The different varieties of cinematography used helps the viewer to understand the natural and the unnatural world, while symbolism and imagery defines the humans and their characteristics. ... The opening shot has a view of the skyline of Los Angeles shot at a wide angle in dark. ... Hence, a character can be defined as a replicant in such a way. ... The symbolism and usage of the eye in this film plays a vital role in defining the humans and the replicants. ...

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To further discuss the theme of destiny, the concept of fate needs to first be defined in a Langian context. ... Copjec point out that the main characteristics and visual style of Film Noir are: low-key lighting, the use of chiaroscuro effects, strongly marked camera angles, either low or high; jarring and off balance shot composition; tight framing and close-ups that produce a claustrophobic sense of containment. ... Lang also uses space and shifting camera angles to engender a feeling of entrapment. ... When Heidt walks around the room for investigation, he oftentimes creates a dark and de...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

"The Big Sleep" has all the elements that define film noir, it contains the irreverent protagonist, the femme fatale, tough guys and an atmosphere saturated with shadows. ... Film noir redefines language with its camera angles, lighting and editing. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

Comedy was ultimately defined and obvious to its viewers except for Vincente Minnelli's films Father of the Bride and Father's Little Dividend. ... The red of the apartment building is much more faded to give no sense of urgency to the audience, while the redness of the door is much more defined giving the audience mixed feelings of suspension. ...

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