The document discusses sound in the film "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" and provides a detailed analysis of how various David Bowie songs used in the film's score relate to the emotions and experiences of the main character, Steve Zissou. It examines how the songs complement specific scenes and help provide insight into Steve's internal feelings. The document also asks questions about memorable film scores, the impact of sound design, and how sound could improve the silent film "Vampyr."
Rory Taylor is the frontman of the band 54321. The band is made up of Rory and his three brothers and cousin who have been playing together for years. Their new EP combines elements of classic American film soundtracks and 1970s British rock. Rory discusses the band's formation, his experience on ITV's Jesus Christ Superstar, and their plans to continue touring and promoting their music.
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This document outlines the features and uses of a learning management system (LMS), including Blackboard and Moodle. It discusses how an LMS can be used to set up subjects, administer classes, document student feedback, track changes, and deliver course content. Specific LMS tools covered include journal entries, group discussions, chat sessions, online quizzes, databases, blogging, and class organization. The document also presents research findings on how using an LMS can reduce failure rates in a sustainable way and allows tracking the success of group work.
Rory Taylor is the frontman of the band 54321. The band is made up of Rory and his three brothers and cousin who have been playing together for years. Their new EP combines elements of classic American film soundtracks and 1970s British rock. Rory discusses the band's formation, his experience on ITV's Jesus Christ Superstar, and their plans to continue touring and promoting their music.
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Software containers are becoming a popular solution and Docker is the leading platform to do so. Machinery is an open source system management toolkit that focuses on system analysis, automation and tool integration. Combining them together provides an easy way to migrate from traditional systems to a dockerized environment through better understanding of what's under the hood of your infrastructure.
This document outlines the features and uses of a learning management system (LMS), including Blackboard and Moodle. It discusses how an LMS can be used to set up subjects, administer classes, document student feedback, track changes, and deliver course content. Specific LMS tools covered include journal entries, group discussions, chat sessions, online quizzes, databases, blogging, and class organization. The document also presents research findings on how using an LMS can reduce failure rates in a sustainable way and allows tracking the success of group work.
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How Commercial Real Estate Giants Can Put Tenants' Hard Earned Dollars At RiskGail Fischer
Fischer provides a hard-hitting analysis of the biases and conflicts of interest that prevail in today's new commercial real estate environment. The "Big 4" global commercial real estate firms increasingly represent both landlords and tenants. But they make most of their money from the owners, investors, developers and landlords. Tenants come last and as a result risk getting a bad deal. "It's a gamble for a company to put its corporate real estate portfolio in the hands of giant firms that serve multiple players and have much to gain by supporting the best deal for landlords rather than helping tenants minimize costs," Fischer said.
This document is a menu for On the Brick's Cafe in Islamorada, Florida. It lists drink options from $2 iced tea to $4 lattes. Breakfast items range from $4 oatmeal to $8.50 veggie breakfast. Lunch offerings include sandwiches, soups and salads from $6 to $9. Sides such as cornbread, fruit and eggs are also available. The menu emphasizes using local and fresh ingredients.
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This document outlines the features and uses of a learning management system (LMS), including Blackboard and Moodle. It discusses how an LMS can be used to set up subjects, administer classes, document feedback, track changes, and deliver course content. Specific LMS tools covered include journal entries, group discussions, chat sessions, online quizzes, databases, blogging, and organizing class materials. The document also presents research findings on how using an LMS can reduce failure rates in a sustainable way and allows tracking the success of group work.
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The document discusses Groovv's semi-integrated payment solution for software developers. Traditional integrated solutions require sensitive card data to be transmitted to software, bringing them into scope of EMV and PCI compliance which is challenging. Groovv's solution routes encrypted card data directly to payment gateways, keeping software out of scope for these regulations. This removes the compliance burden for developers and allows them to focus on their software while still supporting new payment types through Groovv's easy to implement API.
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EMV chip technology provides greater security than magnetic stripes and has significantly reduced card fraud worldwide. It creates a unique code for each transaction, making it harder for thieves to clone cards. As more merchants upgrade terminals to accept EMV chips, liability for fraudulent transactions shifts from card issuers to merchants if they do not accept chip cards. This encourages US merchants to upgrade and help reduce the country's high rate of counterfeit card fraud, which accounts for 47% of the global total.
The document discusses a 2005 outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus in Angola and the challenges faced by foreign health workers in containing the disease. Burial customs were an important tradition that was being violated, causing fear and distrust among villagers. A communication campaign was needed to rebuild trust, address cultural concerns, and allow for modified burial rites. Strategies included educating communities, addressing concerns empathetically, and developing guidelines for culturally sensitive outbreak responses. Evaluation found improved communication and relationships helped contain the outbreak.
