AICE Media Studies

 What conventions of the genre that you chose to base your final task on does this movie have? 
This movie includes lots of suspense throughout the film, which is definitely one of the elements my group mates and I will be implementing into our film. It also has many moments of plot twists, uncertainty, and confusion, where the audience is left to wonder who the killer is. This move also does not give clear explanations for the events occurring throughout the film. For example, the killer's motive and strategy for killing the victim is never revealed clearly to the audience. This leaves them to wonder and also leaves them with uncertainty and suspense. What elements of the genre did the movie have that you like?
 The elements that this movie have that I liked were the intriguing plot, and backstory that left the audience to almost creatively think about. The main character's backstory was not highlighted in this murder mystery film. So, the audience was able to personalize and ...

Movie Conventions Research: Murder Mystery                                                                                                                                                                                                 What elements of the genre that you chose to base your final task on does this movie have?  This movie highly focuses on costumes for the different roles the actors play. For example, the movie opens with a cop in full costume, clearly showing that the character is part of the pol...

 What conventions of the genre that you chose to base your final task on does this movie have? This movie has a very complex and interesting plot. Throughout the multiple plot twist it is hard to predict what will happen next and keeps the audience excited. Such as when the villain was suspected to be Linthorn the assasin at first it was actually The Dowager. I want to incorporate this aspect into my movie by using different plot twists and have a detailed story line. The movie also drops a lot of clues that hint to the viewer the story which I always want to do as well.  What conventions of the genre did the movie have that you liked? The movie gave a suspenseful atmosphere keeping the audience engaged. From the music fitting each scene and the lighting help make the audience feel like they are in the movie. The expression and acting from the actor also help to convey anticipation. I additionally like Enola Holme’s use of characters such as including Sherlock Holmes, a recogn...

The movie genre my group mates and I decided on using for our final task was the mystery genre. The pitch idea we decided on best fits the mystery genre, due to the specific camera shots and angles.  Figuring out my options I first decided thriller was not the best choice, since most of the final task will be about the mission/mystery of figuring out who the killer is, instead of the thrill leading up to the kill.  Romance was also not the final genre for my group mates and I, since there is little to no romance within our final task. Comedy was also an obvious elimination as the plot of our final task consists of more serious topics and aspects not usually seen in comedy. Overall, the mystery genre will work best for our decided pitch idea. The unique techniques such as camera angles, lighting, props, costumes, editing and sound associated with the mystery genre will help enhance our final task better than any of other genres.

 CAMS: In mystery films, various camera angles are used to create suspense and engage the audience. Low-angle shots can intensify the characters. High-angle shots create a sense of vulnerability. Dutch angles, where the camera is tilted, can add uniqueness. Close-ups are used to express emotions and tension. Wide shots help to set the scene, and tracking shots can build anticipation. Combining these angles create the overall mysterious atmosphere. CLAMPS: Lighting plays a big role in creating a mysterious atmosphere in films. Low lighting like shadows is often used to show details and enhance suspense. Adding dramatic contrast between light and dark areas. It’s also used to highlight the silhouettes characters, adding a feeling of secrecy. Dim and moody lighting contributes to the overall environment, These techniques work together to build an atmospheric and suspenseful tone in mystery movies. Props are carefully chosen to contribute to the plot and atmosphere. Common popular prop...

Common CAMS: Close-up shots are commonly found in the drama genre as they illuminate the subject and show emotion in the characters' faces. Over-the-shoulder shots have the same effect as they show how the characters feel. Extreme close-up shots also add suspense to a film. High angles can make the characters look minuscule, highlighting the conflicts they encounter. Common CLAMPS: Heavy and dramatic makeup is often used in this genre, as it elucidates the drama portrayed. The settings typically used in the drama genre are generally bold and easy to see. The lighting is usually dark with some highlights on specific subjects to create focus on certain people or things. Common editing: Fade-in and fade-out transitions are frequently used as they create a feeling of conflict and suspense by elongating the scenes. Also, jump cuts create the same effect by doing the opposite, quickly ending previous scenes and beginning new scenes to create a sense of unfinished business. Common sound: ...

Common CAMS:  Commonly used camera angles, movement features, and shots in the thriller genre are tracking, low angle, over-the-shoulder shots, and point-of-view shots. Tracking shots are mainly used when a character is being followed or watched to build suspense. The low angle is often used to emphasize how powerful and intimidating a character may be. This is frequently seen with the antagonist of the film. The over-the-shoulder shot is usually seen around mirrors and reflections to build tension. Lastly, the point of view shot is for the audience to feel as if they are the actual character by seeing what the character sees, furthering the tension or suspense. Common CLAMPS: Some Mis-En-Scene features that are commonly used in the thriller genre are low lighting, costumes, and props, usually a weapon. Low lighting is often used in thriller films to create a suspenseful and mysterious mood and introduce fear into the audience. The costumes for this genre are mostly dark clothing t...

Pitch A: Three girls discover a treasure map washed up on the shore so they follow the map and are brought on an adventure. Pitch B: A group of friends go out to dinner and discover a killer secret about their friend. Discuss Pitch A: This movie idea would be exciting to film, but it may be hard to produce. Our original idea was to open the movie at the beach, which would be easy to do since we live close. However, since it is a treasure hunt, we would have to travel to multiple places on the map which may be hard for us to accomplish. Also, it may be difficult to create the treasure map and to make the scene of us finding the map look realistic. Furthermore, This is a very general and overused plot line, so it may seem repetitive. Discuss Pitch B: This movie idea seems amusing to produce. Our plan would be to film at the beach, at night, near our houses. We would make use of the utilities at the beach, like the restaurants and social events. However, there are some drawbacks. Since...

 Hey bloggers Mela here! So far I’ve done the first steps of planning for my final task. Such as one of the most important steps, picking my group! For my group I am working with Emerson Botknecht and Lindsay White. They both are in my grade (tenth) and I have known them before the start of this project. I chose them because I know they are all very talented and can equally contribute to our project. For example Emerson is great at brainstorming ideas and planning. Lindsay also is great at editing and has a good eye for unique ideas. Lindsay at the moment is the only one in the group who has her license so it’ll make it a lot easier to get to different locations to film with her being the group. Overall as a group everyone is hardworking and puts in the time to get things done. They all have great work ethnics. They additionally don’t submit work late which is important for a group project to run smoothly.       Lindsay and Emerson were both in my group for my m...

 Hi, its Mela! I am thrilled to be back working on my final task! I'm in tenth grade at Fort Lauderdale Highschool, go flying L's! I was born in Fort Lauderdale in January two-thousand eight. My zodiac sign is a Capricorn. The most important thing to me is my family and friends. My mom is from Trinidad and my dad was born in Tampa Florida. I love living Florida because of the mostly sunny weather, and I enjoy going to the beach with my friends. I grew up playing soccer for many years as a defender and also like to watch games. Additionally, I am a fan of volleyball and play with my friends often. I have two dogs one named Rocco a Neapolitan mastiff and one named Blu a yorkie. However, I want to get a cat as well in the future. My favorite subject is probably reading or writing, I have a passion for writing and sometimes write in my free time. This summer I had lots of fun and did many exciting things such as hanging out with my friends. I also got the opportunity to volunteer a...