Smooth Criminal video analysisSmooth Criminal video analysis

By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke

LightingAs you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world .

Costume

As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound characters in contrast, are dressed in dark suits or dresses. This brings the audiences focus to M.J. This costume choice is stereotypical of the American criminals, such as the Mafia.

Camera AngleLong shot of Michael Jackson to establish the the character and location.

Props

Therr are no props in this scene other than that which are on the tables.

Setting:This music video is set in a dark and underground crimminal club

Movement:Tracking shot at the beginning followin Michael Jackson to give a sense of realism.

Make up:Natural makeup throughout the whole video

Smooth Criminal video analysisSmooth Criminal video analysis

By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke

LightingAs you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world .

Costume

As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressed in a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video. It also contrasts with the stereo typical costume of the ficticious criminal mastermind villians.

Camera AngleClose up focuses on the characters feelings and emotions, showing facial expression in great detail.

Props

There are no props in this scene

Sound:No additional sound apart from the track

Figure, expression & movement:Michael Jackson shows passion for what he is singing

Smooth Criminal video analysisSmooth Criminal video analysis

By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke

Lighting

As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world .

Costume

As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

Props

Therr are no props in this scene other than that the instruments in the background.

Camera Angle:Long shot of Michael to show the scene and characters.

Smooth Criminal video analysisSmooth Criminal video analysis

By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke

Lighting

As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world .

Costume

As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

Props

Therr are no props in this scene

Camera Angle:Mid shot to show the trademark Micheal Jackson dance moves.

Movement:Dolly shot which shows the characters dance moves

Smooth Criminal video analysisSmooth Criminal video analysis

By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke

Lighting

As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world .

Costume

As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world .

Props

Therreare no props in this scene other than that which are on the tables.

Camera Angle:Mid shot is used to show relationships between characters in the scene

Editing:Straight cuts and jump cuts used for continuity of music video

Smooth Criminal video analysisSmooth Criminal video analysis

By Cornelious Harnett & Mark Clarke

Lighting

As you can see, Michael Jackson is well lit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound in contrast is dimly lit, so that it helps the audience understand the narrative of the video, which is that MJ has come into the undergorund criminal world .

Costume

As you can see, Michael Jackson is dressedin a white suit. This makes him the centre focus of the scene. This is because he is the artists so has to stand out according to the conventions of a music video.

The backgound characters in contrast, are dressed in dark suits or dresses. This brings the audiences focus to M.J.

In addition to this, these costume choices makes Michael Jackson stand out form both his backing dancers

Props

There are no props in this scene other than that which are on the tables.

Camera Angle:High angle shot to show the most iconic part of the music viedo

Editing:

Throughout the film we can see straight cuts and jump cut to which help the video flow.