Film Appreciation Final - Flash Card Set

Pre production

The phase of production that involves planning and preparation before filming begins.

Casting

The process of selecting actors for specific roles in a film or production.

Three Act Structure

A narrative structure commonly used in storytelling, consisting of three main parts:setup, confrontation, and resolution.

Second Act

The middle part of a three-act structure, where the main conflict and obstacles are introduced.

Last part of the structure

Denouement, the final part of a story where loose ends are tied up and the resolution is reached.

Shot Selection

The process of choosing different types of shots to capture specific moments or perspectives in a film.

Extreme Close Up

A type of shot that focuses on a small detail or part of a subject, often used for dramatic effect.

Pan

A camera movement where the camera rotates horizontally, capturing a wide view of the scene.

180 Degree Rule

A guideline in filmmaking that suggests maintaining consistent spatial relationships between characters and objects by not crossing an imaginary line.

Direct Address

A technique in which a character breaks the fourth wall and speaks directly to the audience.

Experimental Films

Films that deviate from traditional narrative structures and explore unconventional storytelling techniques.

Formalism

A filmmaking approach that emphasizes artistic expression and visual style over traditional storytelling elements.

Observational Documentary

A documentary style that aims to capture real-life events and subjects without interference or intervention from the filmmaker.

Day and Date Releasing

The simultaneous release of a film in theaters and on streaming platforms on the same day.

Antagonist

The character or force that opposes the protagonist in a story.

Key Light

The main light source used in a scene to illuminate the subject.

Story vs

Story refers to the overall narrative or events that take place, while plot specifically refers to the sequence of events presented in the film.

Auteur Theory

The theory that the director is the primary creative force behind a film and can be considered the "author" of the work.

Box Office

The revenue generated by a film through ticket sales at theaters.

Director of Photography

The member of the film crew responsible for selecting cameras, lighting, and lenses, and overseeing the visual aspects of the film.

Deep Focus

A cinematography technique where multiple planes in a shot are all in focus simultaneously, creating a sense of depth.

Dutch Tilt/Canted Angle

A framing technique where the camera is tilted to create a visually unbalanced or disorienting effect.

Dissolve

An optical effect where one shot fades out while another shot fades in, creating a smooth transition between the two.

Eyeline Match

A cut that follows a shot of a character looking offscreen with a shot of a subject whose screen position matches the character's gaze.

Documentary

A nonfiction film that presents real objects, people, and events.

Steadicam

A camera stabilization system that allows for smooth and steady shots without the need for a dolly or other equipment.

Producer

The person or group responsible for overseeing the financial and logistical aspects of a film project.

Mise en scene

All the elements within a film scene that are organized and visible onscreen, including actors, lighting, sets, costumes, and more.

Diegesis

The world of a film's story, including its characters, places, and events.

Aspect Ratio

The width-to-height ratio of the film frame as it appears on a screen or monitor.

Foley Artist

A member of the sound crew who creates live sound effects while watching the film.

Storyboard

A visual representation of how a film or sequence will unfold, shot by shot.

Frame Narration

A narrative technique where a story is framed within another story, often through the use of flashbacks or multiple perspectives.

Barton Fink

A film directed by the Coen Brothers, featuring characters such as Barton Fink, Charlie Meadows, Jack Lipnick, and Ben Geisler.

Citizen Kane

A film directed by Orson Welles, featuring characters such as Charles Foster Kane and Jerry Thompson.

Do the Right Thing

A film directed by Spike Lee, featuring characters such as Mookie, Radio Raheem, Buggin Out, Sal, and Da Mayor.

Vertigo

A film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, featuring characters such as John Ferguson, Gavin Elster, Madeleine Elster/Judy Barton, and Midge Wood.

Hedwig and the Angry Inch

A film directed by John Cameron Mitchell, featuring characters such as Hedwig/Hansel, Tommy Gnosis, Sgt. Luther, and Bandmates.

The Rules of the Game

A film directed by Jean