Tim Burton uses Camera Angles in a very unique way. He uses them to reveal all of the other characters thoughts about For example in “Edward Scissorhands” there was a low camera angle on edward when he was cutting every ones hair. This shows that when the neighbor hood discovered edwards talent everyone really started to admire him and the camera also resersented that when the low angle made edward look bigger and supiror to every one else. Another example of how Tim Burton used camera angles to reveal others thoughts is the camera angle that was used on Edward while he was sitting alone on the sidewalk after finding out that the entire neighborhood was against him. The angle used was a high angle, in this case the high angle
Individuality is rejection, whether it be a rejection of society or a rejection by society. Burton explores the consequences that can derive from rejection and how appearances may differ from reality. The work of Tim Burton consists of a unique style unlike any other. Not only do his films convey his ideas of individuality to the audience, they are done in a distinctive Burton way. Burton’s style of the formal elements of German Expressionism, gothic horror, and unique characters allow him to convey his ideas.
In Edward Scissorhands, a close-up is used on both Edward and Kim’s faces after Edward mistakenly drops a steak in Kim’s lap. This close-up allows for facial expressions to be seen clearly, in turn adding to the emotion of the scene. (In this case Edward’s apologetic embarrassment, and Kim’s annoyance.) As the characters display an obvious emotion, the mood syncs up with the emotions they feel. Similarly, in The Corpse Bride the camera tilts, sways, and bounces as Victor runs from Emily in the world of the dead. This creates a chaotic feel to the scene as tilted shots put the audience in Victor’s shoes as he panics. Finally, in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory a view is used to show Wonka and his tour group, as well as dancing Oompa Loompas while Augustus is stuck in the chocolate tube. Being able to see several different events taking place from above creates a chaotic atmosphere. Juxtaposed, however, by the “unprepared” order of the dance routine taking place below. These aspects work together to help create a suspicious, and chaotic mood to the
An example of juxtaposition in Edward Scissorhands was the dark, evil mansion and the colorful neighborhood. Another is Kim’s white dress and Ed’s Black outfit. Jim was the opposite of Ed because he was evil and cunning and Ed is nice and innocent. All these examples show how Tim Burton used Juxtaposition to show the differences of people and
Indisputably, Tim Burton has one of the world’s most distinct styles when regarding film directing. His tone, mood, diction, imagery, organization, syntax, and point of view within his films sets him apart from other renowned directors. Burton’s style can be easily depicted in two of his most highly esteemed and critically acclaimed films, Edward Scissorhands and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Burton ingeniously incorporates effective cinematic techniques to convey a poignant underlying message to the audience. Such cinematic techniques are in the lighting and editing technique categories. High key and low key relationships plus editing variations evinces the director’s elaborate style. He utilizes these cinematic techniques to establish tone mood, and imagery in the films.
On August 25, 1958, Timothy Walter Burton was born (“Biography”). Burton had a painful childhood in which the relationship with his parents and brother was nonexistent (Morgenstern). Through his intense feeling of isolation, his visual talent began to develop. The comfort found in hobbies such as writing and drawing led him to attend the California Institute of the Arts which led him to his first job in any artistic field at the Disney Animation Studios (“Biography”). Burton has since been referred to as one of the most visually gifted writers, artists, and filmmakers that America has seen (Hanke). His short stories, poems, and film scripts are centered on an inner darkness which he has been slowly acquiring since his childhood. He throws himself into everything he writes and makes even the simplest characters have a deep, complex meaning. His famous darkness and symbolism is shown in his book The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy and Other Stories. The book contains a collection of his short stories, poems, and illustrations about a variety of fictional characters that can be compared to Burton and his life. Tim Burton’s home life and previous hardships have made a significant impact on his work. In my paper, I will draw parallels to his life and work as well as prove that there is reasoning and beauty in the way he is.
