This develops the narrative as Nemo is the centre and heart of the film and the plot revolves around his existence an d his disappearance. Another scene where the cinematography displays it’s importance is in the sequence where Dory and Marlin are dodging their way through a multitude of jellyfish, whilst the couple continue being playful Dory is eventually stung. The lighting becomes dark as Marlin frantically searches for Dory and finds her slowing sinking towards the bottom of the sea. The dark lighting is an important aspect within the narrative as it portrays the hardships that Dory and Marlin experience in order to find Nemo, another aspect which further illustrates this point is the close up shot of Dory’s new scar, which is combined …show more content…
However is music more important in particular genres than others? One film genre, which always requires a good score more than any other, is found within the horror genre “A good horror movie isn’t a good horror movie without a good original score. We’re talking about music that adds depth of feeling” (Will Kriegshauser, April 20th 2011. www.screencrave.com) Many argue that music plays a key role in horror films because it immediately sets the tone. Whilst this opinion is predominantly valid, it can be disputed as music sets the tone for any genre of film, it is principally important for the horror genre as it creates tension, drama and foreshadows unforeseen/unfortunate events. Within the horror genre, music tends to be louder, more dramatic and follows the distinct conventions (Violins within Steven Spielberg’s ‘Jaws’ and Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Psycho’ and the increase in volume within dramatic scenes.) The shower scene in Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Psycho’ uses screeching violins to foreshadow the forthcoming horror, which is brought to Marion. The repetitive tune reaches a crescendo as Norman Bates stabs Marion to death. The track was voted the scariest movie theme tune due to its accompaniment with the horrifying scene “What makes the difference between an average horror and a classic is clearly the film score, without which the movie would just not have the same effect." (Ellis Rich in …show more content…
However, Cohen (1999) described eight functions of music in a film. First, music masks extraneous noises. Secondly, it provides continuity between shots. Thirdly, it directs attention to important features of the screen through a structural congruence. Fourth, when it is not associated with a particular focus it induces mood. Fifth, it communicates meaning and develops the narrative, especially in ambiguous situations. Six is through association, seven is heightened sense of reality and finally eight is adding to the aesthetic of the film. Within my Extended Project Qualification, I decided to look into great depth at how music communicates meaning, develops narrative and how it induces mood. However, throughout my research I have in addition, discovered many other aspects in which music applies itself into film and its general meaning. Writer Kathryn Kalinik claims “Music typically plays an integral role within film” and that ‘music is the most efficient code’ for emotional expression within film (Kalinik, Kathryn, 2010, ‘Film Music: A Very Short Introduction’ Oxford University Press) Kalinik Further addresses my initial viewpoint on the importance of film music and the impact it
To fully understand the relationship between a filmmaker and a composer, it is helpful to take a closer look at the filmmaker’s position towards music in film in general; these can of course differ substantially from one director to another. It seems, one must think, that the complete narrative and emotive potential of film music is not yet fully recognized and appreciated in many film produc...
The films musical score alerts the viewer to an approaching attack of the shark and they automatically build this association with the music in their mind. Horror films often make use of high string instrument notes that irritate viewers and increase tension. Music plays an important role in film editing and the editor must choose its placement wisely to ensure its intended effect on the viewer’s mind and
In The Important Places filmmaker choose awesome music because it gives viewer to feel in the best mood while watching. Similarly, Contributing Writer for Film Rejects, Allison, says “Music is an important part of any film, but with documentaries, the music becomes all the more important because it is reflecting real world issues and not just a works of fiction.” I agree with Allison, because music is the one media to draw viewers’ feeling, which touches the soul as well as capable of bonding people together from different background, and cultural heritage. This make music is key in the filmmaker, specially documentaries film to draw millions of people
Sound is an incredibly relevant part of filmmaking. Although often misunderstood, it helps to generate a more realistic episode by recreating the sonic experience the scene needs. Its main goal is to enhance the emotions that each section is trying to convey by adding music and effects alongside moving images. Psycho (Hitchcock, 1960), is one of the most popular films of the XX Century (Thomson, 2009). Commonly recognised as a masterpiece for its cinematographic, editing and musical values, it changed cinema forever by “playing with darker prospects (…) of humanity such as sex and violence (Thomson, 2009)”. This paper will analyse the sound effects used in the shower scene and its repercussions
After listening to all four movements of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 in C minor, I have suddenly been awakened to the tremendous influence that the Classical Form of music has had on modern day works, especially in the area of the film industry which it is used to create drama, tension, and joy. History owes a debt of gratitude to composers such as Ludwig van Beethoven, who build upon the legacy of pioneers such as Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart to create his own unique blend of symphonic compositions which will be revered throughout generations because of their continued appeal to the
For this essay I will be looking at the work of Hans Zimmer to discuss how music in film engages the viewer and evokes emotion and pulls the viewer toward the film. Hans Zimmer is a German born music composer. Hans Zimmer’s love of music stems from his childhood when he learned how to play various instruments. Before Zimmer began composing music for films he was in a well-known band. The band was called The Buggles whom were famous for their song Video Killed the Radio Star. After the Buggles Zimmer played in other bands but never had another hit. As Zimmer has progressed as a film composer so has his list of nominations and awards. Zimmer has won 4 Grammy Awards and 2 Golden Globes and many more for his outstanding film scores. The reason I chose to write this essay on Zimmer was that his genres and music score are extremely versatile ranging from animations to comedy to dark thrillers. This is important to highlight as it shows Zimmer can create almost any atmosphere with his music whether it be sad or creating tension that all cause us to engage with the film. Zimmer's use of themes and introduction of different instruments allowed him to create these wonderful engaging film score. In this essay I will look at three films by Hans Zimmer these are The Holiday Rush and Rain Man.
