Trombone shot and Dolly Experiment

Trombone Shot Experiment

The Trombone shot, also known as a dolly shot is used in Television as it is a very effective shot in camera work. A dolly zoom is a cinematic technique in which the camera moves closer or further from the subject while simultaneously adjusting the zoom angle to keep the subject the same size in the frame. The effect is that the subject appears stationary while the background size changes

Here is a video showing us experimenting with the technique/s.

10 Successful Thrillers

10 Successful Thrillers:

1. Captain America: The winter soldier

Lifetime Gross = $259,766,572

Opening = $95,023,721

Date: 4/4/14

2.  Enemy of the state

Lifetime Gross = $111,549,836

Opening = $20,038,573

Date: 11/20/98

3. In the line of fire

Lifetime Gross = $102,314,823

Opening = $15,269,388

Date: 7/9/93

4. White House Down

Lifetime Gross = $73,103,784

Opening = $24,852,258

Date: 6/28/13

5. Vantage Point

Lifetime Gross = $72,266,306

Opening = $22,874,936

Date:2/22/08

6. JFK
Lifetime Gross = $70,405,498
Opening = $5,223,658
Date: 12/20/91

7. Murder at 1600
Lifetime Gross = $25,804,707
Opening = $7,962,268
Date: 4/18/97

8. Half moon street
Lifetime Gross = $1,131,399
Opening = n/a
Date: 9/26/86

9. Defence of the realm
Lifetime Gross = $750,000
Opening = 19,938
Date: 11/21/86

10. Deterrence
Lifetime Gross = $145,071
Opening = $23,318
Date: 3/10/00

Titles and Fonts

I chose this font because it it most relevant to the title for 'THE DARK KNIGHT RISES'. The title is in full capitals, with a large, bold look to it. It is Black which obviously links to batman himself (having a black costume).

This font was used in the opening credits for the thriller Hostage. I fond this font as it is a very good match for it. It is a very large font in full capitals. It shows texture as-well, an almost rough feel to it, which could set the mood of the film.

I chose this font from Dafont as I think its a good match for the original style font title. The font shows great texture and distorting effects which reflect on the type of movie it is.

The original vantage point title font is shown in the opening of the film. It is a very thin, and especially sharp font which could suggest danger to the audience. This is done to define the genre of the movie.

EVA's original font is thick, and rather futuristic looking. I chose this font as it is very similar to the normal one. It shows a big, bold appearance which relates it back to the movie itself.

North By Northwest - Opening Titles Analysis

North By Northwest - Opening Titles Analysis

This Is the opening scene for North By Northwest. It shows the Producers of the movie, whom of which are Metro Goldwyn Mayer.

This Is the first section of text which appears on screen during the opening credits

This screenshot shows the film title with the text lined up with the blue lines.

This screenshot shows the transition from the green background + blue lines to a large shiny building, with credits/text still across the building's structure.

This screenshot shows the first scene of 'North By Northwest'. It shows lot's of liveliness and busyness.

This scene again shows lots of activity. Which raises questions as to why everyone is in a rush. It still has credits on show for the movie's production.

This is the final screenshot during the credits, showing the directors name - Alfred Hitchcock.

Source Code - Opening Analysis

Source Code - Opening Analysis

This is the opening scene. It uses a close up shot to introduce the character and show his facial expressions.

This screenshot shows the use of an 'over shoulder' shot. This is used to give the viewer a feeling of POV (point of view) and immerse them in the conversation.

In this scene the camera is using a two-shot to capture both characters in conversation, focusing on both of them. It is done to keep all attention to the characters in the shot and their facial expressions.

In this screenshot, the camera uses an establishing camera shot in order to show the audience the environment and setting. It shows a lot of colour and light, perhaps suggesting a particular mood/vibe to the viewer.

This final screenshot is another close up of the main character. It is done to show his emotions and make us comfortable with the character. In this scene, he is confused and scared of his situation, hence why this particular camera shot is used; to show his facial expressions also.

The Grey - opening analysis

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmS-1xuiB98

The Grey - Opening Analysis

This is the beginning of the movie. It shows the title of the movie with no music yet, to give it an intense feel.

This screenshot shows an establishing shot to give a clear view of the setting to the audience. The environment is very dark, which may suggest negative thoughts, danger or intensity.

This screenshot is the next scene which is also another establishing shot, setting the scene. It is still very quiet at this point (audio wise) to create a dramatic feel.

In this screen shot it introduces the first character, and infact the main character (played by Liam Neeson). The camera is panning at an eye level angle to make the audience feel comfortable with the character. 

As this scene opens up, there is people fighting, dark colours, and loud rock music playing,This creates quite an edgy feel for the viewer. 

This scene shows a flashback, to inform the audience of the main character's past, and emotions towards his early life. It uses an over-shoulder shot to give it a feel of point of view (like your that character). 

Continuity exercise

This is our group exercise. We filmed it using various filming techniques and props. It shows two characters, one of which who walks through a hallway, opens doors, uses a lift and meets another character (me) downstairs, in order to make an exchange. throughout this we used two-shots, over the shoulder shots and a couple of close up shots.

Thriller Definition

Thriller is a genre of film that uses suspense and excitement as its main elements. Thrillers gives viewers anticipation, expectation, surprise, uncertainty and terror.

Marnie Analysis

 This is the opening of Marnie. Here, dramatic music starts, which suggests

something important or exiting is going to happen.

This is immidiatly after the opening credits. It shows a close-up of a yellow

bag, we don't know why but it suggests its important in the film.

Furthermore, the music tempo and general mood changes upon the first scene, perhaps

trying to get the viewer to think about Marnie's personality.

The camera shot changes now (establishing), showing the good use of colour in this scene. Everything is dull except the yellow bag, again suggesting the importance of the bag, making the viewer question why. 

The next scene shows a main character who is talking about money missing. This tells the audience that the yellow bag is obviously the money which is missing. Also it links the character with Marnie.  

In this screenshot, it shows one of the women who works for the man shown in the previous scene. He is describing Marnie, as all his employee's are beautiful brunettes. It uses a mid shot to give us a good view of the character shown.

This shot is a close up of the yellow bag just like in the opening scene. This is done to emphasise

the importance of the bag, in order to make the audience question why.

This is a wide shot of Marnie, to show the audience the small environment and the still anonymous character of Marnie.

Here is another close up of the yellow bag in which Marnie possesses. This reveals what the bag contains (stolen money). This tells the audience that Marnie is a criminal but appears as a beautiful, innocent and charming woman. 

The definition for a Thriller

A Thriller is usually a novel or film with an exiting plot, usually involving crime.

Thriller Definition

A thriller is a novel, play or film with an exciting plot, typically involving crime or espionage.

Thriller Definition

Thriller is a genre of film that uses suspense and excitement as its main elements. Thrillers gives viewers anticipation, expectation, surprise, uncertainty and terror.