film score is composed specifically for a film
soundtrack is a compilation of tracks by different artists used in a film
Music is used in film:
to establish location
ex: Lion King
emphasize an event- the crash of a chord can add to a collision
Man of Steel- alien ship comes on scene and then Superman arrives
intensify action: use of crescendo(gradual increase in loudness or intensity) or repetition can create a sense of climax or horror
depicting identity: identify character, as in a theme or events, or arrival of hero or villain
Star Wars- Darth Vader's entrance
setting pace: fast tempo may be used to show a god time. slow tempo may show dignity or importance, like a regal ceremony. an insight into a character's mind.
ex: 500 days of Summer
Counterpoint: can add a feeling that is the opposite of what you're seeing.
ex: Reservoir Dogs
Creating Mood: adds humour
ex: Wil E. Coyote v. Road Runner
Establish time period
ex. The Artist
Foretelling: tells you something's about to happen
ex: Jaws, and the swimmer at the beginning who gets eaten
Reveal: draw attention to something significant within the scene.
ex: The Matrix, Neo sees the white rabbit tattoo on the girl's shoulder
atmosphere: a musical analogue for virtually every kind of condition and emotion. music can evoke love, hate, sadness, anger, etc.
ex: Spider-man, Mary Jane kissing Spider-man while he's hanging upside down
Film music allows:
expression of emotions not necessarily seen on actor's faces
contradictory commentary on the actions of actors
time elements: distinguish past from present or memories
film music can add subtext
general theme that runs through movie but is altered by temp style instrumentation or key to fit the scene
music doesn't need to repeat what's on the screen but should add something to the meaning that we are not seeing
silence is as important as the music. too much music can be detrimental to the story
music also telling a story
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