A female character appears to be asking for help in a mid-shot frame. She stretches out her hand toward the audience, intending to make them feel sympathetic since she appears close to death. Her distressed appearance is meant to trouble the audience by suggesting that if even an attractive person is not safe, then no one is. This creates suspense by implying other characters may die as well. The dark background adds an element of mystery, as the female is the only thing lit. She may either be saved by the light or absorbed by the surrounding darkness, continuing the thriller trope of endangering female characters. In a second image, half the face of another female is shown as she directly stares at the camera, appearing
This document provides an overview of the topics that will be covered in a blog about the thriller genre including an introduction to thrillers, the target audience, analyzing frames from three thriller films, and examining the opening and cinematography of a thriller film.
The document outlines a filming shot sequence, beginning with an establishing shot from a building showing the filming location for 5 seconds. It then describes zooming into a CCTV camera for 4 seconds before cutting to a 2 second black TV effect. Further shots include overhead angles of a character walking for 5 seconds, interspersed with 2 second black TV effects, and a close up of the character's back for 4 seconds as they walk. The sequence is left unfinished.
Eric's costume for the opening scene should be in black to convey his dark side and struggles in that moment of weakness. The other characters' costumes should be simple and normal. The theme is to show the dark side of someone like Eric who is struggling in the moment.
The document discusses four thriller sub-genres: action, psychological, crime, and horror. Action thrillers focus on physical action and stunts to create suspense. Psychological thrillers deal with mental and emotional problems and situations characters struggle to escape. Crime thrillers involve violence to build anxiety around a criminal's plans and motives. Horror thrillers feature mentally ill killers who aim to play with audiences' emotions by instilling fear and terror. While the sub-genres are similar in combining suspense, their key differences lie in their specific focuses on action, psychology, crime, or horror.
This media blog post will analyze four thriller movie openings and three thriller frames to get inspiration for the author's own opening. It will also introduce genre and sub-genres of thrillers, the intended audience, and define cinematography.
A female character appears to be asking for help in a mid-shot frame. She stretches out her hand toward the audience, intending to make them feel sympathetic since she appears close to death. Her distressed appearance is meant to trouble the audience by suggesting that if even an attractive person is not safe, then no one is. This creates suspense by implying other characters may die as well. The dark background adds an element of mystery, as the female is the only thing lit. She may either be saved by the light or absorbed by the surrounding darkness, continuing the thriller trope of endangering female characters. In a second image, half the face of another female is shown as she directly stares at the camera, appearing
This document provides an overview of the topics that will be covered in a blog about the thriller genre including an introduction to thrillers, the target audience, analyzing frames from three thriller films, and examining the opening and cinematography of a thriller film.
The document outlines a filming shot sequence, beginning with an establishing shot from a building showing the filming location for 5 seconds. It then describes zooming into a CCTV camera for 4 seconds before cutting to a 2 second black TV effect. Further shots include overhead angles of a character walking for 5 seconds, interspersed with 2 second black TV effects, and a close up of the character's back for 4 seconds as they walk. The sequence is left unfinished.
Eric's costume for the opening scene should be in black to convey his dark side and struggles in that moment of weakness. The other characters' costumes should be simple and normal. The theme is to show the dark side of someone like Eric who is struggling in the moment.
The document discusses four thriller sub-genres: action, psychological, crime, and horror. Action thrillers focus on physical action and stunts to create suspense. Psychological thrillers deal with mental and emotional problems and situations characters struggle to escape. Crime thrillers involve violence to build anxiety around a criminal's plans and motives. Horror thrillers feature mentally ill killers who aim to play with audiences' emotions by instilling fear and terror. While the sub-genres are similar in combining suspense, their key differences lie in their specific focuses on action, psychology, crime, or horror.
This media blog post will analyze four thriller movie openings and three thriller frames to get inspiration for the author's own opening. It will also introduce genre and sub-genres of thrillers, the intended audience, and define cinematography.
This mid shot shows a woman reaching out for help in apparent difficulty. She looks frightened with her mouth open while naked and showering, suggesting she was unprepared. Her reaching hand is meant to create sympathy from the audience as it seems she is about to be killed.
The document describes an outfit chosen for a main character to wear that represents how a typical London teenager dresses. It discusses selecting clothing for a character that fits within the style and fashion of teenagers in London. The outfit choice was made to portray a realistic and accurate depiction of dress for teenagers in that location.