Kelompok "LITOTES" membahas tentang cerpen dalam presentasinya. Mereka menjelaskan pengertian cerpen, jenis, tipe, ciri-ciri, unsur intrinsik dan ekstrinsik cerpen, serta tips dan contoh pembuatan cerpen. Presentasi memberikan gambaran umum tentang apa itu cerpen dan cara membuat cerpen yang baik.
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang biopsikologi kulit, termasuk fungsi, bagian-bagian, jenis, dan penyakit kulit. Kulit berfungsi untuk melindungi tubuh, sebagai indra peraba, alat eksresi, pengatur suhu tubuh, dan tempat pembuatan vitamin D. Kulit terdiri atas epidermis, dermis, dan hipodermis, serta memiliki berbagai jenis seperti kulit normal, berminyak, kering, dan sensitif. Beberapa
- The opening scenes of Jaws introduce Chief Martin Brody, the new police chief of Amity Island concerned with public safety, and the mayor prioritizing tourism revenue by keeping beaches open.
- A series of shark attacks creates the primary conflict and drives the plot as Brody's character changes to achieve the goal of safe beaches.
- By working with a scientist and shark hunter, Brody overcomes his fears to help kill the shark threatening the town.
Andrew Goodwin is a professor who identified 6 key aspects for analyzing music videos. These include demonstrating genre characteristics, having a relationship between lyrics and visuals, a relationship between music and visuals, demands of record labels being met through close-ups of artists, frequent references to looking or voyeurism, and inter-textual references. The document analyzes Peter Andre's "Mysterious Girl" video and finds it meets Goodwin's aspects of genre characteristics through dance routines, a relationship between lyrics and visuals through illustrating the words, and a relationship between music and visuals through gestures matching the lyrics. It also discusses how the video sexualizes Peter Andre's image for voyeuristic viewing pleasure.
The music video for Father John Misty's "Chateau Lobby #4" was filmed by his wife Emma on their wedding anniversary. It features clips of them spending time in a hotel where they had one of their first dates. The lyrics and video illustrate their love through showing them enjoying simple time together, amplifying the meaning of the lyrics. The amateur camerawork and effects contribute to the intimate, soothing feel that reflects the song's themes of love and memories.
The document provides analysis of the Gorillaz music video for "Clint Eastwood" in 4 paragraphs. It notes that the opening image of a ghost/demon establishes the presence of great evil. The appearance of dancing undead gorillas is meant to grab the viewer's attention and cause mischief. Later, the disappearance of these figures with the rising of the sun reveals the setting is a graveyard and suggests a new day. While the lyrics and images do not relate, they work well together to catch the audience's attention.
The Cure's music video for "Lullaby" is an art music video that uses surreal imagery to tell a narrative without fancy editing. It depicts the story of a child who is scared of a monster called the "Spiderman" coming to get him. Robert Smith portrays the child and is shown in a dark bedroom, looking fearfully around the room. Other band members appear as a toy marching band that has come to life. Their costumes continue the theme of seeing the world through a child's imagination. The video blends a staged performance with its artistic narrative to link the visuals and lyrics in a unique way.
The document provides background information on the band The Killers and discusses plans for a music video for their song "Jenny Was a Friend of Mine". It describes how the band formed in Las Vegas in 2002 and have since produced four albums. It then outlines a narrative idea for the music video involving a man running away from an unknown threat and flashbacks to happier times with a woman. It discusses incorporating shots of the band performing and locations in Newcastle for filming.
The short film "Wish 143" is about a terminally ill 15-year-old boy named David who is granted a wish before he dies. Instead of a typical wish, David decides he wants to lose his virginity. The film follows David's close friendship with the hospital priest who is initially against the idea but eventually helps arrange an escort for David. It was directed by Ian Barnes and released in 2009, receiving a nomination for Best Short Film at the Academy Awards the following year.
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Fischer provides a hard-hitting analysis of the biases and conflicts of interest that prevail in today's new commercial real estate environment. The "Big 4" global commercial real estate firms increasingly represent both landlords and tenants. But they make most of their money from the owners, investors, developers and landlords. Tenants come last and as a result risk getting a bad deal. "It's a gamble for a company to put its corporate real estate portfolio in the hands of giant firms that serve multiple players and have much to gain by supporting the best deal for landlords rather than helping tenants minimize costs," Fischer said.
