... that specific film genre. Elements such as the score, by Bernard Herrmann, locations, lights and even the themes approached give the movie a dark and gloomy atmosphere which is so particular to this "French label". Also the period during which this film has been produced (the beginning of the seventies) - a post ... general "mood" which are very close of those which characterize his famous ancestor. First, one knows that the score is one of the most - if it isn't the most - important element to help to create the particular ambiance needed by a scene, but it is also useful to set the ge...

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... of the typical fairytale setting to increase the predictability and satire of the story. Other film techniques also help to increase the effect of certain areas. Lighting and colours help create the mood, with warm rural browns indicating the farm village in comparison with the cold darkness of the Zoo. Where the warm oranges of sunset bathe the silhouettes of Buttercup and ... face as she says "I will never love again," emphasizing her sadness. Camera angles also help to convey the atmosphere, close-ups on faces showing their individual expressions where wide sweeping panoramas create ...

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... linkage is proved and supported by concentrating on the following areas: the failure of the original release, the autobiographical undertones, and the use of the flashback and visual imagery to create a nostalgic atmosphere. Furthermore, the role of the movie theater as a mode of escape and church substitute will be explored. Finally, the cinematic shortcomings and the necessary suspension of disbelief will be ... Donen stated that Alfredo " quoting dialogue from movies as though imparting wisdom from the Scriptures, reveals the cherished mysteries of the old films to his protege". Torn...

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