What Are The Cinematic Techniques In Grey's Anatomy

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In season five of Grey’s Anatomy, Shonda Rhimes employs the soundtrack and angles in the third episode to influence the audience’s opinions and emotions. Grey’s Anatomy is a dramatic television series that timelines the medical path of Mereditch Grey, who starts as an intern at Seattle Grace Hospital. By the time season five is aired, Meredith’s status upgrades from intern to resident. The opening scene of the episode fades from black to a close-up of Meredith sitting in her therapist’s office. The two women are arguing about happiness and whether or not Meredith has “reached” it. In the close-up, Meredith’s smirk is visible and as the two’s argument carries on, a song with a rebellious tone and rebellious lyrics begins. From this combination

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