This document is a menu for On the Brick's Cafe in Islamorada, Florida. It lists drink options from $2 iced tea to $4 lattes. Breakfast items range from $4 oatmeal to $8.50 veggie breakfast. Lunch offerings include sandwiches, soups and salads from $6 to $9. Sides such as cornbread, fruit and eggs are also available. The menu emphasizes using local and fresh ingredients.
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This document outlines the features and uses of a learning management system (LMS), including Blackboard and Moodle. It discusses how an LMS can be used to set up subjects, administer classes, document feedback, track changes, and deliver course content. Specific LMS tools covered include journal entries, group discussions, chat sessions, online quizzes, databases, blogging, and organizing class materials. The document also presents research findings on how using an LMS can reduce failure rates in a sustainable way and allows tracking the success of group work.
The Auto Enrolment Advisor: Auto EnrolmentJamie Ogilvie
Automatic Enrolment is a change in law that all employers have to enrol their employees into a workplace pension scheme. This presentation gives a brief introduction into: The reasons behind the law change, Who it applies to and finally how The Auto Enrolment Advisor can help you comply.
Travel quotes that will make you want to see the worldtripmoba
This document provides travel quotes to inspire people to see the world. It includes quotes from famous figures like Ibn Batuta, Andre Gide, and Mark Twain encouraging people to travel, discover new places, and seize opportunities while they can. The quotes are intended to give people courage to take breaks from routine lives for life-changing journeys. Seeing the world can leave one with unforgettable memories and stories to share.
The document discusses Groovv's semi-integrated payment solution for software developers. Traditional integrated solutions require sensitive card data to be transmitted to software, bringing them into scope of EMV and PCI compliance which is challenging. Groovv's solution routes encrypted card data directly to payment gateways, keeping software out of scope for these regulations. This removes the compliance burden for developers and allows them to focus on their software while still supporting new payment types through Groovv's easy to implement API.
Festivals To Visit In The Philippines This Yeartripmoba
The document discusses several festivals held in the Philippines that are worth visiting. Some of the major festivals mentioned include the Kadayawan Festival in Davao in August which celebrates harvest with flowers, fruits, and dance. The Pahiyas Festival in Lucban, Quezon in May features colorful fruits and vegetables decorating houses. The Masskara Festival in Bacolod in October features dancing in the streets to Latin music. These festivals celebrate Philippine culture, history, and harvest seasons.
EMV chip technology provides greater security than magnetic stripes and has significantly reduced card fraud worldwide. It creates a unique code for each transaction, making it harder for thieves to clone cards. As more merchants upgrade terminals to accept EMV chips, liability for fraudulent transactions shifts from card issuers to merchants if they do not accept chip cards. This encourages US merchants to upgrade and help reduce the country's high rate of counterfeit card fraud, which accounts for 47% of the global total.
The document discusses a 2005 outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus in Angola and the challenges faced by foreign health workers in containing the disease. Burial customs were an important tradition that was being violated, causing fear and distrust among villagers. A communication campaign was needed to rebuild trust, address cultural concerns, and allow for modified burial rites. Strategies included educating communities, addressing concerns empathetically, and developing guidelines for culturally sensitive outbreak responses. Evaluation found improved communication and relationships helped contain the outbreak.
Kelompok "LITOTES" membahas tentang cerpen dalam presentasinya. Mereka menjelaskan pengertian cerpen, jenis, tipe, ciri-ciri, unsur intrinsik dan ekstrinsik cerpen, serta tips dan contoh pembuatan cerpen. Presentasi memberikan gambaran umum tentang apa itu cerpen dan cara membuat cerpen yang baik.
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang biopsikologi kulit, termasuk fungsi, bagian-bagian, jenis, dan penyakit kulit. Kulit berfungsi untuk melindungi tubuh, sebagai indra peraba, alat eksresi, pengatur suhu tubuh, dan tempat pembuatan vitamin D. Kulit terdiri atas epidermis, dermis, dan hipodermis, serta memiliki berbagai jenis seperti kulit normal, berminyak, kering, dan sensitif. Beberapa
- The opening scenes of Jaws introduce Chief Martin Brody, the new police chief of Amity Island concerned with public safety, and the mayor prioritizing tourism revenue by keeping beaches open.
- A series of shark attacks creates the primary conflict and drives the plot as Brody's character changes to achieve the goal of safe beaches.
- By working with a scientist and shark hunter, Brody overcomes his fears to help kill the shark threatening the town.