In 3 sentences:
The document discusses the author's independent research for their A Level media studies course, including research into film directors, film history, and media theory. It notes they will present on their transition from AS to A2, what they have been doing for their exam percentage, and how their short film presents social groups. It also states they have decided to leave their original group "Ulysses" and join the group working on "The Wolf of Wall Street" instead, putting their needs first.
The document analyzes the opening sequences of four thriller films - Super 8, The Roommate, House at the End of the Street, and Tresspass - based on their use of conventions. For Super 8, the opening sparks curiosity about an accident and sets a mysterious winter scene. The Roommate uses a dark background and point-of-view shot to seem spooky and introduce the protagonist. House at the End of the Street builds tension through its music, imagery of a boat and bright light, and focus on a girl's eye. Tresspass establishes danger through a car driving fast through woodland and showing the mysterious protagonist carrying a briefcase. Overall, the document examines how the openings set tones of mystery, susp
The document analyzes the opening scene of the film Seven. It discusses how the camera work, sound, mise-en-scene, and editing are used to establish the two main characters - Detective Somerset and Detective Mills. Through tracking shots and a crab walk, the camera emphasizes Somerset and Mills' important introductory conversation. Diegetic sounds portray the busy city environment while minimal music establishes a thrilling tone. Mise-en-scene reveals Somerset as a tidy, lonely man through his small apartment, while Mills is shown as sloppy and arrogant in appearance. Crosscutting during the murder scene hints that Somerset's colleagues dislike him. Overall, the opening engages viewers with its contrasting characters and introduction of a possible
The document analyzes the opening film techniques used in the horror movie "Scream". It discusses the main title sequence using white text that turns red, representing ghosts and danger. It also mentions a tracking shot when the character is communicating with the villain to build tension. Medium shots are used when the character answers the phone to show confidence. High angle shots make the tied up character seem powerless. Dark exterior settings and reaction shots are employed to create an atmosphere of danger and suspense. Non-diegetic sounds like screaming and a phone ringing increase tension. The narrative establishes Sidney as the heroine hunted by the villain Ghost Face in her hometown, leaving the viewer with questions.
This document contains analyses of several shots from the film Psycho and how they establish mood and character through mise-en-scene. Shots include a low-angled medium shot of a police officer where barriers like glasses hide his identity and dark uniform suggest dominance. A close-up of a woman in a dark car makes her seem trapped as a victim. An extreme close-up of a man's eye with light reflecting in it shows intensity and makes the audience wonder what he is looking at.
This document provides an analysis of the conventions and techniques used in the 1960 film Psycho. It summarizes that Psycho set the classic conventions of the thriller genre by taking place in a remote isolated location away from the city. It introduces a pretty blonde woman as the likely first victim and features murders at night during rainy miserable weather. The opening music establishes an unsettling tone. Titles use the date without a year to make the events feel like they could happen at any time. Camera techniques like panning and close-up shots create unease and a sense of voyeurism. Costuming is used to signify the main character Marion Crane's shifting innocence and doomed fate.
The marketing process for Toy Story 3 involved various methods including posters, trailers, an online presence, cross-promotions, and media/publicity efforts. Posters introduced returning characters and new ones. Trailers provided hints about the storyline while growing anticipation. The official website contained character information, games, and clips. Cross-promotions included partnerships with stores and brands. Media appearances and campus screenings of cliffhanger clips helped generate buzz.
The document analyzes Alfred Hitchcock's use of camera techniques and editing to create suspense and horror in the famous shower scene from Psycho. It notes that Hitchcock uses close-up shots and zooming on the curtain and Marion's hand to build tension. He also uses sound design and editing with quick cuts between shots to depict what is happening. Some shots are from Marion's point of view to involve the audience directly in the attack. Killing Marion Crane so early in the film leaves the audience wondering what will happen next and makes the story more intriguing.
This document discusses how the concept of "Britishness" is represented in films produced by Working Title from the 1980s to 2000s. It analyzes how their films portrayed Britishness through representations of minorities in the 1980s, exporting an image of Britishness through romantic comedies in the 1990s, and portraying heritage and history in period films of the 2000s. Specific films like My Beautiful Laundrette, Notting Hill, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Atonement, and Hot Fuzz are examined in terms of how they portrayed British identity, values, class, location, and history in relation to the social and political contexts of their eras.
