Today we are considering conventional features of a horror film

Learning Intention:

Trying to understand how German Expressionist cinematic techniques were the prototype for horror films.

We will watch Suckablood (BC Horror) in class and use this to consider how the cinematography, editing, sound and mise-en-scene are conventional.

Cinematography:

• Framing & Angle
• Composition
• Movement
• Lighting

Sound design and music:

• Diegetic: Foley & Dialogue
• Non-diegetic: Music & Sound Effects

Editing:

• Continuity / Montage
• Cutting for scares
• Colour Grading
• Effects

Mise-en-Scene (Director):

• Costume
• Action
• Makeup & Hair
• Props
• Setting

Present your findings

Use a copy of this slide show to present your findings, these should be developed in your inquiry page for your horror film.