward's story.
The document discusses various elements of the opening sequence of the 2001 romantic comedy film Bridget Jones's Diary:
- It establishes the main character Bridget through a voiceover and her location on Primrose Hill in London.
- The opening uses non-diegetic music and Bridget's voiceover to set the theme and tone that the film reflects her diary and thoughts.
- Camera shots like over the shoulder are used to show conversations and establish relationships between characters.
- The opening takes place in an interior setting of Bridget's bedroom and uses natural lighting to set a casual tone.
- The film targets women ages 18+ who can relate to Bridget's struggles with relationships,
The document discusses intertextuality between Quentin Tarantino's 2004 film Kill Bill: Volume 2 and Sergio Leone's 1966 film The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, as well as Leone's 1964 film A Fistful of Dollars. It notes four main references: 1) the use of soundtrack music from A Fistful of Dollars, 2) the isolated locations near the Mexican border featured in both films, 3) the use of close-ups during climactic scenes, and 4) the characterization of protagonists as "the Good" and antagonists representing "the Bad" and "the Ugly". The analysis suggests Tarantino drew inspiration from the classic spaghetti Wester
The film Battle For Redemption is set in a dark, crime-ridden Britain. It follows Stee, a former soldier turned criminal, as he competes in an underground fighting tournament for the chance to win £1,000,000. His main rival is Rogue, seeking revenge against Stee for the death of his brother. The film depicts brutal fights between tough characters. As the tournament progresses and Stee grows closer to another competitor Kasumi, Rogue hatches a plan to steal the tournament's prize money. This leads to a final confrontation between Stee and Rogue that will determine the film's outcome.
Tyler Hoechlin plays Derek Hale on the TV series Teen Wolf. He got his start in acting in the 2002 film Road to Perdition alongside Tom Hanks. Hoechlin enjoys both acting and athletics, having played baseball through college before committing fully to his acting career. As Derek Hale, his character has transitioned from a vengeful werewolf to a mentor guiding the new alpha. Off set, Hoechlin enjoys traveling, surfing, and developing his own film projects.
This document provides details about the proposed action film "Battle For Redemption", including a summary of the plot, character descriptions, target audience, and other production details. The film follows various criminals and fighters who are invited to compete in a deadly tournament for the chance to win £1,000,000. Key characters include Stee, a former soldier seeking redemption, and Rogue, a fighter secretly seeking revenge on Stee. The film is intended for a male audience aged 15-25 and will likely receive an 18 rating for its graphic violence and sexual content. Major stars like Tom Hardy, Emma Watson, and Jet Li are proposed for the principal roles.
Bridget jones’ diary film opening analysisjazzyprince
This document provides an overview and analysis of the film opening of Bridget Jones's Diary. Some key elements:
1) The opening establishes Bridget as an average British woman living in London through narration of her personal thoughts and commentary on events.
2) Scenes like a turkey-curry buffet and references to a gherkin show Bridget's family life and foreshadow the comedy to come.
3) Mention of Mr. Darcy references the classic novel Pride and Prejudice and hints at a romantic storyline between Bridget and Mark Darcy.
4) Bridget's witty internal narration connects with audiences by expressing thoughts they can relate to.
This document provides a top 10 list of the author's favorite actors. It summarizes each actor's career highlights in 1-2 paragraphs. The actors included are Liam Neeson, Tom Hardy, Jason Segal, Michael Sheen, John Simm, Kevin Spacey, David Tennant, George Clooney, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Tom Hanks.
In what ways does your media product use develop or challenge forms and conve...DylanRHayes1
The document summarizes how the media product, a film titled "Blossom", uses and develops conventions of the coming-of-age genre while also challenging some conventions. Some key points:
- The film uses a narrative of a boy discovering the adult world that is initially bleak but finds hope. This challenges some films' conventions of unhappy endings.
- It has a stylized, dream-like visual style with lingering shots, like other coming-of-age films. Music is also used and changed in unconventional ways.
- Common themes of maturing, hope, loneliness and happiness are explored, like in other genre examples such as Stand By Me.
- Examples are given
The document discusses various elements of the opening sequence of the 2001 romantic comedy film Bridget Jones's Diary:
- It establishes the main character Bridget through a voiceover and her location on Primrose Hill in London.
- The opening uses non-diegetic music and Bridget's voiceover to set the theme and tone that the film reflects her diary and thoughts.
- Camera shots like over the shoulder are used to show conversations and establish relationships between characters.
- The opening takes place in an interior setting of Bridget's bedroom and uses natural lighting to set a casual tone.
