Analysis of Zirgi

 

 

 

 

Analysis of Hurtwood Thriller: Zirgi

 

 

The video begins in creating that idea of huge suspense building up already, as the audience are not clear on what's about to happen- there we are straight in and aware of the genre, which is thriller. The first section is filmed from the back seat of the car, clearly presenting the realistic lighting and diegetic sound e.g. the engine, the car door. The lack of music and pure diegetic sounds followers through that horror/thriller theme.

 

Flashback is then used at a fast pace, catching the audience unexpected therefore forming the effect of shock. The use of held camera forms a shaky result making it look as if we're watching from the perspective of an onlooker. All of this added with the deadly silence makes the audience question thoroughly into what's going on. The light is always cleverly natural, usefully having emphasis on shadows and dark spots, keeping it continuously realistic.

 

A hand raises upon the wall, which is enhanced by lighting. This light then reflects of the blood on the hand, emphasizing the danger in the scene. Also remind us of the fact it's a thriller and perhaps it involves a killer/murderer.

 

We can understand what the narrative is about because the character within in the scene use communication and discussion, presenting us with a vague idea of the plot in the film. This together with the flashbacks, and cutting back to past situations, gives us a additional information on what the films based around. The characters are distinctly evil and dangerous; we can tell this from the use of darkness and shadow creating that creepy, ghostly and deadly result. This together with the close up shots of their faces (head shot) and suspicious movement, forms a negative character representation.