A review on Blade Runner 2049

This is the poster of Blade Runner 2049

At the start, the scene of Blade Runner 2049 is same as Blade Runner, which is giving the information of replicants. The replicants are synthetic humans which are bioengineered by the powerful Tyrell Corporation to work on off-world colonies.

This is the eye of replicants

In 2049, replicants have been integrated into society as servants and slaves. One replicant, K, works for the LAPD as a ''blade runner'', an agent who hunts down the ''retires'' rogue replicants.

The main character, K

In pursuing an early type of chain clone Sapo routine tasks, the 8 K have surprisingly found that the finding enough to threaten human and now hundreds of millions of artificial person order between slaves, obey a clone of human depends on their internal validity, and they were created in the service of the host this kind of thought, a lot of things can be the system get a mess.

Joe had reason to believe that the discovery of K would lead to a clone uprising, so order K to destroy the evidence.

K goes against the order and returns to a distant farm for clues, but the clues are still vague, as the powerful electromagnetic pulse that led to nearly all of the data records went extinct years ago.
So K can only use the old-school investigation to find the former silver wing killer rick decker and work together to solve the terrible conspiracy that is about to subvert human society.

He has a girlfriend but that is not real - she is an artificial intelligence product of the replicant manufacturer Wallace Corporation. She is called Joi, which I think is the most likely to be the femme fatale in this film. Although she is not real, she still has the emotion of people. I think she is the most similar to the real people(human). She is the woman who cares the most about K. When K is working with the case, she is helping and encouraging him. She is the character which I like the most in this film.

K's holographic girlfriend, Joi

K and his girlfriend Joi works together

The picture of Luv

One interesting thing is that, although this is a neo-noir film which uses some noir elements, in this film, there are lots of women who are independent and powerful. For example, Luv, which is a replicant, and also a killer. She is cold and it seems she doesn't have any emotion of a human. She just obeys the order of Niander Wallace. She can do anything to achieve the goal she wants, or Niander wants.

The picture of Joshi

Another pretty strong woman is Joshi. She is a member of the Retirement Division of the LAPD. She is the superior of officer K and she is also a Blade Runner. She is really masculine and she is powerful. She will do anything to protect the city. 

Another interesting plot in this film is that the former Blade Runner Rick Deckard's is kidnapped by Luv and her men to the CEO of Wallace Corporation, Niander Wallace, the scene in the film Blade Runner which shows the lover of Deckard, Racheal, is shown again in that time. This makes the two films have the connection between them. I think this is really interesting.

This is the scene of Racheal, which has shown in Blade Runner as well

At the last, K is dying peacefully from his injuries when he goes and saves Deckard. In that scene, he lies down to see the sky which is snowing, this connects with the scene of Deckard approaches Stelline, when Stelline is also watching the snow. I think this scene is really good and beautiful.

The snow scene in the near end

The short film of preliminary task

This is the film of the preliminary task. And a great thank Cynthia, who helped me with the script, the filming and editing. Also, thanks to Egbert who is our actor and our actress Ellie Gardiner.
Here is the film, hope you enjoy it!

A brief of going to the local indie cinema

Last Friday, we went to the local indie cinema 'Kinokulture' in Oswestry to see the Into Film Festival(about this Festival, I've written a post for it) showing of Blade Runner 2049.
These are the photos that I've taken in the cinema:

The photo of Melissa and I

My own photo with the screen

Kinokulture is Oswestry's boutique cinema which operates out of a renovated church hall near the town centre. It organises a regular programme of films and live performances. It also organises a Saturday morning Kids' Club.

The outside of Kinokylture Cinema

The screen of the cinema

 The community cinema

the place for the audience seat in the cinema 

This cinema is also a community cinema. This kind of cinema is any volunteer-led and non-profit organisation that shows films in its community. The community cinema is special. First, it is run by audiences as it is for audiences, and give communities the power to choose the films that they want to see, when they want to see them. The atmosphere in the cinema is warm and friendly, in which every audience member can feel welcomed and secure. The films that are taken by community cinemas seriously. They offer audiences varied and adventurous programming, bringing world cinema, classics and the very best new releases to audiences across the country, as well as short films, documentaries, animations and archive footage.
Also, community cinemas are the social heart of their community, providing opportunities to discuss and debate film and create connections between people who might otherwise be isolated. This makes community cinemas take an important role in society and also in films. Since the discussion can make the film becomes more famous.

