Post 18 - Mise-en-scene (In relation to media language)

Mise-en-scene

Setting and location – Relates to the location and place of events, the setting can either be built from scratch or it can be real. Setting can play a key part in a film due to the fact that from a glance we can tell the whereabouts of the films filming.

In relation to our film – We are filming in a large open park, ideal for a lot of zombies running towards a group of helpless teenagers.

Props – Props can be any objects present in the scene and anything in which the character interacts with. These can be anything from a phone to a cat.

In relation to our film - The kind of props that we will use in filming may include weapons to fight. 

Costume and make-up – We can tell by the way in which people are dressed in a scene whether the film is shot within a certain location or time period. Costume can also reflect the occupation of the individual, for example a man pictured in a suit could be a working class male.
In relation to our film - As no zombies will be present throughout filming we must use the effectiveness of make-up elsewhere, so at the end of the film Natasha should be pictured with zombie make-up on. In regards to costume we are all wearing scruffy clothes due to the tight budget.

Lighting – Lighting can be used to focus on a certain person in the shot, they can highlight the individual of the scene. Or lighting can be used to dim the scene and make it appear dark and mysterious, for example shading sections of the individuals body or face.
In relation to our film - we will be shooting in broad daylight so there is no need for concern in regards to the amount time for good daylight.

Casting and character movement – A top actor or actress hired to play a certain character can benefit a film due to the fact that with a large name at the centre of the action will attract a wide audience due to the main actors large fan base.
In relation to our film - It seems a bit obvious that we do not have the budget to get hold of a huge acting name.