![GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION
DAY 9 - TIMELINE REVISION
TASK: Fillinthegapsfromtheindividualdevelopmentsinthetimeline.Then,giveatleasttwoexamplesofthetechnologiesusedinyourchoicesofAmericanFilms.
EVEN BETTER: For each example, add a brief explanation of where it’s used in the film but also why it was used.
First ________ _______
recorded by the Lumière
brothers.
Gradual emergence of a _______
_______ Hollywood film ________,
established by 1930 into five
major studios (_________, ______
____, ____’s/___, ___ [_________
Century Fox in 1935] and _____
_____ _______ [RKO]) and three
minor studios (________, _________
and ______ ______) – the so-called
Big 5 and Little 3.
Rouben Mamoulian's _____
_____, the Technicolor
Corporation's first feature
length, 'three strip' ______
film.
Emergence of __________ and
__ technologies as a
response to the growth of
__________ and the
corresponding ________ in
cinema attendance.
________ technology developed
by cinematographer Garrett
_____ (a stabilising device for
____-held cameras to keep
image ‘______’ whilst retaining
_____ movement). First
introduced, 1975.
Development of ______ cinema from
early short films to full-length
_______ films, during which period
the foundations of filmmaking were
established – e.g. ______________, the
principles of lighting and continuity
______ and an extensive range of ___-
__-_____, including _______ shooting.
Alan Crosland's, The ____
______, starring Al Jolson -
the first feature film with a
__________.
_________ court case which
prevented studios from owning all
phases of the __________, _________
and exhibition process ('vertical
integration') which led, in the 1950s,
to the emergence of ___________ film
production and agents producing
films for the Hollywood _______ to
distribute and exhibit.
Although not the first examples,
___________, portable ________ were
produced suitable for hand-held
use (which had an immediate
impact on __________ filmmaking
and were used by a new
generation of directors in France
– French ‘___ ____’ directors).
More __________ use of _________-
_________ ________, most significantly
pioneered by Industrial Light and
Magic in the 1970s, resulted in a
move away from filmed ‘_______
_______’ to visual effects created
________ in post-_________ to the
computer generated imaging of
characters in films.
Technology/development used
in your first US Film
Reason why it was used by the
filmmakers
Technology/development used
in your first US Film
Reason why it was used by the
filmmakers
Technology/development used
in your first US Film
Reason why it was used by the
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![GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION
DAY 25 - COMPONENT 1 EXAM QUESTIONS
TASK: The Component 1 exam is 90 minutes long and comprises of 5 question in total. For this revision task, you will only find the first 3 questions on your two mainstream US films.
The other two questions can be found on Day 27 and 28. The first two sets of questions are stepped questions and this means that you need to think carefully before answering the
first question as it may affect what your answer needs to be for later questions. Using your revision from earlier activities, have a go at answering these questions here. If you run
out space for the last questions use lined paper to add extra detail.
Identify one adult character in your chosen film. [1]
Briefly describe the identified character in your
chosen film. [4]
Explore how adult characters are presented in your
chosen film, referring to key elements of film
language in at least one key sequence from your
chosen film. [10}
Identify one example of cinematography in your
chosen film. [1]
Briefly explain what this example of cinematography
typically suggests. [4]
Explore how this and other examples of
cinematography are used in at least one sequence
from your chosen film. [10]
Compare the differences between the main characters of
your chosen films. In your answer, you should consider:
•How the theme is presented through use of key elements
of film language.
•The importance of the theme to the narratives of the films.
•How key themes/messages from the films are similar or
different. [20]
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![GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION
DAY 26 - COMPONENT 2 EXAM QUESTIONS
TASK: The Component 2 exam is 90 minutes long and comprises of 3 stepped questions. This means that you need to think carefully before answering the
first question as it may affect what your answer needs to be for later questions. Using your revision from earlier activities, have a go at answering these
questions here. If you run out space for the last question use lined paper to add extra detail.
Section A: Global English language film
Focus: Narrative including genre
Identify one example of sound in your chosen film. [2]
Section B: Global non-English language film
Focus: Representation
Section C: Contemporary UK film
Focus: Film style / aesthetics
Briefly explore how your example of sound is used in
one key sequence of your film. [3]
Explore how this and other relevant examples of sound are used
in at least two key sequences in your chosen film.
In your answer, you should consider:
• how sound is used to enhance meaning for the audience in the film
• what the use of sound contributes to communicating meaning
in two key sequences
• how sound enhances the audience’s understanding of
narrative. [15]
Identify one key theme in your chosen film. [1]
Briefly describe how this theme is important to your film’s
narrative. [4]
Briefly explore how key aspects of film language are
used to present this theme in one key sequence. [5]
Explore how key themes or messages are used to represent gender
in your chosen film.
