VertigoBy Rebecca Clarke

This extreme close up of the characters face shows that she seems scared and anxious which is a common theme which often runs through thriller films. The lighting is almost black and white creating a sense that she is trapped as shadows are on one side of her face. Because she is looking frantically around, it makes us as an audience questioned the opening, what is she scared off?

This point of view shot is shown from the characters view behind a door. It makes us an audience feel as if we are in the scene. The characters costume is formal and sophisticated making is wonder why she is in a flower shop and also why the other character is following her. The setting in a flower shop is relevant to the narrative as the character is seen several times with flowers throughout the film.

The use of a extreme wide shot is used to establish the setting but also show the character. In this shot, the character is a dark shadow upon the lightened background, this contrast makes us see her actions by her body movement. The sound in this scene is in minor key and becomes louder as the character becomes closer to the water.

In this medium close up of the character the setting in a graveyard conveys the meaning of thriller films as this is a common setting. The colour in this part of the film flashes red which connotes danger and death. From the characters costume we assume he has a smart profession as suits are often associated with upper class business men, also making him seem respectable alternatively he could be attending a funeral.

The use of a wide shot in this scene allows us to see both characters as well as the setting. The colours in this shot are dark and very different to other scenes in this film. The sound in this part becomes louder to create tension and builds up a suspense atmosphere in which the audience become on edge and wonder if something will happen.

This close up shot of the women's hair signifies something within the narrative. One side of her head is darker than the other showing a contrast in personality linking with her character. This shot is to show the details in which the other character is noticing.

This over the shoulder is used to include the audience into the scene, it makes us feel as if we are over hearing the conversation. From the surroundings can tell it is set in the 50s because of the characters costumes and props. The lighting is natural which creates a realistic feel to the scene.

The use of an extreme wide shot is show the setting involving the characters. Mise-en-scene in this scene show a darkened woods which is surrounded by trees and no light. This is a perfect setting sometimes used in thrillers. The women's white coat is bright making us focus on her actions but has connotations such as innocence.

This medium shot of the character shows a relax atmosphere which is not often used in thriller films. This is created by the warm colours such as red and the use of the fire which could be a warning that the character could be trouble within the narrative.