Inspirational shots

Shots from films are a point of inspiration for me as I feel so much can be captured in a singular moment, whether it be the lighting, background or format of the shot when these elements meet something truly beautiful can be made. I will be looking at some shots that have inspired me and how I could apply this to our group documentary.     

Lost In Translation (2003), Dir - Sofia Coppola

I really enjoyed this shot, not only because of the background and positioning of  Scarlett Johansson's character (Charlotte) but also the beautiful blue tone. The shot perfectly shows isolation as well as sadness while linking to the surrounding. I feel this shot links to our idea as our subject is someone who may of felt isolated from society and it is important to know how to show this not just say it.  

Grey Gardens (1975), Dir - Albert Maysles, Ellen Hovde, David Maysles, Muffie Meyer

This shot, perfectly shows a moment in time, the subjects are in discussion and natural. This is also something we aim to do as we want to observe and keep the shots as natural as possible. The shot also allows us to see the subjects in regard to their surroundings, this is important as we aim to show how Janaan functions in everyday life. 

The Royal Tenenbaums (2001), Dir - Wes Anderson  

This shot allows the viewer to enter into the characters likes as we see young  Margot Tenenbaum read we learn she is an avid play write and can see how her room reflects who she is. This shot can help us as I wish to take a shot of Janaan's room and display how her possessions display her personality. 

Bright Leaves (2003), Dir - Ross McElwee

I really like this shot, though it features in a documentary it is beautiful and truly natural. I wish to take these kinds of natural shots without prompt to keep the 'fly on the wall' aspect while also displaying Janaan in an inventive way. It also shows a great deal of personality as the cigarette and sunglasses display the loud character. 

Submarine (2010), Dir - Richard Ayoade

Lastly but by no means least is this shot of Craig Roberts (Oliver Tate) as he looks over the sea, much like 'Lost In Translation' the shot shows isolation while using colour to elevate the tone. I think this shot captures the unknown as Oliver struggles to understand life we feel the sea symbolises this vast world in which he finds hard to grasp. This can help us as we two wish to use symbolism to represent Janaan's feelings and emotions.