In your answer, you should consider:
•How the themes you identified are presented via film language
•How gender is represented throughout the film.
•The impact of context in understanding the key themes or
messages [15]
Identify one element of mise-en-scene used in your chosen film. [1]
Briefly outline how this element of mise-en-scene is
used in your chosen film. [4]
Briefly describe how mise-en-scene helps to create the
mood or style of your chosen film. [5]
Explore how the mood or style of your chosen film creates
audience reaction. Refer to at least one key sequence of your
choice.
In your answer, you should refer to:
•The visual look or aesthetic of the film
•Relevant aspects of cinematography, mise-en-scene and editing
•Any relevant aspects of context. [15]](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/gcsefilmrevisionpreviewpdfbooklet-220307215816/75/GCSE-Film-Studies-Revision-booklet-28-2048.jpg)
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GCSE Film Studies Revision booklet
The document is a revision booklet for GCSE Film Studies, designed to help students reinforce their understanding of various films and film language. It includes 31 activities focused on character analysis, narratives, key scenes, and the context of films, all intended to facilitate practical revision just before exams. The booklet employs spaced learning techniques and is best utilized in a printed format for easy note-taking.
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- 2. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION First of all: many thanks for downloading this resource; I hope that it proves to be incredibly useful to you and your studies. The idea behind this booklet is essentially to cover a broad range of topics and ideas related to both GCSE Film Studies exams but in a way that is very much revision: this booklet works best when you already have studied the individual films and topics needed and just need to revise those key ideas in a practical manner. Throughout you will see references to ’30 Days of Film Revision’: the original plan was to include 30 different tasks that could be completed one day at a time leading up to the day of the Component 1 exam. There are actually 31 activities in total now, in part because I added an extra day to relax, but also to include additional material that focuses on each exam in specific focus; these are the final “exam on a page’ resources you will find on pages 31 and 32. When designing this booklet, I have done so with the methodology of recalling more generic, broad ideas at the beginning and then eventually becoming more focused and nuanced on specific films and possible exam questions. I also incorporated techniques related to spaced learning, interleaving and dual encoding and for this reason it may seem as though the tasks and ideas are being repeated or are revised once and then pop up again later on. Finally, I find this booklet works best when printed and photocopied to A3 size allowing for more space to write, but it was designed and therefore works well, at A4 size, ideally as one complete booklet with a page completed each day. Many thanks again and happy revising!
- 3. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 1 - CHARACTERS TASK: Recall 3 characters from each of the 6 films you have studied. Write down their names and 3 key facts for each. EVEN BETTER: Add 2 more facts that link to the focus of the film, or are key aspects of film language that are symbolic of that character. Film 1: __________________ Character name Character name Character name Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 3 Fact 3 Fact 3 Film 2: __________________ Character name Character name Character name Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 3 Fact 3 Fact 3 Film 3: __________________ Character name Character name Character name Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 3 Fact 3 Fact 3 Film 4: __________________ Character name Character name Character name Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 3 Fact 3 Fact 3 Film 5: __________________ Character name Character name Character name Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 3 Fact 3 Fact 3 Film 6: __________________ Character name Character name Character name Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 1 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 2 Fact 3 Fact 3 Fact 3
- 4. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 2 - NARRATIVES TASK: Recall the overall plot from each of the 6 films you have studied. Use the space below the film name to summarise what happens in the beginning, middle and end of your chosen films. EVEN BETTER: For each section of the plot, include a brief example of a key scene or important example of film language that is shown. Film 1: __________________ Beginning: Middle: End: Film 2: __________________ Film 3: __________________ Film 4: __________________ Film 5: __________________ Film 6: __________________ Beginning: Middle: End: Beginning: Middle: End: Beginning: Middle: End: Beginning: Middle: End: Beginning: Middle: End:
