What is a VFX Plate? A VFX Plate, short for Visual Effects Plate, is a term used in the film industry to refer to a piece of footage that is specifically shot to be used in visual effects work. It is essentially a blank canvas that allows visual effects artists to add computer-generated imagery (CGI) … Read more
I. What is Depth of Field? Depth of field refers to the range of distance in a photograph or film in which objects appear acceptably sharp. In simpler terms, it is the area in front of and behind the subject that is in focus. A shallow depth of field means only a small portion of … Read more
I. What is Structuralism? Structuralism is a theoretical framework that emerged in the mid-20th century and gained popularity in various fields such as linguistics, anthropology, literature, and film studies. It focuses on analyzing the underlying structures that shape human experiences and behaviors. Structuralism argues that these structures are universal and can be studied objectively through … Read more
I. What is a Special Jury Award? A Special Jury Award is a prestigious recognition given to a film or individual at a film festival or awards ceremony. It is typically awarded by a jury of industry professionals who have been selected to evaluate and judge the entries in a particular category. The purpose of … Read more
I. What is the Producers Guild of America (PGA)? The Producers Guild of America (PGA) is a trade organization that represents, protects, and promotes the interests of film and television producers in the United States. Founded in 1962, the PGA has grown to become one of the most influential guilds in the entertainment industry. Its … Read more
I. What is a Keyframe? A keyframe is a specific frame in an animation sequence that defines the starting or ending point of any smooth transition. In animation, keyframes are used to mark significant points in time where an object’s attributes, such as position, scale, rotation, or color, are set. These keyframes serve as reference … Read more
What is Pitch? Pitch is a perceptual attribute of sound that allows us to differentiate between high and low tones. It is often described as the “highness” or “lowness” of a sound and is closely related to the frequency of the sound wave. Pitch is an essential element in music, speech, and sound design, as … Read more
I. What is Neo-Marxism in Film? Neo-Marxism in film refers to the application of Marxist principles and theories to the analysis of cinema. It is a critical approach that focuses on the ways in which films reflect and perpetuate social, economic, and political inequalities. Neo-Marxist film theorists examine the ways in which class struggle, ideology, … Read more
I. What is Abjection? Abjection is a concept that was first introduced by French psychoanalyst and philosopher Julia Kristeva in her seminal work “Powers of Horror: An Essay on Abjection.” In simple terms, abjection refers to the feeling of disgust, revulsion, and horror that arises when confronted with something that is considered taboo, repulsive, or … Read more
I. What is the Hays Code? The Hays Code, also known as the Motion Picture Production Code, was a set of industry guidelines for the self-censorship of content in Hollywood films. It was named after Will H. Hays, who was the president of the Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America (MPPDA) from 1922 to … Read more
