Class 4

Went over homework assignment from last week- pg 78 in book. Showing overhead diagram, shot list of scenes and storyboard.

Notes:

Characterization in Film/Drama-

drama face less important -film more important

Character Traits-

sum of traits

Chatman views a character as a "paragdim of traits" - a character exits in a paragdigmatic relationship with the plot

Rimmon views a character as a "construct of traits"

Traits are hierarchically arranged

Humour- is a ruling passion of the character taken from medieval dramas

Predictability-

expecting certain actions from characters based on data

Human Element-

the human element is very important- rely on something you know from real life

Mimesis-

characters created for their own purpose?

Rule of Thirds:

balancing empty space with an image on one side, when frame is divided into thirds.

Homework: Read Chapter 5, fill out character traits form, look at syllabus for where to be on character design + concept art sketches.