Research Activity 1

1.Settings & Props

You could tell by the oil lamps they were holding that it was late and dark inside their homes. And from the pajamas Mr. Fox and his family were wearing, we can tell that this probably happened before they went to bed. The lanterns and other props are a good indication of what was going on.

2. Costume, Hair & Makeup

In terms of clothing, the Foxes are wearing pyjamas indicating that they are about to go to bed for the night, while Mr Badger and the others are wearing suits or t-shirts. This would suggest that they were working very late into the night. These clothes illustrate the different states of the two parties.

3. Facial Expression & Body Language

Mr. Badger’s face expresses his anger. Mr. Fox’s face expresses anger and disbelief. The fox family is shocked after the badger blames Mr. Fox for all the problems. The expression on the Mole’s face was also one of great frustration that could be seen. The strife that follows can be seen on the fox brothers’ faces as anger and steadfastness to protect their brother

4. Lighting and Color

The light is mainly provided by oil lamps, making the cave very gloomy, and the dullness of the colors suggests that what is happening down there may not be very friendly

5. Positioning of character/objects within the frame

The scenes are shot symmetrically above so that the audience can see that there is a confrontation. And the symmetrical shots have a more conversational feel

Research Activity 2

Can you describe the mise-en-scene in this picture? How are the characters placed in the frame?

This painting shows two couples lying on a double bed, a scene somewhat reminiscent of being in a hotel. There is also another card on the bed. The whole scene has a symmetrical appearance. One gets the impression that the two people are together but each has their own preoccupations.

Research Activity 3

Can you describe the relationship between the characters?  

The woman on the left is the girlfriend of the owner of this house, while the one on the right is the housekeeper of the family. This housekeeper does not like this mistress, but she has no choice but to serve her.

Can you describe how the mise-en-scene works together to tell us what the relationship is?

The first is that some information can be gleaned from the dialogue between the women, one sitting and the other standing in a master-servant relationship, as seen in the shots. From the clothes, it appears that the mistress of the house is dressed in splendour, while the housekeeper is dressed in simpler clothes.

Can you describe the mise-en-scene in this picture?

This shot shows a little girl walking nervously down the street, afraid that someone will spot her

What type of shot is it?

This is a close-up shot

What is the camera angle?

This camera is a flat or slightly elevated lens

Where is the character located in the frame?
This little girl is in the centre of the picture, which means that she is the main character of the animation

What is she wearing?
She was wearing what must have been their own ethnic dress.

What is the depth-of-field?
The depth of field is not too heavy mainly for close ups, which can highlight the girl more

Describe the colour palette?
The colours throughout the picture are of an earthy yellow feel, with a Middle Eastern dress colour character. The girls’ red headscarves, however, are particularly striking.

Describe the lighting?

The lights are brighter and it should be a daytime