Analysis of a short film sequence Apocalypse Now
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The cinematic techniques used throughout the making of a film are an important factor in conveying the director's interpretation and, subsequently, how the audience will portray it. Several elements play a key role in the development of a film sequence, including what is called the 'Mise-en-Scene' aspects. These revolve around the use of make-up and lighting and anything that may fill the screen, or the arrangement of the scenery and props to represent the situation or characteristics of the cast. Another important element is the cinematography and editing. The composure of a shot can have dramatic effect on the visuals of a film; this could be the use of specialised framing or cutting of certain scenes.
Apocalypse Now (Coppola, 1979), is a critically acclaimed film based on the experience of the Vietnamese war. It is a very good example of the use of cinematic techniques, perhaps substantiated by winning the 'Best Cinematography' Academy award in 1979. Visually stunning throughout, Apocalypse Now boasts long panning shots, throughout which are continually filled with the Vietnamese jungle assimilated with hostile shots of war and violence.
The plot follows Captain Benjamin L. Willard's journey through the jungle, in Vietnam, to seek out and 'Terminate with extreme prejudice', an 'insane', Colonel Kurtz...