- The film targets women ages 18+ who can relate to Bridget's struggles with relationships,
The document discusses intertextuality between Quentin Tarantino's 2004 film Kill Bill: Volume 2 and Sergio Leone's 1966 film The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, as well as Leone's 1964 film A Fistful of Dollars. It notes four main references: 1) the use of soundtrack music from A Fistful of Dollars, 2) the isolated locations near the Mexican border featured in both films, 3) the use of close-ups during climactic scenes, and 4) the characterization of protagonists as "the Good" and antagonists representing "the Bad" and "the Ugly". The analysis suggests Tarantino drew inspiration from the classic spaghetti Wester
The film Battle For Redemption is set in a dark, crime-ridden Britain. It follows Stee, a former soldier turned criminal, as he competes in an underground fighting tournament for the chance to win £1,000,000. His main rival is Rogue, seeking revenge against Stee for the death of his brother. The film depicts brutal fights between tough characters. As the tournament progresses and Stee grows closer to another competitor Kasumi, Rogue hatches a plan to steal the tournament's prize money. This leads to a final confrontation between Stee and Rogue that will determine the film's outcome.
Tyler Hoechlin plays Derek Hale on the TV series Teen Wolf. He got his start in acting in the 2002 film Road to Perdition alongside Tom Hanks. Hoechlin enjoys both acting and athletics, having played baseball through college before committing fully to his acting career. As Derek Hale, his character has transitioned from a vengeful werewolf to a mentor guiding the new alpha. Off set, Hoechlin enjoys traveling, surfing, and developing his own film projects.
This document provides details about the proposed action film "Battle For Redemption", including a summary of the plot, character descriptions, target audience, and other production details. The film follows various criminals and fighters who are invited to compete in a deadly tournament for the chance to win £1,000,000. Key characters include Stee, a former soldier seeking redemption, and Rogue, a fighter secretly seeking revenge on Stee. The film is intended for a male audience aged 15-25 and will likely receive an 18 rating for its graphic violence and sexual content. Major stars like Tom Hardy, Emma Watson, and Jet Li are proposed for the principal roles.
Bridget jones’ diary film opening analysisjazzyprince
This document provides an overview and analysis of the film opening of Bridget Jones's Diary. Some key elements:
1) The opening establishes Bridget as an average British woman living in London through narration of her personal thoughts and commentary on events.
2) Scenes like a turkey-curry buffet and references to a gherkin show Bridget's family life and foreshadow the comedy to come.
3) Mention of Mr. Darcy references the classic novel Pride and Prejudice and hints at a romantic storyline between Bridget and Mark Darcy.
4) Bridget's witty internal narration connects with audiences by expressing thoughts they can relate to.
This document provides a top 10 list of the author's favorite actors. It summarizes each actor's career highlights in 1-2 paragraphs. The actors included are Liam Neeson, Tom Hardy, Jason Segal, Michael Sheen, John Simm, Kevin Spacey, David Tennant, George Clooney, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Tom Hanks.
In what ways does your media product use develop or challenge forms and conve...DylanRHayes1
The document summarizes how the media product, a film titled "Blossom", uses and develops conventions of the coming-of-age genre while also challenging some conventions. Some key points:
- The film uses a narrative of a boy discovering the adult world that is initially bleak but finds hope. This challenges some films' conventions of unhappy endings.
- It has a stylized, dream-like visual style with lingering shots, like other coming-of-age films. Music is also used and changed in unconventional ways.
- Common themes of maturing, hope, loneliness and happiness are explored, like in other genre examples such as Stand By Me.
- Examples are given
The document discusses key elements of the films Scream, Shutter Island, and The Dark Knight. It analyzes the trailers and key scenes of each film, noting references to other works, characters, music, camerawork, colors, and how information is conveyed to the audience. Box office and critic reception is also mentioned. The document examines how each film establishes narrative and builds tension through various cinematic techniques.
The film "Battle For Redemption" follows criminal combatants who are invited to compete for £1,000,000 on a remote island. Among them are Stee, a former soldier seeking redemption, and Rogue, secretly pursuing Stee for his brother's death. Through fighting eliminations, only Stee, Kasumi, Victor, and Rogue remain. However, Rogue plans to steal the vault's contents. In the climax, Stee defeats Kasumi but Rogue kills the overseers and takes the money, leading to a final battle where Stee is victorious.
1) The review summarizes four films - Winter's Bone, Buried/The Last Exorcism, The Girl Who Played with Fire, and Piranha 3D. For each film, it provides an image, discusses the tone and style of the review, and notes the star rating.
2) Cyrus and The Hole in 3D are also reviewed. The Cyrus review compares it to other comedies and notes its originality. The Hole in 3D review discusses its appeal to nostalgia. Both receive positive four star ratings.
3) The final film reviewed is The Other Guys, which receives a three star rating. The review is comedic in tone to match the film, and
The programme for the Aesthetica Short Film Festival includes film collections in different genres each day, as well as masterclasses and a university showcase. On Tuesday the genres included are comedy, experimental, and music video. The guest programme for Wednesday is titled "Tales from Isolation" from Short of the Week. The document provides summaries of four short films screened at the festival: "Knock Door Run", "Werewolf", "System Error", and "Shuttlecock". It also briefly summarizes the short film "Idol", praising its realistic portrayal of the child performer industry and disturbing tone.