The 9 shot analysis summarizes key shots from the film Psycho:
1) The opening title sequence contrasts white letters on a black background to immediately create impact and set up opposing themes.
2) An establishing shot of a crowded city is unusual for a thriller and leads us to anticipate where the "psycho" may appear.
3) A high angle shot reveals Marion stealing money in a bathroom, making the audience feel like intruders in her vulnerable situation.
4) A medium close up shows Marion's worried expression as her boss suspects her theft, showing her apprehension and concern about being caught.
5) A nighttime shot of an isolated house in the rain establishes the
The document provides an analysis of the opening sequence of the film "Seven". It discusses the use of various cinematic techniques like camerawork, mise-en-scene, lighting, editing, sound, and iconography. Camerawork uses aerial shots and extreme close-ups. Mise-en-scene features black and white colors representing good and evil. Lighting uses low key lighting to create a dark atmosphere. Editing includes jump cuts and flashing lights to create confusion. Sound uses diegetic and non-diegetic elements to unsettle the audience. Iconography shows blood symbolizing danger for characters.
The opening sequence for a film was shot over two days but took five additional weeks to fully edit the footage into the final sequence. The opening scene required extensive editing even though the filming only took place over two days of shooting. In under three sentences, this summary conveys that the opening film sequence involved two days of shooting but a much longer editing process to assemble the filmed material.
1) The opening sequence uses a montage of mysterious close-up shots with ominous music to create tension and mystery about the unidentified character and their suspicious activities.
2) Dark, low-key lighting and a variety of unsettling sounds are used to emphasize the thriller genre and give an uneasy tone.
3) Clues through props of files, papers, and developing photos hint that the character is conducting a secretive investigation, further heightening the audience's anxiety and confusion about the narrative.
This document analyzes four psychological thriller films: Flightplan (2005) directed by Robert Schwentke, Mystic River (2003) directed by Clint Eastwood, Memento (2000) directed by Christopher Nolan, and The Silence of the Lambs (1991) directed by Jonathan Demme. The document provides the director, year, and certificate rating for each film.
The group created a title sequence inspired by the film Se7en but received feedback that it lacked direction. They presented the production company first followed by the title as is conventional. They ended with phrases like "She says no" but received feedback that audiences did not understand them. The group learned the importance of title ordering from teacher feedback and examples like Cape Fear, and decided to follow conventions while potentially challenging the placement of the title at the end.
This mid shot shows a woman reaching out for help in apparent difficulty. She looks frightened with her mouth open while naked and showering, suggesting she was unprepared. Her reaching hand is meant to create sympathy from the audience as it seems she is about to be killed.
The document describes an outfit chosen for a main character to wear that represents how a typical London teenager dresses. It discusses selecting clothing for a character that fits within the style and fashion of teenagers in London. The outfit choice was made to portray a realistic and accurate depiction of dress for teenagers in that location.
In 3 sentences:
The document discusses the author's independent research for their A Level media studies course, including research into film directors, film history, and media theory. It notes they will present on their transition from AS to A2, what they have been doing for their exam percentage, and how their short film presents social groups. It also states they have decided to leave their original group "Ulysses" and join the group working on "The Wolf of Wall Street" instead, putting their needs first.
The document analyzes the opening sequences of four thriller films - Super 8, The Roommate, House at the End of the Street, and Tresspass - based on their use of conventions. For Super 8, the opening sparks curiosity about an accident and sets a mysterious winter scene. The Roommate uses a dark background and point-of-view shot to seem spooky and introduce the protagonist. House at the End of the Street builds tension through its music, imagery of a boat and bright light, and focus on a girl's eye. Tresspass establishes danger through a car driving fast through woodland and showing the mysterious protagonist carrying a briefcase. Overall, the document examines how the openings set tones of mystery, susp
The document analyzes the opening scene of the film Seven. It discusses how the camera work, sound, mise-en-scene, and editing are used to establish the two main characters - Detective Somerset and Detective Mills. Through tracking shots and a crab walk, the camera emphasizes Somerset and Mills' important introductory conversation. Diegetic sounds portray the busy city environment while minimal music establishes a thrilling tone. Mise-en-scene reveals Somerset as a tidy, lonely man through his small apartment, while Mills is shown as sloppy and arrogant in appearance. Crosscutting during the murder scene hints that Somerset's colleagues dislike him. Overall, the opening engages viewers with its contrasting characters and introduction of a possible
The document analyzes the opening film techniques used in the horror movie "Scream". It discusses the main title sequence using white text that turns red, representing ghosts and danger. It also mentions a tracking shot when the character is communicating with the villain to build tension. Medium shots are used when the character answers the phone to show confidence. High angle shots make the tied up character seem powerless. Dark exterior settings and reaction shots are employed to create an atmosphere of danger and suspense. Non-diegetic sounds like screaming and a phone ringing increase tension. The narrative establishes Sidney as the heroine hunted by the villain Ghost Face in her hometown, leaving the viewer with questions.