The independent film

An independent film, independent movie, indie film or indie movie is a feature film that is produced outside the major film studio system, in addition to being produced and distributed by independent entertainment companies. Independent films are sometimes distinguishable by their content and style and the way in which the filmmakers' personal artistic vision is realized. Usually, but not always, independent films are made with considerably lower budgets than major studio movies.

Generally, the marketing of independent films is characterized by limited release, but can also have major marketing campaigns and a wide release. Independent films are often screened at local, national, or international film festivals before distribution (theatrical or retail release). An independent film production can rival a mainstream film production if it has the necessary funding and distribution.

Into Film Festival

This year, from 8th November to 24th November, the Into Film Festival, which is the largest youth-focused film festival in the UK was run.

Here is a video of Into Film Festival:

The Into Film Festival boasts everything. From specialist films to exclusive previews of upcoming blockbusters, as well as inclusive SEN and autism and friendly screenings, it has something to offer everyone.

The tickets of Into Film Festival are free to book for everybody. And when you attend the Festival, you will have access to get a programme of 130 or more films, which are chosen specifically for schools, this is including audio-described, subtitled and autism-friendly screenings. You can also have age-appropriate talks that are from actors, directors and industry experts.  There are also some workshops and career advice and flexible and engaging resources to support pre - and post-screening work.

Educators actively and directly feed into the development of the Festival programme, and 98% of teachers surveyed felt the Festival activities were valuable to the broader education of young people, and 80% said the festival is useful in helping to deliver the curriculum. 

There is a comment by James Coder, a science teacher at Fortismere Secondary School:

"I think the Festival is a great opportunity for students to not only learn in a different environment but experience things in a different way, it helps develop relationships between students and also teachers and students. It's surprising the impact it can have."

I think this Festival is really good for students, especially media students. Since it is a good opportunity for them to learn more about films. Students can know more about the careers in the filmmaking. And the talking from actors, directors and industry experts can give more information to students which makes them get extra knowledge of film outside the lesson. They can get the chance to watch the films. This is good because some of the students don't really go to the cinema. 

The storyboard for task

I have created a storyboard which contains 5 images of one scene. Each of the images contains camera shots and angles, focused and deliberate editing and a close focus on sound both diegetic and non-diegetic.
Here is the storyboard:

New script for task

I've changed my script with my friend Cynthia. Here is the new script:

FADE IN:

EXT.DETECTIVE EGBERT’S OFFICE – EVENING

On the ground floor of the big building in the centre of New York, an office is for the private detective Egbert.

DISSOLVE TO:

EXT.DETECTIVE EGBERT’S OFFICE – DOOR – EVENING

At the end of the corridor, there is an office with a sign on the door – Detective Agency. CYNTHIA, an actress in a small company in New York, was walking straight towards this room quickly and calmly. She was wearing a dust coat and holding a wallet. Even the door of this room was open, she still knocked the door. Then she went in.

DISSOLVE TO:

INT.DETECTIVE EGBERT’S OFFICE – OFFICE – EVENING

The office was messy and there were books and files everywhere. EGBERT, the owner of this office, a famous private detective in New York, was reading a book and laying his legs on the desk. There was a bottle of whisky which was almost empty. He heard the sound of opening the door but he didn’t give a glance. Cynthia walked towards to the desk where Egbert was sitting.

THE DESK

CYNTHIA

Sir?

EGBERT

（No response）

CYNTHIA

Excuse me, sir?

EGBERT

(Still no response, and he held the glass which is full of the whisky)

CYNTHIA

(Put the bag on the desk and leaned forward)

Sir, I come for ……(a bit annoyed)

EGBERT

Just say then. (unconcernedly)

CYNTHIA

My fiancé was missing.

                                                                 2.

EGBERT

Go out and turn left,  police office is on your right.

CYNTHIA

I’m accused by his family.

EGBERT

Unfortunately.

CYNTHIA

It wasn’t me. I received some messages from him on the morning after he disappeared.

(Show the messages to EGBERT, the messages were on the phone)

<Messages>

FIANCE(LUISE)

Honey.

CYNTHIA

Luise! Where have you been?!

FIANCE(LUISE)

EXTREME CLOSE UP OF THE PHONE:

But, Lo, the hand of him delivering me up is with me on the table.