The document discusses the comedy films Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End, which all star Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. These films use techniques like intertextuality, with recurring scenes and references between the films. They also feature recurring themes like the "three flavors of Cornetto" and similar character types played by Pegg and Frost. The target audience for these films is ages 15-30, who find out about and discuss the films online and through fan communities.
The document discusses different target audiences for the film Star Wars: The Force Awakens based on demographics like gender, age, income level, and interests. It analyzes survey results that show the film appeals to a wide range of audiences. Both male and female viewers enjoyed the film equally. Most viewers were ages 12-18, though some were older. People who enjoy sci-fi, action, comedy, and romance genres are all potential target audiences. Aspects that would appeal to viewers include both new characters and the return of favorites from the original trilogy. The trailer influences viewers by showcasing the different genres through spaceship battles, lightsaber fights, and teasing connections to Darth Vader through the
This document discusses how the main characters in the film Angel Café are portrayed and how they represent or challenge social stereotypes. The primary target audience is females aged 16-24 because the opening scene features a female character of that age named Darcie. Darcie challenges stereotypes of femme fatales through her casual theft and resilience. The other character, Adrien, initially seems to conform to stereotypes of older white males as villains through his dominance over Darcie, but it is unclear if he is purely a villain. Both characters subvert expectations of heroes and villains in thrillers.
Bridget Jones's Diary is set in London and shares similarities with Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. It follows the story of Bridget Jones, played by Renee Zellweger, as she navigates her love life and career. The film has a British cast and crew and its soundtrack features both British and international artists. It portrays stereotypical British issues like smoking, swearing, drinking and focuses on the themes of love, comedy and Bridget's quirky narration of her own story.
Tim Burton is recognized as an author due to his consistent use of themes, techniques, and collaborators across his films. Some hallmarks of a Tim Burton movie include the use of flashbacks to develop characters, casting the same actors like Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, and dark Gothic settings. Burton also frequently features outcast protagonists and uses lighting, color contrasts, and costumes to emphasize themes of good versus evil. His unique directorial style and dark sensibilities have prompted the creation of the term "Burtonesque."
Tim Burton has a distinctive directorial style known as "Burtonesque" characterized by darkly comic and visually striking films featuring outcasts and misfits. Some common elements of Burton's films include use of the "witch" character, flashbacks to explain characters' backstories, "skittish outcast" protagonists like Edward Scissorhands, and casting the same actors such as Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham-Carter frequently. Depp and Burton have a close collaborative relationship where Depp feels comfortable taking on challenging roles in Burton's films. Burton also works frequently with his partner Bonham-Carter, though insists on only casting her in roles appropriate to her talents.
RDO represents several social groups in its opening scenes:
1) Males are portrayed as strong, brave survivors, exemplified by the protagonist, though the ruthless Radio Host shows a darker side.
2) Females are traditionally depicted as weaker, like the infected woman who is killed, though she and her daughter show strength as survivors.
3) Younger and older age groups are shown accordingly - the 11-year-old girl as vulnerable and the 20/30-somethings as streetwise but confused.
4) Nationalities are stereotyped to an extent with the crazy American Radio Host contrasted against sane British protagonists.
This document discusses how films can be analyzed by examining their use of codes and conventions, and how some directors challenge conventions to create unconventional films. It provides examples of conventional films like James Bond that follow typical codes through heroic protagonists and predictable narratives. Unconventional films like Pulp Fiction and Leon break conventions by developing unexpected characters and using nonlinear narratives that prevent audience from predicting the story. The document analyzes how these films use techniques like mise-en-scene, editing, and character development to conform or break from standard genre conventions.
This document discusses Jack Dixon's favorite movies and how he finds out about new films. He uses YouTube to watch trailers and reviews and finds recommended videos on the site helpful. Social media and TV ads also inform him of new releases. The document then analyzes three of Jack's favorite movies - Fight Club, Pulp Fiction, and Never Back Down - summarizing the plots and discussing themes, target demographics, and how the films use or subvert typical codes and conventions of their genres.
The document provides a review and plot summary of the upcoming film "Neighbors", directed by Nicholas Stoller. The film stars Seth Rogen and Zack Efron and tells the story of a family who moves next to a fraternity house led by Efron's character. They initially get along but soon a prank war escalates between the two after the family is kept awake by loud parties. The reviewer criticizes the film for having a thin plot and one-dimensional characters whose actions become unrealistic as the pranks get more ridiculous. The script is also called out for relying too heavily on raunchy humor and slapstick gags over substance.
This document discusses the key elements of soap operas including genres, target audiences, common storylines, and characters. It provides examples of different soap opera genres like glamorous, light entertainment, and social realist. It describes some common stereotypical soap opera characters and how they are used. It also discusses the importance of narratives and cliffhangers in keeping audiences engaged. Overall, the document analyzes several aspects of the soap opera format and style.
