gattaca film techniques essay

A studious young man, an open book these two images swirl around the screen in a kaleidoscope effect, this was the introductory scene of "Good Will Hunting." This scene is followed by Ben Afflick, knocking on Will's door, when Will comes out a credit rolls by that says, "screenplay written by Ben Afflick and Matt Damon," just as the two walk side by side. This shows how perfectly the makers of this movie have everything timed, down to the credits. Also, the timing shows when the

The Thematic Intentions of Sunset Boulevard      The film Sunset Boulevard directed by Billy Wilder and staring the main characters of Norma Desmond, Joe Gillis, and Max Von Mayerling is ideal example of how important film making techniques help depict a movie’s core theme intentions with vivid clarity. Classic Hollywood is the first thing that comes to mind when one speaks about this film’s style. This signature category combined with the visual style of realism and it’s

choose? Will you choose to take a risk and stand out? Or doubt yourself and conform to society’s norms? Or will you even have a choice. Good morning Year 11, I was asked to join you here today to discuss conformity and its presence in the brilliant film; “Not Without My Daughter”, directed by Brain Gilbert. The movie was adapted from the true story based on Betty Mahmoody’s experience. The plot pivots on a sinister manipulation: Iranian-American husband “Moody”, convinces his American wife, Betty

In the movie “Whale Rider” directed by Niki Caro, many important objects are used to foreshadow the later events involving protagonist Paikea Apirana, a young girl forbidden by tradition to become the chief of her tribe. Although the outcome of the film seems quite unprecedented at first, Director Caro conceals many clues regarding the ending for the audience to discover. She does this through the use of camera angles, dialogue and props, notably through the use of the rope, the Taiaha and the Rei

for being a thief. The scene cuts to him driving at night, when he pulls over at the scene of a crash where the police are trying to save the woman stuck in her on fire vehicle. A van pulls up next to Louis’ car and two guys run out with cameras to film the police call. After they were done filming the main camera man, Joe, calls a news station where he sells his clips, and Louis overhears this. Being a conman himself he starts talking prices with Joe, setting the mood for the next scene. In the next

Singin’ in the Rain is a charming, film musical about two silent-film actors, a pianist, and a chorus girl, tackling the transition from silent films to talking films in 1920’s Hollywood. With talking films on the rise, this group must conjure up a way to save their latest silent film before The Jazz Singer and “talkies” take over and shut them down. This movie is one of the most beloved, classic films of all time. This film, co-directed by the leading male, Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen, follows

In the film Bourne Ultimatum, the above link is a “chase” sequence. Personally, I felt this film wasn’t terrible, but there were bad sequences, especially the sequence I analyzed. This whole movie had shaky hand held shots, specifically in the sequence I analyzed. I understand war movies, and action movies are “allowed” to use shaky hand held shots, but it was shaky the entire sequence, and it wasn’t necessary for certain shots. Along with that, there were a few composition shots but everything

directed by Wayne Blair is a 2012 Australian musical comedy-drama based on a true story. The film is written by Keith Thompson and Tony Briggs, staring Jessica Mauboy, Deborah Mailman, Shari Sebbens, Miranda Tapselland and Chris O'Dowd. The film was based on a true story exploring the themes of family, courage and race identity. Wayne Blair explored these themes by using various techniques throughout the film to have an effect on the audience. Three Aboriginal sisters, Gail, Cynthia and Julie living

You know when you go to the movies and you see a great film, it wasn’t just like that. There is a long process to make a film. There is one person that has the most responsibility in make a film and that is the director. He plays an important role because he is not just telling people what to do and make sure that they’re doing their job. The director has to set up the film and while shooting it, he has to get the film to be perfect. The director also has to find the actors, do a shot list, and

Cinema show that they are involved with this film. Moreover, the words “From the true files of Ed and Lorraine Warren” and “The most documentary case in paranormal history” give information to the audiences about the true element of this film. Then again, frightening words like “discover the truth” “behind the event” and “that shocked the world” is on view to add more frightening information into the audiences’ minds. In the same way, the title of the film “The Conjuring 2” and the date “On June 10th”