My textual analysis for 'Basket Case' by Green Day (1994)
Camera shots angles etc.
This music video feature frequent close ups on several band members throughout. Particularly that of the lead singer. This links to Goodwin's conventions through the use of voyeurism by selling the band by making them appear attractive.
This music video feature frequent close ups on several band members throughout. Particularly that of the lead singer. This links to Goodwin's conventions through the use of voyeurism by selling the band by making them appear attractive.
The editing also shows examples of voyeurism through its use of colour saturation and contrast. For example he bright blue and pink background is often exaggerated by increasing the saturation, making them 'pop' which actually subverts from the typical conventions of the genre.
The frequent quick cuts between each character reflects the fast pace of the song.
The mise-en-scène is a very typical aspect of this particular genre by including the instruments used (guitars, drums etc) throughout. The costume is also a very important aspect of this music video as it reflects the clothing habits of its target audience at the time in which it was created.
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