This document contains analyses of several shots from the film Psycho and how they establish mood and character through mise-en-scene. Shots include a low-angled medium shot of a police officer where barriers like glasses hide his identity and dark uniform suggest dominance. A close-up of a woman in a dark car makes her seem trapped as a victim. An extreme close-up of a man's eye with light reflecting in it shows intensity and makes the audience wonder what he is looking at.
This document provides an analysis of the conventions and techniques used in the 1960 film Psycho. It summarizes that Psycho set the classic conventions of the thriller genre by taking place in a remote isolated location away from the city. It introduces a pretty blonde woman as the likely first victim and features murders at night during rainy miserable weather. The opening music establishes an unsettling tone. Titles use the date without a year to make the events feel like they could happen at any time. Camera techniques like panning and close-up shots create unease and a sense of voyeurism. Costuming is used to signify the main character Marion Crane's shifting innocence and doomed fate.
The marketing process for Toy Story 3 involved various methods including posters, trailers, an online presence, cross-promotions, and media/publicity efforts. Posters introduced returning characters and new ones. Trailers provided hints about the storyline while growing anticipation. The official website contained character information, games, and clips. Cross-promotions included partnerships with stores and brands. Media appearances and campus screenings of cliffhanger clips helped generate buzz.
The document analyzes Alfred Hitchcock's use of camera techniques and editing to create suspense and horror in the famous shower scene from Psycho. It notes that Hitchcock uses close-up shots and zooming on the curtain and Marion's hand to build tension. He also uses sound design and editing with quick cuts between shots to depict what is happening. Some shots are from Marion's point of view to involve the audience directly in the attack. Killing Marion Crane so early in the film leaves the audience wondering what will happen next and makes the story more intriguing.
This document discusses how the concept of "Britishness" is represented in films produced by Working Title from the 1980s to 2000s. It analyzes how their films portrayed Britishness through representations of minorities in the 1980s, exporting an image of Britishness through romantic comedies in the 1990s, and portraying heritage and history in period films of the 2000s. Specific films like My Beautiful Laundrette, Notting Hill, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Atonement, and Hot Fuzz are examined in terms of how they portrayed British identity, values, class, location, and history in relation to the social and political contexts of their eras.
The 9 shot analysis summarizes key shots from the film Psycho:
1) The opening title sequence contrasts white letters on a black background to immediately create impact and set up opposing themes.
2) An establishing shot of a crowded city is unusual for a thriller and leads us to anticipate where the "psycho" may appear.
3) A high angle shot reveals Marion stealing money in a bathroom, making the audience feel like intruders in her vulnerable situation.
4) A medium close up shows Marion's worried expression as her boss suspects her theft, showing her apprehension and concern about being caught.
5) A nighttime shot of an isolated house in the rain establishes the
The document provides an analysis of the opening sequence of the film "Seven". It discusses the use of various cinematic techniques like camerawork, mise-en-scene, lighting, editing, sound, and iconography. Camerawork uses aerial shots and extreme close-ups. Mise-en-scene features black and white colors representing good and evil. Lighting uses low key lighting to create a dark atmosphere. Editing includes jump cuts and flashing lights to create confusion. Sound uses diegetic and non-diegetic elements to unsettle the audience. Iconography shows blood symbolizing danger for characters.
