FPA 135 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Fill Light, Key Light
14 Mar 2018
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Ca135 ch2 - mise-en-scene (in the mood for love) French - which has been put into the scene/ onstage. All of the elements placed in front of the camera to be photographed. What is put on-screen (and what is left out) can make a big difference. Signals to the audience how to feel, or what to think about the characters, action, or themes. Studio set vs on location: props. Objects in the frame which play a part in the action. Contextualized props (changing place in a narrative: costumes, hair & makeup. Situate us in time (past, present, future) and place. Offer clues about the role and development of the character in the story. Can dramatically affect the mood of a film. Reveal character, build suspense, and propel the narrative. 3 point lighting (key light, back light, fill light) The right performer can make or break a film. Some stars are instantly identifiable with certain characters.
