Sabotage

Mise-En-Scene

Whilst watching, in class, the film sabotage directed by Alfred Hitchcock in 1936, i analyzed it in the terms of mise on scene. This is what I came up with.

Body Language and Facial Expression

Facial expressions are very prominent in this film with many alterations and dramatic changes. E.g. Mrs. Verloc is presented to be happy with a warming smile and open body language when she encountered Steve however this was altered dramatically in the other direction when she saw Sergeant Ted Spencer. body language also changes allot in the film due, such as when Karl Verloc presents Steve with the package to deliver.  he appeared to be very paranoid quite understandably as he was nervous for he Steve to hurry and get the package delivered on time as to avoid him being blown up by the bomb inside. 

Costume Hair and Make Up

All the characters and extras featured in the film are dressed in costumes in the style and fashion of the 1930s with makeup that is relatively unnoticeable and natural looking.

Positioning of Characters in the Frame

The boy is seen to be very close to other passengers traveling on the bus. This crowded environment demonstrates quite physically the idea of being trapped and the sense of no escape from what is going to happen. Whether the boy delivers the package on time or not, he is involved in this violent act, be it unknowingly.