University:
Bradley University
Course:
ENG 101 | English Composition
Academic year:

2020
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25

Pages:

1
Author:

ilikemyicons0y5

Screening Journal The film Moonlight made use of many stylistic techniques. A stylistic technique that is commonly used in the film is close-ups. For example, in the third part of the film when Chiron is an adult (Black), he is driving and viewers see him from the neck up. The close-up allows for viewers to see details of the character’s face. For example, Chiron's facial hair and gold teeth. A close-up of a character’s face allows for viewers to determine emotions and expressions as well. Chiron’s facial expression was very monotone, his character displayed no emotion. He appeared to be focused on driving. Viewers are given the opportunity to see Chiron as a grown up through this usage of a close-up. Another example of a close-up is seen at the beginning of the film. When Chiron (Little) is hiding from the children that are bullying him, there is a close-up of his face. This is seen when he looks out the window to check if the children are still there. The close-up of his face displays his fear and worry. The audience is able to determine that Chiron is unhappy and scared in this moment based off his emotions and facial expressions. A narrative technique seen in the film is the use of a protagonist. The protagonist in Moonlight is Chiron. A look upon three chapters of Chiron’s life and his journey to adulthood give viewers the ability to determine that Chiron is indeed the protagonist. The film is dedicated to following his life and watching him grow. The use of a protagonist move the plot forward as well as allows for the development of the story.