How Does Tim Burton Use Cinematic Techniques

Over the years, director Tim Burton has filmed many movies such as Edward Scissorhands, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The Corpse Bride which use a variety of different cinematic techniques to create Burtons own style. Burton has always been known to portray a film which makes a viewer feel uncomfortable and strange. After directing for over 30 years, his filming experiences have morphed him into a well-known Hollywood star. His movies have won about 20 awards for his performance as a director. Ultimately, in many of his films, he creates a powerful use of Camera Movement, Lighting and Music/Sound which makes the audiences emotions twist and alter throughout the story.

Out of the many cinematic techniques Tim Burton has used, his

This scene is where the whole plot begins to fit into place, therefore, the camera movement being used creates the effect on the audience to make them feel scared for Victor as he stands face to face with a disgusting, aged corpse. Compared to a long shot or a close-up, the use of a zoom and low angle supports the idea that the Bride is highly important and valuable within the scene. If a long shot was used, the emotions that Burton was attempting to portray, may not have been understood by the audience correctly. Thus, the use of a low angle and zoom on the Bride allows the audience to be more involved and engaged in the

After Edward is rescued from his mysterious castle on the steep hill, Peg and him drive through the town to Peg's house. While they are driving, dolly/tracking is used to show all of Edwards enthusiastic actions and expressions. It is noticeable that he is very thrilled to be a part of the town finally after being alone in the castle up above. When Edward becomes overly excited, he moves around, but this startles Peg because of his razor sharp scissors flying in front of her face. Edward quickly retreats his hand back to his body out of embarrassment although, he continues looking around and enjoying the new sights around