Preliminary Exercise 4: Analyzing Mise en scene

"Mise en scène" is a fundamental word in cinema that refers to the arrangement of visual elements within a frame. It includes everything from the placement of actors and props to lighting, set design, and costume choices. Mise en scène is a crucial aspect of storytelling, as it allows filmmakers to convey themes, emotions, and messages effectively. In this assignment, I choose to analyze the movie "Into the Woods." This film, belonging to the fantasy genre, intricately ties together various elements of mise en scène to communicate its central theme to the audience. We will examine how the filmmakers introduce and use mise en scène components to set the tone for the narrative in the film's opening scene. Through this analysis, we will interpret the mood, feelings, and primary message that the director conveys to captivate and engage the audience. 

Reflection

In this assignment, the objective was to analyze the opening scene of the movie "Into the Woods" using the concept of mise en scène, which involves the arrangement of visual elements in a film frame. The task required completing a Graphic Organizer to dissect elements like lighting, set design, and costumes, aiming to understand how these components contributed to the film's theme. I created a presentation using digital media tools like Microsoft PowerPoint to convey my insights effectively. The purpose of this presentation was to showcase my understanding of how mise en scène influences audience perception. I used intermediate-level skills in these digital tools to create the presentation, gaining a deeper understanding of the nuanced artistry behind filmmaking. Through this exercise, I learned to critically analyze visual elements, enhancing my appreciation for the intricacies of cinematic storytelling.

Work-Cited

Crawford, M. (2023) What is mise en scène in film: The Complete Guide, Filmmaking Lifestyle. Available at: https://filmlifestyle.com/what-is-mise-en-scene-in-film/ (Accessed: 20 December 2023).

Into the woods (no date) Disney Plus. Available at: https://www.bing.com/rebates/welcome?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.disneyplus.com%2Fmovies%2Finto-the-woods%2F1YYWziMOrDdq&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fdisneyplus.bn5x.net%2Fc%2F2003851%2F1242160%2F9358%3Fsharedid%3DEdgeBingFlow%26u%3Dhttps%253a%252f%252fwww.disneyplus.com%252fmovies%252finto-the-woods%252f1YYWziMOrDdq%26subId1%3D&id=disneyplus&name=disneyplus&ra=%2413&hash=766d3b9418a36ec0c08bbf1995d8d6095d7189053c13a65cfc00e1af1ada7486&network=ImpactRadius (Accessed: 20 December 2023).