Film & TV Language: Cinematography analysis tasks


In the opening sequence of Clueless, the film establishes both setting and character through a carefully considered use of camera techniques and framing. The sequence begins with a high angle shot above the car, capturing all the main characters together as they navigate the streets of Hollywood. This choice of angle conveys the iconic, glamorous setting of Los Angeles, situating the narrative within a world of wealth and teenage privilege.The focus then shifts to a medium shot of Cher, which introduces her as the protagonist. The medium shot frames her in a way that balances her individuality with her environment, highlighting her fashion and body language key aspects of her identity. This is paired with a close up, which allows the audience to engage with her thoughts and emotions more intimately. A low angle shot of Cher and her friends follows, portraying her school life. The sequence further incorporates long shots and extreme close ups of Cher’s bedroom, juxtaposing public and private spheres. The long shot allows the audience to see the extravagance of her personal space, reinforcing her wealth and social status.

2- Firstly, the high angle shot above the car situates the characters within the affluent, glamorous environment of Hollywood. By showing the characters within the cityscape, the audience immediately understands the setting as one of wealth, leisure, and teenage social life. The high angle. The medium shots and close ups of Cher focus attention on her as the protagonist. The medium shot introduces her personality through body language, costume, and interaction with her environment. A low-angle shot of Cher and her friends reinforces their social dominance within the school hierarchy. Finally, the use of long shots and extreme close-ups of Cher’s bedroom further conveys both setting and character. The long shot reveals the luxurious space, conveys her wealth and lifestyle.

3- The image uses a wide shot at eye level, which creates an establishing shot to situate the audience within a celebratory, family centred setting, positioning the viewer as an equal rather than placing them in a dominant or inferior role. This encourages a direct mode of address, as the group faces the camera almost as if welcoming the audience into their space.. Overall, the shot communicates warmth and belonging, aligning the audience with the group and constructing an inviting, celebratory atmosphere typical of family orientated media texts.


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