Andrew Goodwin is a professor who identified 6 key aspects for analyzing music videos. These include demonstrating genre characteristics, having a relationship between lyrics and visuals, a relationship between music and visuals, demands of record labels being met through close-ups of artists, frequent references to looking or voyeurism, and inter-textual references. The document analyzes Peter Andre's "Mysterious Girl" video and finds it meets Goodwin's aspects of genre characteristics through dance routines, a relationship between lyrics and visuals through illustrating the words, and a relationship between music and visuals through gestures matching the lyrics. It also discusses how the video sexualizes Peter Andre's image for voyeuristic viewing pleasure.
The music video for Father John Misty's "Chateau Lobby #4" was filmed by his wife Emma on their wedding anniversary. It features clips of them spending time in a hotel where they had one of their first dates. The lyrics and video illustrate their love through showing them enjoying simple time together, amplifying the meaning of the lyrics. The amateur camerawork and effects contribute to the intimate, soothing feel that reflects the song's themes of love and memories.
The document provides analysis of the Gorillaz music video for "Clint Eastwood" in 4 paragraphs. It notes that the opening image of a ghost/demon establishes the presence of great evil. The appearance of dancing undead gorillas is meant to grab the viewer's attention and cause mischief. Later, the disappearance of these figures with the rising of the sun reveals the setting is a graveyard and suggests a new day. While the lyrics and images do not relate, they work well together to catch the audience's attention.
The Cure's music video for "Lullaby" is an art music video that uses surreal imagery to tell a narrative without fancy editing. It depicts the story of a child who is scared of a monster called the "Spiderman" coming to get him. Robert Smith portrays the child and is shown in a dark bedroom, looking fearfully around the room. Other band members appear as a toy marching band that has come to life. Their costumes continue the theme of seeing the world through a child's imagination. The video blends a staged performance with its artistic narrative to link the visuals and lyrics in a unique way.
The document provides background information on the band The Killers and discusses plans for a music video for their song "Jenny Was a Friend of Mine". It describes how the band formed in Las Vegas in 2002 and have since produced four albums. It then outlines a narrative idea for the music video involving a man running away from an unknown threat and flashbacks to happier times with a woman. It discusses incorporating shots of the band performing and locations in Newcastle for filming.
The short film "Wish 143" is about a terminally ill 15-year-old boy named David who is granted a wish before he dies. Instead of a typical wish, David decides he wants to lose his virginity. The film follows David's close friendship with the hospital priest who is initially against the idea but eventually helps arrange an escort for David. It was directed by Ian Barnes and released in 2009, receiving a nomination for Best Short Film at the Academy Awards the following year.
The Estranged Rose: a novella about love and music by Fred Smiththeonlyfredsmith
Placebo Effect is a high school rock band that has never played so much as a note outside of the garage where they rehearse. When their prima donna frontman quits, the group sets their naive sights on a replacement they hope will take them to stardom.
Turning to the Internet, the band finds a lead singer with talent, swagger, and a lifetime of rock ’n roll baggage in an aging star hoping for one last chance to set right all the things he let slip during his rise to the top decades earlier.
A coming of age story for all ages, The Estranged Rose calls love and music to centerstage in a way that will leave audiences begging for the house lights to stay down and the show to rock on.
This document provides initial ideas for potential music videos for four songs:
1) "Dani California" by Red Hot Chili Peppers, showing Dani as a vigilante hero chasing and defeating criminals.
2) "Seven Nation Army" by The White Stripes, depicting a bullied teenage boy who stands up to his bullies through violence.
3) "On Top of the World" by Imagine Dragons, with aesthetically pleasing shots similar to music videos by Lana Del Rey and Vance Joy.
4) "Till I Collapse" by Eminem, showing a boy training for a boxing match to overcome struggles in his life.
This document provides initial ideas for potential music videos for four songs:
1) "Dani California" by Red Hot Chili Peppers, showing Dani as a vigilante hero chasing and defeating criminals.
2) "Seven Nation Army" by The White Stripes, depicting a bullied teenage boy who stands up to his bullies through violence.
3) "On Top of the World" by Imagine Dragons, with a less narrative-driven video focusing on aesthetically pleasing shots like other artists' videos.
4) "Till I Collapse" by Eminem, showing a boy training and competing in a boxing match to represent the song's themes of strength and not giving up.
This document provides initial ideas for potential music videos for four songs:
1) "Dani California" by Red Hot Chili Peppers, showing Dani as a vigilante hero chasing and defeating criminals.
2) "Seven Nation Army" by The White Stripes, depicting a bullied teenage boy who stands up to his bullies through violence.