CYNTHIA

What do you mean?

FIANCE(LUISE)

Just remember this, honey, don’t come for me.

CYNTHIA

Luise?

CYNTHIA

What happened?

CYNTHIA

Luise?

CYNTHIA

Luise?

INTERCUT MESSAGES

                                                                 3.

EGBERT

(took his legs off the desk and stood up)

This becomes interesting finally.

(walked wobbly for several steps, accidentally swept the glass with whisky off the desk and then fell down)

CYNTHIA

(Stood in the same place)

Sir? You are drunk sir……

My view about the script

After I talked with Cynthia, I found that I had to change lots of part of my script. And while talking, I got more inspiration for my script than before. Cynthia gave much good advice. I think writing script is harder than I expect. Sometimes I have no idea of my script. And I find that having a discussion with somebody else is really helpful. I can find out more ideas than just writing it myself.
This script I think is better than the other that I've written before.

Voicethread for Blade Runner (example for neo-noir)

I've created a VoiceThread for Blade Runner, which shows how the elements in the film related to film noir.
The address of the voicethread

If you want to write some comments about it, I will be really happy.

The poster of neo noir

Neo-noir is the films that are basically noir influenced films made from 1960 onwards. This type of film is influenced by the film noir styles of 1940s and 1950s.

I've created a poster to show what is neo-noir and some examples that show the characteristics and the elements of neo-noir related to film noir.

Testing script

Today, Melissa and I tested the script of our preliminary task in the media class. We worked with other two girls. Here is a video blog about this work. I hope you enjoy it!

The script of my preliminary task

I am writing my script for my preliminary task. This is a plot for a film noir. And here is a part of my script:

And I also analyse it:(as shown below)

When I am writing the script, I find that it is not really easy. First, I don't really know about the format, and I write in the wrong format. Therefore, I have to rewrite it. And I have to think about the story. Every time I think, I get a new idea, that makes me change the description of the scene and the dialogue. I and Melissa are doing together, so we discuss the script a lot. I hope I can write a better one after discussing with Melissa.

The Femme Fetale

In the class, we have learnt about femme fetale, which is a character in film noir. And I want to use this blog to show what I know about femme fetale.

This is the femme fatale in Double Indemnity which is acted by Barbara Stanwyck

The introduction

The figure of the 'femme fatale' is a French term meaning deadly woman. She is an irresistibly beautiful woman and uses her sexuality to seduce men and lure them into dangerous situations to serve her own selfish interests. She is mysterious, double-crossing, gorgeous, intelligent, powerful, unreliable and desperate.

The hair, make-up, jewellery and cigarettes are symbols of femme fetales' sensuality. They are very concerned with slick clothing styles that signify what has been described as 'to-be-looked-at-ness'.

The femme fetale often wearing slick clothing

Make-up & hairstyle

The make-up of femme fetales has emphasized the brows, eyes, and lips. Eyebrows play a major role in showing facial expressions, so they usually have clear, shaped and high arc eyebrows to give a strong look. The red lips which bring out the sexiness of them.

The femme fetale always has clear, shaped and high arc eyebrows and the red lips

The femme fetales always have their hair down to make them sexier. Their hair colour is always solid black, deep dark brown, auburn, brown, or platinum blonde. The style of hair is either long, side-parted waves like Rita Hayworth or shorter pin curls like Elizabeth Taylor. The waves and curls of the hair show the softness femine of femme fetale. All of these styles have a similar point: they all show the forehead of femme fetale.

Shorter pin curls style of femme fetale(Elizabeth Taylor)

long, side-parted waves style of femme fetale(Rita Hayworth)

Demeanour of Femme Fetale

Femme fetale is independent, strong and sexy. They have been seducing men, and are already experienced in the art of seduction. The character in the movie always become powerful and independent, they control the man and decided the life of themselves.

Analyse of Femme Fetale

Here I have a picture of femme fetale and I'd like to analyse it.

She is holding a cigarette which is a symbol of femme fetale's sensuality. She is a beautiful woman which makes her be more attractive and sexy. She has a clear, shaped and high arc eyebrows which bring a strong look. Although this is a black and white visual style, we still can see that she has red lips which bring out the sexiness of her. She has a solid black hair which is long and side-parted waves which is the hairstyle of femme fetale. She looks sexy and strong. Also, she seems to be independent.