The purpose of the blog is to conduct analysis on the first teaser of Star Wars: The Force Awakens released on November 28, 2014. In the ninety second trailer, each frame is loaded with content that may or may be observed while watching it on the first time. The task of this is to provide the reader with hints as to what may happen in this film. It should be mentioned that the reader is expected to have prerequisite knowledge regarding previous Star Wars films to understand some of the jargon and
Music Film Analysis Terence Reynolds Abstract The aim of this write up is to analysis film music and understand the ways it interacts with onscreen media. I am to select a favourite piece of music that accompanies onscreen media and analysis how the music functions with the visuals. Movie Scene Star Wars Episode VI Scene: Luke Skywalker v.s Darth Vader Year: 1983 Director: Richard Marquand Music By: John Williams Darth Vader stalks the area beneath the throne in a low lit area in search for Luke
The film Casablanca takes place in Africa during the beginning years of World War II. Even though it was set to star well-known actors and actresses and had a team of exceptional writers, the film was not expected to become anything of significance. Casablanca received great reviews from critics and was loved by audiences. It went on to be nominated for eight Academy Awards and walked away with three wins (Outstanding Motion Picture, Best Director and Best Screenplay). This film stood out
by the Vietnam War. In this paper you will find out about the storytelling, acting, editing, sound, and cinematography. You will also learn about the styles, directing, genres, criticism, and reflection. The Deer Hunter starts off in a small town in Pennsylvania, and that is where the three young men who worked in a factory lived. These three men had been selected to serve in the Vietnam War. This film had received five Academy Awards and an Oscar in 1979. The length of this film is about three hours
The Patriot, made in 2000, is a film about a man and his struggles with fighting for America’s freedom and his own freedom. The film takes place during the American Revolution in 1776. Benjamin Martin, a veteran of the French and Indian War and widower, is original shown in the beginning on his family’s plantation with his workers, and seven children. His eldest son Gabriel is an eager of legal age teen who wants to follow in his father’s footsteps and serve for the cause. When a mail carry arrives
The main title music to the Star Wars films is probably the most recognizable cue in film music history. Ever since its 1977 debut in Episode IV: A New Hope, it has remained enduringly popular among filmgoers of all ages and no doubt played a substantial role in catapulting sales of the film’s soundtrack to over four million copies after its initial release. With its opening orchestral blast, John Williams’ famous cue tells us that we are in for is a tale that is larger than life, something extraordinary
contrast between a person and a ‘beast' representing the male's likeliness to be the more dominant in the bedroom, hence demonstrating a woman's power of sexual freedom and taking them away from the traditional submissive role. (Madonna: A critical analysis – 05/12/2015) Designer Jean Paul Gaultier also hosted a fashion show in 1992, where Madonna took the runway by storm; uncovering her bare chest and nipples, expectedly
Richard (1997) writes, “there is nothing like Star Trek…Of all the universes of science fiction, the Star Trek universe is the most varied and extensive, and by all accounts the series is the most popular science fiction ever.” Star Trek is considered to be one of the most successful shows of American pop-culture till today. Consisting of decades of television and films, numerous novels and comics, and merchandise ranging from toys, games, clothing and more, Star Trek is nothing short of a cultural phenomenon
Mass hysteria is a problem that has been occurring throughout the world for centuries. Mass hysteria is the common term used to describe a situation in which various people all suffer from similar hysterical symptoms. Whether it is from a phantom illness or an inexplicable event. This occurred before the colonies were created during the Salem Witch Trials, explained through the story The Crucible, written by Arthur Miller. Other time periods, such as in the late 1950’s during the Second Red Scare
Johnson talks about how various forms of pop culture grew more sophisticated over time and how the general public criticizes it. He presents his findings in which he shares his arguments and analysis by dividing the book into two parts: first, he starts arguing about how video games, television, the internet, and film developed to become more complicated in contemporary society over the last few years. Then, he starts talking about how all of the different forms of pastime are related to the elevation