3) "On Top of the World" by Imagine Dragons, with aesthetically pleasing shots similar to music videos by Lana Del Rey and Vance Joy.
4) "Till I Collapse" by Eminem, showing a boy training and competing in a boxing match to overcome struggles in his life.
1) Johnny Depp is one of Hollywood's top actors known for his diverse roles. He began his career in the 1980s and is still active today.
2) Depp has been in long-term relationships with actresses Winona Ryder in the 1990s and Vanessa Paradis from 1998-2012 with whom he has two children. He was also previously married to Lori Anne Allison.
3) Depp is known for his iconic portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise produced by Disney from 2003-2017. He has worked frequently with director Tim Burton and is praised for his versatility in taking on unique roles.
The document analyzes six music videos using Goodwin's theory of six elements: illustration, amplifying, contradicting, iconography, voyeurism, and intertextuality. For each element, a different music video is discussed and analyzed in terms of how it uses that element. The summaries provide the music video analyzed and a brief description of how it fits the given element. For example, for illustration the video analyzed is "Riptide" by Vance Joy, which directly depicts the lyrics through short clips.
This document analyzes and summarizes several music videos based on established theories of music video types and characteristics. It discusses McFly and Taio Cruz's "Shine a Light" video as a hybrid of staged performance, pseudo-documentary and narrative styles. It also analyzes Maroon 5's "Harder to Breathe" as a staged performance video focusing on close-ups of the band and dark visuals matching the song. Finally, it examines Young Money's "Bed Rock" as primarily narrative, portraying a fantasy world of wealth and stereotypical rapper lifestyle through mansions, cars, women and lavish spending.
David Bowie's 1983 music video for "Let's Dance" tells the narrative of an indigenous Australian couple struggling against westernization. Shot in an Australian village bar, the video juxtaposes indigenous and westernized culture through opposing imagery and color schemes. It uses split screens and flashbacks to portray the couple's isolation and loss of their traditional way of life. Both conceptual and performance-based, the video highlights the history of indigenous Australians and makes a statement against racism and oppression through its storytelling.
David Bowie's 1983 music video for "Let's Dance" tells the narrative of an indigenous Australian couple struggling against westernization. Shot in an Australian village bar, the video juxtaposes indigenous and westernized culture through opposing imagery and color schemes. It uses split screens and flashbacks to portray the couple's isolation and loss of their traditional way of life. Both conceptual and performance-based, the video highlights the history of indigenous Australians and makes a statement against racism and oppression through its storytelling.
This document summarizes different styles of music videos including narrative, cinematic, performance based, animation, pastiche, as live, parody, intertextuality, and concept. Narrative videos tell a story through actors and scenes. Cinematic videos have high production value and a film style. Performance based focus on live performances. Animation uses digital or stop motion. Pastiche are influenced by other genres/time periods. As live contain concert footage. Parody mock other artists. Intertextuality refer to other existing works. Concept are based on a unique idea or technique.
The document provides an analysis of the music video for "Misery" by the band The Maine. It summarizes the key aspects of the video, including:
1) The video challenges conventions of the rock genre by not including live performances and keeping the band members separated throughout.
2) The visuals in the video are closely related to the lyrics and music, with actions matching the beat. As the song progresses and lyrics mention darker themes, the visuals and music take a darker turn as well.
3) As the lead singer, John is the main focus of the narrative and there are many close-ups of him, developing his restraint as a motif. This meets record label demands for focusing on
This document analyzes and summarizes four music videos:
1) Weezer's "Buddy Holly" video uses intertextuality by recreating the style of the 1950s TV show Happy Days to associate themselves with Buddy Holly and promote recognition.
2) Foo Fighters' "Long Road to Ruin" video uses humor and parody of telenovelas to entertain viewers and gain recognition through its narrative and involvement of actor Rashida Jones.
3) Pearl Jam's "Do the Evolution" video coherently illustrates the song's lyrics through animation, an unexplored style that captures complex concepts, and rhythmic matching of clips to the audio.
4) Common themes across the videos include gaining
1. Introduction to Film
Sound and Cinema 9/17/2016
Utilizing the rest of class time (and/or any time you might have between now and Thursday’s
class) answer the following three questions regarding sound in cinema. Make sure that your
examples are specific. It’s not enough just to list a title; you need to answer the question fully,
utilizing examples from your referenced film.
1. In your opinion, what film has the most memorable score? Why? Is the score orchestral
in nature? Does it rely on pop songs/source music? Is it a combination of the two?
The film I choose for the most memorable score is “The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou.”
