Genre Photographs

WAR / IMAGE 1

SPY / IMAGE 2

ACTION / IMAGE 3

ANALYSIS AGAINST DISTINCT

Describe
(1) This image features a cliché sign of historical conflict. The Roman armoured hat signifies the genre of war in a very explicit way.
(2) This uses the futuristic look of the Fit Bit watch to suggest its hidden capabilities. The screen is off, so some may question what it could do. It could do anything!
(3) This image signifies the action genre quite clearly, the picture is taken while the jump is in progress, making it seem dramatic and fast-paced.

Industry
Industry for the images above is not necessarily important, however, all of them do promote their respective genres well...

Setting
(1) The helmet would typically be used within a scene of high conflict and action, or within a battle scene, which would be an integral part of a film regarding the theme of war.
(2)The setting is ambitious, as spy 'gadget' equipment can be used in any place it is necessary.
(3) One thing notable about the background is the dark clouds, which can create a sense of tension in the audience. This is a notable feature of the setting.

Themes
(1)The helmet immediately conotates war, as it is assigned to the theme of historical Roman soldiers, which are known for their strength and willingness to battle. This was a time of significant death and loss.
(2) The watch has a futuristic look, which is a convention that is regularly applied to some modern spy-centric films.
(3)The dramatic drop and suspended jump is very appealing to the audience, and the still captivates their attention. This dramatic theme is a significant point to check,

Iconography
(1) This is the single prop used within the picture. It immediately and explicitly shows the themes and connotations carried by the theme of war
(2) The main prop used in this is the watch. This is of note because of how the use of smart watches within some spy films is something that frequently appears, and it is cliché to the genre.
(3) The use of the bench in this case is used as an obstacle, and the fact that the character is jumping over it seems rather dramatic.

Narrative
Through single images, the narrative isn't necessarily explicitly shown.

Characters
The most significant use of character is within the third image, which shows the character jumping. It is worth noting the position of the jacket within the wind. This creates and carries the theme of action, as it shows significant happenings.

Textual Analysis/Mise en Scène
(1) The fact that the character is wearing the helmet also helps carry the connotations of war. It shows that there is preparation and a readiness to battle.
(2) The theme of readiness is also carried by how the character is wearing this watch, showing audience members that it may be about to be used.
(3) The bench position makes it seems as if it is an obstacle, and the action means that the character is pushing through the limits and obstacles for the audience to enjoy.