Part B;
The tone set by Jim Henson, the director, is within the fantasy genre. The owl you first see lets the audience know immediately that it's a fantasy film, as owls are associated with magic and witchcraft.
The mood of this film is fantastic reality, meaning it's partially real-world, partially fantasy. Right from the very beginning we know that it has many mystical elements, the reflections of the owl show us that's we're not in the real world.
The director creates the tone and mood with the music. Underground by David Bowie is a darker, magical sounding song. He also uses reflections to give the film a fantasy world feel.
The opening appeals to the audience because it takes them away from the real world, which is often the reason these type of films are made.
Good description of the mood with the support of some film techniques. But you still have A LOT to do! Move onto your closer analysis of four film techniques. Start by describing each one and including two specific examples. Then check my blog and the handouts for ideas on what to include in your explain/ analyse section for Merit/ Excellence.
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