- 5. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 3 - KEY SCENES TASK: Recall or rewatch three key scenes from each of the 6 films you have studied. Use the space below the film name to write down key elements of film language from each key scene. EVEN BETTER: Foreachexampleoffilmlanguage,writedownwhatitsuggeststotheaudienceorhowitcommunicatestheme,genre,representationorstyle. Film 1: __________________ Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Film 2: __________________ Film 3: __________________ Film 4: __________________ Film 5: __________________ Film 6: __________________ Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests: Key scene 1 film language: What the language suggests:
- 6. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 4 - KEY SCENES AND FOCUS TASK: Recall 3 key scenes from each of the 6 films you have studied. Think about the focus for each film and note how that focus is seen in the key scene with examples of film language. EVEN BETTER: Note at least 2 examples of technology from the timeline that is used in your chosen films. Film 1: __________________ US Film produced between 1930 and 1960. Focus: compare genre, theme and context. Key scene 1: Key scene 2: Key scene 3: Film 2: __________________ Film 3: __________________ Film 4: __________________ Film 5: __________________ Film 6: __________________ US Film produced between 1961 and 1990. Focus: compare genre, theme and context. Key scene 1: Key scene 2: Key scene 3: US independent film. Focus: specialist critical writing. Key scene 1: Key scene 2: Key scene 3: Global film in English language. Focus: narrative Key scene 1: Key scene 2: Key scene 3: Global film in non-English language. Focus: representation Key scene 1: Key scene 2: Key scene 3: Global film: contemporary UK. Focus: film style or aesthetics Key scene 1: Key scene 2: Key scene 3:
- 7. Name: Name: Name: Importantexamples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Film 6: __________________________ GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION DAY 5 - CHARACTERS AND FILM LANGUAGE TASK: Recall the characters you identified for your Day 1 revision task. For each character, now note examples of film language that help to present that character in each of your key films. EVEN BETTER: Think about the focus of each film and identify examples of film language for each character that demonstrates or emphasises this focus. Film 1: __________________________ Name: Name: Name: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Film 2: __________________________ Name: Name: Name: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Film 3: __________________________ Name: Name: Name: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Film 4: __________________________ Name: Name: Name: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Film 5: __________________________ Name: Name: Name: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character: Important examples of film language for that character:
- 8. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 6 - KEY SCENE ANALYSIS TASK: Recall all you revised this week. Using bullet points, explore how film language presents a key character in a key scene for each film. EVEN BETTER: Try doing this as a timed activity-5 minutes per film and whilst writing up ideas in full sentences rather than bullet points. Film 1: _______________ Film 2: ________________ Film 3: _______________ Film 4: _____________ Film 5: _____________ Film 6: _____________
- 9. Film 1: __________________________ USFilm produced between 1930 - 1960 Focus for this film: genre, narrative and context Film 5: __________________________ Film 6: __________________________ Section C: Contemporary UK film Focus for this film: Focus: Aesthetics / film style Film 2: __________________________ US Film produced between 1961 - 1990 Focus for this film: genre, narrative and context GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION DAY 7 - KEY FOCI FOR EACH FILM TASK: Each of your films has a specific focus. Look at what the focus is for each film and make notes about it, either through film language or context. EVEN BETTER: Think about the focus of each film and identify examples of film language for each character that demonstrates or emphasises this focus. Film 3: __________________________ Film 4: __________________________ US ‘Indie’ Film Focus for this film: specialist writing on film Section A: Global English language film Focus for this film: Narrative Section B: Global non-English language film Focus for this film: Representation
- 10. Film 1: __________________________ USFilm produced between 1930 - 1960 Film 5: __________________________ Film 6: __________________________ Section C: Contemporary UK film Film 2: __________________________ US Film produced between 1961 - 1990 GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION DAY 8 - CONTEXT OF EACH FILM TASK: Each of your films has a specific focus and context. For each film, list at LEAST 6 key aspects of context for your film choice. EVEN BETTER: Try to include an example of social, cultural, political, historical, technological and institutional context. Film 3: __________________________ Film 4: __________________________ US ‘Indie’ Film Section A: Global English language film Section B: Global non-English language film CONTEXT CONTEXT CONTEXT CONTEXT CONTEXT CONTEXT
