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Jurassic ParkLightingThe lighting used for the opening scene was very dark and gloomy to create a scary, tense atmosphere as the audience wonders what's rustling in the trees. However, it then brightens up dramatically to focus on the box as the audience wonders what's in it. The audiences attention instantly concentrates on this as the lightening makes it dominant.

The mise en scene incorporates a range of props and costumes to make the sequence seem more realistic. For example, the workers all have hats on to connote the danger of the animal inside the crate. They also hold Tasers which suggests to the audience there could be threat to the workers therefore they have to be prepared. The security of the dinosaur implies that it is highly unsafe therefore creates a tense atmosphere to the scene.

Mise en scene

There is a variation of shots incorporated within the scene. For example the shot extreme close up is used many times to show the key emotion on the characters such as: when he is screaming it shows he is in agonising pain; on the dinosaurs eye to give the audience a peak of the monstrosity of the creature and on a workers eye to show he is struggling.

Shot types/ Distances

There is also a long shot to establish the area for the audience and to show the scene. You can clearly observe that it is a very important moment as we can see a multitude of workers surrounding the cage and all the lights on focusing upon it. We also finally get a sense of the amount of security involved within keeping the creature maintained as we see the big security unit.

The editing is very slow pace at the beginning to create a very mysterious setting. It also seems quite calm to the viewers as if everything is under control. Then suddenly the pace instantly increases when the action occurs to create a more intensified moment and to add excitement.

Editing

Special Effects The noise of the dinosaur is added to make us believe that the create is actually there. In addition, because we cant always see the dinosaur, it adds the excitement to the scene and creates the image of the creature in our heads before we even see it.SoundsAt the very beginning of the opening scene when the titles are up, there is dark and tense background music to immediately create a gloomy, mysterious atmosphere.

Lighting

JawsThe lighting at the beginning of the clip starts off very relaxed as it is a natural light from the fire. This sets a calm, sociable atmosphere to the start of the movie as the audience get the sense of normality which is soon to be changed. Then when she begins to run into the water, the lighting is a lot darker so we then see the more scarier night in comparison to the happier fire lighting. This definitely makes the audience feel tense as we can see that something bad might happen. Also, when she is in the water, the lighting focuses primarily on her so we know the shark is about to attack. This makes it a lot more terrifying as we can clearly observe something horrible might happen to her.

Mise en Scene The mise en scene at the very beginning is very simplistic however effective. It uses minimal props such as cigarettes, party cups, a guitar and a fire to create a youthful feel as it seems to be a party on the beach. The characters are all dressed in fashionable clothing so the audience can instantly see it’s a young gathering. It also creates the sense of normality towards the scene as you wouldn’t think anything was about to happen. However, when she runs into the sea it is very basic as there is nothing really included within the mise en scene. Although there is one dominant prop used when she is in the water as she grabs onto it to try and survive. This keeps the audience engaged as we still have hope she could live.

Shot types/ Distances

There is a variety of shot types used within the opening sequence such as a long shot to establish the scene and so the audience can get a clear image as to where they are. It is also used when she is in the sea alone to show how far out she is into the sea and that she is isolated therefore it is dangerous.

Also, a tracking shot has been used when she is running into the sea to get the sense of action. In addition, they have used close ups when she is screaming in the ocean to emphasise her pain and emotion throughout getting attacked. This makes it a lot more intense and horrifying for the audience.

E.TLightingThe lighting in the opening sequence is very dark and mysterious at the beginning to set a tense atmosphere. The gloomy lighting also adds to the extra terrestrial theme and gives a bigger effect on the spaceship as the audience try's to figure out what is happening. In addition, the bright lights entering out from the spaceship makes it more dominant as it stands out from the darkness. This engages the audience as we are more curious as to what is inside. Overall, its very effective because it builds up the slightly scary but mysterious setting. It most definitely represents the alien/ out of space element because the cloudy lighting is a typical stereotype. The bright light also focuses on the aliens features to give the audience a glimpse and idea of what they look like.

