I shown interest in this trailer from a previous post but here I wish to go more into depth with what I like about this trailer.
Sound:
Camera:
The beginning of the trailer introduces to the viewer a teenage party. This establishing shot allows us to recognizes what kind of occasion is taking place and connects the film to it's target audience- teenagers. The camera moves into the scene like as if were entering the story and taking part in the exciting event.
A split screen soon displays Scott (Close-up shot) and Ramona (mid shot) both looking at one another. These 2 shots show they're first feelings: Scott's astonished facial expression shows that he likes the girl at first sight as well as the dominance of his facial expression may show his male authority and defense. But compared to Ramona, the long shot does not emphasize the face (that shows little interest) but shows that she's open and is exposed.
These feelings are emphasized again when the camera shows a close up of both Ramona's face and Scott squeezing his drinks cup. This could demonstrate his deep affections for Ramona and his powerful masculine side.
A split screen soon displays Scott (Close-up shot) and Ramona (mid shot) both looking at one another. These 2 shots show they're first feelings: Scott's astonished facial expression shows that he likes the girl at first sight as well as the dominance of his facial expression may show his male authority and defense. But compared to Ramona, the long shot does not emphasize the face (that shows little interest) but shows that she's open and is exposed.
These feelings are emphasized again when the camera shows a close up of both Ramona's face and Scott squeezing his drinks cup. This could demonstrate his deep affections for Ramona and his powerful masculine side.
Once Scott has learnt a little more about this girl, he attempts to track her down. The wide shot showing Scott sitting down in front of his front door appears like he's a dog waiting for his owner. The distance from him to the camera makes him appear small and childlike- like he's new and excited by his first affections for Ramona.
I particularly like the blocking in this wide shot displaying several people drawing their attention to Ramona who's in focus- the focus of this situation. Her eyes turn away from everyone showing signs of guilt, embarrassment and worry. This could potentially give away a dramatic situation that's to come.
During the first fight scene, Scott and the 1st X-boyfriend are both displayed at a low angle shot therefore they both appear to be highly recognized in this event. This could also mean that they both have a uper hand or something in common during this fight- that they both like the same girl.
Editing:
During the party scene, two shots change by a person walking through from one shot in which reveals the next shot. This effect demonstrates the busyness of the party as well as the idea of obstacles being in the way for Scott in the up coming future.
To encourage the comic book feel to the movie the pace of the shots speed up at times. For example when Scott signed for his package; the unnatural speed in which he signed the package holds this fictional twist to this film as well as demonstrating his passion for Ramona.
The fight scenes often include text to emphasise the characters actions which gives a graphic novel feel. I like this effect as it makes the scenes exciting and emphasises the drama.
The pace of the editing builds up as the trailer progressed- especially in the fight scenes. This allows most of the action to be displayed and highlights key moves so to bring about an exciting visual experience.
Sound:
The beginning of the trailer uses a simple build up of a guitar and drum beats so to bring a gradual introduction to the story- like the calm before the storm.
Once Scott meets and spends time with Ramona, the beat of the music is more catchy therefore builds more interest to the scenes. This also responds to how Scott feels, as if life has become more exciting for him when he met Ramona.
Action scenes are intensified with punch sounds and destructive noises which again makes the acts very overwhelming.
And coming to the end of the trailer- once situations become clear- the music becomes very catchy and energetic which compliments well with the battle scenes.
The end of the trailer, a narrator emphasises the name of the film "Scott Pilgram VS The World" therefore the viewer will remember. A male recites the name which highlights the action and strength in the film as well as making the name memorable.
Once Scott meets and spends time with Ramona, the beat of the music is more catchy therefore builds more interest to the scenes. This also responds to how Scott feels, as if life has become more exciting for him when he met Ramona.
Action scenes are intensified with punch sounds and destructive noises which again makes the acts very overwhelming.
And coming to the end of the trailer- once situations become clear- the music becomes very catchy and energetic which compliments well with the battle scenes.
The end of the trailer, a narrator emphasises the name of the film "Scott Pilgram VS The World" therefore the viewer will remember. A male recites the name which highlights the action and strength in the film as well as making the name memorable.
Mise en scene:
During the beginning of the trailer, color is used to demonstrate the key emotion of the scene. For example, the pink in the Ramona's hair and the red cup highlights the idea of love. Especially when Scott squeezes the red cup, this could demonstrate his heart being squeezed with passion by his first sights on her.
When Scott shows his drawing of Ramona, though it could make it seem that he's a bad drawer, but it could represent his feelings at that time; as if he felt 'all over the place' and star struck by the girl.
The scene when Scott opens the door to Ramona, what he is wearing compared to Ramona appears more on the summer side than clothes that you may wear in the winter. This could demonstrate his excitement for Ramona, that his love for her is keeping him warm.
Even the lighting in this scene reflects some sense into how Scott feels. The snow from outside illuminates his home with more light- with Ramona in the center of the source. It is as if she's something glorious and magical; someone who's come to brighten up Scott's life.
When Scott shows his drawing of Ramona, though it could make it seem that he's a bad drawer, but it could represent his feelings at that time; as if he felt 'all over the place' and star struck by the girl.
The scene when Scott opens the door to Ramona, what he is wearing compared to Ramona appears more on the summer side than clothes that you may wear in the winter. This could demonstrate his excitement for Ramona, that his love for her is keeping him warm.
Even the lighting in this scene reflects some sense into how Scott feels. The snow from outside illuminates his home with more light- with Ramona in the center of the source. It is as if she's something glorious and magical; someone who's come to brighten up Scott's life.
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