Mise En Scene

FACIAL EXPRESSIONS AND BODY LANGUAGE

The character on the left (Jude Law) identifies as a man who  is trying to think hard about something, as he looks as though he is staring. However, the man on the right (Robert Downey Jr) is showing signs of worry. He appears to have his head slanted, serious face, which both highlight ideas that he is worried about something.

In the second image. the person on the phone appears to be having a serious conversation, as he isn't showing obvious emotions. Although, the man above him, seems to be pre-occupied. His eyes are drawn to something else across the room, suggesting he isn't focusing on the other man, but instead is interesting or startled by something else which is in the room.

The man in the middle has his hands on his hips, which often signifies a demanding attitude. He may be thinking he is above everyone else, as he is dressed slightly differently from the other soldiers-telling us he may be in charge. He may think he is proud of himself. This leads us to believe the men either side of him are nervous around him. Their eye-lines are towards the ground, so they clearly don't want to look up, which could inform us they are feeling judged and are intimidated.

POSITIONING

This first image suggests this film is about two characters with a love-hate relationship. They are positioned on opposite ends of the sofa, which could indicate they have perhaps had an argument or disagreement. Therefore, we may believe that this film is about a couple who try to resolve this problem, where they find it hard to get along. 

In this image, we are presented with the positioning of wood, rope and chains. Our first initial thought may suggests this film is set on a boat. We often associate planks of wood and rope as parts of a boat, or objects which are often found lying around in this setting. This further highlights this film may be set out at sea, or at least a part of the film features a similar setting.

The positioning of the characters in image three present us with ideas of it being an action or Sci-Fi film. The objects the characters are holding are gun-like, but are not of the 'norm' we often see in films. These characters are seen holding them up next to each other, and are big objects-a way of telling us could be a Sci-Fi film. Also, the characters close positioning suggests they may have a close relationship in the film.

When we are presented with this film poster, we are immediately drawn to the figure positioned in the centre. It suggests they are the main character in the film and that we will be following their life throughout the film. Also, the positioning of the orange light in the background connoted ideas of fire. This could help us understand the film may feature acts of violence or war, or where something horrific happens in the film.

The shades of brown can often relate to vintage settings. The gold colours that are also featured, further indicate this film is set in a rich house-or mansion. The colour of the characters clothes and the fashion itself are not modern. The female is dressed in dull looking colours, whilst the man is in a black and white suit.This shows us it may be a film set in the early 1900s. 

A) High Key lighting

B) Low Key lighting

C) High Key lighting

D) Low Key lighting

E) Low Key lighting

F) High Key lighting

KEY/FILLER/BACK LIGHTS

Type of lighting=Low Key

The key light is the lamp, the filler light is the light reflecting from the walls and the back light is coming in through the window.

The back light may create suspicion, as we are left to question what could be outside, because the light signifies it as being important. The key light draws our attention to the brightness of the lamp and its surrounding areas, which is the man face in the mirror. This is our focus point.


Type of lighting= Low Key

The key light is coming from the mans shirt, the filler light is the pavement beneath him, whilst the back light is shown behind the car.

The back light makes us think that there is something behind the car, creating a mystery element. Even though this scene is set at night, the lighting is used to allow us to see the rain. Because we know it is raining, it creates misery and also confusion or worry,       as we are unsure of why the man is just standing in the rain.



Type of lighting used=High Key

The key light is the lighting shown on the door, the filler light is the light focusing on the men, and the back light is coming from behind the door.

Because the key light is positioned a certain way, it automatically sends our eyes to that area, which happens to be where a woman is also placed. This could lead us to believe she is of great significance, as the golden glow behind her creates imagery of high status.



Type of lighting used=Low Key

The key light is the light hanging down, the filler light is the lamp on the table, and the back light is coming from the windows.

The light hanging from the ceiling impels our attention towards the red colour positioned beneath. The red colour connotes ideas of love and considering it is in a heart shape, reinforces this notion of romance. Because everything else in the room is dim-lit, it suggests that love is a strong force.