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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

(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

Lies and Deceit in Singin’ in the Rain

Posted on October 4, 2023October 4, 2023 by Bella Gore
As Singin’ in the Rain (Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen, 1952) begins, viewers are catapulted straight into the world of 1920s Hollywood. Lights shine, welcoming us to the premiere of The Royal Rascal,... Read More

(Viewer) Camera Movement and Isolation in Gravity

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 by Logan Viera
Camera movement, while innocuous at face value, can drastically change the audience’s understanding of the film and its connection to the characters. Alfonso Cuarón’s Gravity is a masterc... Read More

(Viewer) Gravity

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 by Amy Nunez
In Gravity, the director, Alfonso Cuarón’s use of cinematography and Mise-en-Scene flows exactly with the setting of the movie. This film is made of a multiple long shots when in outer space. This ... Read More

(Viewer) Lighting/Camera Movement

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 by Sophia Kim
In the film “Gravity” by Alfonso Cuarón, the use of editing and camera movement is emphasized to portray the story of the mission that Ryan Stone and others are a part of. From the beginn... Read More

Sammy Lichtenstein Gravity Viewer Post

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 by Sammy Lichtenstein
In Gravity, director Alfonso Cuarón uses the z-axis and long takes to establish the magnitude of the environment and express pandemonium. The movie begins with a 17-minute long unbroken take. During ... Read More

(Viewer) Lubezki’s Combination of Cinematic Techniques in Gravity

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 by Jordyn Roskind
In Gravity, cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki’s use of cinematography, mise-en-scène, and editing all work together to reveal the overall theme of the film, resilience. There are many long takes in ... Read More
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