media four scenes essay

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The airplanes are representative of the constant running/ escaping and constant movement that is reflective of the title ‘Catch Me If You Can’. Also the simple colour scheme that has been used makes the sequence pleasant on the eyes and may also mirror the simplicity of the film itself. The use of black on the man in the image makes him seem more illusive and mysterious so that we can recognize that this film may be about one man hiding and escaping from something. The character that is sitting down is much larger than everyone else making him seem far more important and powerful than everyone else in the image. Also the long continuous black lines that form the titles reflect the never ending chase of someone or something. The character’s hat and glasses conceal him more which makes the effect of him hiding from someone. The use of the newspaper makes him less conspicuous as well. The word ‘me’ is fading out and moving away representing the illusiveness of the character that is running away. It is also a different colour making it separated from the rest which signifies an outcast or that the person who it represents is more unique than the rest. Again the long lines have been used to reflect the running away. The illusive character is clearly in the taxi because it is on the run from the police car which again signifies the running that seems to be repeated over and over again. We can tell this because of the tire skid marks left by the speeding car. Also the character may be in the traditional yellow cab of new york to signify were the film is set but also to signify a blending in of the character on the run. 4 Film Title Sequences- 4 Print Screens George Trusler

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Page 1: Media Four Scenes Essay

The airplanes are representative of the constant running/ escaping and constant movement that is reflective of the title ‘Catch Me If You Can’. Also the simple colour scheme that has been used makes the sequence pleasant on the eyes and may also mirror the simplicity of the film itself. The use of black on the man in the image makes him seem more illusive and mysterious so that we can recognize that this film may be about one man hiding and escaping from something.

The character that is sitting down is much larger than everyone else making him seem far more important and powerful than everyone else in the image. Also the long continuous black lines that form the titles reflect the never ending chase of someone or something. The character’s hat and glasses conceal him more which makes the effect of him hiding from someone. The use of the newspaper makes him less conspicuous as well.

The word ‘me’ is fading out and moving away representing the illusiveness of the character that is running away. It is also a different colour making it separated from the rest which signifies an outcast or that the person who it represents is more unique than the rest. Again the long lines have been used to reflect the running away.

The illusive character is clearly in the taxi because it is on the run from the police car which again signifies the running that seems to be repeated over and over again. We can tell this because of the tire skid marks left by the speeding car. Also the character may be in the traditional yellow cab of new york to signify were the film is set but also to signify a blending in of the character on the run.

4 Film Title Sequences- 4 Print Screens George Trusler

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The car in this image is purple. This is the colour of jealousy which signifies that everyone wants to have this car or the best car that they possibly can get. Also the blurry background makes the car the main focus of the image which is a reflection of the main plot of the film.The blanked out windows may be being used to conceal the person within the car which may reflect that the driver is a wanted man/woman.

The spoiler signifies that the car is or is used for racing or that the car is very fast. The blurry background which is in front of the car signifies that the driver either doesn’t really know were they’re heading or that there is no real destination that they are heading for. The only object within the image is the car which signifies that this film is all about cars but also signifies that nothing else matters other than the car.

The body of the car looks like it is very expensive and that it has been improved. This signifies that they’re is always room for improvement and that the people in this film have a lot of money whether it come from legal or illegal sources. This is then backed up by the large and shiny rims which also look like they’d be expensive. The person inside is still concealed which signifies that the person inside has broken the law.

The green background creates the feeling of success or that something good has happened which may reflect the mood at the end of the film for the person that is driving the car. Also, all of the titles that we have seen are around the car which again signifies the importance of the car which is seemingly the main plot of this film.

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The image is iconic and is therefore instantly recognisable as a James Bond film which means that the films are a hude success. The use of black and white as well as the circle around Bond makes us focus on him which signifies his power and significance in the film. Also his pose is one of power and confidence which signifies his control over everyone and everything around him.

The way he is sitting and looking down slightly makes us think that he is watching over someone which signifies that he is a heroic character. The roots that are in the image creates the sense that gambling and casinos are spreading and taking over in society, this signifies that this may be a main theme within the programme. Only primary colours have been used which makes the image seem more simplle and therefore isn’ to vibrant and in your face.

The guns are shooting hearts which is reflective of what the purpose of a gun actually is, this is all done through symbols and signifiers. There is also a crossfire which instantly signifies that there is a firefight meaning that the film will contain a lot of action. The explosion/ flash of the guns is made up of suits of cards which may signify and reflect why the gun hasbeen fired in the first place.

The man that Bond is in a conflict with is red which signifies a danger and threat towards James Bond. The background is made up of the back of a deck of cards which again suggests that gambling and casinos is everywhere and that this encounter maybe happening inside a casino.

4 Film Title Sequences- 4 Print Screens George Trusler

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The image has a light and a dark side which could represent good versus evil which may be a theme running through the film. Everything appears to be on a desk which is representative of someone examining evidence or work which will probably contain key parts of the story within the film. The lighting also makes the room look small and also makes it focus on one particular thing.

The film being cut suggests that whatever is on it may be evidence to some sort of crime. Also the film makes us instantly realise that this film is set in past times because nowadays it would be on a computer screen. Itis very dark again which may resemble the overall atmosphere of the film which is coming across as good versus bad.

There are some kind of newspapers in this image which could again be being used as evidence. There is now a common theme coming through from this title sequence. There is blood on the page which could reflect danger or that the information on the page is about a danger of some form. It is also written in a different language which makes us realise that this film may be set in an entirely different country.

They are collecting somes hair (DNA), which again signifies that it is evidence of some kind. There are also images on the page of people in vulnerable positions which could also be being used in order to solve the case that appears to be the main storyline within the films. All of this gives us the impression that whoever is working in this dark room is good trying to stop the bad.