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    AS Film Studies Unit FM1: Mise en Scene

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    This document provides an introduction to the film technique of mise-en-scene, which refers to everything visible to the camera including settings, costumes, lighting, etc. It outlines the 5 main elements of mise-en-scene - settings and props, costumes, facial expressions and body language, positioning of characters/objects, and lighting and color. Each element is described in terms of how it communicates meaning and influences the audience's perceptions. Examples are given to illustrate different techniques and how they may be used to convey particular moods, meanings, or information about characters. The document aims to help readers understand and apply the concept of mise-en-scene when analyzing film extracts.

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    This document provides an introduction to the film technique of mise-en-scene, which refers to everything visible to the camera including settings, costumes, lighting, etc. It outlines the 5 main elements of mise-en-scene - settings and props, costumes, facial expressions and body language, positioning of characters/objects, and lighting and color. Each element is described in terms of how it communicates meaning and influences the audience's perceptions. Examples are given to illustrate different techniques and how they may be used to convey particular moods, meanings, or information about characters. The document aims to help readers understand and apply the concept of mise-en-scene when analyzing film extracts.

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    This document provides an introduction to the film technique of mise-en-scene, which refers to everything visible to the camera including settings, costumes, lighting, etc. It outlines the 5 main elements of mise-en-scene - settings and props, costumes, facial expressions and body language, positioning of characters/objects, and lighting and color. Each element is described in terms of how it communicates meaning and influences the audience's perceptions. Examples are given to illustrate different techniques and how they may be used to convey particular moods, meanings, or information about characters. The document aims to help readers understand and apply the concept of mise-en-scene when analyzing film extracts.

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    AS Film Studies Unit FM1

    Introduction to Film Language 1:

    Mise En Scene

    Session Aims
    By the end of the session you will be able to: Understand the concept of mise en scene Apply the concept to a film extract

    Definition: Mise En Scene


    A French term meaning what is put into a scene or frame Visual information in front of the camera Communicates essential information to the audience Made up of 5 elements: Can you guess what they are?

    The 5 Elements of Mise en Scene


    Settings & Props Costume, Hair & Make Up
    Each aspect of mise-enscene has hidden meanings within a film and sends signals to the audience about how we are supposed to feel at a certain point

    Facial Expressions & Body Language Lighting & Colour Positioning of characters/objects within the frame

    1. Settings & Props

    Settings & Locations play an important part in filmmaking and are not just backgrounds
    Sets are either built from scratch or a great deal of time is spent to find a setting which already exists Settings can manipulate an audience by building certain expectations and then taking a different turn (CLIP: Kill Bill) TASK: What settings and props you would find in: A Science Fiction Film A Romantic Comedy A Horror Film

    1. 2. 3.

    2. Costume, Hair & Make Up


    Costume, Hair & Make Up act as an instant indicator to us of a characters personality, status & job It tells us immediately whether the film is set in the present and what society/or culture it will centre around Certain costumes can signify certain individuals (i.e. black cloak of a vampire, Spideys Spiderman suit)

    3. Facial Expressions & Body Language


    Facial Expressions provide a clear indicator of how someone is feeling If someone is smiling broadly, we assume they are happy but we may get a different feeling if this is accompanied by scary music Body Language may also indicate how a character feels towards another character or may reflect the state of their relationship

    4. Positioning of Characters & Objects within a frame


    Positioning within a frame can draw our attention to an important character/object A film-maker can use positioning to indicate relationships between people TASK: What does the positioning in the following images reveal about the characters/film:

    IMAGE 1

    IMAGE 3

    IMAGE 4

    Colour
    Colour carries certain connotations which may add meaning to a scene (i.e. Red = Danger/Passion) Can give a scene a particular look, feel or mood Can be used for dramatic effect

    5. Lighting & Colour


    Lighting & Colour can be used to achieve a variety of effects:

    To highlight important characters or objects within the frame To make characters look mysterious by shading sections of the face & body To reflect a characters mental state/hidden emotions (i.e. bright = happy, dark = disturbed, strobe effect = confused

    Types of Lighting
    LOW KEY LIGHTING:
    Created by using only the key & back lights Produces sharp contrasts of light and dark areas Deep, distinct shadows/silhouettes are formed
    Example: Horror Films

    Types of Lighting
    HIGH KEY LIGHTING:
    More filler lights are used. Lighting is natural and realistic to our eyes Produces brightly lit sets or a sunny day (right)
    Example: Rom-Coms

    What types of lighting are used in the following images:


    A B C

    TASK: For each image, answer the following questions:


    1. What type of lighting is used in each image (High or Low Key)? 2. What effects/meanings does the lighting suggest?

    Analysing Mise en Scene

    BACK LIGHT

    FILLER LIGHTS

    KEY LIGHT

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