Diegetic, intra-diegetic and extra-diegetic examples

The extra-diegetic gaze is used in the film Deadpool and Deadpool 2.

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The extra-diegetic gaze is used to make the film Deadpool stand out from other superhero films, as they usually take themselves very seriously. This breaking of the 4th wall also adds to the comedic tone of the film, which also makes the film individual, as superhero films of the time were usually very serious.

An example of the intra-diegetic gaze is in film is in Titanic, when Rose and Jack are dancing.

It is used to help the audience connect with the characters, allowing them to feel the romance and joy of the scene as if they were experiencing it for themselves. Since they have connected with the characters, this makes the ending even more heartbreaking for the audience.

The diegetic gaze is used in many films to express what the director wants them to see. This is used in films such as The Shining.

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The use of the extreme close up in this scene. Focuses the audience’s gaze on the fact that Jack has become insane. This may create fear for the audience, as they don’t know what he will do next.

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