Whilst planning our thriller film opening, we decided to look at other pieces that have been created by A level media students.
Captive
The piece begins with an establishing shot of the protagonist tied up, immediately linking the piece to the title, 'Captive.' This shot is then followed by a series of close up shots, focusing on the shoes and face of the actor. The presence of blood and the rope seen in these shots instantly hints at danger, putting in place enigma codes for the audience, leading us to wonder what has happened to the character at hand.
Throughout the sequence, the diegetic sound of heavy breathing of the protagonist and water dripping can be heard, along with the non-diegetic high pitched string sounds. The use of this non-diegetic sound helps to build tension within the scene, creating a dark, eerie atmosphere for the viewer.
The use of quick cut editing in the piece helps to build on the tension in the piece, a very typical convention of a thriller film. The use of the fast paced shots, along with the juxtaposition of light and dark within these shots creates a fearful, chilling atmosphere, setting the tone for the piece to come.
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