According to Cousins, why did the hub of film production in the USA move from the East Coast of America to Hollywood?

Film production moved to Hollywood as it was far away from companies that held copyright and patents against film makers, it also had reliable sunny weather all year round.

Which nation’s film industry does Cousin’s describe as “the best in the world” in the 1910’s and why?

Denmark, Scandinavian film introduced art films and effects to their movies.

Give an example of two films and two directors from this place and time cited by Cousin’s as remarkable.

Benjamin Christensen and Victor sjostrom

What was the name of the first film made by the Lumiere brothers and when was this?

Workers leaving the Lumiere factory was the first film and was filmed in 1895.

What is the “Phantom Ride”?

A camera shot that shows the progress of a vehicle moving forward such as a train or car.

What was ground-breaking about the silent films “The Sick Kitten” and “Life of an American Fireman?

The Sick Kitten was the first film to use a close up shot, Life of an American Fireman was the first film to use a cross cut.

What was the name of the first “Film Star” in Hollywood?

Florence Lawrence

Mark out of 10: 7/10

Memorable scene: When the dive bombers bombard the soldiers on the beach.

Punching effect – celery and towel

Cracking neck – Old wallet

Breaking bone – breaking celery

Horse running – horseshoe on sand

Example: Harry Potter

Hedwigs theme

Used when Harry Potter enters or is positioned in the center of the shot.

Diegetic Sound: In Shaun of the Dead, Diegetic sounds are used throughout the record scene, It is firstly used when the News reporter is explaining the zombie virus on the TV, It is then used through dialogue between the characters. Finally, it is used when the zombie growls and moans.

Non diegetic – In Shaun of the Dead, Non diegetic sounds are used when there is a buildup to create suspense, it is also used when the characters fight the zombies and music plays.

Mark: 5/10

Memorable scene: The scene when Andrew first meets Fletcher