Easy A- Analysis

Analysing A high school drama: Easy A

 

 

Camera   There are many different camera shots in the opening title sequence. There is a tilted camera shot and this sets the scene as it shows us the high school that this movie is set in. There are many close up shots used when introducing the characters. This allows us to have a good look at the characters. There also some long shots and bird eye view shots; these set the scene and allow us to see the location of the movie.

Sound   The main sound during the opening title sequence is the voice over which the voice of the main actress Emma Stone. As she is the narrator we can tell that this story and we will be hearing her side. The continuous up beat music playing through out the opening gives creates a very happy mood.

Mise-en-scene   The clothing of the characters allows us to see what age these characters are. They are dressed very Casually this gives us an idea about them being in high school. With their clothes it allows us to put them into stereotypically social groups. Like the nerds or the mean girls. The props used are mobile phones and text books. These are typical props for teenagers in high school.

Editing         The editing in the opening of this movie is not too complex because it is not an action or horror movie. The ‘A’ is red which makes it stand out more and allows the audience to remember it.