Written by Wes Anderson and Noah Baumbach, and also directed by Wes Anderson. The score
for Life Aquatic was done by Mark Mothersbaugh of the band Devo. (That is from the 1980’s
kids) and the music is done by David Bowie. “The Life Aquatic” is about a famous, over the hill,
down on his luck oceanographer and documentarian, Steve Zissou (played by the great Bill
Murray). . Team Zissou has just released their newest movie called “The Jaguar Shark Part 1.”
The title came from a tragic incident where Steve is witness his hetero-life mate, best friend and
partner of twenty-seven years, Esteban du Plantier’s (played by Seymour Cassel) savage death
by a “Jaguar Shark.” There is no real video evidence of the Jaguar Shark or what happened to
Esteban, so many people believe what happened in the film “Jaguar Shark Part 1” was made up
or staged to get rating/attention. Regardless of the naysayers and critics Steve vows to make
another movie where he tracks down the Jaguar Shark, and will attempt to kill it, avenging
Esteban’s death. Which to me is very much a homage to Herman Melville’s Moby Dick, but I
digress this is about movie soundtracks and scores.
What I really like about the movie score/soundtrack is the use of David Bowie songs, as I
have been a fan of Bowie’s music. While Wes Anderson uses David Bowie songs, they are
sung acoustically in Portuguese by “Team Zissou” crew member Pele (played by Seu Jorge).
After years of being “The Zissou” the most famous oceanographer in the world, I believe Steve
has a very difficult time dealing with reality. He uses marijuana and booze to cope with his new
chapter of not being on top anymore. Steve has surrounded himself with his wife Eleanor
Zissou (played by Anjelica Huston) and crew members who allow him to stay in his fantasy
world. When Steve’s fantasy world is penetrated by the the real world, Pele is seen singing and
playing Portuguese versions of David Bowie’s other-worldly songs, bringing us back to the
thought that Steve does not live in the real world, but his fantasies.
The first real thing to happen to Steve is Esteban’s untimely death. Steve doesn’t really
show any real emotions or any of the stages of grief. So the first song sung by Pele is David
Bowie’s “Ziggy Stardust.” The song “Ziggy Stardust” represents Steve’s reluctance to accept
Esteban’s death and how Steve wishes he lived in another world. That other world for Steve is
the ocean. Then after the “Jaguar Shark Part 1” screening Steve meets Ned Plimpton (played
by Owen Wilson) who turns out might be Steve’s bastard son from a past relationship years
ago. Steve freaks out upon meeting Ned and walks/runs away from Ned to smoke a joint. While
2. Steve is smoking the joint, the song “Life on Mars” is playing in the background. Again another
David Bowie song, but this time it is actually the David Bowie studio version of the song. Again
the song represents Steve not wanting to be apart of this world or this new reality where Steve
could actually be a father. Ned doesn’t give up and ends up following Steve and confronting
him. Steve and Ned come to an agreement that they would try to make this relationship work.
In this scene Pele is singing another David Bowie song in the background “Changes”. The song
“Changes” represents maybe Steve and Ned can have a relationship after all, only if Steve is
truly willing to change his ways. Steve then asks Ned if he would like to join him on his Island
“The Zissou Compound.” Ned eagerly agrees to go to the island with Steve. The next scene is
Steve and Ned flying in a plane to “The Zissou Compound.” Pele is again seen singing in
portuguese another David Bowie song. This time Pele is singing David Bowie’s “Rebel Rebel.”
This song represents Steve again in his true nature rebelling against the idea of being a father.
Steve never wanted to be a father. Steve even says to Ned at one point that he hates fathers,
and never wanted to be one.
Later that evening on the island “Team Zissou” is filming a segment for their new film
“The Jaguar Shark Part II”. This is where we meet Jane Winslett-Richardson (played by Cate
Blanchett). Jane is a very obviously pregnant, magazine writer, writing a cover story for her
magazine on Steve Zissou and his new movie. At this point we don’t know very much about
Jane except that she is pregnant and probably shouldn’t even be traveling. Jane also happens
to be a lifelong fan of Steve’s. In a later scene we do find out a little more about Jane while she
calls and leaves a message for her editor. We find out by the message she leaves that the
editor is the father of her unborn child, who happens to be married but not to her. This scene
really makes me think that Jane and Steve are having similar issues. I say that because in the
background of Jane’s telephone scene Pele is singing another portuguese David Bowie song
“Lady Stardust.” So I think for Jane in her current situation, being pregnant, having to be a
single mother, and that it is her editor's baby, she too wants to go to another world and not have
to deal with the consequences of her actions.
