Exploring the Enigmatic Depths of “Citizen Kane” (viewer)

Posted on October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton

Hi Class, Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of “Citizen Kane”! This iconic film has left an enduring mark on the history of cinema, and I’m excited to share my thought... Read More

(Searcher) Comparing Flashbacks in The Godfather: Part II and Citizen Kane

Posted on October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 by Luke Randall

Citizen Kane (1941, Orson Welles) is a pioneering film in numerous aspects. Welles utilized precise deep focus, elaborate miniatures, and innovative lighting to give audiences ... Read More

(viewer) Diegetic and Non-Diegetic Sound in Singin’ in the Rain

Posted on October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 by Nikki

In the movie Singing in the Rain, the distinction between diegetic and non-diegetic sound is skillfully manipulated to create a seamless and engaging viewing experience. The film’s iconic musica... Read More

Illusions Portrayal of Raced-Based Narrative in a Film

Posted on October 9, 2023October 9, 2023 by Ajah

This short forty-minute film briefly tackles themes of strategic social masking, as we follow a white passing-Black woman who climbs the latter in Hollywood to hold an executive position at National S... Read More

(Week 7 Viewer) Singing in the Rain/Illusions: Abstract Importance of Sound

Posted on October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 by Deja Shearrill

Singing in the Rain was an interesting movie because of how it discussed realistic and historical moments in a way that was entertaining and without the affect of being realistic (because of it being ... Read More

Sound as a Storytelling Device in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (Searcher)

Posted on October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 by Esther Jung

Youtube channel Sideways makes video essays analyzing the sound and music in popular media, including film and TV. As a musician myself, I was very interested in seeing how music theory plays a huge r... Read More

(Searcher) Sound of Metal, Singin’ in the Rain, and Babylon

Posted on October 4, 2023October 5, 2023 by Kayla Lerner

With the introduction of sound used in films being integral to the plot of Singin’ in the Rain, I wanted to talk about a film in which the lack of sound is a major element of the movie. The So... Read More

(Searcher) Interview with Debbie Reynolds

Posted on October 4, 2023October 4, 2023 by Liam McConnell

In 2012 Debbie Reynolds did an interview with Turner Classic Movies where she gave a deep dive into her experience while filming Singing in the Rain. Throughout this interview there are also clips of ... Read More

The use of Non-Diegetic sound in “Singin’ in the Rain”.(Viewer)

Posted on October 4, 2023November 13, 2023 by Aditya Vyas

Directed by Gene Kelly, the film Singin’ in the Rain, has made extensive use of sound to portray emotions. This could be explained by the fact that this film is a musical, where actors sing and ... Read More

Searcher (The importance of Sound in the movie A Quiet Place)

Posted on October 4, 2023October 4, 2023 by David Qiu

The film A Quiet place is an excellent example of how sound plays a crucial role in this film. Since the entire setting of the film is set in a post apocalyptic world where the creature hunts the peop... Read More

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Intro to Film 2023

FILM 101-4 • Emory University • Fall 2023 • Professor Gregory Zinman