GRAMMAR OF THE SHOT

After I have studied the shooting techniques used in movies such as Matrix and Blade Runner in order to give that futuristic-dystopian reading of the architectural elements within the shots, I have decided to go back to the site and I have tried to apply the same techniques myself. 

Although the technical result is not amazing (due to the lack of correct technical equipment and shooting skills) the exercise has been really useful in order to experiment and experience the spatial techniques I am investigating.

Shooting the short movie below made me more aware of the spatial experience within the cinematic context and this will be really useful for the development of my project.

My intention is to get more professional and correct equipment and to go back to the site again to see how far I can push the exercise in order to improve my project.

The image below shows some basic shooting techniques

 

SCOMPOSING IN LINES

 

The conceptual  drawings above show how the architecture of the National Theatre can be scomposed and perceived just in vertical and horizontal lines.

I was really fascinated by the extreme verticality and horizontality of the architectural shapes because these are the interesting elements you can use in the cinematic grammar in order to create that dystopian effect proper of the kind of movies I am analyzing. 

FURTHER ANALYSIS OF SCI-FI MOVIES

The analysis below expresses the spatial movements and theories behind the making of some of the most known and influential movies within the context of dystopian futures and architecture.

I have tried to analyze these aspects from the grammar shot point of view in order to understand the techniques which allow to create a certain dystopian and oppressive feeling of fear and anxiety through architecture and space perception. 

I have then tried to spot the similarities between these shots and the Southbank architecture.

THE MATRIX

 

 BLADE RUNNER