ISP Week 17: Recap questions and Hollywood research

Week 17 ISP: Pan’s Labyrinth and British film questions. Explore the use of performance in ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ (10 marks)- Pale man sequence  In terms of performance within the Pale man sequence of Pan’s labyrinth, the pale man is presented as a repulsive and intimidating character as we see him take in a deep breath afterContinue reading “ISP Week 17: Recap questions and Hollywood research”

Michael Curtiz- director of Casablanca

An introduction to Michael Curtiz- Director of Casablanca Auteur signature: Dolly Snappy dialogue Shadows- German expressionism Theme of moral rehabilitation Curtiz as a director: (notes) Excellent performances director- strong performances (star maker) and snappy dialogue European experience- Hungary, France, Germany Influenced by German expressionism Wide range of genres Exacting standards- high detail in planning FrequentContinue reading “Michael Curtiz- director of Casablanca”

ISP Week 15: Introduction to Classic Hollywood

 Week 15 ISP: Introduction to Hollywood 1930-1960: Auteur Director vs Hollywood Studio system: The Auteur theory- Reflects a director’s creative style or vision, including reoccurring themes, and visual effects, in this case the director is also known as the author of the film. Characteristics of the Auteur Theory include: (these all revolve around aesthetics) RecognisableContinue reading “ISP Week 15: Introduction to Classic Hollywood”

ISP Week 14: Compare Under the skin and Moon

Week 14: ISP- Compare Under the skin and Moon Make a list comparing and contrasting the film language, representation, narrative structure and ideological references/ideas between the opening, key scene and ending of ‘Moon’ and ‘Under the Skin’.  Narrative: Montage Editing– Both Under the Skin and Moon use montage editing to show a sense of chaos and buildContinue reading “ISP Week 14: Compare Under the skin and Moon”

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