One of the real turning points in the film is where Steve’s funding for the movie “Jaguar
Shark Part II” goes under. There is no more money to finance the movie, so in turn no movie
and no revenge for Steve. Ned, having come into a sizable inheritance from his mother
passing, overhears the financing problems and agreed to invest $275,000 to keep the movie
running and to also serve as executive producer. With Ned’s investment “Team Zissou” is back
up and filming. While training with the scuba gear Ned almost drowns. Eleanor, after hearing
the news of Ned’s near drowning, and learning the fact that Steve took Ned’s money to finance
the movie, can’t believe Steve “took that poor boy’s money” and is totally fed up with Steve and
his hijinks. Eleanor decides to leave Steve and the Island all together. You again see Pele
singing another portuguese David Bowie song “Rock n Roll Suicide” This song represents the
end for Steve, it represents Steve’s final collapse as a human being/ washed up celebrity, his
personal life is in ruins all due to his unrelenting pursuit of his Jaguar Shark ala Moby Dick.
Steve has become obsessed with revenge.
Despite Eleanor “being the brains behind Team Zissou” Steve decides to set off for his
Jaguar Shark revenge mission. While at sea Ned and Jane become closer to each other, much
to Steve’s dismay. There is tension between the three of them on board, making everything
uneasy. A few days later, Steve decides to go on a faster, but much more dangerous, route to
3. find the Jaguar Shark. While on this treacherous route Steve’s ship “The Belafonte” is attacked
by pirates. Just before the pirates attack, Pele is singing another David Bowie portuguese song
“Space Oddity.” This song represents Steve’s feeling of free falling through life. He no longer
has any connection to reality. He is hellbent on finding the Jaguar Shark, regardless of how
long it takes, what it costs, or who it could possibly hurt. The pirates hijack the boat, tie and
blindfold everyone on board. Learning that Ned is to be kidnapped, Steve goes through an
emotional roller coaster of fear for himself and crew. Steve’s flight or fight response is activated.
He loosens his bonds and starts fighting against his captures. In the midst of the fight Steve
gets his hands on a gun and shots the pirates off his boat. During this scene the first pop song
that isn’t done by David Bowie is playing in the background. The song is “Search and Destroy”
by The Stooges. This song is a direct correlation to the events around Steve. Steve is literally
searching for the pirates and destroying them. I don’t think there is any other meaning using
this particular song. (Fun tidbit “Search and Destroy” was originally mixed by David Bowie.)
After the smoke settles and all the pirates are gone, the crew realizes that the Bond
Company Stooge, Bill is missing and was taken hostage by the Pirates. Steve starts to question
how did the Pirates attack the ship without anyone noticing. It is revealed that Ned was
supposed to be on guard duty. This is when Steve finds out that Ned and Jane are in fact
romantically involved. This revelation infuriates Steve. Steve and Ned start arguing and fighting
over Jane. While Steve and Ned are fighting over Jane you see Pele singing another
portuguese version of a David Bowie song “Five Years.” This song reflects the possible ending
of the Steve’s and Ned’s relationship. They agree to part ways after the movie is done shooting.
Eleanor comes back to the boat after hearing about the pirate attack. Eleanor and Jane
are talking and it is revealed that Steve “shoots blanks due to spending so much time
underwater” which means it is impossible for Ned to be Steve’s son. Then you see Pele in the
recording studio singing another portuguese version of a David Bowie song “Life on Mars?” I
think this song is for both Steve and Ned and their shared disappointment with the reality of their
situations even if they don’t want to admit it.
The “Team Zissou” crew all decide they have to rescue Bill, the Bond Company Stooge
from the pirates. With the help of Eleanor they figure out where the pirates hideout is located.
“Team Zissou” lands on Ping Island. In the background there is techno/electronica music
playing which we find out later is called “Ned’s Theme Take 1” Bill is rescued by “Team Zissou”
and brought back to the Belafonte.
With everyone back safe on the Belafonte, Ned and Steve decide to take the helicopter
out to see if they can spot the Jaguar Shark from up there. The song “30 Century Man” is
playing in the background. This is the second non-David Bowie pop song used in the movie.
