| Author |
Topic:
Cinematography of ROTS.
|
qui_gon_jinn_83
Registered:
Sep '02
|
Date Posted:
5/29/05 5:20am
Subject:
Cinematography of ROTS.
- Date Edited:
5/29/05 5:22am (1 edits total)
Edited By:
qui_gon_jinn_83
|
Saw a thread like this over in the "ROTS spoiler allowed" forum, but it seems like people there have an urge to de-rail the thread, so I figured I'd post one here also.
This film is very beautifully shot I think (like all of the PTs IMO), so let's hear what you like (and don't like) about the visuals here!
A current favourite of mine is the Emperor returning with the remains of Anakin to Coruscant. The thunder and rain is very, very foreboding. The Emperor just looks plain evil also, the way he has his hands close to his stomach in that classic Emperor "pose".
I haven't read much about this particular scene, so I figured I'd give it a mention here.
It also works rather nice when cutting to the serene and quiet medical facility where Padme will eventually die.
-----signature-----
Throatwobbler Mangrove
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
bswb
Registered:
Dec '00
|
Date Posted:
5/29/05 3:40pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
I've felt that the cinematography in ROTS is probably the strongest of the entire saga. There are so many memorable images and camera movements. Heck, just look at the entire opening shot. I've NEVER seen anything like that before.
Some other outstanding visuals:
-Grievous' four saber march towards Obi-Wan
-Anakin's approach shot to the Jedi Temple
-The side view wide shot of Anakin and Obi-Wan dueling while a lava blast shoots straight up into the air
-Palpatine and Yoda dueling as they rise into the senate chamber
ROTS won't win any awards for acting, writing, or directing, but I seriously hope it gets some nods for cinematography and music. It's simply a beautiful film to experience.
-----signature-----
"Would it help if I got out and pushed?" "It might!" Mike's hockey blog: http://www.mikechenwriting.com/blog Freelance Writing & Consulting: http://www.mikechenwriting.com The rants of the Empire's Grumpy Moff: http://grumpymoff.blogspot.com (rated PG-13)
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
goodfellas
Registered:
Jun '03
|
Date Posted:
5/29/05 3:45pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
I LOVE the opening shot, especially the nose dive into battle.
Vader's mask coming down, all the shots of Coruscant, Mustafar and Kashyyk.
I especially love Anakin gazing out at the clouds blocking the Mustafar sun. So amazing.
-----signature-----
Senator Government for President 2008 :america.gif
more like UNwise
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
beezel26
Registered:
May '03
|
Date Posted:
5/29/05 4:05pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
|
I liked the scene before the jedi confronted Palps, I mean the foreboding music between Anakin and Padme with Coruscant in the background and the sun is setting. Definitely cool.
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
Darth-Seldon
Registered:
May '03
|
Date Posted:
5/29/05 6:45pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
The scene of Anakin looking into the skyline from the Jedi Council Chamber while Padme looks out at the sunset is rather brilliant.
-Seldon
-----signature-----
Isaac Asimov was an innovative genius All posters are equal but some posters are more equal than others. Barack Obama & Joe Biden 2008 
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
Darth_Sailant
Registered:
Sep '04
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 4:01am
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
I agree – the cinematography of ROTS is one of its’ (many) strengths.
A current favourite of mine is the Emperor returning with the remains of Anakin to Coruscant. The thunder and rain is very, very foreboding. The Emperor just looks plain evil also, the way he has his hands close to his stomach in that classic Emperor "pose". I haven't read much about this particular scene, so I figured I'd give it a mention here. This scene is indeed very powerful - you may have noticed that my new(ish) icon reflects that... 
Overall ROTS has the strongest visuals of not only the prequel trilogy, but almost certainly the SW saga as a whole.
-----signature-----
"Darth Plagueis was a Dark Lord Of The Sith, so powerful and so wise he could use the Force to influence the midi-chlorians to create life".
"Do what must be done, Lord Vader. Do not hesitate. Show no mercy".
"The time has come. Execute Order Sixty-Six".
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
stormcloud8
Registered:
May '02
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 7:42am
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
|
But are the visuals SO good that moving on to ANH is a shock?
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
Darth-Seldon
Registered:
May '03
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 8:44am
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
I don't think it is.
ANH is a different time, the empire has taken control and things are more rough and gritty.
The original trilogy on DVD seems to fit with the prequels. They may not be as colorful or vibrant, but it does work.
-Seldon
-----signature-----
Isaac Asimov was an innovative genius All posters are equal but some posters are more equal than others. Barack Obama & Joe Biden 2008
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
Darth_Sailant
Registered:
Sep '04
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 10:21am
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
But are the visuals SO good that moving on to ANH is a shock? Not quite "a shock", no. However, it's true to say that the galaxy gets an awful lot smaller from A New Hope onwards, and the OT still looks as though it were made first, despite the (amazing) clean-up job produced for the DVD release.