- 11. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 9 - TIMELINE REVISION TASK: Fillinthegapsfromtheindividualdevelopmentsinthetimeline.Then,giveatleasttwoexamplesofthetechnologiesusedinyourchoicesofAmericanFilms. EVEN BETTER: For each example, add a brief explanation of where it’s used in the film but also why it was used. First ________ _______ recorded by the Lumière brothers. Gradual emergence of a _______ _______ Hollywood film ________, established by 1930 into five major studios (_________, ______ ____, ____’s/___, ___ [_________ Century Fox in 1935] and _____ _____ _______ [RKO]) and three minor studios (________, _________ and ______ ______) – the so-called Big 5 and Little 3. Rouben Mamoulian's _____ _____, the Technicolor Corporation's first feature length, 'three strip' ______ film. Emergence of __________ and __ technologies as a response to the growth of __________ and the corresponding ________ in cinema attendance. ________ technology developed by cinematographer Garrett _____ (a stabilising device for ____-held cameras to keep image ‘______’ whilst retaining _____ movement). First introduced, 1975. Development of ______ cinema from early short films to full-length _______ films, during which period the foundations of filmmaking were established – e.g. ______________, the principles of lighting and continuity ______ and an extensive range of ___- __-_____, including _______ shooting. Alan Crosland's, The ____ ______, starring Al Jolson - the first feature film with a __________. _________ court case which prevented studios from owning all phases of the __________, _________ and exhibition process ('vertical integration') which led, in the 1950s, to the emergence of ___________ film production and agents producing films for the Hollywood _______ to distribute and exhibit. Although not the first examples, ___________, portable ________ were produced suitable for hand-held use (which had an immediate impact on __________ filmmaking and were used by a new generation of directors in France – French ‘___ ____’ directors). More __________ use of _________- _________ ________, most significantly pioneered by Industrial Light and Magic in the 1970s, resulted in a move away from filmed ‘_______ _______’ to visual effects created ________ in post-_________ to the computer generated imaging of characters in films. Technology/development used in your first US Film Reason why it was used by the filmmakers Technology/development used in your first US Film Reason why it was used by the filmmakers Technology/development used in your first US Film Reason why it was used by the filmmakers
- 12. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 10 - SPECIALIST WRITING TASK: The last film for Component 1 is the US independent film. There is a piece of writing for this which you will have read and learned from. Use the boxes underneath to write down 4 important things said in the writing of your choice. Then, explain what each means in your own words. After this, give an example of a key scene where this idea is seen. Finally, explain how the writing has helped you to understand your film in more depth. What this idea means in your own words: Description of key scene related to this idea: Description of key scene related to this idea: Description of key scene related to this idea: Description of key scene related to this idea: How the specialist writing has developed your understanding of the film: Name of specialist writing and author: Idea 1: Idea 2: Idea 3: Idea 4: What this idea means in your own words: What this idea means in your own words: What this idea means in your own words:
- 13. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 12 - COMPONENT 1 REVISION TASK: Component 1 is made up of 3 films from the US. Two of these are to be compared. Use the individual boxes to first describe how a key scene reflects the genre, narrative, context and characters. Then, when all are completed, use the boxes in the middle to list overall similarities and differences between the two films. Remeber to use film language as much as possible for ALL sections. Film 1 - US US Film produced between 1930 - 1960 Film 2 -US Film produced between 1961 - 1990 Genre Narrative Context Characters & themes Genre Narrative Context Characters & themes SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES
- 14. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 11 - COMPONENT 2 REVISION TASK: Each film in Component 2 has a specific focus. For this revision task, describe what happens in 3 key sequences from your chosen film. Then, choose one sequence and explain how the focus is shown in that sequence through the use of mise-en-scene, cinematography or editing. Film 1 - Focus Narrative Film 2 - Focus Representation Film 3 - Focus Aesthetics / Film style
