Cinematography Evaluation - Casino Royale

Cinematography Evaluation:

Using only visual evidence in the provided sequence respond to the following:

What types of shots are used to convey the intended message in this scene?

Medium shots and long wide shots are all used to show action and violence. As well as high and low shots  which are used to show the character who is high (in power) compared to the character who is low (not in power).

How has framing been used to show or hide information to the audience; refer to specific elements and information.

Framing has been used to create the illusion of violence when in reality the characters aren’t really punching or hitting each other. Framing has also been used to show specific characters so whilst the camera is on that actor the other actors aren’t actually in the shot.

Describe how camera position has been used effectively? List some specific shots

Camera position has been used effectively when they are punching each other, because in order to make it look real the camera much position itself on a specific angle to make it look like it is actually happening.

What type of camera movement takes place and how does it enhance or detract from the shot?

The camera movement enhances the shot as it makes the actions look more realistic due to the different angles and levels of high and low for each character.

Does the cinematographer make specific use of underexposure  or overexposure to convey a message?

The cinematographer uses underexposure and overexposure to set various moods. For example underexposure would be used to create a dark, scary or mysterious scene.

Brazil Photos

1. Analyse each image using your knowledge of the elements of mise-en-scene. Describe what you think is taking place in each image and what you may be happening in this scene.

I think these images are taking place is outer space or some sort of world from the past. Juding from the title of the document in the first image which says ‘retrieval’ as well as disposal they might be searching for an item or someone who once held the item or owned it.