Exercises
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Taylor's University
Shubashini a/p Subramaniam / 0367697 / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media/
Video & Sound Production VSP60104
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By now you should have already watched:1. Lalin, 2. Everything, everywhere, all at once.
Based on each of the movies,
1. Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.
2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?
4. What is the Climax scene in the movie?
5.What is the theme of the movie?
Answer the questions twice, separately for 1. Lalin, 2. Everything, everywhere, all at once.
Lalin
1. Which part is Act 1, Act 2, Act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.
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Act 1 – Setup: The film introduces Lalin, a young woman in Thailand who hides her acne behind a face mask, revealing deep insecurities about her appearance. She constructs a carefully curated online identity through heavily edited Instagram posts, presenting an idealized version of herself. This act establishes the central conflict between her real self and the persona she showcases online.
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Act 2 – Confrontation: As Lalin continues to maintain her dual identities—real and digital—the emotional strain begins to take its toll. The pressure to live up to her online image intensifies, leading to moments of vulnerability, self-doubt, and increasing emotional conflict. Her interactions and inner dialogue underscore the psychological burden of hiding her true self.
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Act 3 – Resolution: The story reaches a turning point as Lalin chooses to face her insecurities head-on. In a powerful moment of self-realization, she removes her mask, symbolizing her willingness to embrace her true self. This final act marks her journey toward authenticity, self-acceptance, and emotional liberation.
2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?
The inciting incident occurs when Lalin receives a critical comment on one of her Instagram posts, questioning the authenticity of her edited appearance. This unexpected confrontation forces her to begin questioning the truth behind her online persona.
3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?
The midpoint is defined by Lalin’s deep internal conflict as she reflects on the growing gap between her true self and her online image. This moment of introspection and emotional vulnerability signals a shift in her awareness and sets the stage for the choices she must make.
4. What is the climax scene in the movie?
The climax unfolds as Lalin, overwhelmed by insecurities and external expectations, confronts her reflection in the mirror. This emotionally charged scene captures her inner turmoil and the weight of societal beauty standards. Through powerful visuals and somber cinematography, the moment serves as a decisive turning point—forcing her to either continue hiding or begin embracing her real identity.
5. What is the theme of the movie?
The central theme of Lalin is the journey toward self-acceptance in the face of societal pressures and curated online ideals. It explores how social media can distort self-image and the courage it takes to reject artificial standards in favor of authenticity and self-love.
Everything Everywhere All At Once
1. Which part is Act 1, Act 2, Act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.
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Act 1 – Setup: The film opens with Evelyn Wang, a Chinese-American laundromat owner overwhelmed by family tensions, financial troubles, and a deep sense of dissatisfaction. Her strained relationships with her husband Waymond, daughter Joy, and father Gong Gong heighten her emotional stress. The story takes a dramatic turn during an IRS meeting, where Evelyn is suddenly drawn into a multiverse conflict by Alpha-Waymond, an alternate version of her husband, who reveals she is the only one who can stop the multiverse from collapsing due to a powerful threat—Jobu Tupaki, a version of Joy from another universe.
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Act 2 – Confrontation: As Evelyn begins to jump between alternate universes, she learns to harness different skills and gains a broader understanding of her own potential. In doing so, she encounters Jobu Tupaki, who has grown disillusioned with life after witnessing the vast meaninglessness of infinite possibilities. Evelyn’s journey through these chaotic realities challenges her perception of identity, purpose, and family. Throughout the act, her internal and external conflicts intensify, pushing her to confront existential dread and the fraying bonds with her loved ones.
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Act 3 – Resolution: In the final act, Evelyn rejects nihilism and embraces love as her guiding force. Rather than battling Jobu Tupaki, she reaches out to her with empathy and emotional understanding. This act of compassion helps Joy rediscover hope, leading to a heartfelt reconciliation between mother and daughter. Evelyn’s newfound clarity brings healing not just to her family, but also to the fractured multiverse. The film concludes with a message of acceptance, as Evelyn becomes more present, grounded, and connected to those around her.
2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?
The inciting incident occurs when Evelyn meets Alpha-Waymond during an IRS appointment, and he reveals the existence of the multiverse and her critical role in saving it. This moment disrupts her ordinary reality and propels her into a cosmic battle that challenges everything she knows.
3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?
The midpoint is marked by Evelyn’s exposure to Jobu Tupaki’s “Everything Bagel,” a black hole-like object representing total nihilism. This moment forces Evelyn to confront the overwhelming emptiness that can come from infinite choice and causes her to spiral into existential doubt, questioning whether anything truly matters.
4. What is the climax scene in the movie?
The climax unfolds when Evelyn chooses to meet Jobu Tupaki not with resistance but with compassion. She reaches out to her daughter with love, affirming the beauty of imperfection and human connection. This pivotal decision breaks through the emotional despair, restoring harmony within both their relationship and the multiverse.
5. What is the theme of the movie?
Everything Everywhere All at Once explores the search for meaning in a chaotic, infinite universe. It tackles existential themes like identity, free will, and nihilism while ultimately asserting that love, kindness, and human connection are what give life purpose—even when everything feels meaningless.
(based on StudioBinder article) - https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-color-theory-definition/
Colour theory is basically how filmmakers use colours to tell a story or show emotion. Different colours can make us feel different things, so directors and cinematographers choose them carefully to match the mood or message of a scene.
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Red = love, danger, passion
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Blue = calmness, sadness, loneliness
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Yellow = happiness or sometimes madness
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Green = nature, envy, sickness
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Teal and orange are super common in movies because teal is great for backgrounds and orange makes people’s skin tones pop.
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Colours can also be complementary (opposites on the color wheel, like blue and orange), or analogous (next to each other on the wheel, like green and yellow-green).
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Filmmakers also use warm vs. cool tones to make a scene feel cozy or distant.
Colour Correction vs. Colour Grading
(based on Vimeo blog) - https://vimeo.com/blog/post/color-grading-vs-color-correction-explained/
These two steps happen during post-production, and they’re both about adjusting how the movie looks, but they’re not the same thing.
- Colour Correction = Technical Fixes
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This is where you fix problems with the original footage.
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Like adjusting the white balance, exposure, and color consistency between shots.
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It's more about making everything look natural and even, especially if lighting wasn’t perfect during filming.
- Colour Grading = Creative Look
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After correcting the footage, colour grading is where you add a specific style or emotion.
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It’s more artistic, and it helps set the tone of the film.
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For example, a horror film might be graded with cold blue/green tones to feel eerie, while a romance might use warm pinks and soft light.