- 15. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 13 - CINEMATOGRAPHY PART 1 TASK: Cinematography is broadly made up of the following aspects of film language: camera angles, shot sizes, camera movement and lighting/ colour. For this revision task, look at the description of camera angles & shot sizes and follow instructions for each by explaining what the effect of each is and then write down an example from one of the films you have studied. CAMERA ANGLES SHOT SIZES •HIGH •LOW •CANTED •EYE LEVEL •BIRD’S EYE •WORM’S EYE The camera is above the subject The camera is below the subject The subject appears tilted Camera is level with subject’s eyes Camera is high in the air Camera is low on the ground EXPLICIT DESCRIPTION IMPLICIT IDEA: THE DRAMATIC EFECT AN EXAMPLE FROM ONE OF YOUR FILMS •Extreme long shot •LONG SHOT •MEDIUM LONG SHOT •Medium/Mid shot •Medium close-up •Close-up •Big close-up •Extreme close-up Subject is far away Whole subject can be seen Top of head to thighs Top of head to waist Top of head to chest Top of head & shoulders Whole head A part of the head EXPLICIT DESCRIPTION IMPLICIT IDEA: THE DRAMATIC EFECT AN EXAMPLE FROM ONE OF YOUR FILMS
- 16. Smooth sideways shot.Aka, ‘crab’ Naturallightsource,oftenjustthesunormoon Fewshadowsandanevenamountoflighttocreateagenerallybrightstyle Camera moves forward, fixed position •pan •tilt •ped •dolly •track •zoom •crane •steadicam •pov GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION DAY 14 - CINEMATOGRAPHY PART 2 TASK: Cinematography is broadly made up of the following aspects of film language: camera angles, shot sizes, camera movement and lighting/ colour. For this revision task, look at the description of camera movement & lighting. Follow instructions for each by explaining what the effect of the element is and then by writing down an example from one of the films you have studied. CAMERA MOVEMENT EXPLICIT DESCRIPTION IMPLICIT IDEA: THE DRAMATIC EFECT AN EXAMPLE FROM ONE OF YOUR FILMS Camera moves up and down-nodding Camera moves left or right-shaking Not placed on tripod, held ‘in hands’ Camera moves smoothly in the air Camera lens moves forward or back From perspective of a person Camera looks forward,sliding up or down •THREE POINT LIGHTING •KEY LIGHT •LOW KEY LIGHTING •HIGH KEY LIGHTING •AMBIENT LIGHTING •BACK LIGHT •SILHOUETTE •Chiaroscuro Shinesdirectlyuponthesubject Useofkey,fillandbacklightstoilluminatesubject Strongcontrastsbetweenlightanddarkresultinginalotofshadowandhigh-keyareas Thedarkshapeandoutlineofsomeoneorsomething Keylightplacedbehindthemainobjectorcharacter Usesalotofdarkertones,shadows,andblackstocreateagenerallydarkstyle LIGHTING
- 17. SETTINGS AND PROPSCOSTUME, MAKE-UP & HAIR GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION DAY 15 - MISE-EN-SCENE TASK: Mise-en-scene is a French word that literally means ‘staging’. In film studies, this refers to everything that you can see in a scene and the process of what this suggests to an audience. Performance can also be considered an aspect of mise-en-scene so that has been included also in the ‘facial expression & body language’ section. For this task, add a range of examples for each element of mise-en-scene for each film and, for each example, describe what that example suggests or allows the audience to learn. Example in one of your films What it suggests Example in one of your films What it suggests FACIAL EXPRESSION AND BODY LANGUAGE Example in one of your films What it suggests POSITION OF PEOPLE AND OBJECTS Example in one of your films What it suggests
- 18. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 16 - EDITING AND SOUND TASK: Editing involves the choices made in placing one image after another. The speed of moving from one image to another is referred to as the pace of editing and the choices made in getting from image to another are the transitions. For this task, watch your films and list different examples of different transitions and then write down why you think each transition was used. In terms of sound, 5 different types of sound are listed and for each try to describe at least 1 example of each. Then, note whether the sound was diegetic or non-diegetic, contrapuntal or parallel and then why you think t was used. EDITING TRANSITIONS Transition Examples from your films Why the examples were used Jump cut Fade-out Dissolve Cut Away Wipe Match-on action Graphic Match USES OF SOUND Use of sound Example in at least one of your films Diegetic or non-diegetic Contrapuntal or parallel? Why it was used Soundtrack Score Sound effects Dialogue / voice over
- 19. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 17 - COMPONENT 1 FILM LANGUAGE TASK: Component 1 is made up of 3 films from the US. Use the individual boxes to make notes on what aspects of film language are especially important to each film. The film language examples could be from any sequence, any part of the story or focused on any particular character, but the most effective notes will be detailed, precise and consider audience reaction too. Film1-USUSFilmproducedbetween1930-1960 Film 2 -US Film produced between 1961 - 1990 Cinematography Mise-en-scene Sound Editing Film 3 -US Independent film Cinematography Mise-en-scene Sound Editing Cinematography Mise-en-scene Sound Editing
- 20. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 18 - COMPONENT 2 FILM LANGUAGE TASK: Component 2 is made up of 3 films from outside of the US. Use the individual boxes to make notes on what aspects of film language are especially important to each film. The film language examples could be from any sequence, however, aim to make notes on aspects of film language that suit the focus of each film. This has been noted for you below. Section A: Global English language film Focus: Narrative including genre Cinematography Mise-en-scene Sound Editing Cinematography Mise-en-scene Sound Editing Cinematography Mise-en-scene Sound Editing Section B: Global non-English language film Focus: Representation Section C: Contemporary UK film Focus: Film style / aesthetics