This song relates to the hopeful future between Steve and Ned and finishing the movie and
finding the Jaguar Shark. Unfortunately, the helicopter is very old and hasn’t been serviced in a
very long time. The helicopter malfunctions and crashes into the ocean. Steve escapes the
crash with not a scratch, the same can not be said for Ned. Ned is hurt very badly and ends up
dying in Steve’s arms. The third non-David Bowie song is playing in the background during
Ned’s funeral. “The Way I Feel Inside” by The Zombies. This song directly correlates to what
Steve is feeling about the loss of Ned, the loss of Esteban, finally realizing that his obsession is
what lead to both deaths.
4. At the end of the movie “Team Zissou” is again at movie screening, this time for “The
Jaguar Shark Part II.” Steve is noticeably absent from the theater, Steve is actually outside the
theater sitting on the red carpet. The end of the movie the song “Queen Bitch” another David
Bowie song is playing but this time it’s the actual studio release of it.. This song relates to Steve
regaining his mojo. Steve is back on top, he was right all along about the Jaguar Shark. I
would like to think that Steve learned a hard lesson about revenge, but using this song makes
me think Steve will continue to be Steve and do what Steve does. He hasn’t really learned
anything. Since he was right about the Jaguar Shark, in his mind all of his decisions were
justified.
In summary, all of the David Bowie music/covers used in this movie have direct
correlations to major issues or obstacles in Steve’s life. The songs are used to describe Steve’s
internal feelings because in the movie he doesn’t really show any true feelings of remorse or
guilt or really any emotion. The score for the movie provided the insight into the character of
Steve, he would not have been so complex, and therefore interesting, without it.
2. In your opinion, what film would be completely different (either more or less successful)
without the presence of professional sound design? How would it be different? What
would work better/worse without sound effects?
The movie I chose for this question is the original “The Pink Panther” made in 1963.
Written by Maurice Richlin and Blake Edwards, who also directed “The Pink Panther”. This
movie also Introduced the world to the very underrated Peter Sellers. I believe the movie Pink
Panther would have been much less successful and less funny without the presence of
professional sound design. As in any type of slap stick comedy movie it just wouldn’t have been
as funny without the sound effects. I call this “The Three Stooges” effect. If you just watch
Peter Sellers fall down or trip over someone without the sound effect it wouldn’t be funny. Peter
Sellers deadpan delivery can be funny. So he probably would have had a successful silent film
career if he was born in that generation ala Charlie Chaplin or Buster Keaton. That being said
you would feel more guilt laughing at someone hurting themselves if there wasn’t sound effects.
Sound effects for slapstick movies work because it sounds almost cartoonish. We all know
cartoons can’t get hurt so you can laugh guilt free at these types of movies. Sound effects really
adds to the whole viewing experience of the film in my opinion.
5. 3. Imagine you were the sound designer for Vampyr (1932). Given that the film is silent,
what is an improvement you might be able to make to the film simply utilizing sound? Be
specific to a scene.
Unfortunately, I wasn’t in class to watch the exact version of Vampyr that everyone else
in class got to watch. I did however find a version of the film on Hulu, the version I found
actually had sound. So given the question I was very confused at this point. I ended up doing
some more in- depth research on the film Vampyr. Vampyr was directed by the famous French
director Carl Theodor Dreyer and came out in 1932. The film was scored by Wolfgang Zeller.
Vampyr was the first talking picture made by Dreyer, all his previous movies including his
masterpiece “The Passion of Joan of Arc” were all silent films. I find it very interesting that
Dreyer didn’t like using professional actors in his movies. Most of the actors in Dreyer films were
amateurs, and is really amazing to see untrained actors giving such inspiring performances, for
example again “The Passion of Joan of Arc”. The way he was able to reach into his actors and
pull out so much emotion is astounding. Even the star of Vampyr, Julian West wasn’t a
professional actor. He was French-born of Russian nobility and agreed to finance Vampyr in
exchange for the lead role. Dryer in some ways was ahead of his time. For example, Vampyr
was dubbed into three languages. English, French and German for three different markets.
Before Vampyr most movies were dubbed only in the origin country’s dialect. So in this way he
was innovative and ahead of his time realizing the potential money in other markets. Another
tidbit I found interesting is that the Universal Studios vampire movie, Dracula, starring Bela
Lugosi came out a year before Vampyr. Both movies were similar in style and feel, I am not sure
who copied who persay but I enjoyed both films.. Since the version that I watched actually had
both sound and a score, I am not really sure how to answer this question. I was impressed by
Vampyr and was pleasantly surprised it was done by Dryer. I had never actually watched an
entire film directed by Dryer, all I have seen of his work has been on movie documentaries. I
was really impressed, I really liked how Dryer put a thin gauze in front of the camera lens to get
that hazy, otherworldly feel. That small thing really added to the total feel of the film.