German Expressionism (RECAP)

If German Expressionist films were silent, how did the audience understand the underlying themes of the films?

• Through voice-over narration
• By reading subtitles
• Through visual storytelling techniques - Mise-en-scene

What is the term used to describe light/dark lighting?

• Chiaroscuro

• Glow
• Brightness

(a)   was renowned for their work in German Expressionist filmmaking.

What type of lighting technique was often used in German Expressionist films?

• Bright lighting

• Shadows and Silhouettes

• Natural lighting

What kind of editing/content was found in German Expressionist films?

• Chronological ordered scenes

• Dream sequences, Flashbacks, Distorted Chronology

• Natural/Realistic content

Why couldn't German Expressionist films keep up with the scale of mainstream films?

• Lack of interest from audiences
• Poor quality of actors
• Limited budgets and resources (Hyperinflation)

• They had too much money

What is a feature of German Expressionist Costuming/Characters?

• Soft and flowing dresses

• Exaggerated/heavy/dark makeup

• Bright and vibrant makeup

• Minimalistic and subtle costuming

Why did characters often emphasize their movements?

• To confuse the audience
• To showcase their fashion sense
• To practice their dance moves
• To convey internal emotions

When did Expressionism take off?

• 1910s

• 1940s

• 1960s

• 1980s

Which of these is a key German Expressionism film?

• Jaws

• The Grand Budapest Hotel

• The Cabinet of Doctor Caligari

• The Curious Case of Benjamin Button