Sound that plays throughout the clip is the wind. It adds to the feeling of desolation within the location. Also, it gives emphasis to the characters (Kat and Alfie) as the location seems empty apart from them. It may suggest that without these characters, the soap has not been quite the same, with a sense of emptiness. So, when the music begins and the returning characters are shown, it has a big impact on the audience and draws them in.
The similarity of the sound to that of a Western styled film suggests that there is going to be some sort of conflict. When Kat enters the set, the sound of her walking is louder than usual, adding emphasis to her return to the square, suggesting it is a significant event and will effect other characters living in the area.
Also, the sound of her bag hitting the ground after she drops it is emphasised. Perhaps this means that she means to stay and it will take a lot to collect her belongings and leave again. This will interest the audience as they may want her to stay. The bag sounds very heavy, along with suggesting her plans to settle in this place, it could also suggest that she has a lot of things to deal with in this place, possibly unfinished business with other characters.
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The suggestion of conflict is again shown when Kat opens her mirror. It sounds quite alike to that of a gun, again, similar to a Western style film. The feeling of conflict is given as it reminds us of a duel, the way she is standing reinforces this idea. Again, this will interest the audience as they will look forward to the future storylines involving Kat.
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The music from the beginning despite it's occasional increases in volume, has been quite calm, yet tense. But, when we see Alfie, the music changes and the volume increases. This may be because the two characters have now returned and will together, have a large effect on the square. It also raises the question of conflict as up until now, Kat has been shown as a dominant character, but she is now seen as subordinate to Alfie. The music plays a big part in showing the position of these characters.
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The motif at the end of the clip is very effective. As we hear each bang of the drum, it switches between the two characters' eyes. The sound suggests their strong feelings towards each other. This implies the conflict is going to be big.
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Finally, the non-diegetic sound after introduction of Alfie sharply lowers and we can only hear the squeaking of a sign. This may symbolise the 'calm before the storm', the square is empty apart from these two characters, they dare not venture outside and be caught in between this crossfire.
BRILLIANT understanding and ideas of the extract's representation, with clear reference, supported well by images!
ReplyDeleteI think it would be hard to make any improvements, apart from possibly adding in more terminology
This is good and you clearly understand what is going on in the clips and the way conventions from western films have been used. Music is a big part for this clip and you have talked about in detail using correct and relevent terminology. Use of constant evidence from the extract by using screen shots. Clear understanding of the task and a very good job. I like the way you describe each clip, that if someone was only listening to the music and reading your description they would be able to get an idea of what was happening. Well done :)
ReplyDeleteNice work here. You clearly understood the task well and analyzed the extract effectively and gave many relevant examples of the use of sound. Your terminology was accurate and your explanation was detailed and easy to understand. The inclusion of images from the extract in question is also great. There's still room for improvement, but only to perfect each aspect. Good job.
ReplyDeleteAn easy level 4,using good in depth analysis of the reasons why the producers of the trailer have used this music. The only thing i would possible add would be the embedded video so that people can actually watch and hear the media text you are analyzing.
ReplyDeleteI agree with your peers! Excellent use of embedded image to refer in detail to aspects of sound within the clip. Great work Liam.
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