- 21. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 19 - TRICKIER TIMELINE REVISION TASK: Each box has an image relevant to the period of time in the timeline. Unlike the first revision task for this, there are no gaps to fill in so instead you should aim to write down the exact wording from the timeline for each box. If you cannot write down the exact wording, write in as much as you can recall for each period of time. Technology/development used in your first US Film Reason why it was used by the filmmakers Technology/development used in your first US Film Reason why it was used by the filmmakers Technology/development used in your first US Film Reason why it was used by the filmmakers
- 22. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 20 - COMPARE & CONTRAST COMPONENT 1 TASK: Below are a series of comparisons covering a wide range of different aspects of each film. Using as much film language as possible, make notes comparing and contrasting the characters you identified for your Component 1 films. EVEN BETTER: Turn these into full sentences as a way of being able to answer exam style questions. MALE CHARACTERS SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES FEMALE CHARACTERS SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES BEGINNING OF FILM END OF FILM CONTEXT NARRATIVE ADULTS YOUNGER CHARACTERS
- 23. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 21 - SPECIALIST WRITING TASK: Use the boxes underneath to develop your understanding of the specialist writing and how it has improved and developed your understanding of your chosen film. For revision on Day 10 you began to analyse your film using ideas from the specialist writing. For this task, try to complete the task without looking at the writing again. First, describe a key sequence from your film. Then, write down a quote from the specialist writing of your choice. Finally, provide a detailed analysis of the key sequence, explaining how the specialist writing helped you to develop your ideas further. Howthequotedevelopedyourunderstandingof thekeysequence Aquotefromyourchosenwriting: Descriptionofkeysceneusingfilmlanguage: Descriptionofkeysceneusingfilmlanguage: Descriptionofkeysceneusingfilmlanguage: Descriptionofkeysceneusingfilmlanguage: Aquotefromyourchosenwriting: Aquotefromyourchosenwriting: Aquotefromyourchosenwriting: Howthequotedevelopedyourunderstandingof thekeysequence Howthequotedevelopedyourunderstandingof thekeysequence Howthequotedevelopedyourunderstandingof thekeysequence
- 24. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 22 - DETAILED COMPONENT 2 REVISION TASK: Each film in Component 2 has a specific focus. The focus of the first film is narrative; explain the 3 acts in your film and list any narrative techniques or devices used. For your second film the focus is representation: make notes on who is being represented, whether it is a positive or negative representation and then examples of film language that creates this representation. For the final film, note the different visual styles seen in your film and aim to list 3 of them. For each example of film language, list how that film language creates that specific visual style. Section A: Global English language film Focus: Narrative including genre Act 1 Act 2 Act 3 Narrative techniques and devices REPRESENTATION OF YOUNG PEOPLE REPRESENTATION OF ADULTS REPRESENTATION OF MEN REPRESENTATION OF WOMEN VISUAL STYLES OF FILM MISE-EN-SCENE CINEMATOGRAPHY EDITING Section B: Global non-English language film Focus: Representation Section C: Contemporary UK film Focus: Film style / aesthetics 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3
- 25. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 23 - COMPONENT 1 REVISION CLOCK TASK: A revision clock works by spending one hour of revision writing down specific notes or ideas for just 5 minutes at a time. For this piece of revision for Component 1 revision, spend 5 minutes writing down everything you know or recall about 1 aspect of your learning around Component 1. This could be 5 minutes on a specific film, character, genre, comparison, differences, the timeline or a specific type of film language. Then after 5 minutes, move on and do 5 minutes more on a new topic. In the 5 minutes you have for each section, aim to fill the entire segment you are writing in.
- 26. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 24 - COMPONENT 2 REVISION CLOCK TASK: A revision clock works by spending one hour of revision writing down specific notes or ideas for just 5 minutes at a time. For this piece of revision for Component 2 revision, spend 5 minutes writing down everything you know or recall about 1 aspect of your learning around Component 2. This could be 5 minutes on a specific film, character, genre, narrative technique, representation or film style, or a specific type of film language. Then after 5 minutes, move on and do 5 minutes more on a new topic. In the 5 minutes you have for each section, aim to fill the entire segment you are writing in.
