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Digging Deeper:  Lighting

Lighting contributes to the meaning of the film by contributing to the mood, creating suspense, and emphasizing key moments in the development of its characters.

While you view the video trailers, observe . . .

1. How did you react when characters appeared in the dark or in the shadows?
2. How did you react to scenes where the lighting was soft and natural?

Remember:  You can add your observations around the effect of lighting on your Elements of Film Handout.

Click on each image to watch the two-minute trailers provided here.  As you watch, use the questions in the Note It section to focus your viewing.


 

WHAT’S NEXT?

Next, you will learn about different types lighting in the Elements of Film video.