In the movie Finding Nemo it's about A father clown fish named Marlin looking for his son Nemo after he is taken by a diver. this movie expresses a strong theme that even if you have a disability it shouldn't stop you from living. When it's time for Nemo's first day of school his father Marlin keeps reminding him to be careful because of his little fin. This little fin makes him not as strong of a swimmer. So when the class comes to the drop off or the "learning center" Nemo and some classmates swim off to explore. They come across a boat and encourage Nemo to swim out to it. Marlin shows up in a panic and reminds Nemo that he can't do what others can. This reminder causes Nemo to rebel and swim out to the boat and touch it. By the end of the movie Marlin comes to terms that Nemo is growing up and is able to be like every fish in the sea even though he has a set back.
In this Film there are many film techniques. first there is camera work, when the fish are swimming there is a combination of panning and tracking following the fish. But with panning its only used when there are long distance shots. Which brings us to close ups of marlin holding the only egg left and the medium shots of Marlin, Dory and Coral. Then there are long distance shots of the boat, the reef and ocean to show how big the ocean is for a little fish. Also the long distance shots are to make you feel smaller and timid. The time duration of the baracuda attacking Marlin and coral are quick shots to make it intense and nervous. the music that plays at this part is fast, intense and smoth sounding that is made up of string insturments. Lastly there is the lighting. The lighting throughout the movie is mostly bright except in certian parts. This reason is because of the sun which serves as a flood light. then with the boat it has a shadow which makes it look mysterious and evil. then at night time the ocean is dark except for the streaks of light coming through from the moon or "spot lights."
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I agree with Sarah's statement that "Even if you have a disability it shouldn't stop you from living a normal life." There are a multitude of examples in this movie that states that exact theme. For instance when Dorry and Marlin are scouring the entire ocean to find Nemo. But even though they're just two of some of the smallest fish in the world, they complete the journey and settle back down in the end. Given that these two fish go through many hardships, like the fast current with all the turtles and the sharks, they still completed their task. Its unrealistic that these two everyday aquarium fish could do this, but this theme carries out and makes the movie. Also in the dentist's office where Nemo is held captive, he is the only one that can clog the cleaning filter of the tank to make their escape. He accomplishes this goal even though his fin is defective. Most of the time inside this tank, the camera angles and mis en scene show Nemo as a scared little fish compared to the other bigger, more seasoned fish in the tank. The long shots with him at the bottom of the tank while slowly and cautiously swimming in the new territory. This pictures him as a small defenseless fish that didn't want to get in to this mess.
ReplyDeleteFinding Nemo, a beloved Disney Pixar film set under the ocean, uses lighting symbolically throughout the film. After Marlin first wakes up and discovers that his wife and kids have been devoured by an ocean predator, he is distraught. However, a ray catches his eye and he looks to see a spot light on the only surviving egg, Nemo. There is then a shot of the moon, showing that Nemo is in fact Marlin’s ray of light in this dark time, and then a shot of the sun, which promises a new and hopeful beginning for Nemo.
ReplyDeleteHowever, Nemo is then captured by a diver when he ventures out to the dark mysterious boat. Marlin, the loving father that he is, pursues the boat through the open ocean, encountering many setbacks along the way. Marlin does find one of the diver’s masks, but it falls into the abyss and is only discernable when light is shown on the mask by a fish who is currently trying to eat both Dory and Marlin. Thankfully Dory is finally able to determine the location where Nemo is held captive and they continue on with their dangerous and eventful quest through the ocean. Light continues to lead the way, as they hitch a ride on the seemingly neon East Australian current. And when Nemo and Marlin are finally reunited at last, there is another spotlight shinning down on the happy family.
Finding Nemo is a animated movie that tries to send the message of living life to the fullest. When telling this story, the directors took their audience into consideration. For example, they used bright colors which appeal to young children, which is their target audience. The characters and their surroundings are very vibrant which adds visual interest. An element of the movie that increases its believability is the setting. The ocean, although it is animated, is very realistic. The anemone sways, there are bubbles, and light fragments bounce around the water. Specs float around in the water as well. All of these things would be expected in a real ocean, so the fact that they are seen throughout the movie adds a sense of realism to the film. In the dentist's office, reflections can be seen on the glass of the tank. This is another realistic dimension in the film. This helps audiences to believe the story and to believe its message. The characters also help convey this message. Marlin acts like many children's parents. They are overprotective, but all they want is the best for their child. The friends that Nemo makes are also very common. They want to have fun and explore, but sometimes curiosity can get the best of them.
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