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Let's Discuss Sign Terminology: SIGNS?   What does this term even mean? Signs are basically various images and symbols that always represent something. Almost anything can be a sign doesn't even matter what that is, a teddy bear could represent childhood, and an empty bowl could represent empty emotions and neglect. Semiotics is also a concept based on signs and their usage. Roland Barthes proposed his theory, saying that signs are more than just symbols, and their meanings can be easily inferred.  Barthes believed that signs are subject to cultural and ideological influences.    Ferdinand de Saussure's linguistic theory also supports Barthes's idea by saying that language is a structured system of signs and can convey ideas.  We can easily deduce that signs have meanings,  now if each and every sign has a meaning how do we know and distinguish between them? Saussure explained that to us as well by introducing his semiotics theory that enlightened us...

"Camera Shot Sizes" What are camera shot sizes? . Amount of subject visible in the frame . Affects how much the environment is shown. . Shows proximity visible in character & audience Extreme wide shot: The subject is shown from a great distance, this establishes the setting. The subject is shown small in the frame. Example; City view.  Very Wide shot: The subject is still small but closer than the extreme wide shot. Emphasizes surroundings placing focus on Subject. Example; street view! Wide shot: The subject takes up a full frame. The entire body is visible /Balanced between character & setting. closer street view for example. Long Shot: The subject's full body is visible from head to toe. It Shows body language or character in action. Mid-Long shot: Also known as a 3rd Quarter shot, the Body is above the knees and the shot shows body language plus it is used in dialogues.  Mid Shot: The subject is framed waist up. It is focused on the subject interactions ...

 HISTORY OF FILMS: The history of films has evolved over the centuries in various ways. From technological advances to many discoveries made by filmmakers, we have seen the huge success that this industry has achieved in technology, art, and culture. Devices like the zoetrope led to the invention of the first motion-picture camera, noticed by the Lumière brothers in 1895. At the same time, cinemas also came to life when the camera's cinematography allowed films to be projected to the public. Georges Méliès then came and introduced his imaginative storytelling and many special effects, he became famous for using them in A Trip to the Moon (1902). Then in the early 20th century, people got to witness silent cinema. Many filmmakers like D.W. Griffith changed the narrative storytelling with films like The Birth of a Nation (1915). There were comedic icons like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton who became the stars for their talent in acting. The 1920s also saw the rise ...

 Film Making:  There are plenty of films that have such amazing film openings that they leave you wanting more. they are exactly how an opening should be, persuasive, understandable, and suspenseful! However, there are only 3 film openings that I have driven towards upon researching and looking back at my watch history...   NO.3: MEG 2 The opening scene of Meg 2:  The Trench  takes place on an island near the ocean.  We see prehistoric creatures hunting and battling each other. Nature's food cycle is shown as a helicopter is attacked by a lizard which then is further attacked by other reptiles. As the reptiles enjoy their food the T. rex also stalks its prey, soon attacking them and is led straight into the water. Huge sea creatures, like the Megalodon, swim nearby. Suddenly, a fierce struggle begins as these ancient animals attack each other. The tension builds as the predators fight to survive. This action packed scene sets up Nature's philosophy of the f...

WHAT IS STORY COMPOSITION? The narrative and storytelling of a film are the key features in engaging audiences, bringing emotions, and communicating themes. Here are the essential components that are the backbone of storytelling in a movie: 1. Plot: The plot is the sequence of events that makes up the story. It is how the narrative unfolds, presenting the cause-and-effect relationships between characters and their actions.  A decent plot typically includes: Exposition: Introduces characters, setting, and the central conflict. Rising Action: Builds tension through a series of events that complicate the character's  lives. Climax: The turning point or the moment of highest tension.  Falling Action: The consequences of the climax begin to unfold, leading toward resolution. Resolution: The conflict is resolved. 2.  Characters: Characters are the driving force of a film's story. They should have depth, detail and motivations that drive the narrative forward.  K...

  IS MEDIA THAT POWERFUL? Media has sky rocketed its game when it comes to reaching audience and playing with minds. Before getting into the film-making there are plenty of things to understand about media. Such as these key elements! 1. Media Language: These are the systems and conventions through which media conveys its message or communicates its meaning. Visual codes, audio codes, and symbolic codes are all included in them! key concepts: Visual codes : Its the use of images, colors, framing, and mise-en-scène. Audio codes :  Includes sounds, music, dialogue, and silence. Written codes : All text, fonts, and typographies are a part of written codes. Technical codes : Camera angles, editing techniques, lighting, and sound effects . 2. Representation: Its how the media portrays different individuals, groups, cultures, events, and ideas as well. The key concepts include: Stereotyping :  Which are basically simplified or exaggerated portrayals. Ideology : Its a set o...

△ The Lumos Triangle△  'Lumos' is a Greek word that translates to light. We decided to come up with this name for our group since this name represents a light triangle.  the theme shows our trio at each angle of the triangle enlightening a sensitive case of the society.. With That Lets Introduce The Members Of My Team! ...Introducing... Eiman Tanzeem Eiman Tanzeem is our camera director due to her high understanding and skill set in cameras. She will guide us in our camera work and shots through the script so that we together ensure the set is exactly how we imagined! We believe that she will be the best person to lead the way~ Neha Qamar Neha Qamar is our lead actor and producer, she will fulfill the role of the innocent girl through her strong acting skills and help us produce a piece that brings the mise-en-scene of Seytan to life. She will be the perfect guide for us! Hamna Sheraz I, Hamna Sheraz will be the Editor and side actor for this Trio! My experience and capabili...

MEDIA STUDIES SYLLABUS GUIDE! foundation PORTFOLIO : (PAPER 1) >TOTAL MARKS: 50 ASSIGNMENT: FILM OPENING SCENE DURATION: 2:00 MINUTES SUBMISSION DUE DATE: MID-MARCH RESEARCH: 10 MARKS . REFLECTION . CREATIVITY           > (20 MARKS) . CRITICAL  WRITTEN EXAM: (PAPER 2) > TOTAL MARKS: 50 > MEDIA TEXTS AND CONTEXT RELATED >MAY/JUNE EXAM DATE >(2-SECTIONS) SECTION-A :  > TEXTUAL ANALYSIS > 45 MINUTES DURATION >A 5-MINUTE-LONG CLIP WILL PLAY.  BE REPEATED 4 TIMES WITH 2 MINUTE GAP!  SECTION-B :  > STUDYING ABOUT FILM INDUSTRY > ATTEMPT 1-2 QUESTIONS ABOUT IT > 45 MINUTE DURATION. > (25 MARKS)

HAMNA SHERAZ Hello! My name is Hamna Sheraz, and I am a passionate student of Media Studies. Since childhood I've been eager to create art through the magic of my mind. In this blog I tend to showcase that gifted creativity in a series of posts and videos. My goal is to master the arts of media and hopefully have a future where I make complete use of media studies in practical world. I love to film and click pictures however the adrenaline I feel while editing is incomparable. I want to become an editor in profession and pursue advertising and marketing in the field of media. Hopefully I will be able to use my artistry and imagination to ensure my success in this field. Until then, Enjoy the content on Hamna's Editing Hub!