Tuesday 19 January 2010

Analysing previous projects

We analyzed group Q1-10's thriller opening 'August 13'




A variety of shot types and movements are used in this clip to make it fast paced and exciting e.g the tracking shot of the suited man running from the pursuers. This not only includes the marking criteria "use a variety of shot types" but also the "race against time" convention of the thriller genre.
This opening includes selective mise-en-scene through props and costume. The briefcase and suit relate to the thriller genre as well as adding a mysterious atmosphere. One of the pursuers is wearing sunglasses this is also commonly used in thriller films e.g The Matrix (1999).


August 13 uses varied and stereotypical thriller settings such as the bank and roof top.
The Music used incorperates low electric guitar riffs and drum beats which adds atmosphere and tension. This is also often used in thriller films.
This group has demonstrated the appropriate use of titles. This has been done by pausing on a frame of the actor and then cutting to a graphic featuring the actor's name.

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