Short Film Research: The Last Three Minutes/ Drama

 Common Sound in your genre

Arupt sounds were uses throughout the film. Melodic sounds were also used. This creates a soft but also engaging contrast to the film. The sounds used in this short film created an air-y atmosphere. This gives the audience the impression that the main character is reminiscing but also living through the events. 

Common Mis-En-Scene (CLAMPS) in your genre

The outfits of the characters in their designated scenes fit the settings. In one scene, one can see parents outside. The sun is bright and they are wearing countryside attire. Additionally, all the props fit the scenes except one outlier- the crystal shard. 

Common Editing in your genre

The short film slowly transitions to other scenes. This gives the audience a sense of peace. Watching the main character’s memories gently drifts by tells the audience that he is at peace. It is only at the end of the short film where the scene cuts suddenly. This represents the end of what one can assume, his life.

 What elements of the genre that you like?

We loved how emotional the short film was. In the film, one can see that the main character is reliving memories. These memories seem to be important parts of his life. We loved how everything from the tone to the theme of the short film all complimented one another.

What elements of the genre do not appeal to you?

We did not really like how the memories were scrambled. Maybe having the memories in chronological order wouldve kept us more focused. It would also make more sense for the events to happen chronologically. Overall, the film was great! We learned a lot from watching this short film.