The Ellington Kid (2012) Shot Analysis
Wide shot. Colours brighter and warmer toned for the present and day time, to distinguish between the story he’s telling in the past and the present. Clothing is also brighter. Could be a reflection of the tone and the mood of this scene – more light-hearted? Shot is balanced on either side or parallel – like a reflection. Everything is in focus, adding to the effect of everything being the same/mirrored. Wide shot. Very dark and dimly lit shot. Slow motion again. Create sinister shadows and silhouettes which give a tense atmosphere to the shot. Deep focus means both the foreground and background are in focus. Medium close up tracking shot. Cold grey colours, harsh, cold but dim lighting that creates shadows. Lights leads into his face making him the focal point of the shot. He is centred so again the focal point of the shot. Colours create a dark, bleak atmosphere which again could reflect the mood. In contrast, the colours are gr