Short Film Research: Hotel Chevalier
a. Common Sound in your genre
Diegetic sound- the best thing about this short film is that I was immersed in it. The sounds of the pianist in the lobby, the phone ringing, and the shower pitter-pattering, it made for a great experience. When Natalie Portman's character turned the glass with the bug in it, opened the suitcase, and grabbed the toothbrush out of the cup, they made their respective rubbing, clunking, and clinking noises.
b. Common Mis-En-Scene (CLAMPS) in your genre
Jack's costume changes from pajamas which were not befitting of the time period to a suit. The woman moves opposite to him, starting off in more formal wear and digressing to a non-time-befitting set of pajamas, the same as Jack wore in the beginning
c. Common Editing in your genre
My favorite thing ever about Wes Anderson is his focus on symmetry. It seems so annoying and repetitive to get right, but it looks incredible and makes for a great viewing experience.
d. Example films of your genre
Hotel Desire
All Too Well: The Short Film
Munchausen
La Jetée
Hotel Chevalier
Antoine and Colette
In a Heartbeat (II)
e. What elements of the genre that you like?
I adore the symmetry of this short. I think it's Wes Anderson's greatest directing feat and the biggest giveaway that I'm watching a Wes Anderson movie.
f. What elements of the genre do not appeal to you?
I liked the short and loved the fact it prologued my favorite Wes Anderson film, but I would have preferred to not watch a film with so much sex and nudity for a school assignment.
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