Witness, Harrison Ford, 1985
-Paramount pictures
-Witness (slanted)
-Creepy, slow music
-Opens with a landscape, grass swaying
-Music changes, trumpet (instrument) comes in
-People walking across the field
-Horse and carriage (suited for era)
-People walking up, we gradually see their faces
-Music fades as we hear the sound of horses trotting
-People are crying, looking upset
-Dressed very outmoded
-Enigma, mystery making
-People in black (represents funeral0
-Suspense and mystery
-Electronic music, spacey feel
-Introduce Armesh
-Titles over action
-Trend followed by this
-Not dramatic
Departed, 2006
-Boston (some years ago)
-Fighting
-Deep NYC accent talk over
-Man manipulates kid
-Church
-Western music
-Gunshot (no build up)
-Only 3/4 titles (very quick)
-Low key lighting
-Comical, no ethical dilemma
-Encourage small boy into crime
-Sense of brutally shocking the audience
Children of Men, 2006
-Title
-Voiceover (can't see)
-Picture appears from a television
-Futuristic
-In London
-Bomb (at the beginning to jolt the audience)
Friday, 18 March 2011
Wednesday, 16 March 2011
Tuesday, 15 March 2011
Examples of The British Board of Film Classifications
A good example of a 'U' rated movie is Shrek 2, this movie is rated 'U' because it is perfect for children of all ages, it is funny, easy to follow, imaginative, and it is also fun for all the family to watch. Shrek 2 contains very mild language, and mild comic fight scenes, however, as it is animated it is less scary for young children. Here is a movie trailer for Shrek 2:
A good example for a 'PG' rated movie is School of Rock, this movie is rated 'PG' because it contains mild language and sex references. This movie is okay for general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. It is recommended that children under the age of 12 watch this with parental supervision. Here is a movie trailer for The School of Rock:
A good example of a '12/12A' rated movie is The Titanic, this is a classic movie that is very popular and well known. This movie is suitable for persons 12 years and over because it contains disaster related peril and violence, nudity, sensuality and brief language. Here is a movie trailer of The Titanic: 
A good example of a '15' rated movie is The Girl Next Door, this movie is suitable for only persons 15 years and over because it contains strong language and sex references. Here is a movie trailer for The Girl Next Door:
A good example of a movie that is suitable for persons of 18 years and over is the thriller movie Taken, this is only suitable for adults because it contains strong violence and extended scene of torture. Here is a movie trailer of Taken:
*I got this information from going to blockbusters movie rental, and watching those 5 movies, and then making notes on why they would have this particular rating. I got the movie trailers from youtube.
Thursday, 3 February 2011
Beginning of Vertigo- 1958, Alfred Hitchock
Vertigo- 1958This movie is an American psychological thriller, it was directed by Alfred Hitchock, who is known for being the 'master of suspense'. Vertigo stars James Stewart, Kim Novak and Barbara Bel Geddes The film was written by Alec Coppel and Samuel A. Taylor, based on a novel by Boileau-Narcejac. A retired police detective, who has acrophobia, is hired as a private investigator to follow the wife of an acquaintance to uncover the mystery of her peculiar behavior. The film received mixed reviews upon initial release, but has garnered much acclaim since then and is now frequently ranked among the greatest films ever made, and often cited as a classic Hitchcock film and one of the defining works of his career.
The opening sequence begins with an extreme close up of a girl's lips, to make it seem eerie she is wearing very dark lipstick. The camera moves up to show one of her eyes. The music is dramatic and very significant in this particular opening sequence. As the titles come up the music changes, and when the titles disappear the music goes back to how it was, this is to jolt and frighten the audience. When the words 'Alfred Hitchock' appear, her eyes change to red, this signifies malice, anger and blood. The title of the movie 'Vertigo' becomes visible out of her eye. The opening sequence then jumps from a creepy and tensional opening to an action opening where there are men jumping from roofs to roofs at extreme heights at night-time, there is then a thunderous gun-shot noise. The men are risking their lives, jumping from roof to roof at soaring heights. Right at the beginning of the movie, the title is already explained, as the meaning of the word 'Vertigo' is to have a fear of heights. So, Alfred Hitchock has done a fantastic opening sequence, by merging the idea of suspense and action together.
The opening sequence begins with an extreme close up of a girl's lips, to make it seem eerie she is wearing very dark lipstick. The camera moves up to show one of her eyes. The music is dramatic and very significant in this particular opening sequence. As the titles come up the music changes, and when the titles disappear the music goes back to how it was, this is to jolt and frighten the audience. When the words 'Alfred Hitchock' appear, her eyes change to red, this signifies malice, anger and blood. The title of the movie 'Vertigo' becomes visible out of her eye. The opening sequence then jumps from a creepy and tensional opening to an action opening where there are men jumping from roofs to roofs at extreme heights at night-time, there is then a thunderous gun-shot noise. The men are risking their lives, jumping from roof to roof at soaring heights. Right at the beginning of the movie, the title is already explained, as the meaning of the word 'Vertigo' is to have a fear of heights. So, Alfred Hitchock has done a fantastic opening sequence, by merging the idea of suspense and action together.