The opening sequence for a film was shot over two days but took five additional weeks to fully edit the footage into the final sequence. The opening scene required extensive editing even though the filming only took place over two days of shooting. In under three sentences, this summary conveys that the opening film sequence involved two days of shooting but a much longer editing process to assemble the filmed material.
1) The opening sequence uses a montage of mysterious close-up shots with ominous music to create tension and mystery about the unidentified character and their suspicious activities.
2) Dark, low-key lighting and a variety of unsettling sounds are used to emphasize the thriller genre and give an uneasy tone.
3) Clues through props of files, papers, and developing photos hint that the character is conducting a secretive investigation, further heightening the audience's anxiety and confusion about the narrative.
This document analyzes four psychological thriller films: Flightplan (2005) directed by Robert Schwentke, Mystic River (2003) directed by Clint Eastwood, Memento (2000) directed by Christopher Nolan, and The Silence of the Lambs (1991) directed by Jonathan Demme. The document provides the director, year, and certificate rating for each film.
The group created a title sequence inspired by the film Se7en but received feedback that it lacked direction. They presented the production company first followed by the title as is conventional. They ended with phrases like "She says no" but received feedback that audiences did not understand them. The group learned the importance of title ordering from teacher feedback and examples like Cape Fear, and decided to follow conventions while potentially challenging the placement of the title at the end.
The Impact of Work Stress and Digital Literacy on Employee Performance at PT ...AJHSSR Journal
ABSTRACT :This research aims to analyze the correlation between employee work stress and digital literacy
with employee performance at PT Telkom Akses Area Cirebon, both concurrently and partially. Employing a
quantitative approach, the study's objectives are descriptive and causal, adopting a positivist paradigm with a
deductive approach to theory development and a survey research strategy. Findings reveal that work stress
negatively and significantly impacts employee performance, while digital literacy positively and significantly
affects it. Simultaneously, work stress and digital literacy have a positive and significant influence on employee
performance. It is anticipated that company management will devise workload management strategies to
alleviate work stress and assess the implementation of more efficient digital technology to enhance employee
performance.
KEYWORDS -digital literacy, employee performance,job stress, multiple regression analysis, workload
management
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STUDY ON THE DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY OF HUZHOU TOURISMAJHSSR Journal
ABSTRACT: Huzhou has rich tourism resources, as early as a considerable development since the reform and
opening up, especially in recent years, Huzhou tourism has ushered in a new period of development
opportunities. At present, Huzhou tourism has become one of the most characteristic tourist cities on the East
China tourism line. With the development of Huzhou City, the tourism industry has been further improved, and
the tourism degree of the whole city has further increased the transformation and upgrading of the tourism
industry. However, the development of tourism in Huzhou City still lags far behind the tourism development of
major cities in East China. This round of research mainly analyzes the current development of tourism in
Huzhou City, on the basis of analyzing the specific situation, pointed out that the current development of
Huzhou tourism problems, and then analyzes these problems one by one, and put forward some specific
solutions, so as to promote the further rapid development of tourism in Huzhou City.
KEYWORDS:Huzhou; Travel; Development
Factors affecting undergraduate students’ motivation at a university in Tra VinhAJHSSR Journal
ABSTRACT: Motivation plays an important role in foreign language learning process. This study aimed to
investigate student’s motivation patterns towards English language learning at a University in Tra Vinh, and factors
affecting their motivation change toward English language learning of non-English-major students in the semester.
The researcher used semi-structured interview at the first phase of choosing the participants and writing reflection
through the instrument called “My English Learning Motivation History” adapted from Sawyer (2007) to collect
qualitative data within 15 weeks. The participants consisted of nine first year non-English-major students who learning
General English at pre-intermediate level. They were chosen and divided into three groups of three members each
(high motivation group; average motivation group; and low motivation group). The results of the present study
identified six visual motivation patterns of three groups of students with different motivation fluctuation, through the
use of cluster analysis. The study also indicated a diversity of factors affecting students’ motivation involving internal
factors as influencing factors (cognitive, psychology, and emotion) and external factors as social factors (instructor,
peers, family, and learning environment) during English language learning in a period of 15 weeks. The findings of
the study helped teacher understand relationship of motivation change and its influential factors. Furthermore, the
findings also inspired next research about motivation development in learning English process.
KEY WORDS: language learning motivation, motivation change, motivation patterns, influential factors, students’
motivation.