Short film research: 7.2

 7.2 is a 14-minute action/dark comedy movie. Directed by Nida Manzoor, the film follows Cleopatra. A British boarding school student who was bullied and beat up to where she has lost her memory. Yet, everyone in the school hates her. She does not know who she is or why they hate her. Another girl, who claims to be her best friend, seems to be in a panic about something Cleopatra did. She ends up going on an adventure until she ends up facing off against her bully once more. This altercation results in Cleopatra gaining all her memory back.  

Common sound: Specifically, the film uses non-diegetic sound. Excluding when Cleopatra's phone ringtone goes off. This non-diegetic sound helps build the suspense and action within the film. Very similar to the sound in the movie Top Gun.  

Common Mis-En-Scene: The costumes in this movie were school uniforms. The lighting is reminiscent of an action film as it is dark, there is visible sweat and blood on the characters' faces. 

Common Editing: Though not much was done, up close jump cuts really helped boost the amazing fight scenes.  

I love how the film is centered from Cleopatra's perspective. This is so cool because we are just like her in the sense that we do not know what is going on. In a way, she is like the audience, but she is within the movie.  

I did not enjoy the language. It said a few mean words and just reminded me of going to school these days. Except nowhere near as dramatic. 


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