DESCRIPTION (uses lots of adjectives) In the ___________ scene of The Dark Horse, a ___________ screen is shown and the audience hears a ___________ and a low constant note in the background. As the visuals start, ____________ and soulful piano music is played. The rhythm is ____________ and consistent. We hear the distant rumble of thunder and ____________ rainfall. Then a slow and ___________ male voice is heard chanting in Maori, followed by a loud knocking sound.
ANALYSIS The low __________ note in the background suggests that there is always something going on in the character's mind. The slow ________ of the music causes the audience to feel ___________ and sad. There is a pause between each note that has a ___________ effect on the listener. The piano music slows the listener's _____________ and increases their awareness and sensitivity to seeing the man walk down the high street in the rain. The director intended for the audience to be __________ aware of what is going on at the start of the film and for them to ____________ with the central character. Overall, the effects of these multiple sounds create a soulful and sad mood to open the film.
Activity Slot the words into the gaps: intrigued; heartbeat; empathise; long; acutely; smooth; distant; slow; intense; opening; peaceful; speed; loud; black; constant