This shot is a complete contrast to the one of eve, previously posted. It is a Low-angle/Mid-shot of one of the gangsters. The use of low-angle shots in thrillers is of great importance - they are often used in shots of the villain to make them appear powerful, fearful, intimidating and in control of the situation. The expression on his face makes him appear extremely serious. His eyes are deadly focused on Eve, making him seem intimidating. The lighting around the characters face is of great significance when implying his role in the film. Dark lighting is used around his face, which makes him appear as a dark, evil figure - implying that he is most likely a villain. This kind of lighting is frequently used in thrillers to establish the villains.
In a sense, this is also an establishing shot - Once again, you can see the use of guns within the film - they are very well-known signifiers of the thriller genre, so this shot also clearly establishes the film as a thriller.
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...The use of low-angle shots in thrillers is of great importance - they are often used in shots of the villain to make them appear powerful...... A good point but too generalised, what other thriller film or TV texts utilise this type of shot? You must illustrate your points.
ReplyDeleteNote the noir lighting and generic costume work by this crooked cop. These are points worth mentioning.