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Key Conventions of Film Noir
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A Levels Media Studies Mind Map on Key Conventions of Film Noir, created by morrighanh on 02/12/2013.
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Key Conventions of Film Noir
Extreme Close Ups
Often used to amplify the emotion they express and to show tension building
Black And White
This allows a 'moody', atmospheric feel to the film
Non Linear Narrative
The narrative moves forward and back in time
Interesting Camera Angles
Low Angles
High Angles
Canted Angles
Mise En scene is damp and dull
Rain is often used to achieve this, it creates a dystonpian atmosphere
Reflections In Objects In Frame
Often reflected in things like vases, helps to created a distorted atmosphere
Often Sound Is Quite
A silent scene can create a huge amount of tension to the viewer, hence why silence is used. Tension building
Heavy Shadows
Also helps to achieve a moody atmosphere
Deep Depth Of Field
Causes the most important person to be in main focus, and draws the attention to them
Dull Lighting
Again also adds to the atmosphere of the film and also assists in tension building
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