The referential meaning relies on the audience’s common knowledge of the real world, and the ways in which things exist. Location is an element of mise-en-scene used in film that can provide a referential meaning. Setting evokes an understanding of the time period/geographical location that the film takes place, and could provide a connection for the audience to analyze. Having a sense of place also makes it easier for viewers to understand the character’s experience.
The explicit meaning of a film is not subtle, but lies on the surface as the message in which the filmmaker is attempting to convey. Costume/Makeup and Props are elements of mise-en-scene used to provide explicit meaning in film. These tools help distinguish a particular era
The explicit meaning of a film is not subtle, but lies on the surface as the message in which the filmmaker is attempting to convey. Costume/Makeup and Props are elements of mise-en-scene used to provide explicit meaning in film. These tools help distinguish a particular era