Media Studies

Monday 11th October 2021 LO:To explore the use of characterisation in a film Do Now: 1. John Wayne                                       7. Leonardo Dicaprio  2. Gary Oldman                                    8. Patrick Stewart  3. Al pacino                                           9. Sean Connery  4. Tom Cruise                                       10. Drew Barrymore  5.  Jennifer Anniston                             11. Daniel Radcliffe  6. George Clooney     ...

  Wednesday 6th October 2021 LO: To analyse a media text using Media Language Why do you think they chose this shot type? The camera shot type is a medium long shot.  I think they chose this shot because it shows all of the features like the gun and a clear facial expression. If they had chosen a long shot his facial expression would not be clear and if you chose a mid shot the gun would not be visible so a medium long shot is perfect.  Clothing: The clothing looks professional however, its not exactly something James Bond would wear as he  usually wears suits.  He also looks like a cowboy who are usually outlaws so maybe he's an outlaw in this movie? Props: He's holding a gun which could suggest violence or death. He also has a watch which if you've ever seen any James Bond film you probably know that the watch most likely has a special power.  Facial expression:  He looks very focused and serious as if he needs to d...