The film I presented was "Edward Scissorhands." I think I did a pretty good job at addressing the topics and being organized. My strongest points may be the parts about shot composition, sound design, sociocultural aspects, and the film's relation to film history and Tim Burton. I think my excerpt had a lot to say about shot composition (especially concerning fore/mid/background), and I think it was addressed thoroughly. I feel like I addressed the importance of dominating sounds in the hedge scene. I think my relation of the film to gay rights and AIDS was relevant for the time period and shows a connection to how Edward feels. I also think my point about Pinocchio and Freedy Krueger was valid and thorough because of how Pinocchio's personality and Edward's appearance are somewhat integrated to form Edward's being. I think my connection to Burton's childhood was also a good point because that type of childhood must've been an influence for many other films he has done, as well. My part about target audience was a little rushed, but it got the point across.
My weakest points were in lighting and editing because there wasn't as much to work with as cinematography and sound design. However, I feel like what I did say about them was valid. I also realize now that I made a false statement in saying that the camera cut down the z-axis to a medium close-up of Edward because it was really just a waist shot. Although I think I made some good points, the part about acting was underdeveloped because I only briefly talked about Edward and Esmerelda while failing to address Peg, Kevin, and Bill. My discussion of mis en scene was also limited because I found little to say in this particular extract except about the significance of the hedge.
Overall, I would give myself a 23 of 25 marks.
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