Codes and conventions refer to the typical rules and techniques used in films, such as narrative structure, characterization, and visual elements. Directors either conform to or challenge conventions. Conventional films follow a linear narrative from beginning to end, with predictable character arcs. Unconventional "auteur" directors break conventions to create interesting films that surprise audiences. Pulp Fiction is cited as an example of an unconventional film, with its non-linear narrative, unexpected character development of hitmen as protagonists, and changing perspectives on scenes.
This document discusses ways to analyze films through codes and conventions, and how some directors challenge conventions. It provides examples of conventional and unconventional techniques in films. Conventions include linear narratives and expected character roles, while auteurs break rules to create interesting films. Pulp Fiction is cited as unconventional for developing hitmen characters and using a nonlinear narrative that jumps between timelines and perspectives.
Dystopian Trailer Analysis // The Maze Runner & Children Of Menamber_jackson
This document provides a summary and analysis of key elements in the dystopian film "The Maze Runner", including its narrative structure, themes, characters, camera work, props, locations, and sound design. The summary focuses on how the film establishes a gloomy, harsh atmosphere and puts the main character in a state of panic and desperation as he finds himself trapped with no memory in an enclosed maze with dangerous monsters.
- The document discusses a short psychological thriller film created by the author that follows a male character's daily routine which is disrupted by a female character.
- The film uses montage editing to show the passage of time and develop the characters' repetitive routines. It also incorporates audio motifs and leaves some elements, like what is in the basement, ambiguous.
- At the end, it is unexpectedly revealed that the female character, not the male, is the one who attacks the man, playing with audience expectations of the "serial killer" character type. The open ending leaves the audience to imagine what happens next.
This document discusses genre theory and its application to film analysis. It provides examples of different film genres like action, horror, musical, and science fiction. It explains that genres are defined by common narrative elements, visual styles, technical elements, character archetypes, and settings that are repeated across multiple films. The document also discusses auteur theory and provides examples of director's like Tim Burton, James Cameron, and Martin Scorsese who demonstrate distinctive styles and themes in their films, establishing them as auteur directors. Specific films like Mean Girls, Leon, and Napoleon Dynamite are analyzed in terms of their genres and the directorial styles that classify them.
1) Insidious is a 2011 horror/thriller film that was very profitable, making $59 million worldwide.
2) The film poster features the possessed son Dalton, using lighting and imagery to signify that he is the antagonist.
3) The video clip occurs near the end of the film, showing the protagonist Josh attempting to rescue his son Dalton from the demon. Tension and suspense are built through the lighting, camera angles, unsettling music and inhuman qualities of the demon.
Jake Barnes will play the protagonist, a nerd who wins the lottery and undergoes a transformation. Sophie Carey and Katy Barrett, both experienced actresses, will play the lead girl and cheating girl respectively. Gideon Lax and Dexter Gibson, who are physically imposing, will play school bullies. Costumes are chosen to convey the characters' personalities and stages of the protagonist's transformation from nerd to popular. Props like books, glasses, and vehicles are also used to symbolize the protagonist's changing circumstances and mindset from powerless to powerful and careless.
The document discusses key elements of the films Scream, Shutter Island, and The Dark Knight. It analyzes the trailers and key scenes of each film, noting references to other works, characters, music, camerawork, colors, and how information is conveyed to the audience. Box office and critic reception is also mentioned. The document examines how each film establishes narrative and builds tension through various cinematic techniques.
The film "Battle For Redemption" follows criminal combatants who are invited to compete for £1,000,000 on a remote island. Among them are Stee, a former soldier seeking redemption, and Rogue, secretly pursuing Stee for his brother's death. Through fighting eliminations, only Stee, Kasumi, Victor, and Rogue remain. However, Rogue plans to steal the vault's contents. In the climax, Stee defeats Kasumi but Rogue kills the overseers and takes the money, leading to a final battle where Stee is victorious.
1) The review summarizes four films - Winter's Bone, Buried/The Last Exorcism, The Girl Who Played with Fire, and Piranha 3D. For each film, it provides an image, discusses the tone and style of the review, and notes the star rating.
2) Cyrus and The Hole in 3D are also reviewed. The Cyrus review compares it to other comedies and notes its originality. The Hole in 3D review discusses its appeal to nostalgia. Both receive positive four star ratings.
3) The final film reviewed is The Other Guys, which receives a three star rating. The review is comedic in tone to match the film, and
The programme for the Aesthetica Short Film Festival includes film collections in different genres each day, as well as masterclasses and a university showcase. On Tuesday the genres included are comedy, experimental, and music video. The guest programme for Wednesday is titled "Tales from Isolation" from Short of the Week. The document provides summaries of four short films screened at the festival: "Knock Door Run", "Werewolf", "System Error", and "Shuttlecock". It also briefly summarizes the short film "Idol", praising its realistic portrayal of the child performer industry and disturbing tone.
The document discusses the comedy films Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End, which all star Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. These films use techniques like intertextuality, with recurring scenes and references between the films. They also feature recurring themes like the "three flavors of Cornetto" and similar character types played by Pegg and Frost. The target audience for these films is ages 15-30, who find out about and discuss the films online and through fan communities.
