For the past week or so, we have been watching and analysing the film ' One Hour Photo'. We've been discussing in depth about the shot types, mise-ens scene, camera angles, camera movements, editing and sound. I have learnt that even the smallest things ( mise en scene ) are chosen for a reason. For example, there are a lot of extreme long shots where only Sy is in the shot. This is to show that he is lonely. Also, the pans are used to show the scale of the scene. When it comes to mise-en-scene, the family are always dresses in neutral, warm colours. Even their home is the same. In contrast, Sy is always dressed in light, grey colours and his apartment doesn't look like a home. It looks a hospital or some kind of work place. The voice over is provided by Sy, who is the antagonist/protagonist. It's a bit personal because it seems as if we are his dairy and he is talking to us, which adds to the mystery and suspense of the film. Also, the music throughout the whole film is slightly depressing.
When the photo wall is revealed, the camera is on a canted angle and it rotates to show it's a disturbing image. Close up shots of Sy's face are used throughout the film so that the viewers can understand his emotions. Slow motion is used at the boy's birthday party to focus on nostalgic family moments.
