Friday 24 September 2010

(2) VERTIGO

Vertigo- 1958

A build up of tension to the action of the film vertigo was made by music being played quite loudly. Non digetic sounds and ominous tones were also used to create a sense of mystery which is one key feature that a thriller must have.

A creation of fear/apprehension/anticipation/unsettling feelings/confusion and doubt over a character was all made by simple movements throughout the film. With the audience knowing that someone else is there that the characters don't no about creates a lot of fear for the viewers as they are circling over and over in their minds as to what will happen next. With the characters not knowing in the films, it makes the audience more anticipated as they are willing and trying to help although they know that it is just a film. This is when the audience really gets into the film and is eager to know whats going to happen next.

A dark, shadowy atmosphere which is created by lighting is used to create a sense of tension in the film. The lighting is changed to create a mood. When the light is natural and brightly coloured, then it gives us a sense of purity, happiness and daytime. When the lighting is dark, it suggests that its scary, nerve racking and in the evening. The establishing mood and atmoshere throughout the film is also shown through mise en scene.

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