2. The shot of the first scene is a close up and an extreme close up of
different shots throughout the title sequence which give empathises and
detail and also key information.
POSITIONING
3. The lighting is dim with shadows which symbolises the secrecy and
importance of the mission which also reflects on the thriller genre to
create suspense. When the air hostess offers Mr.Phelps a video she is in
darkness whereas he is in more light almost like a spot light to show
that he has got a high status/authority which links to the thriller genre
to create a sense on mystery.
LIGHTING
4. The acting of Mr.Phelps is calm and relaxed which portrays him as a
serious character. This links to the sub genre of the movie and adds
tension.
ACTING
5. Mr.Phelps is wearing a suit which matches the genre of the spy thriller.
The suit also gives him a sense of importance and shows he has a high
status.
COSTUME, HAIR AND MAKEUP
6. Mr.Phelps has a serious expression to show that he is dealing with an
important situation. He is also quite collected which shows that this
isn't the first time that he’s had a mission like this which is shown
through the fact he keeps the same expression through the whole video.
EXPRESSION
7. The scene is set on a plane where Mr.Phelps is sitting in first class to
give him a sense of power and to show he has money. The fact that the
tape self destructs adds to the mystery of the genre.
SETTING AND PROPS
