Training day analysis

Training Day

Camera

·         Mid tracking shot shows protagonist and antagonist together

·         Mid shot to show antagonist’s dominance

·         Tracking shot shows antagonist’s iconic walk

·         Several close up shots of vehicle at different angles gives the impression that the antagonist is an unusual police officer

·         Close up to give intimidating effect from Villain

 

 

Editing

·        Green tint gives a hallucinogenic effect

·        Slow motion to give the effect that the police officer is corrupt

 

Sound

·        Low hollow, cold music builds up tension and anticipation

·        Violins give a saddened feel to the realisation that his mentor isn’t who he thought he was

·        Consistent thud represents countdown to a significant event.

·        Sinister music /rumbling creating menacing atmosphere

·        Constant thud as corrupt plotting occurs

 

Mis-en- scene

·        Cars

·        Weapons

·        Police uniform

·        Urban setting

Constant dark atmosphere