TECHNICAL CONVENTIONS
Mise en scene
o Locations used often reflect the mood of the song
o Props – used in accordance to the lyrics or to set the scene
o Lighting – helps to create different atmospheres
​Christina Perri – ‘A Thousand Years’
- This slow tempo, love song uses shots of the artist singing in an empty room filled with candles, with candles being often associated with nostalgia and calmness, relating to the lyrics of the song. The plainness of the room with white walls also adds to the emotion filled song with white being a colour of innocence, purity and clarity.
- The dim lighting illuminated by the props of the candles in the room help to set the melancholic atmosphere. The focus on the artist and the shallow depth of field create a romantic, hazy feel along with the nostalgia as the light of the many candles become a distant blur.
​o Costume - creates a specific image of the artist, differs depending on genre of music and concept
​Lady Gaga – ‘Bad Romance’
- Lady Gaga is known for her wild style and controversial image and in this video Gaga continues to sell that image with bold costumes and wire nail accessories, creating an edgy, strong effect.