...successful collaboration of sound, colour, camera positioning and lighting are instrumental in portraying these themes. The techniques used heighten the suspense, drama and mood of each scene and enhance the film in order to convey to the spectator the intended messages.
As an audience we are manipulated from the moment a film begins. In this essay I wish to explore how The Conversation’s use of sound design has directly controlled our perceptions and emotional responses as well as how it can change the meaning of the image. I would also like to discover how the soundtrack guides the audience’s attention with the use of diegetic and nondiegetic sounds.
There is a growing body of work in the philosophy of music and musical aesthetics that has considered the various ways that music can be meaningful: music as representational (that is, musical depictions of persons, places, processes, or events); musical as quasi-linguistic reference (as when a musical figure underscores the presence of a character in a film or opera), and most especially, music as emotionally expressive. Here I will focus on the last topic, for I believe it will be useful for researchers in music perception and cognition to avail themselves of the distinctions that aestheticians have worked out regarding the musical expression of emotion.
In the film, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, every time there was a close up of Augustus Gloop in the candy room, sinister music would play. This foreshadowed that something bad was going to happen to him in that room. It puts the viewer on edge and creates a mood of suspense because they don’t know what is going to happen. He also uses music to foreshadow events in the movie Edward Scissorhands. Every time Edward saw Kim happy, angelic music would play which foreshadowed that something would happen between them and also gave you a hint about his feelings towards her. Burton used music to show foreshadowing in the movie Dark Shadows as well. When Josette was walking toward the edge of the cliff suspenseful music played create a mood of suspense and fear that Barnabas wouldn’t make it in time and she would fall to her death. One of the many other cinematic techniques Burton often uses in his films is using lighting and color to show
Sound is what brings movies to life, but, not many viewers really notice. A film can be shot with mediocre quality, but, can be intriguing if it has the most effective foley, sound effects, underscore, etc. Sound in movies band together and unfold the meaning of the scenes. When actors are speaking, the dialogue can bring emotion to the audience, or, it can be used as the ambient sound. Music is one of the main things to have when filmmaking. The use of Claudia Gorbman’s Seven Principles of Composition, Mixing and Editing in Classical Film gives audiences a perspective of sound, and, how it can have an impact on them.
...n, the use of sound in films is highly significant in the development of the plot and in turn the development of the theme. Although, the sound components play a very significant role individually, it is through the combination and manipulation of such components that the sound design of the sound track has a greater impact emotionally upon the audience. Moreover, the effectiveness of this emotional impact can be significantly increased through the implementation of an effective combination sound to the image. Such combination can be seen within Gravity which exhibits a soundscape that successfully assist in bringing the world of the film to life. Sound is important to films and is an essential feature, many a time an audience will not even self-consciously acknowledge the music or sound effects but if they weren’t there the viewing pleasure would not be as pleasing
The importance in music does not just end when the scene does in a film. It continues on throughout the ending credits. The first song that plays after the closing scene is the main theme song for the soundtrack which is “Eclipse-All Yours” by Metric it is a very happy, confident upbeat song. It also gives the audience assurance that they just seen a good and enjoyable film. This also gives the audience the chance to see the feeling the characters are to portray across the screen back to the audience. This also gives us emotions for the film and character when they use dialogue or which is being said on screen. Music and Original Score piece in a film will forever be a main part of completing a film and making it a masterpiece or a work of art.
The importance of music in movies is highly regarded for manipulating the viewer’s emotions and helping them immerse into the story. Music is one of the prime elements in cinema. Without it a movie would feel dull and unexciting. There are three elements in a movie: one is acting, the second is picture, and the third one is music. It is a holy trinity; if incomplete, there would be a lack of sensation and excitement. Both acting and picture can stand independently from one another, but music is the one that makes the movie memorable.
Also, music plays an important role in culture by being entertaining. Let's face it; people listen to music because it's exciting! It can affect a person's thoughts and feelings towards a particular subject, but not ultimately change their mind, which is what makes it so pleasurable. What else would put life in the world if music didn't? Music provides background music for almost everything in a person's everyday life. Try to imagine what television would be like without music. There would be no catchy jingles to stupid commercials that would end up getting stuck in your head for days and no theme songs to your favorite shows. Even a movie without sound would make you not want to watch it. Whether you think so or not, a soundtrack to a movie makes a person emote to the screenplay more- it makes you feel what the actors are feeling. That is what makes it so entertaining! If there were no songs to a movie, you might as well just not watch it at all. And what about a cell phone? How would you know when to pick up your phone if you didn't hear it ring your favorite song? Hearing that ring tone on a phone provides a small source of entertainment, but also serves a very important purpose.