Mise en sceneThe mise en scene in the opening sequence to E.T has a variety of different things within it. Firstly, at the beginning the tree’s are there to basically set the scene and to create the woodland area where the aliens are. It also gives a perfect camera angle as to when it peers through the tree’s to get a glimpse at the spaceship which is very secretive and mysterious. Also, the spaceship itself is very important as it’s the main focus throughout the scene. The viewers are trying to get a sense of the situation by figuring out what this object is doing here. In addition, the strange plants and unusual scenery also adds to the surreal atmosphere and keeps the audience more interested. Even though the mise en scene is very basic and simplistic, it still creates a great first scene as its meant to be focusing on the alien which is the main character.

Shot types/distancesFirstly, a establishing shot is used to identify the spaceship and show the woodland surrounding which demonstrates that it is very secretive and mysterious. There is then a close up of the aliens fingers as that is an iconic part of the film and it emphasises the aliens feauture as the audience are unsure to what it is. This is also the first look at the alien, which isn't a lot as its keep unknown for a while. It doesn’t fully reveal the alien until later on to keep the audience engaged and intrigued to find out more. In addition, tracking is used when the alien is running away to create the chasing effect and build upon the fact he missed the space ship and has now been left. There is also many long shots used to show the area and emphasise the size of the alien in comparison to humans and other objects such as trees.

EditingThe editing at the beginning is very slow for a while to build up the atmosphere and play upon the mysterious alien theme. However, when the action of the police officers arriving and chasing the alien, it suddenly picks up and has a lot fast cuts to create a quick pace. This makes it a lot more tense and exciting for the audience.

Special EffectsDue to the unrealistic element of aliens, many special effects were incorporated into the scene such as the spaceship flying as appose to the alien itself. This created a sense of realism towards the aliens and to exceed the expectations of what would happen if aliens were here. It also adds to the excitement of the film.

SoundsThe sounds included within the scene is varied. At the beginning, unordinary, mysterious music is played to highlight the extra terrestrial theme. Also, the sound of the alien is included to show its unhuman features and to create tension for the audience.

INDIANA JONESFirstly, the lighting is very bright so we can clearly see the unusual scenery and surroundings.

Throughout the opening scene, the lighting is very high lit and bright to emphasise on the action element and to make the obscure location more vivid. There is a period where the lighting is a lot more darker due to them being in a cave and to make it seem more mysterious as they find the treasure.

Mise en sceneThe mise en scene is quite simple in the opening scene however does include a lot. Firstly, the scene is set in a very unique location. The costumes and props used indicate that its set in a different time period as there is horses and old cars. The costumes also represent it being very adventurous as there are sheriff hats, rucksacks and many other things. The key prop used in the scene was the treasure which was very important as it is a iconic part of the film therefore, made it a lot more entertaining and interesting when it was stolen.

Shot types/distancesThere is a variety of shots used throughout the opening scene to create effect. Firstly, an establishing shot is used to show the location of the bizzare area they appear to be in. There is also many long shots used to show the comparison in size between the people and the big rock type caves. It shows how big of an adventure it is. Also a tracking shot is used to show the secret location of the boys spying on the men who find the treasure. In addition to this, the shot type ‘match on action’ is used frequently to engage the audience and give more excitement to the action that is happening in the scene.

Editing The editing used it very slow pace at the beginning however, when the chase occurs as she steals the treasure it becomes more faster pace to create tension and excitement.

Special EffectsThere isnt many special effects used in the scene as its all quite realistic.

SoundsThere is suspenseful but fast pace, joyful kind of music played when the chase begins to create the atmosphere. Also, when the boy escapes and runs away with the treasure, the typical iconic theme tune is played to represent the action, success element of the film. It shows the outcome of the task and represents the action genre really well. Other side effects are added such as gun shots to make it more realistic and add excitement as weapons are expected in this type of movie genre.