Lighting blog tasks

 1) Still image analysis


Look at the still images on slides 33-37 of the Film Language Powerpoint linked above. Copy the images into your blog and answer the following questions for each image:
  1. Identify examples of high and low-key lighting.
  2. Say which depict top, back or under lighting. 
 3, What effects are created by the lighting in each image?  

1 low key lighting  is  used to create a mist of smoke. they use back lighting and to create a silhouette 
2  low key lighting  as the complete darkness from the bottom of the image   and the underlighting help insinuate the idea of horror films. 
3 high key lighting as it looks realistic and  the use of top lighting creates a glam on the character in the image. 
4 high key  lighting  with  low key lighting to create shadows and male it realistic and underlighting. underlighting
5 high key lighting makes it realistic and  top lighting to create glam
6 high key lighting and  back lighting creates the  silhouette 
7 low key  lighting create silhouette along with back lighting. 
8 low  key  lighting creates shadow and back lighting creates the silhouette 
9 high key as it as distinct facial features and the under lighting creates the shadow under her chin
10 low key lighting creates the shadow along with the underlighting
11 high key realistic facial features and  back lighting creates a shadow







Note: if the images don't display correctly in your blog then simply use the number of each image and answer the three questions for each.

2) Film noir research 

Research film noir - focusing on the genre’s distinctive lighting style. Make notes on the genre and particularly the use of lighting - bullet points are fine. 

Film noir is a captivating genre that emerged in the 1940s and 1950s, drawing audiences into a world of shadows and intrigue. Known for its moody visuals and complex characters, it often explores themes of crime and moral ambiguity, reflecting the anxieties of post-war America.

The roots of film noir can be traced back to German Expressionism, which influenced its distinctive style. Iconic films like "Double Indemnity" and "The Maltese Falcon" introduced us to hard-boiled detectives and femme fatales, creating stories filled with tension and moral dilemmas.

Despite its decline by the late 1950s, film noir experienced a resurgence in the 1970s with neo-noir films like "Chinatown," keeping its essence alive while adapting to contemporary themes. Today, the genre continues to resonate, shaping modern storytelling and captivating new audiences with its timeless allure.


3) Film noir YouTube clip analysis 

Finally, find a YouTube clip that fits the film noir genre and embed it under your research (the clip can be classic noir from the 1950s or something more recent - neo-noir). How does the clip's lighting fit the film noir genre? 

Sin city - In this image, the lighting creates a striking, intense atmosphere. Here's a breakdown of the lighting elements involved:

1. Low-Key Lighting: The scene is predominantly in shadow, emphasizing a dark, moody tone. This style of lighting is often used in horror or thriller genres to create suspense and mystery, and here it enhances the tension by hiding much of the environment while focusing on the character.


2. Top Lighting: The character's face is illuminated from above, casting subtle shadows on their lower face and neck. This technique often gives a sense of authority, mystery, or in this case, eeriness, as the light highlights parts of the face while leaving others in shadow, creating an unsettling effect.


3. Under-Lighting: There's also a sense of upward-facing light casting shadows on the character's face, giving a ghostly and sinister appearance. This style is commonly used to create an unnatural or frightening look, as seen in this image.


4. Back Lighting: There seems to be some light coming from behind, especially visible on the character's shoulders and in the glowing background areas. This creates a silhouette-like effect that separates the character from the background, making them stand out more ominously.


5. High Contrast: The lighting is harsh and dramatic, with stark contrasts between light and dark areas on the character's face. This technique adds a sense of tension and unpredictability, reinforcing the eerie mood of the scene.




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