How do the directors use Cinematography, Mise en scene, Sound and Editing to create meaning in the film?

Cinematography –

Through the use of establishing shots, this helps create an image in the viewers mind of the types of locations these events take place in. In relation to Longinotto’s work these helps show how women live in these different environments in other parts of the world.

Mise en scene –

With the Mise en scene of this image, the rapist is positioned at the centre of attention within this shot, directly in the middle, with others lower than him, this signifies he is the main focal point of this court hearing.

Sound –

Sound within Sister’s In Law, such as non-diegetic music is only used at the beginning and ending of the film, this is used only to establish the opening and closing shots of the location, Kumba Town. diegetic sound is the predominate source through conversations within the documentary, this is intentional perhaps as Longinotto’s aim is to create verisimilitude within the atmosphere.

Editing –

Editing within Sister’s In Law makes use of long shots to be able to fully capture these peoples experiences, the steady pace of shots, gives the documentary subjects such as with the case of sonita’s story the time to be listened too and taken seriously.