- 27. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 25 - COMPONENT 1 EXAM QUESTIONS TASK: The Component 1 exam is 90 minutes long and comprises of 5 question in total. For this revision task, you will only find the first 3 questions on your two mainstream US films. The other two questions can be found on Day 27 and 28. The first two sets of questions are stepped questions and this means that you need to think carefully before answering the first question as it may affect what your answer needs to be for later questions. Using your revision from earlier activities, have a go at answering these questions here. If you run out space for the last questions use lined paper to add extra detail. Identify one adult character in your chosen film. [1] Briefly describe the identified character in your chosen film. [4] Explore how adult characters are presented in your chosen film, referring to key elements of film language in at least one key sequence from your chosen film. [10} Identify one example of cinematography in your chosen film. [1] Briefly explain what this example of cinematography typically suggests. [4] Explore how this and other examples of cinematography are used in at least one sequence from your chosen film. [10] Compare the differences between the main characters of your chosen films. In your answer, you should consider: •How the theme is presented through use of key elements of film language. •The importance of the theme to the narratives of the films. •How key themes/messages from the films are similar or different. [20] Question 1-USUSFilmproducedbetween1930-1960 Question 2 -US Film produced between 1961 - 1990 Question 3 - US film comparative study
- 28. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 26 - COMPONENT 2 EXAM QUESTIONS TASK: The Component 2 exam is 90 minutes long and comprises of 3 stepped questions. This means that you need to think carefully before answering the first question as it may affect what your answer needs to be for later questions. Using your revision from earlier activities, have a go at answering these questions here. If you run out space for the last question use lined paper to add extra detail. Section A: Global English language film Focus: Narrative including genre Identify one example of sound in your chosen film. [2] Section B: Global non-English language film Focus: Representation Section C: Contemporary UK film Focus: Film style / aesthetics Briefly explore how your example of sound is used in one key sequence of your film. [3] Explore how this and other relevant examples of sound are used in at least two key sequences in your chosen film. In your answer, you should consider: • how sound is used to enhance meaning for the audience in the film • what the use of sound contributes to communicating meaning in two key sequences • how sound enhances the audience’s understanding of narrative. [15] Identify one key theme in your chosen film. [1] Briefly describe how this theme is important to your film’s narrative. [4] Briefly explore how key aspects of film language are used to present this theme in one key sequence. [5] Explore how key themes or messages are used to represent gender in your chosen film. In your answer, you should consider: •How the themes you identified are presented via film language •How gender is represented throughout the film. •The impact of context in understanding the key themes or messages [15] Identify one element of mise-en-scene used in your chosen film. [1] Briefly outline how this element of mise-en-scene is used in your chosen film. [4] Briefly describe how mise-en-scene helps to create the mood or style of your chosen film. [5] Explore how the mood or style of your chosen film creates audience reaction. Refer to at least one key sequence of your choice. In your answer, you should refer to: •The visual look or aesthetic of the film •Relevant aspects of cinematography, mise-en-scene and editing •Any relevant aspects of context. [15]
- 29. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 27 - COMPONENT 1 TIMELINE QUESTIONS TASK: The Component 1 exam is 90 minutes long and comprises of 5 question in total. For this revision task, you will find a range of examples of question 4, which is focused on the Timeline of Technology. These questions are generally worth 1 mark each, but the questions which require a longer, more detailed answer may be worth more. Try to practice these questions a few times, getting quicker the more you practice and hopefully without having the timeline in front of you! Which film company was responsible for the colour technology used in BECKY SHARP? What technology was first used in the late 1950s? Which directors used lightweight, portable cameras? What was significant about the year 1927? What decade did Garrett Brown make an important invention? ILM was a company founded in the 1970s to help create CGI for STAR WARS (1977). What does CGI stand for? What technologies were developed “as a response to the growth of television and the corresponding decline in cinema attendance”? The use of an extensive range of mise-en-scène, including location shooting were developed between what years? Give examples of two elements of technology from the timeline used in your US mainstream film. Name your film. What did the development of the steadicam allow camera operators to achieve? Name the Big 5 and the Little 3 The JAZZ SINGER starred who? Who Directed the film BECKY SHARP?
- 30. GCSE FILM STUDIESREVISION DAY 28 - COMPONENT 1 US INDIE FILM TASK: The Component 1 exam is 90 minutes long and comprises of 5 question in total. For this revision task, you will find 3 examples of question 5, which is focused on the US Indie film and the specialist writing. The first 3 questions for the paper can be found on Day 25 and question on the timeline on `day 27. These questions, worth 15 marks each, are a large chunk of your overall GCSE grade so you should aim to write in detail and at length for at least 15 minutes. If you need more space, use lined paper to add further detail. Remember; you MUST refer to your chosen specialist writing by name and by quoting some of the key ideas-previous revision tasks will help with this. ExampleQuestion 1 Example Question 2 Example Question 2 Explore how one example of specialist writing on the chosen film you have studied has deepened your understanding of the film. Refer to at least one key sequence from your chosen film to illustrate your answer. In your answer, you should: •identify the example of specialist writing •briefly describe one key idea from the example of specialist writing you have studied •outline what this key idea suggests about your chosen film •show how your views of your chosen film have developed as a result of reading the specialist writing. Explore how far you agree or disagree with views that are shared within the specialist writing on your chosen film? In your answer, you should: •identify the example of specialist writing •briefly describe one key idea from the example of specialist writing you have studied •explore how your views agree or disagree with the specialist writing •show how your views of your chosen film have developed as a result of reading the specialist writing. Use one sequence from your chosen film to illustrate your views. Explore how far you agree with the views that are shared within the specialist writing on your chosen film. In your answer, you should: •identify the example of specialist writing •briefly describe one key idea from the example of specialist writing you have studied •outline what this key idea suggests about your chosen film •show how your views of your chosen film have developed as a result of reading the specialist writing. Use one sequence from your chosen film to illustrate your views.