The document discusses different target audiences for the film Star Wars: The Force Awakens based on demographics like gender, age, income level, and interests. It analyzes survey results that show the film appeals to a wide range of audiences. Both male and female viewers enjoyed the film equally. Most viewers were ages 12-18, though some were older. People who enjoy sci-fi, action, comedy, and romance genres are all potential target audiences. Aspects that would appeal to viewers include both new characters and the return of favorites from the original trilogy. The trailer influences viewers by showcasing the different genres through spaceship battles, lightsaber fights, and teasing connections to Darth Vader through the
This document discusses how the main characters in the film Angel Café are portrayed and how they represent or challenge social stereotypes. The primary target audience is females aged 16-24 because the opening scene features a female character of that age named Darcie. Darcie challenges stereotypes of femme fatales through her casual theft and resilience. The other character, Adrien, initially seems to conform to stereotypes of older white males as villains through his dominance over Darcie, but it is unclear if he is purely a villain. Both characters subvert expectations of heroes and villains in thrillers.
Bridget Jones's Diary is set in London and shares similarities with Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. It follows the story of Bridget Jones, played by Renee Zellweger, as she navigates her love life and career. The film has a British cast and crew and its soundtrack features both British and international artists. It portrays stereotypical British issues like smoking, swearing, drinking and focuses on the themes of love, comedy and Bridget's quirky narration of her own story.
Tim Burton is recognized as an author due to his consistent use of themes, techniques, and collaborators across his films. Some hallmarks of a Tim Burton movie include the use of flashbacks to develop characters, casting the same actors like Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, and dark Gothic settings. Burton also frequently features outcast protagonists and uses lighting, color contrasts, and costumes to emphasize themes of good versus evil. His unique directorial style and dark sensibilities have prompted the creation of the term "Burtonesque."
Tim Burton has a distinctive directorial style known as "Burtonesque" characterized by darkly comic and visually striking films featuring outcasts and misfits. Some common elements of Burton's films include use of the "witch" character, flashbacks to explain characters' backstories, "skittish outcast" protagonists like Edward Scissorhands, and casting the same actors such as Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham-Carter frequently. Depp and Burton have a close collaborative relationship where Depp feels comfortable taking on challenging roles in Burton's films. Burton also works frequently with his partner Bonham-Carter, though insists on only casting her in roles appropriate to her talents.
RDO represents several social groups in its opening scenes:
1) Males are portrayed as strong, brave survivors, exemplified by the protagonist, though the ruthless Radio Host shows a darker side.
2) Females are traditionally depicted as weaker, like the infected woman who is killed, though she and her daughter show strength as survivors.
3) Younger and older age groups are shown accordingly - the 11-year-old girl as vulnerable and the 20/30-somethings as streetwise but confused.
4) Nationalities are stereotyped to an extent with the crazy American Radio Host contrasted against sane British protagonists.
This document discusses how films can be analyzed by examining their use of codes and conventions, and how some directors challenge conventions to create unconventional films. It provides examples of conventional films like James Bond that follow typical codes through heroic protagonists and predictable narratives. Unconventional films like Pulp Fiction and Leon break conventions by developing unexpected characters and using nonlinear narratives that prevent audience from predicting the story. The document analyzes how these films use techniques like mise-en-scene, editing, and character development to conform or break from standard genre conventions.
This document discusses Jack Dixon's favorite movies and how he finds out about new films. He uses YouTube to watch trailers and reviews and finds recommended videos on the site helpful. Social media and TV ads also inform him of new releases. The document then analyzes three of Jack's favorite movies - Fight Club, Pulp Fiction, and Never Back Down - summarizing the plots and discussing themes, target demographics, and how the films use or subvert typical codes and conventions of their genres.
The document provides a review and plot summary of the upcoming film "Neighbors", directed by Nicholas Stoller. The film stars Seth Rogen and Zack Efron and tells the story of a family who moves next to a fraternity house led by Efron's character. They initially get along but soon a prank war escalates between the two after the family is kept awake by loud parties. The reviewer criticizes the film for having a thin plot and one-dimensional characters whose actions become unrealistic as the pranks get more ridiculous. The script is also called out for relying too heavily on raunchy humor and slapstick gags over substance.
This document discusses the key elements of soap operas including genres, target audiences, common storylines, and characters. It provides examples of different soap opera genres like glamorous, light entertainment, and social realist. It describes some common stereotypical soap opera characters and how they are used. It also discusses the importance of narratives and cliffhangers in keeping audiences engaged. Overall, the document analyzes several aspects of the soap opera format and style.
Codes and conventions refer to the typical rules and techniques used in films, such as narrative structure, characterization, and visual elements. Directors either conform to or challenge conventions. Conventional films follow a linear narrative from beginning to end, with predictable character arcs. Unconventional "auteur" directors break conventions to create interesting films that surprise audiences. Pulp Fiction is cited as an example of an unconventional film, with its non-linear narrative, unexpected character development of hitmen as protagonists, and changing perspectives on scenes.
