Meaning in Film

1. How do we know if this film will meet our expectations?
   Our expectations of the film are set up by the mood and actions in the trailer. Since trailers are         released to increase anticipation, the film itself does not maintain the same idea we get from our expectations. If the film does meet our expectations, we will know because the same themes that are are prominent in the trailer will be the main focus of the film. For example, the trailer for The Fault in Our Stars focuses solely on the relationship between Augustus and Hazel and everything seems to go perfectly. The greater portion of the movie does focus on the idea of this, so we can be sure that the movie fits our expectations. 


2. What meaning are you getting from the clip?
   The following video clip shows Hazel and Augustus on their trip in Amsterdam when they spend their time becoming closer. Augustus takes Hazel to a restaurant in order to let her experience something separate from her cancer. Despite her attempts to resist him in order to protect him, Hazel is dragged into his charm and sincere affection for her. The viewer can how they are both falling in love. 

3. How is that meaning created?
   The romantic mood is created by the setting of the restaurant. The setting creates an intimate feeling in which Augustus and Hazel are alone. The bright lighting creates a hopeful tone for the relationship between the two and for their lives beyond cancer. Since the shot focuses only on the two of them, the viewer can see the film's focus on their relationship.