Cinematography Tasks

Citizen Kane (1940) - Orson Welles

As you can see from the first scene, there were different point of views that enabled the audience to establish the overview of the setting. The long shots and medium shots were used to show the actors' facial expressions and body language. The establishing shot was effective as it presented everything; this can be used to help the understanding of the scene.  

The cinematography in this films works well with the sound and editing as it has synergy.The reason why there was little sound was due to the enhanced tension which signifies many enigma codes. When there is less use of sound, it mostly contains parallel sounds. 

Moulin Rouge (2001) - Baz Luhrmann

From what we see in the opening scene of the Moulin Rouge, there were many transitions and quick cuts. This is important as it helps create an element of suspense and keeps the clip at a fast pace.

In order to make the audience identify with the scene,  the parallel sound of the scene should have synergy with the scene. This is done well in this movie as it provides a sense of realism with the audience. This use of cinematography is made to make the audience go on a journey.

A Touch of Evil (1958) - Orson Welles

This clip has a very slow paced to build up suspense throughout. Also, the cinematography in this clip is used to enhance the tension through the clever use of slow transitions and certain shot types. In this clip, we see the use of over-the-shoulder shots. This creates tension as it creates realism in the environment and allows for the audience to be immersed in the content.

The soundtrack is contrapuntal as the 1950's American music completely contrasts the overall situation. There are however some levels of parallel as it suits the romantic elements seen throughout the scene. The  music also help create suspense.