Wednesday, 29 December 2010

Section 2- Opening sequence of American Physco

Mise En Scene
The setting was a posh resturant, camera angles that zoomed in on the meals that were being served by waiters in smart uniforms. This shows status and that the film is set where upper and lower class are clearly divided.
Then there is a total contrast in setting, it goes too a nightclub with loud music and people smoking/drinking ect.
Happy atmosphere which creates the atmosphere that something bad will happen too create chaos in the "happy" environment.
A close up on the credit card too show wealth.
the setting then changes and shows Particks apartment. The colour used symbolises innocence and purity which is in total contrast with his abnormal character.

Character
Too show the audience a clear description and background too what the main character is like, it goes through is dail routine and what he takes priority in. Clearly, this character takes time on his appearance, keeping fit and this comes across sometimes feminin. He is a murderer in this film and in typical thrillers they are potrayed as masculine so this is a convention that isnt typical in a thriller.
He comes across very job orientated but only works in an office.
He lives alone, this could be because his job is his main priority or because he cares too much about himself too care about anyone else. Controlling.
camera- their is a shot in this scene of him taking off a facemask, this could symbolise that he keeps his true identity hidden from the world.


Sound
Music that makes the audience feel tense and creates suspence about upcoming events.
The character regularly wears headphones and listens too music- blocking out everyone else. Very alone. Doesnt pay attention.

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