-The lighting will usually be low-key
- Sometimes effects like black and white or grey scale are employed to give a dark ominous atmosphere. Also, it is unlike what is seen in real life, so the strangeness of it can make it comparable to a nightmare or fantasy.
- It is common that the lighting will be dark and settings will have many shadows. This is used because it gives the audience an apprehensive feeling, making them question: 'Who or what could be hidden in the shadows?' 'What could happen next because of this?' 'What can the character see?'; it creates a great deal of mystery.
- The dark lighting could be said to be used for the above reasons, or because it makes the environment and setting of the film seem monotonous and dull, so they are more unsuspecting when something out of the ordinary happens, and there is more emphasis on it.
This clip is from the opening scene of 'Jaws'. It demonstrates the conventional dark lighting very well, as it is used to stop the audience from seeing the shark in the water, therefore there is no warning for the sudden attack on the girl. The darkness also means that when the attack does happen, people around won't be able to see it to help her.
Well done Mia! Some excellent analysis of thrillers and conventions - it's clear that you have an interest in the work. Continue to add detailed blog posts that will inform your own research, planning and production.
ReplyDelete