generic conventions of thriller movies
Thriller: Generic conventions
Lighting:
Dark/noir lighting:
• To place the audience in the same position as the characters
• Evil
• Uncertainty and confusion
• Mystery/enigma
• Suspense
• The idea of nightmare
Chiaroscuro lighting:
• Extreme light on dark
• Reinforces sense of nightmare
• Illusion
• Its aesthetically pleasing
Ambient and non-ambient
• Natural and artificial lighting
Sound:
Diegetic sound:
• Sound within the mise-en-scene
• The characters can hear it
• Helps to put the audience in the character’s position
Non-diegetic sound
• Sound added afterwards
• The character can’t hear it
• Can be the added soundtrack
Lighting:
Dark/noir lighting:
• To place the audience in the same position as the characters
• Evil
• Uncertainty and confusion
• Mystery/enigma
• Suspense
• The idea of nightmare
Chiaroscuro lighting:
• Extreme light on dark
• Reinforces sense of nightmare
• Illusion
• Its aesthetically pleasing
Ambient and non-ambient
• Natural and artificial lighting
Sound:
Diegetic sound:
• Sound within the mise-en-scene
• The characters can hear it
• Helps to put the audience in the character’s position
Non-diegetic sound
• Sound added afterwards
• The character can’t hear it
• Can be the added soundtrack
Monday, 24 January 2011
Film Classification Guidelines
Universal-suitable for all
It is almost impossible to predict what might distress any particular child, however; a film which is rated 'U' should be suitable for all audiences aged four years and over.
In a 'U' rated movie there no references to illegal drugs, unless they are very infrequent and innocuous. If there is any horror in a 'U' it should be very mild, and unlikely to cause anxiety to young children. There is no imitable behaviour, which young children are likely to copy or get ideas from. There is no use of bad language, and if there is, it is extremely mild and infrequent. A 'U' would only include very occasional natural nudity, with no sexual contact. A universal movie would not include strong 'sex scenes', it would possibly include mild sexual behaviour, i.e kissing. Themes must be sensitive and appropriate for young children to watch. In a 'U' the violence is very mild, there could possibly be a mild threat or something moderate like that.
PG- Parental guidance
Parental Guidance is general viewing, nevertheless; some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. Children ages eight or older should not be disturbed by a movie that is rated 'PG', parents or guardians are advised to accompany young children whilst watching a 'PG' rated movie.
Discriminatory language or behaviour is very unlikely to be acceptable in a 'PG' rated movie, unless it is clearly disapproved of, in a, educational or historical context. References to illegal drugs or drug misuse must be harmless or carry a suitable anti-drug message. Alarming or frightening sequences should not be prolonged or intense. A 'PG' does not carry out any detail of potentially dangerous behaviour, which young children are likely to copy. The use of bad language in a 'PG' is extremely mild. The nudity is natural, with absolutely not sexual context. Any sort of sexual activity is discreet and infrequent, a 'PG' only embraces mild sex references. If the 'PG' rated movie includes serious and pressing issues, nothing in their treatment should accept unacceptable behaviour. Very moderate violence, without much detail, may be allowed, if justified by its context.
'12A'/'12'- Suitable For 12 Years and Over
The '12A' category exists for cinema films only, if accompanied by an adult children under the age of 12 can watch a '12A' although it is not recommended. Children below the age of 12 can not watch a '12A' film without an adult.
The '12' category exists only for video works, children under the age of 12 can not buy or rent a '12' rated video or DVD.
Discriminatory behaviour or language must not be supported by the work as a whole. Any kind of misuse of drugs must be infrequent and should not be glamorised or encouraged. Moderate or reasonable physical and psychological threat may be permitted, provided that discomforting clips are not regular or continuous. Easily accessible weapons should not be glamorised, and dangerous behaviour, i.e suicide, should not be preoccupied on detail which could potentially be copied. Very strong language should be very infrequent, however; moderate and light swear words are acceptable. Nudity is allowed, but in sexual context it must be brief and subtle. Sexual references or sexual activity may be briefly and discreetly portrayed. Mature themes are acceptable within reason, as they must be suitable for young teenagers. Very light and moderate violence is allowed, but should not dwell on detail.
'15'- Suitable Only For 15 Years and Over
No one under the age of 15 can watch a '15' in cinemas, or buy or rent a '15' rated video. A '15' rated film must not endorse discriminatory language or behaviour. Drug taking may be displayed, but the film as a whole must not be promote drug misuse. Strong threat or danger may be shown, unless if it is sadistic or sexualised. Easily accessible weapons must not be nurtured, and dangerous behaviour should not dwell on detail which could be copied. Very strong language can be frequent, the strongest terms are acceptable if it is used in context and moderation. Nudity is acceptable in a sexual context but without strong detail, and sexual activity may be shown without strong detail. No theme is unacceptable, provided that the treatment is suitable for 15 year old children. Violence may be strong, but should not dwell on the infliction of pain or injury, very strong gory images are questionable, and unlikely to be acceptable.
