The kid (1921) scene analysis
Choose a sequence of 3 shots from Charlie Chaplins the kid and, shot by shot discuss Chaplins use of cinematic language to covey meaning. What tone is established and how and when does it shift? Keep in mind that editing is not necessarily covered in the shot by shot breakdown but should be considered and discussed as part of this analysis. Don’t always be literal there may be symbolic meaning in your scene.
Describe each shot
What kind of shot are employed? Close up medium long etc
What angles are used? Eye level high angle low etc
Is camera movement used and what kind pan dolly etc
What is the duration of each shot in seconds
What kind of lighting is used in the shot high key medium etc
Is there anything significant about the set in the shot?
Is there a significant use of costumes make up or props used?
What is significant about the composition of the shot