Mise en scene is a key concept in Media Studies that I was introduced to in AS level. It’s a French term meaning ‘putting into the scene’. In any genre of film consisting of the music video, refers to all the elements that are in front of the camera that compose a shot. These elements include:
- Lighting
- Objects and props
- Costume and make-up.
- Colours and shading
- Position of characters in the frame and their relevant movement
- Setting and location (can be external or studio)
- Shot types and camera work
- Composition of the shot as a whole—how it is framed and timing of shot
This motivational and enlightening online slideshow on the importance and essence that the mise-en-scene offers in a music video really reinforced my understanding and awareness of this key concept.
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