- 31. Get ready fortomorrow. Know when your exam starts. Know what time you need to be there. Know how you’re getting to the exam. Prepare the clothes you’re going to wear. Check your pencil case/stationery. Basically- be prepared for tomorrow morning to avoid last-minute and unnecessary stress Spend time with others. You’ll have been spending so much time in your head revising and preparing for your exams that spending time with people and talking about something other than exams will do you and your mental health the world of good. GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION DAY 29 - RELAX TASK: Sleep. Relax. Do nothing. Seriously! If you’ve been revising every day for the last 28 days you should be full of knowledge, ideas and information. This means that you can relax, confident in the effort that you’ve made so far. Of course, if you haven’t been revising now is the time to go back and complete any incomplete activities or worksheets to get you up to speed. Below are some other activities you can do to relax and prepare for the exam. If you’re particularly keen on revising still, you can do man of these activities whilst still revising in some way, but make sure you get plenty of rest! Do some exercise. This doesn’t have to be a huge workout, but getting your heart rate pumping is a great way to expel some energy get your blood flowing and allowing you to feel refreshed afterwards. Eat well. Your body and brain need fuel so ensure that you eat! However, this doesn’t mean junk food or foods high in sugar-these foods often cause people to have a reaction afterwards, known as a ‘crash’-treat your body and mind well with some nourishing and healthy foods. And maybe a small treat for all that revision you did! Listen to music. A great way to relax is to listen to some music and to take your mind off of the up-coming exam. Listen to some of your favourites to get excited and emotional or try something new to get your brain active and energised. Take a dog for a walk. Get some fresh air and spend some time with your dog. Or, if you don’t have a dog, walk someone else’s dog. Just spend time with a dog. Dogs are great. Read something. Stimulate your brain in advance of the exams or choose something a bit more relaxing and unwind by reading rather than worrying about your exam. Get some sleep! Rest is vital; your film exams are long and require a lot of writing. Get plenty of rest beforehand to make sure that your batteries are charged and ready.
- 32. FILM 1: CONTEXT GENRE /NARRATIVE CHARACTERS KEY SCENES GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION DAY 30 - COMPONENT 1 EXAM! TASK: Time for your first film exam! You’ve revised, you’ve prepared, you’ve relaxed and you’re now ready to crush this exam. Here’s some last minute revision for you to complete that focuses on the key ideas and aspects of each film. Question 1 (15 marks) Question 2 (15 marks) Question 3 (20 marks) Question 4 (5 marks) Question 5 (15 marks) FILM 1 - 20 minutes FILM 2 - 20 minutes FILM 3 - 25 minutes TIMELINE - 5 minutes INDIE FILM: - 20 minutes FILM 2: CONTEXT GENRE / NARRATIVE CHARACTERS KEY SCENES FILM 3: SPECIALISTWRITING title: Key quote 1: Key quote 2: Key quote 3: Key quote 4: KEY SCENE 1: KEY SCENE 2: KEY SCENE 3: COMPARISON CONTEXT CHARACTERS GENRE / NARRATIVE / THEME TIMELINE 1895 1895-1927 1920s 1927 1935 1948 1950s Late 1950s 1970s 1990sonwards First moving images Silent cinema Studio system THE JAZZ SINGER BECKY SHARP ParamountCourtCase 3D & widescreen Handheld cameras The steadicam CGI FILM 1: FILM 2: FILM 3:
- 33. FOCUS: Film style;‘aesthetics’ GENRES: NARRATIVE: THEMES: FILM STYLES: KEY SCENES: CONTEXT: FOCUS: Representation: ethnicity,age and gender GENRES: NARRATIVE: THEMES: REPRESENTATION: KEY SCENES: CONTEXT: FOCUS: Narrative including genre GENRES: NARRATIVE: THEMES: NARRATIVE TECHNIQUES: KEY SCENES: CONTEXT: GCSE FILM STUDIES REVISION DAY 31 - COMPONENT 2 EXAM! TASK: Time for your second film exam! You’ve revised, you’ve prepared, you’ve relaxed and you’re now ready to crush this exam. Generally the morning of an exam you need to get up early, eat well and do your best to remain prepared and focused on achieving the best grade you can. Question 1 (20 marks) Question 2 (25 marks) Question 3 (25 marks) 5 mins to double- check answers. - 25 minutes - 30 minutes - 30 minutes