Cinematography in Action Scenes

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I will be arguing that the cinematography used in toga movie action scenes has improved and evolved to fit the genre. Action scenes are often defining when considering a movies cinematographic prowess. Throughout time there has been a clear development in the way similar scenes are filmed. Starting with Cabiria (1914) epic boat scenes, chariot races, and battles have been shown on film in increasingly more captivating and entertaining ways. While evolution of technology is inevitable, planning and shot design have become more meticulous which in turn leads to better action. Fast paced scenes started off as chaotic to seem impressive and have slowed down and become more focused to evoke emotions and give weight to the action.

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Boat Scenes

Naval battles are common to toga films and have not always been portrayed understandably. They are chaotic by nature and when not made well it can be impossible to tell what is going on. Through the addition of better technology and more in-depth planning naval action scenes have become much easier to keep up with.

Chariot Scenes

Chariot races are stunning displays of speed and power. They are often big events in movies and show off massive scale and grandeur. Filming techniques used haven’t evolved much over time, but the action has become more intense and outrageous.

Battle Scenes

Battle scenes have evolved from the days of massive clusters of extras flailing around and into something more related to a choreographed dance. Editing and camera work have both improved exponentially to keep up with the ever-more complex action.

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