Wedding Crashers Montage

Famous montage scene from 2005 comedy "Wedding Crashers"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtU2wNLAG2g&feature=related

Example of Establishing Shot

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyDifF2_Csk

Shawshank Redemption

Film Glossary #3

Parallel Editing-An editing technique that allows two or more simultaneous sets of action to unfold within a single film sequence

Continuity-suggest that a series of shots should be physically continuous, as if the camera simply changed angles in the course of a single event.

Establishing Shot- s

ets up, or establishes the context for a scene by showing the relationship between its important figures and objects.

Sequence Shots- allows for realistic and dramatically significant background and middle ground activity. Involves both a long take and sophisticated camera movement.

Cutting to Continuity- emphasizes smooth transition of time and space

Classical Cutting-emphasizes dramatic or emotional logic between shots rather than one based strictly on considerations of time and space

Thematic Montage-continuity is based entirely on ideas, irrespective of literal time and space

Master Shot Technique-A single uninterrupted shot, usually taken from a long or full shot range, which contains an entire scene. Later, the closer shots are photographed, and an edited sequence, composed of a variety of different shots, is subsequently constructed on the editor's bench.

Reaction Shot- A cut to a shot of a character's reaction to the contents of the preceding shot.

Cut Away-the interruption of a continuously filmed action by inserting a view of something else. It is usually, although not always, followed by a cut back to the first shot, when the cutaway avoids a jump cut.

First Cut- Film editors first cut that is molded to fit the directors vision.

Final Cut-the final edited version of a movie as approved by the director and producer

Reverse Angle Shot-a shot that views the action from the opposite side of the previousshot, as during a conversation between two actors, giving theeffect of looking from one actor to the other.

Cross Cutting-The alternating of shots from two sequences, often in different locales, to suggest the sequences are taking place simultaneously.

Cars Featured in Bullitt

Just in case anyone wanted to know, the cars featured in Bullitt were a "Highland Green" 1968 Ford Mustang GT 390 CID Fastback, chasing two hit-men in a "Tuxedo Black" 1968 Dodge Charger R/T 440 Magnum.
source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bullitt
and http://i1-18sca.ipower.com/0Ford_Mustang_GT390_Bullitt_1968.htm

Low Contrast

Heres an example of low contrast lighting i found

Crane Shot: The crane shot is common camera method where a camera is positioned on a mount and then moves up and down. It is often used in the final scene of films by viewing the character from above and then moving away. One of the most renowned crane shot occurred in the movie Western High Noon in which the camera moves away form the main character Will Kane and then over him, exposing him alone on the street.

Zolly Test

ZOLLY SHOT
Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAeYo5ZuK98&NR=1

the swimming song by loudon wainwright iii

This is the swimming song by Loudon Wainwright III
i believe that this is using the hand held strategy.

Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuz5TKzaJoE

Pan - Horizontal movement of the camera lens
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ds9LTr_m0Y8

Tilt - Vertical movement of the camera lens
(I couldn't find anything for this, maybe someone else can)

Crane - When the whole camera is moved up or down
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg8MqjoFvy4

Dolly - When the whole camera is moved horizontally
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTVLDuH9juI&feature=related

Zoom - Zoom lens moves in and out, the depth of field doesn't change
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ET-dSQka6_Y

Zolly - Pulling the camera back while zooming inward
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iv41W6iyyGs&NR=1

Handheld - Shooting while holding the camera (camera is not on a stable mount)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_NjfPj5IDg

The Seventh Seal Vs Eraserhead

I don't know about the rest of you, but I enjoyed The Seventh Seal a lot more than Eraserhead... I thought The Seventh Seal had not only a "message" or a meaning and a followable storyline, but also an entertaining way of story-telling.

On the other hand, I just found Eraserhead disturbing and confusing, among other things. Is there anyone who either a. LIKED Eraserhead, or b. knows what the point of it was? Cause I'd really like to hear what you have to say.

Laura Littlefield

the seventh seal

favorite part of this movie i would have to say is at 1:03:30. the insult argument between the blacksmith and the actor. EPIC!

well i just finished watching eraserhead... CAN SOMEONE PLZ TELL ME THE STORY LINE OF THAT MOVIE?!! what was the point of it? why was it made? what is the message it conveys?
thanks heather

week 2 glossary

back light image from star wars

cold colors

warm colors

An example of a Dolly

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e0u11rgd9Q

Close Up Example

A close up guinea pig picture for your viewing pleasure! - Laura

Source: http://animalphotos.info/a/topics/animals/mammals/rodents/guinea-pigs/

More Realism

Realism - everyday life depicting subjects as they really appear. I thought the Mona Lisa might be a good example? - Laura

Source: http://www.harley.com/art/abstract-art/davinci.html

Realism

-anna lewenz

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