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Moving Image Arts (CCEA)

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Film theory

  • Genre

    In film and other forms of storytelling, the word genre is used to describe the type of story being told.

  • Narrative

    All narratives feature characters and a chain of connected events.

  • Representation

    Representation is how the film industry deals with issues like class, gender and sexual orientation.

The film industry

  • Roles and responsibilities

    Film-making is a collaborative process and many different people must work together to create the final product.

  • Production and distribution

    There are many studios and production companies but all film production can be divided into two basic types.

Film language and techniques

  • Camera

    Filmmakers can make audiences feel more connected to their stories by using simple camera techniques.

  • Sound

    It's impossible to analyse cinema without understanding how filmmakers use sound.

  • Lighting

    Most film-makers want to create scenes where the lighting adds mood and meaning.

  • Editing

    A well crafted edit can create meaning and take audiences on emotional journeys.

  • Mise-en-scène

    How the physical aspects of a film combine to create a convincing world on screen.

Production skills

  • Planning and organising

    The planning process is crucial to the success of every film.

  • Equipment

    Thanks to the rise of digital technology, it has never been easier for people to start making their own films.

  • Camera

    If you want to get the best from your camera, you should take the time to learn how to use its settings.

  • Sound

    Sound is just as integral to the success of a film as the use of visuals.

  • Lighting

    You should always spend time thinking about what kind of mood you want the lighting to create.

  • Editing

    No matter how impressive your footage, a film won't work if it's not well edited.

  • Production design

    The combination of visual elements like props, costumes and locations that combine to create the overall look of a film.

  • Animation

    If you are approaching animation for the first time, you will need to spend time learning and practicing techniques.

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