Category: Cinema

There is no universally accepted definition of mise-en-scene. People engaged in film production do not agree on different concepts the term might hold. In the most general sense, it denotes the design aspects of film production. The term was first used by Les Cahiers du Cinéma, an influential French film journal, in the 1950s with…

Table of Contents Introduction Moral ambiance in films by Kieslowski The Double Life of Veronique Summary References Introduction Krzysztof Kieslowski is one of the most unique and outstanding filmmakers of the XX century who concentrates on themes of memory and survival related to Jesus Christ and universal values of existence. In A Short Film About…

The movie Alien, a science fiction horror film directed by Ridley Scott and written by Dan O’Bannon, revolves around the concept of putting humanity first and views everything from a human viewpoint, which is, in retrospect, a wrong mindset. However, the issue of alien life should be reviewed from a more academic perspective. In order…

Hotel Rwanda is an interesting and well-told story that compels people to watch it. It is set in Rwanda’s capital city Kigali, during a time when the infamous Rwanda genocide took place. The film revolves around the unbelievable Paul Rusesabagina’s real story, an assistant manager at Milles Collines Hotel. Using a combination of wit, bribery,…

Table of Contents Introduction Box Office Success and Critic Response Awards, Nominations, and Reception Personal Opinion Sound, Effects, and Cinematography Conclusion References Introduction The early beginnings of 1982’s E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial can be found in various projects that Steven Spielberg was unable to immediately realize. Just after the release of Close Encounters of the Third…

Table of Contents Introduction Brief Summary The Use of Scenery, Color, and Music in Story of a Puppet Characters and Motivations in Story of a Puppet Conclusion References Introduction Soviet films and animation always had a particular style unique to the Russian school of cinematography. Due to the political nature of filmmaking, the history of…

Table of Contents Body Image and Sexual Identity Peer Relations and School Issues Marcia’s Identity Crisis Parent-Adolescent Relationship Conclusion Mean Girl is a popular movie for adolescents of a comedy genre. It is a story of a young girl Cady who has spent her childhood being home-schooled in Africa. She comes back to the USA…

Table of Contents How a culture of the time affected the film How the film influenced contemporary filmmaking Conclusion Work Cited The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant showcases an intellectual sensation where sexuality blossoms to propel Werner Fassbinder work. The stylish cinematographic narration offers the film a sense of illustrious activity based on creativity.…

Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion Work Cited Introduction Culture refers to people’s way of life and includes things such as beliefs, art, norms, values, and attitudes that are held dearly by people. Art is very important in every culture because it is a source of entertainment. Moreover, art is one of the many ways…

Table of Contents Introduction Plot Decision Models Dialogue Conclusion References Introduction The movie “Twelve Angry Men” is considered one of the best court dramas in the history of world cinema. It is a story about making the correct decision and the ability to reflect. A New York court is hearing the case of an 18-year-old…