Short Film: Jet/ Thriller

 There are numerous tracking shots in the film. For instance, there was a scene in which the protagonist was attempting to conceal himself in a front yard while observing a house. It captured all of the various techniques he used to stay hidden and move cautiously with a gun, ranging from running to attempting to hide next to a van. Those certain shots can be employed to simply demonstrate characters' movements and serve to show the audience what is occurring in the scene as it takes place. Over-the-shoulder shots were also frequently used. For example, the protagonist witnessed a girl being abducted by a van following an unsuccessful suicide attempt. Such over-the-shoulder shots are employed to reveal to the viewer something hidden the character is doing or it is showing the point of view of the character. Moreover, there were countless shots of close-ups. One of the characters, for instance, was shown, as can be inferred, contemplating whether or not he should do something to save the abducted girl . Close-ups frequently help the audience understand clearly the feelings the character is experiencing. T he close-ups are predominantly shot at eye level for a balanced perspective. 

Throughout the film there were many elements of Mise-En-Scene. Their costumes were casual. For example the protagonist was dressed in kaki's, polo shirt, and tennis shoes. These casual costumes create an effect of realism which makes character more relatable bringing more attention to the plot rather than the characters. There was lighting but I came from the sun due to the film being set outside.  There was a large amount of aggressive facial expressions shown by the main actor. Also there was light makeup on most of the actors. Props like guns are used throughout to symbolize danger and harm we believe.  

    A common example of sound in the short film was ambient sound. Another common type of sound was incidental music. This was used when a character receives a problem and is being taken to the next scene. It helps the person watching, feel how the character feels in moment. Ambient sound is a crucial element in thriller films as it helps to set the mood and build tension. By using a combination of diegetic and non-diegetic sounds, filmmakers are able to create a sense of unease and fear that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. 

   There are also many examples of editing throughout the movie. A common type of editing was jump cuts. Jump cuts is used when the main character is running to catch a human trafficker and kill them. Jump cuts are abrupt transitions in a film that occur when a shot is removed from the middle of a scene, resulting in a noticeable jump or break in the continuity of the action. In thriller films, jump cuts can be used to create a sense of disorientation and unease, as they break the flow of the story and disrupt the viewer's sense of time and space. This technique can be used to build suspense and keep the audience guessing, as they try to anticipate what might happen next. 

    Tracking shots and close-ups are two of the main elements used in thriller films that were seen in this film. These components contribute to the unforeseen suspense found in all genre films. Other elements they shared included psychological distorted acting, tiring effect make-up,  and weapons. Ultimately, it had shot reverse shot and non-diegetic sound. These elements contributed to the short films intense dramatic tension. 

  The close-up shots were a part of the genre that we enjoyed. Throughout the film, closeups were utilized effectively, which aided in comprehending the feelings of each character. Another aspect we enjoyed was the background music. This is due to the anticipation and terror it instilled in the characters regarding what lay ahead. 

 
 

  The utilization of high angles was one thing that did not appeal to me. The usage of high angles may not have always been appropriate, in our opinion. For instance, a high viewpoint was used when the main character's protagonist entered a driveway after spotting a trafficker inside a house. We believed it would have been better if they used a different angle to add the suspense and give the feeling of the fear while the character was opening the door.