Personally, and largely for the above reasons, I will continue to watch the series in order of release: 4,5,6 followed by 1,2,3. Not that I consider that a problem... For continuity in terms of filmmaking, I think it's better that way.
-----signature-----
"Darth Plagueis was a Dark Lord Of The Sith, so powerful and so wise he could use the Force to influence the midi-chlorians to create life".
"Do what must be done, Lord Vader. Do not hesitate. Show no mercy".
"The time has come. Execute Order Sixty-Six".
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
qui_gon_jinn_83
Registered:
Sep '02
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 5:38pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
I watched the film again yesterday, and this time I was frankly stunned by the beauty of Padme's funeral.
In terms of beauty, I think this is THE scene in the Star Wars saga.
Even the queens makeup suggests such a strong sadness.
I am very impressed by this scene.
-----signature-----
Throatwobbler Mangrove
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
IceGambit
Registered:
Jun '02
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 6:10pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
Anakin staring at the Mustafar sun amidst the clouds and the single tear on his face is such an amazing sequence. There are a lot of very powerful images in ROTS, though.
I don't know if the opening long shot showing the space battle can fall under the realm of cinematography, since it was entirely fabricated on a computer. Cinematography is the way the DP (director of photography)lights a set and the kind of camera and film stock he uses. Since that opening shot involved no camera to produce, Lucas and the animation team deserve all the credit.
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
GARTH_MAUL
Title: Photorealistic LACWAC Manager
Registered:
May '02
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 9:08pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
Right - it's interesting that 1/2 of Lucas' directing is directing the animatics/CG teams.
Some other favorites:
- Obi-Wan flipping out of his starfighter
- the Star Destroyer and Invisible Hand firing side-by-side
- the camera panning in a "twist" when Obi-Wan emerges riding Boga
- close-ups on the eyes of Grievous and Obi-Wan
- the "lightning cam" shot when Palps zaps Yoda in the Senate basement.
- the reverse shot when first Vader appears on Sidious' desk as a holograph, then switches to the Emperor as a holograph with Vader watching on Mustafar.
- the shot where Obi-Wan jumps BACKWARDS! onto the pipe, and the camera pans around, giving a sense of vertigo.
-----signature-----
Dustin + Tina =  Clone Wars discussion is in LACWAC forum!!! TCW Dec. 5th: Cloak of Darkness!
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
arrowheadpodracer
Registered:
Apr '02
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 9:18pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
|
I think the shot of Yodas cane hitting the ground (during the execution of order 66) is one of my favorites. I'm immediately sucked into the detail of the cane, then the shot pans up to see Yoda, crumbling.
-----signature-----
just a simple man trying to make my way in the universe.
(]####[]####[/(++++++++++++++++++++++++++++-
I feel like a slice of butter melting on top of a big ole' pile of flapjacks
bah rum ba bum bum
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
GARTH_MAUL
Title: Photorealistic LACWAC Manager
Registered:
May '02
|
Date Posted:
5/30/05 11:17pm
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
Order 66 is particularly well done. I get sad, but also angry because I want to see more of those planets!  
-----signature-----
Dustin + Tina = Clone Wars discussion is in LACWAC forum!!! TCW Dec. 5th: Cloak of Darkness!
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
Kiki-Gonn
Registered:
Feb '01
|
Date Posted:
5/31/05 6:47am
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
|
I thought the opening battle was amazing. Spaceships have never looked more real. There's a dirtiness to the textures that just makes it seem like you could reach out and touch them.
-----signature-----
^^^^^^^^^ If I wasn't so tired, I would have said something really clever
"My greatest weakness? It is possible that I'm a little too awesome." Barack Obama
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
Billy_Dee_Binks
Registered:
Mar '02
|
Date Posted:
5/31/05 9:13am
Subject:
RE: Cinematography of ROTS.
|
-Bail walking up to the Clones. The scene gives you a sense of hidden danger and lies.
-Anakin and Padmé's first reunion in the movie. Darkness everywhere apart from the middle which reveals the outlines of the two. With the little shown you still get a great impression on both's reactions. I especially like Hayden's devil-like glaring smile.
-the first shot of Mustafar (showing the area Anakin's Jedi Starfighter is to land.
-the Kashyyyk battle as a whole
-seeing Mace out of Palpatine's perspective
- Palpatine's revalation to Anakin in his Office (especially with the wall art decoration)
- the Opera House. The one shot with the giant bubble in the middle and Anakin looking to the left in reaction to Palpatine's speech/ pause.
-----signature-----
I like all six Star Wars Episodes equally.
|
Locked Topic |
Active Topic Notification |
Private Message |
Post History
|
