1,005 Word essay

 1,005 WORD ESSAY:

Camera Shots:

  1. Wide Shot (Establishing Shot):

    • At the beginning of the tracker jacker scene with Katniss , Peeta , Cato , glimmer, marvel, Clove and rue, a wide shot could be seen and used to establish the setting of the forest where the tracker jacker nest is located that Rue had pointed out to Katniss while she was surrounded. This shot helps viewers understand the environment and the characters' positions in this scene.

  2. Medium Shot:

    • As the tension builds during this scene as Katniss is trying to cut the branch with the jackers on it but getting stung, the use of a medium shot can be seen and used to get the audience to focus on the characters' expressions and actions seconds before the tracker jacker hive falls. This is particularly important as Katniss, Peeta, and the other tributes react to the threat of tracker jackers and ending up with Glimmer dying in the process.

  3. Close-Up Shots:

    • Close-ups are essential in this scene to be able to capture the intensity of the characters' emotions, especially as the tracker jacker attack unfolds causing mayhem amongst all the tributes as they run for safety. Close-ups on all the characters' faces are used and convey fear, panic, and determination to get out of that situation as fast as possible.

  4. Point-of-View Shots:

    • A POV shot had been used to simulate the perspective of Katniss when she was running away from the rest of the danger after being stung multiple times and hallucinating all around the forest as well as bashing into tress and loosing vision. This technique enhances the audience's engagement by making them feel as if they are experiencing the attack first hand.

  5. Tracking Shots:

    • The use of the tracking shot in this scene helps to create a sense of urgency and chaos, tracking shots had been used to follow the characters as they navigate through the forest, attempting to escape the swarm of tracker jackers while being mercilessly stung. This adds movement and dynamism to the scene keeping the audience engaged and interested as they constantly see different shots of all the characters panicking and running.

  6. Low Angle Shots:

    • Low angle shots are used when the audience are looking up at Katniss as she climbs down the tree, yet fails causing her to injure herself. They can be are also used to emphasize the threatening nature of the tracker jackers to try and make them appear bigger than what they actually are terrifying the audience even more. Filming them from a low angle makes them appear more imposing and ominous, heightening the sense of danger the tributes face.

Media Language Analysis:

  1. Colour Palette:

    • The colour palette used in this scene shifts to reflect the intensity of the moment as the colours go from dull to vibrant within seconds. As the tracker jackers attack, the colours become more visible and intense, contributing to the overall atmosphere of danger and chaos and also catching the audiences attention captivating them in the scene.

  2. Sound Design:

    • The use of sound is crucial in conveying the horror and urgency of the tracker jacker attack while they swarm the tributes as soon as the nest hits the ground and cracks open unleashing a swarm of angry , deadly engineered bees. The buzzing of the tracker jackers, the characters' screams, and the intense background music all contributes to the emotional impact of the scene and can also be labelled as diegetic sound.

  3. Editing Techniques:

    • Quick cuts and rapid editing are employed to create a sense of disorientation and panic as the tributes had been peacefully sleeping in the arena when this attack occurred. This can mimic the characters' experience of the situation and heighten the suspense for the audience.

  4. Symbolism:

    • The tracker jackers themselves can be analysed symbolically, representing the Capitol's control and the unpredictable dangers the tributes face while in the arena as they had been manually engineered to kill. The way the characters react to the tracker jackers may also symbolise their ability to adapt and survive in the Games as the tributes from district 1 and 2 ( Cato, Clove , Glimmer and marvel ) had been training before they had volunteered for the reaping.

  5. Pacing:

    • The pacing of this scene plays a crucial role in building tension and creating panic. The gradual escalation of events, followed by Katniss cutting down the tree branch to the jacker attack to the hallucinations create moments of heightened intensity, and keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.

      • Building Tension and Suspense:

      • Tracking Shots and Handheld Camera Movement: The use of tracking shots and handheld camera movement contributes to a sense of immediacy and urgency as it shows the characters point of view as if we were there. As the camera moves dynamically with the characters, the audience feels the chaos and danger more intensely, heightening the overall suspense creating a stomach turning experience.


      • Slow-motion Shots: Slow-motion shots can elongate critical moments such as when Katniss is hallucinating in the forest after being stung, this allows the audience to absorb the details and consequences of her actions. This technique not only builds tension but also emphasises the gravity of the situation, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.

      Audience Engagement:

      • Montage Editing: Montage editing, especially during the sequences where the tributes all try to run away and when Katniss was hallucinating involves multiple characters and frantic movements, it helps engage the audience by providing a dynamic and fast-paced visual experience that could also cause an adrenaline rush. This technique demands the audience's attention and involvement to help understand the plot, creating a more engaging viewing experience.


      • Establishing and Overhead Shots: The use of establishing shots and overhead shots provides a broader context for the scene when all the chaos is unleashing, helping the audience understand the scale of the danger for every shot and angle possible. These shots contribute to the overall immersion, making the audience feel like they are witnessing a critical moment ( Glimmer's death and Katniss' hallucinations ) within the expansive and treacherous arena created by the capitol.

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