This document discusses ways to analyze films through codes and conventions, and how some directors challenge conventions. It provides examples of conventional and unconventional techniques in films. Conventions include linear narratives and expected character roles, while auteurs break rules to create interesting films. Pulp Fiction is cited as unconventional for developing hitmen characters and using a nonlinear narrative that jumps between timelines and perspectives.
Dystopian Trailer Analysis // The Maze Runner & Children Of Menamber_jackson
This document provides a summary and analysis of key elements in the dystopian film "The Maze Runner", including its narrative structure, themes, characters, camera work, props, locations, and sound design. The summary focuses on how the film establishes a gloomy, harsh atmosphere and puts the main character in a state of panic and desperation as he finds himself trapped with no memory in an enclosed maze with dangerous monsters.
- The document discusses a short psychological thriller film created by the author that follows a male character's daily routine which is disrupted by a female character.
- The film uses montage editing to show the passage of time and develop the characters' repetitive routines. It also incorporates audio motifs and leaves some elements, like what is in the basement, ambiguous.
- At the end, it is unexpectedly revealed that the female character, not the male, is the one who attacks the man, playing with audience expectations of the "serial killer" character type. The open ending leaves the audience to imagine what happens next.
This document discusses genre theory and its application to film analysis. It provides examples of different film genres like action, horror, musical, and science fiction. It explains that genres are defined by common narrative elements, visual styles, technical elements, character archetypes, and settings that are repeated across multiple films. The document also discusses auteur theory and provides examples of director's like Tim Burton, James Cameron, and Martin Scorsese who demonstrate distinctive styles and themes in their films, establishing them as auteur directors. Specific films like Mean Girls, Leon, and Napoleon Dynamite are analyzed in terms of their genres and the directorial styles that classify them.
1) Insidious is a 2011 horror/thriller film that was very profitable, making $59 million worldwide.
2) The film poster features the possessed son Dalton, using lighting and imagery to signify that he is the antagonist.
3) The video clip occurs near the end of the film, showing the protagonist Josh attempting to rescue his son Dalton from the demon. Tension and suspense are built through the lighting, camera angles, unsettling music and inhuman qualities of the demon.
Jake Barnes will play the protagonist, a nerd who wins the lottery and undergoes a transformation. Sophie Carey and Katy Barrett, both experienced actresses, will play the lead girl and cheating girl respectively. Gideon Lax and Dexter Gibson, who are physically imposing, will play school bullies. Costumes are chosen to convey the characters' personalities and stages of the protagonist's transformation from nerd to popular. Props like books, glasses, and vehicles are also used to symbolize the protagonist's changing circumstances and mindset from powerless to powerful and careless.
Jake Barnes will play the protagonist, a nerd who wins the lottery and transforms into a "cool" persona. Sophie Carey will play the lead female role, and has extensive acting experience. Other actors include Katy Barrett, Gideon Lax, and Dexter Gibson who will portray bullies. Costumes help convey the characters' personalities, with the nerd wearing pink and then a suit. Props like books, glasses, and a lottery check help tell the story of the nerd's transformation after winning money.
The passages discuss Tennessee Williams' play A Streetcar Named Desire. Passage 1 provides background on the play's context and critical interpretations. It argues the play served as an allegory for the theater by using unrealistic melodrama to criticize that genre. Passage 2 focuses on Marlon Brando's influential portrayal of Stanley Kowalski, which added complexity beyond the character as written and cemented the play's status as a classic. Both passages suggest the play has layered meanings that were enhanced by Brando's acting.
The idea of a blind superhero is pretty darned cool. This is an overview of the Netflix series and what's in store for season two.
Here is a trailer to season one (https://youtu.be/ZdNK8L3ZdmE).
An Analysis of Fight Club's Title Sequenceelleahmedia
The film was produced by 20th Century Fox and Regency Enterprises and distributed by 20th Century Fox. The title sequence begins with contrasting classical and loud percussion music, signifying the divide between normal life and the chaotic narrative. It then shows microscopic views of the inside of a body, focusing on nerves and biology, suggesting the film will be a psychological drama exploring mental health. The main characters are then credited against a dramatic background, with Brad Pitt's name first to attract audiences. The sequence ends with a close-up of a panicked character holding a gun in his mouth, establishing his fear and weakness, as the voiceover mentions the character Tyler Durden.
The document discusses visual storytelling techniques used in several television shows and films, including Breaking Bad, American Psycho, Trailer Park Boys, and Better Call Saul. It analyzes how specific shots, camera angles, colors, locations, and objects are used to convey characters' emotions, advance the plot, and engage the audience. It notes that many of the examples use visuals subtly yet effectively to provide context and raise questions in the viewers' minds. The document also comments on the strong audio production design in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul in further immersing the audience.