Tim Burton has many style elements that almost always show up in his movies or artwork. His work can be easily recognized from the use of curlicues and stripes or the dark scenes. Maybe you recognize him by the distorted proportions of a character like the parents in The Corpse Bride. A lot of his characters also have crazy hairstyles and overshadowed eyes like Edward Scissorhands in the movie Edward Scissorhands. In Edward Scissorhands Edward has very crazy hair and also wears an all black leather suit. His mansion is extremely dark which is one of Tim Burton’s main styles. Out of these two movies Tim’s style can even be seen on the movies cover art.
With that in mind, Burton employs the use of camera movement to show his perspective of the anti-hero. In Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, he utilizes crane
One popular camera technique used in films is panning. Camera panning can emphasize emotion in films. According to a writer on camera techniques, "Following the subject's gaze down to the floor may symbolize rejection or desperation and loss. The moves work because they are related to your story" (Stevenson). In the movie Requiemfor a Dream, panning came into play in a particularly important scene. Marion, a main character, was walking down a hallway. She just had sex with someone she didn't like to get some money for drugs. The camera was right in front of her face, and portrayed the emptiness in her eyes. She was glancing towards the floor and looked like she was going to throw up. The camera also followed her face so closely, that you could tell how fast she was walking. The panning portrayed her feelings and actions so well, that it made the scene more interesting. It was a lot better than just seeing a view of someone head-on.
The cinematic technique of shot reverse shot is often used in Burton’s films to peek into the character’s perspective and emotions. In these movies you probably noticed the humorous moment I call “The Blank Stare.” For example, in Edward Scissorhands there is a scene when Peg is trying to cover his scars with makeup. As she is doing this, the editing shows Edward’s perspective, seeing her whip the makeup on him. It then goes to a shot of his face and we see a very confused blank stare. It returns to the lady and repeats to elude a hilarious scene. In the same
The way that the director has manipulated the camera angle to represent the theme is more unique than I have ever seen in any other movie directors. For example, in the beginning of the movie, the director chose to have huge flakes of Vincent’s body flakes and hair falling to the floor. This scene shows how discrimination has evolved from the looks to the DNA of
The film ‘Alice in Wonderland’, directed by Tim Burton explores the reoccurring thematic idea of nonsense and curiosity by using a vast array of different camera shots such as close-up shots and wide-angle shots. For instance, as Alice falls down the rabbit hole as a result of her curiosity, multiple close-up shots and wide-angle shots are used as she begins to pass many unusually sized objects including a bed, lamp, and piano. The close-up shots Burton has utilised in this scene allow the audience to see the confused, puzzled and scared emotions shown on Alice’s face. As a result of this, the audience is able to relate and feel
Burton uses close-up camera angles to show significant items in his film Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Tim Burton uses a close-up camera angle when Charlie finds the golden ticket to show how it is significant to the story. The golden ticket is significant because it is like his ticket to a new and better life. In Edward Scissorhands there is a close-up of the hands his inventor was going to give him which is very significant to the story because if his inventor finished him and
A few of the camera angles used are long shot, medium shot, high angle and bird’s eye view. A long shot to show the link between characters/subjects and their environment and draws the audience’s attention to a particular aspect of the surroundings. It can also indicate the atmosphere of the film. A medium shot shows a characters facial expression and body language, and for us to get to know the characters and how they relate to each other more closely. A high angle shot makes the person or object look weaker, inferior, under pressure or vulnerable. Lastly, a bird’s eye view gives the audience an overview of where the character or subject is positioned and enables the audience to see what is going on away from the characters immediate
When Tim Burton writes his film, his style becomes more distinguished and striking. He creates characters from his own life experiences, such as Edward Scissorhands who represents him in his childhood days. His films shows his true colors as a person and his style continues to influence many who undergo similar experiences. Despite the unusualness, Burton executes the normality into his eccentric
Tim Burton is a director and writer for films that have been set apart by any other movie genre. His Gothic style and childhood experiences are fuel for his wild and eccentric movies. The cinematic techniques that Burton uses in his movies help him express his style. Burton uses camera close ups and color in his films to communicate a feeling of loneliness and rejectedness to viewers of his films. When Burton conveys this feeling, he is creating the idea that people who spend time in isolation are waiting and preparing for their time to succeed and to make something great of themselves.