Question

Which of the following statements accurately describes Mise-en-scène in filmmaking?

1. Mise-en-scène is a French term literally meaning 'put in the scene' and encompasses elements like framing, lighting, set design, and character movement.
2. Mise-en-scène primarily focuses on the editing techniques used to assemble a film.
3. It is a term used to describe the sound design and dialogue synchronization in a film.
4. Mise-en-scène refers to the overall visual theme and storytelling through visual elements in a production.

• A. iv മാത്രം
• B. i, iv
• C. ii, iii
• D. iv

Answer 1

Answer:

B. i, iv

Mise-en-scène is a fundamental concept in filmmaking, originating from the French term for 'putting something on stage.' In cinema, it broadly refers to everything that appears before the camera and its arrangement. This includes the composition of the shot, framing, movement of the camera and characters, lighting, set design, props, costumes, and even sound. Essentially, it's about the visual storytelling and the creation of the film's world. Directors use mise-en-scène to convey mood, time, space, and character psychology. While editing is a crucial part of filmmaking, it is distinct from mise-en-scène, which deals with the 'what' and 'how' of what is presented within the frame itself.