As shown above is the opening sequence of my third movie example, named "Deja Vu".
Analysis - THRILLER
1) SOUND - The sound used in the extract is a mixture of Non-dieagetic and Ambient sounds (more towards the start). The extract also begins with a low paced score of what can be recognized as a piano - symbolizing sadness, depression indicating something bad is about to happen - suspense. As the extract progresses, the score intensifies as the soldiers begin to play their instruments - Trombones, again building the suspense towards the big explosion at the end.
2) MISE-EN-SCENE - The clothing worn in the scene is very distinct and smart. The soldiers are wearing very vibrant, clean clothing indicating their pride and honor, where as the citizens boarding the boat are wearing casual clothing - wide variation. The camera work also allows the viewers to establish the setting - harbor.
3) EDITING - The editing used throughout the sequence is slow paced. The credits throughout the extract are fast and distorted, highlighted with what appears as a vague square shape behind the text - attract the viewers attention.
4) CAMERA - Throughout the extract, their is various extreme long shots used - establishing shots, used to identify the setting used. In this case, scene is set on a harbor in the middle of an American city. It also allows the viewers to see the quantity of people using the boat, and their for building a higher level of suspicion towards the danger ahead. This is complimented by the soldiers on the harbor playing the trombones as a sign of respect and honor - sympathy.
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