'18'- Suitable For Adults Only
Children under the age of 18 are not allowed to see an '18' in cinemas, they are also not allowed to rent or buy an '18'. The Human Rights Act 1998, at '18' the BBFC's guideline concerns will not normally override the principle that adults should be free to choose their own entertainment, exceptions are most likely in the following areas: Where material is in breach of the criminal law, or has been created through the commissions of a criminal offence. Where material or treatment appears to the BBFC to risk harm to individuals or, through their behaviour, to society. Where there are more explicit images of sexual activity which cannot be justified by context.
*I got this information from using google search engine.
Universal-suitable for allIt is almost impossible to predict what might distress any particular child, however; a film which is rated 'U' should be suitable for all audiences aged four years and over.
In a 'U' rated movie there no references to illegal drugs, unless they are very infrequent and innocuous. If there is any horror in a 'U' it should be very mild, and unlikely to cause anxiety to young children. There is no imitable behaviour, which young children are likely to copy or get ideas from. There is no use of bad language, and if there is, it is extremely mild and infrequent. A 'U' would only include very occasional natural nudity, with no sexual contact. A universal movie would not include strong 'sex scenes', it would possibly include mild sexual behaviour, i.e kissing. Themes must be sensitive and appropriate for young children to watch. In a 'U' the violence is very mild, there could possibly be a mild threat or something moderate like that.
PG- Parental guidance Parental Guidance is general viewing, nevertheless; some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. Children ages eight or older should not be disturbed by a movie that is rated 'PG', parents or guardians are advised to accompany young children whilst watching a 'PG' rated movie.
Discriminatory language or behaviour is very unlikely to be acceptable in a 'PG' rated movie, unless it is clearly disapproved of, in a, educational or historical context. References to illegal drugs or drug misuse must be harmless or carry a suitable anti-drug message. Alarming or frightening sequences should not be prolonged or intense. A 'PG' does not carry out any detail of potentially dangerous behaviour, which young children are likely to copy. The use of bad language in a 'PG' is extremely mild. The nudity is natural, with absolutely not sexual context. Any sort of sexual activity is discreet and infrequent, a 'PG' only embraces mild sex references. If the 'PG' rated movie includes serious and pressing issues, nothing in their treatment should accept unacceptable behaviour. Very moderate violence, without much detail, may be allowed, if justified by its context.
'12A'/'12'- Suitable For 12 Years and Over
The '12A' category exists for cinema films only, if accompanied by an adult children under the age of 12 can watch a '12A' although it is not recommended. Children below the age of 12 can not watch a '12A' film without an adult.
The '12' category exists only for video works, children under the age of 12 can not buy or rent a '12' rated video or DVD.
Discriminatory behaviour or language must not be supported by the work as a whole. Any kind of misuse of drugs must be infrequent and should not be glamorised or encouraged. Moderate or reasonable physical and psychological threat may be permitted, provided that discomforting clips are not regular or continuous. Easily accessible weapons should not be glamorised, and dangerous behaviour, i.e suicide, should not be preoccupied on detail which could potentially be copied. Very strong language should be very infrequent, however; moderate and light swear words are acceptable. Nudity is allowed, but in sexual context it must be brief and subtle. Sexual references or sexual activity may be briefly and discreetly portrayed. Mature themes are acceptable within reason, as they must be suitable for young teenagers. Very light and moderate violence is allowed, but should not dwell on detail.
'15'- Suitable Only For 15 Years and Over No one under the age of 15 can watch a '15' in cinemas, or buy or rent a '15' rated video. A '15' rated film must not endorse discriminatory language or behaviour. Drug taking may be displayed, but the film as a whole must not be promote drug misuse. Strong threat or danger may be shown, unless if it is sadistic or sexualised. Easily accessible weapons must not be nurtured, and dangerous behaviour should not dwell on detail which could be copied. Very strong language can be frequent, the strongest terms are acceptable if it is used in context and moderation. Nudity is acceptable in a sexual context but without strong detail, and sexual activity may be shown without strong detail. No theme is unacceptable, provided that the treatment is suitable for 15 year old children. Violence may be strong, but should not dwell on the infliction of pain or injury, very strong gory images are questionable, and unlikely to be acceptable.
'18'- Suitable For Adults OnlyChildren under the age of 18 are not allowed to see an '18' in cinemas, they are also not allowed to rent or buy an '18'. The Human Rights Act 1998, at '18' the BBFC's guideline concerns will not normally override the principle that adults should be free to choose their own entertainment, exceptions are most likely in the following areas: Where material is in breach of the criminal law, or has been created through the commissions of a criminal offence. Where material or treatment appears to the BBFC to risk harm to individuals or, through their behaviour, to society. Where there are more explicit images of sexual activity which cannot be justified by context.
*I got this information from using google search engine.
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