1. Requiem for a dream
... detail and finely tuned editing. The audience's senses are heightened by the intense emphasis placed on unusual aspects of specific scenes. The audience is no longer a passive spectator but an active participant, as we are reluctantly absorbed in to the dark world of addiction. Mise en scene, cinematography, sound and especially the editing all play key roles in the development of ... are to the three friends, as they are so withdrawn into their own lives. Slow motion can be seen when Sara sits down to watch TV. The presenter's actions and voice slow down dramatically as Sara begins to ...
- Word Count: 2666
- Approx Pages: 11
- Grade Level: High School