The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari

    The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari is a silent German Expressionist film that was released in 1920. Directed by Robert Wiene and written by Hans Janowitz and Carl Mayer. One of the most notable techniques used in the film is the use of high-angle shots, which create a sense of unease and disorientation. These shots are often used to depict Dr. Caligari, the film's villain, looming over the other characters. This serves to visually reinforce his position of power and control, making the audience feel like they are caught in a nightmare and unable to escape. The use of these high-angle shots, along with the striking visual design, creates a unique and unsettling atmosphere that immerses the audience in the story.

    The film also makes use of a number of close-up shots, which are used to great effect to convey the emotions of the characters. These shots allow the audience to see the expressions and emotions of the characters up close, which adds to the sense of intimacy and connection with the characters. The close-ups are often used to show the characters in a state of extreme emotion, such as fear, anger, or sadness, which adds to the sense of tension and unease. The use of camera angles and close-ups in The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, combined with its striking visual design, creates a unique and unsettling atmosphere. I really like the story overall and surprisingly enjoyed watching the movie. Although puzzling at times and a little weird I've come to appreciate the movie.

A brief History of cinema

 After reading chapter 1 "a brief history in cinema." My favorite movie/ clip was "A Trip to the Moon" which is a silent film that was released in 1902, and directed by Georges Méliès. The film is considered to be one of the first science fiction films ever made and is a landmark in the history of cinema. The story follows a group of scientists who build a rocket and fly to the moon, where they encounter a group of lunar inhabitants known as Selenites. 

The film was written, directed, and produced by Méliès, who was also the lead actor. The film is only 14 minutes long, but it was a major success in its day, drawing large crowds and earning critical acclaim. 

Méliès is considered to be one of the pioneers of cinema, and "A Trip to the Moon" is a testament to his brilliance as a filmmaker. He used a variety of special effects techniques to create the illusion of movement and a sense of adventure, and his use of color is particularly noteworthy. The film's iconic image of the rocket hitting the eye of the man in the moon is still widely recognized today.

"A Trip to the Moon" was a groundbreaking film that paved the way for the science fiction genre, as well as for special effects in cinema. It is also a fascinating glimpse into the early days of the film industry and the creative vision of Georges Méliès. The film has been preserved and is available to watch online, I recommend you to watch it and experience the magic of the first sci-fi film ever made.

Snowy Review

The short film Snowy is about a pet turtle seeking happiness. As he attempts to provide Snowy the care and attention it requires, Larry, the father of the family who owns the turtle, is followed in the movie. Through his travels, Larry discovers that Snowy requires more than just the bare necessities in order to thrive—she also needs room and possibilities. The purpose of the movie is to get people to reflect more deeply on what true pleasure and contentment are and how they might apply this to their own life. The camera angles in the movie are used very effectively to highlight the contrast between Snowy's confined life in its little cage and the huge universe outside. In conclusion, Snowy is a great story and film that emphasizes the significance of caring for oneself and others as well as the little things in life.

Introduction

 Hi, my name is Alexander Hobson I was born in Atlanta Georgia but have lived most of my life in Fishers Indiana a suburb outside Indianapolis. I am a freshman here at North Central and participate in football. I am majoring in Entrepreneurship. I chose to take this class because I love watching movies and like learning all about them. I spend most of my free time watching movies and training for football.

My favorite movies to watch are all the Star Wars movies. I grew up watching them since I was very young and have seen all of them countless times. My personal favorite is Revenge of the Sith. I really like all the technology used in the film. I personally like the dialogue in the movie too as it fits the movie.