The document provides analysis of various film techniques used in the movie Shutter Island. It examines the symbolism and meaning behind elements like eerie music, lighting, camera angles, uniforms, facial expressions, and more. The analysis aims to show how these techniques are used to build tension, foreshadow plot points, and suggest that the main character Teddy may not be who he seems.
This document provides a compare and contrast essay analyzing the films Titanic and The Wolf of Wall Street, focusing on the main characters, themes of love, occupations, and allies. It discusses how the lead character Rose in Titanic is unhappy with her life but cares for others, while Jordan in Wolf is a playboy who betrays his wives. Both films explore love, but Titanic shows familial and romantic love while Wolf depicts the love of money. Jack is a nude artist while Jordan runs an illegal stock broker firm. Jack's allies help him escape the sinking ship, while Jordan's ally teaches him drug abuse.
The document analyzes various visual and technical elements of the film Fight Club that help convey its themes. It discusses how the harsh lighting and dark colors in scenes with Tyler Durden emphasize the intensity of those scenes in contrast to softer lighting in scenes without Tyler. Costumes also reflect characters' personalities, with Tyler dressing in thrift shop clothes to show his stance against consumerism. Sound effects and music are used dramatically to add tension. Camera angles are chosen deliberately to focus attention or portray meanings, like showing a run-down neighborhood from a high angle when the characters walk down "Paper Street."
Only Fools and Horses was a hugely popular British sitcom that aired from 1981 to 2003. It followed the misadventures of Del Boy and Rodney Trotter, small-time traders in London, and their schemes to get rich. The show was a big success due to its well-written characters and ability to include both comedy and more dramatic moments. It reflected changing social attitudes in Britain under Margaret Thatcher's government in the 1980s.
The trailer provides fragmented glimpses of the film's narrative through various shots focused on the protagonist Teddy. It establishes the setting as a remote isolated mental institution and hints that Teddy's grip on reality is uncertain. Flashbacks contrast Teddy's past as a respected US Marshal with his current vulnerable state in the institution. The trailer aims to unsettle the audience and leave the truth ambiguous, mirroring Teddy's own troubled mental state. It conditions viewers to question what is real, building anticipation for the film's psychological thriller plot twists.
Audrey Tautou discusses her role as Martine in the film Chinese Puzzle, the third installment in the trilogy that began with L'Auberge Espagnole and Russian Dolls. She enjoyed returning to the character of Martine, who she feels she can identify with. Although Martine has less screen time in Chinese Puzzle, Tautou worked hard to portray her evolution as a more mature yet emotional character. Tautou also discusses enjoying working with the director and cast again and preparing extensively for her scene speaking Chinese. She believes this installment marks the end of the trilogy but would happily return to the role if the director changed his mind in the future.
The document provides analyses of the opening scenes from three films: Snatch, Kill Bill, and American Gangster. In Snatch, the opening scene introduces two characters, Turkish and Tommy, in a dark room setting up illegal boxing dealings and a diamond heist plot. In Kill Bill, the opening depicts a bloodied bride in a wedding dress being approached by the mysterious antagonist "Bill" who shoots her, leaving her survival ambiguous. American Gangster starts with a man being doused in petrol and lit on fire by two formally dressed but mysterious men, one of whom has a hidden face, creating an ominous tone.
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ITWASTIMETOTURNTOAtelevision spin-off series to keep Marvel s fans satiated and that
brought the birth of the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. series directed by Joss
Whedon, the same man responsible for Buffy The Vampire Slayer
and The Avengers. Whedons vision was to give us a chance to really
get to know the characters when he initiated the series. Agents of
S.H.I.E.L.D. is based on the Marvel comics organisation S.H.I.E.L.D.
featuring Agent Phil Coulson who assembles an elite covert team to
handle the threats they face after the Battle of New York.
One of the characters we really got to know was Agent Grant
Ward played by Brett Dalton. Dalton is the epitome of every secret
agent̶sexy, suave with a hint of mystery and danger. Throw in a
sense of humour essential to every Marvel on-screen production
and he s the right man for the job. But there s more to this agent
behind that no-nonsense face. A Yale graduate with a Masters
in Fine Arts, Dalton first caught the acting bug after auditioning
for a production of One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest in high
school. I can still recite most of my six lines, he divulges. Daltons
other television credentials include an array of acting roles in
Blue Bloods, Killing Lincoln, Army Wives, Nurses and Beside Still
Waters. He emphasises that he s not an actor who plays the same
role over and over again. I just want to do something different
from my last role. There are a ton of things I d like to play so at this
stage in the game, I feel like I ve only scratched the surface.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.s success propelled Dalton to fame, as it
made the highest rated drama premiere in over four years and
drew in 11.7 million viewers. Daltons character Ward is a Level
7 clearance agent working for S.H.I.E.L.D. who is a combat and
espionage expert. Luckily for Dalton, he tells us that there was no
training for the combat. It s been one long (at times frightening)
experiment learning to do all the stunts and physical stuff. Luckily,
the stunt team is amazing. My goal is to just assume I can do a
stunt unless they won t let me or I find out the hard way! says
Dalton. Dealing with people isn t Ward s strongest suit and playing
his character has its fair share of challenges. For Dalton, it was all
the tactical gear he had to put on during his character s role. I m
definitely more of a jeans and t-shirt kind of guy so I don t know
what to do with all those pockets and zippers. I mean, who needs
that many?
