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Opening Sequences and Narrative Theories

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Casino Royale Casino Royale seems to follow the narrative theory of equilibrium. I think this because the start of every Bond film is usually set out in this format and this one is no exception usually bond uncovers the big problem shortly after the start but at the beginning of a Bond movie everything is usually under his control. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 In this movie I think it follows the equilibrium theory too as everything is all okay in the movie up until rocket misbehaves big time but I shall not spoil it, I also think everything is okay because there isn't much happening that phases the guardians at the beginning and like the Bond film it all goes wrong right after the opening sequence so it a short lived equilibrium. 

Editing Techniques and Thoughts on them...

Editing techniques: Cutaway: I think the cutaway is a good editing technique, i like it as it makes tasks seem more intense or interesting. I think this would be useful in all genres as it is a very versatile technique that can be inserted in most scenes where a character is doing something. I could use this technique in some of my work as it is quite interesting and makes things look more professional.   Cross Cutting: I like the cross cutting editing technique because you are able to see the expressions on peoples face during a conversation which is interesting as we get to see what all the characters are feeling which is more entertaining to watch. I think this is also a technique that could be implemented into most genres unless its one where cellular devices do not exist. Jump Cuts: I also like jump cutting too, it gives us a sense of how much time has passed if done correctly for example a change of cloches or a tied look without needing to watch everyth...

LFD and Editing

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Editing techniques in... The Killing (Forbrydelsen): 0:08: eye-line match 0:42 cross cutting 2:05 jump cut Stranger Things: 0:02 eye-line match 0:35 low angle 0:39 point of view 1:08 another low angle 2:12 invisible cut

Opening Sequences and Editing

I think this opening sequence follows the equilibrium theory, everything up until the end of the sequence is a build up to an "action" scene except we don't realise that until Bond pulls out his gun. Also the Tracking shot during this whole sequence gives us all a sense of how far Bond and his lady friend are walking. Right at the start text appears saying "the dead are alive" which isn't a very normal thing to say because the statement contradicts itself which creates a little mystery too. Editing techniques used: At 2:57 an editing technique used is an eye-line match as the camera turns to see Mr. Bond walk out onto the balcony, this creates the James Bond genre we all know as we see him leave with a weapon to presumably kill a bad guy. The technique also pushes the narrative along because it shows us that 007 is on a mission and not just messing around in Mexico City. Right at the end there is some match on action used however the the shot doesn...

LFD and M-E-S

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How each main character is introduced in terms of Mise-En-Scene in... Stranger Things: The positioning of these boys shows that they are all friends and that their location, the basement, represents them as "nerds" along with the way they act which is slightly abnormal speaking of the demogorgon as if it is real. The props they have are dungeon and dragon figures which support the nerd conspiracy. The lighting or lack there of creates an eerie atmosphere which aligns with the scene before as the demogorgon is used as a metaphor for the beast.  The hair of these boys are long and do not resemble hair that was seen as "cool", there is also no makeup present on these guys which shows they aren't hugely abnormal.

Opening Sequences and Representations

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Character Representations in The Flash Costumes: The costumes of these characters are quite out of the ordinary and as one of them has electricity arcs beaming around him it is safe to say that they probably have superpowers, which they do. Also the lack of normal eyeballs and dark colors on the bloke on the right suggest he is evil.   The husk in front of these two guys shows that they are law enforcement which the glasses being held by the man on the right emphasise along with the note book. Also the clothing that these guys are wearing is quite formal which makes them look as if they work for the police. This image is of the reverse flash, the red glow in his eyes are quite a good indication that the man is evil and also his costume doesn't seem to be of a "bad guy" colour however his background and the way that his appearance is hidden suggests that he is evil.  Hair/Make Up: The hair on this man shows that he is not an "ordinary guy...