Blog Response 4

1. I am a firm believer that actions speak louder than words so this video is really interesting to me. I never thought about how movement can tell a story in a movie or video. It is interesting to see the contrast between older movies and the movement within them and how static some current movies are. The older films almost have more impact on the viewer because they do not need to always use dialogue.

2. With the amount of shots that an editor may blend together, the video can sometimes become very choppy. This cutting between scenes can be smooth or it can be a harsh contrast. I found it interesting how different cuts can effect how we view a movie or video. I personally love the movement between scenes when the "screen is wiped" because it is a clear and flawless transition.

3. It is very strange to think of a video as an essay, but after watching this video it actually makes sense. Watching a film that shows every thought of the characters will leave nothing up to interpretation and will not be as interesting to watch. I really like how the film F is for Fake connects thoughts rather than words.

4. Details in art can explain such a wide variety of things. When details are minimal, we tend to focus on what is directly infront of us. In film, expression and cutting a shot a certain way can make a complete difference. I enjoy the simpler shots in films because they can have such a large impact on the viewer.