Ward s cool and serious demeanour may have prompted some
fans to write him off as a no-nonsense unsociable man who is
great at his job but fails miserably when it comes to interpersonal
relationships. However, Dalton begs to differ that there s more
than meets the eye when it comes to his character. I like to think
that there s two Grant Wards. There s the specialist with a lack of
people skills role he was playing for the team and then there s the
real guy. The troubled soul. Dangerous yet vulnerable. Conflicted
and focused. Aggressive and yet guarded, he clarifies. For Dalton
however, he relates to the real guy the most. He s a bundle of
contradictions but he s true to his own code. He s like the hero in
his own Western, he says.
His character has also garnered mixed responses from fans,
especially after the last few episodes of season one. The words
Hail Hydra whispered between Senator Stern and S.H.I.E.L.D.
Agent Sitwell in Marvel s Captain America: The Winter Soldier this
year dropped the bomb on fans that S.H.I.E.L.D. has been infiltrated
by HYDRA. That scene was a tie-in to the television series,
particularly in the episode Turn, Turn, Turn where Ward revealed
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“ANY TIME YOU GET TO WORK WITH ONE OF YOUR HEROES IS
SUCH AN HONOUR. YOU CAN BE ALTERNATING BETWEEN LEARNING,
WORKING AND JUST PLAIN GEEKING OUT”
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himself as a secret member of Hydra. The shocking twist left many
fans hurt and confused, as Dalton confirms that there s been a lot
of hate since the betrayal. There are definitely some fans who
drank the Haterade after I turned Hydra. But there have also been
a tonne of fans who still believe in Ward s goodness and a possible
redemption in the future, hence the hashtags #standwithward and
#ibelieveinward. Whatever the case, I think people are excited
about what will happen to Ward in season two, regardless of his
good or bad status, says Dalton. An avid Twitter user himself,
Dalton decided to take things up a notch and instead of live-
tweeting puns, he performed a little stunt using his Twitter account
@IMBrettDalton and changed his entire layout to reflect Hydra at
the end of the shocking episode. This resulted in a couple of bitter
fans who took the betrayal a little too personally. After the whole
Hydra reveal, some people were like I d like to punch Brett in the
face! How could he?! I was like, guys please! I m not really Hydra, I
just play one on television!
With confirmed plans for season two underway, we can only
wait to see if fans and Ward s team will accept him back into the
fold. As for now, Dalton is kept in the dark about the upcoming
season. I hope I ve regained the ability to speak after May bruised
my larynx in the finale or this is going to be a very strange season
for me. They haven t told me much about the next season so there
aren t any beans to spill here. But my guess is I ll probably develop
Hulk-like superpowers. Or steal Tony Stark s Iron Man suit. I m fine
with either of those scenarios, Dalton jokes. Working with Joss
Whedon on set has also been an honour for Dalton especially since
most of his work has claimed cult status. Any time you get to work
with one of your heroes is such an honour. You can be alternating
between learning, working and just plain geeking out. Joss is such
a creative and collaborative force and hopefully through osmosis,
a little bit rubs off on me. Dalton also mentioned that some of
his favourite comic characters includes Deadpool, Punisher and
Lobo but when it comes to choosing sides, he has no qualms about
being the villain. They have so much fun! And they always have
something to prove. They re not trying to save the world or protect
the people. That s boring. Villains are people who want the world
to feel the pain and anguish they experience. I don t know why
but I get that. I have sympathy for someone who is so hurt that he
doesn t know what to do with it so it comes out in dangerous ways,
says Dalton.
Most Hollywood actors usually stumble into the industry but
Daltons repertoire in theatre may have given him an advantage
on screen. It gives me confidence that I somewhat know what I m
doing. When you graduate, it s like you have a Ferrari that you
know how to drive fast and you ve been tuning this thing for three
years now. So when youre just starting out and auditioning for a
two-line walk-on for Law & Order, you know you can do it. That s
just the lap around the track. You ve been training for the Indy
500, says Dalton. With classmates like Oscar winning actress
Lupita Nyong O at Yale, Daltons proud of the recent accolades his
school mates have achieved. Proving himself to be quite a multi-
skilled actor, writer and singer, Dalton reveals that he would love
to be a part of a second instalment of Dr Horrible but that will be
in the wishful thinking column for now. He also lets us in on a
new film he s currently shooting in Florence, Italy with writer and
director Eric Oppenheimer, where he co-stars opposite Stana Katic.
It s about a tourist who finds himself abroad and discovers Calcio
Historicio or Historical Soccer. If you haven t heard of the sport,
Youtube it. It s insane!
Brett Dalton, who plays
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