Drunk-Punch Love: Film Analysis

Cinematography shows us the special participation camera movements and lighting have on every film. It makes us see movies in the way that the director wants the audience to see it. Analyzing the movie Drunk-Punch love was a challenge because of the many cinematographic elements shown in it, but it was worth it.

The film starts with the character Barry, seated on a desk that is placed lonely and close to the corner. He is shown in a wide shot using a blue suit that camouflages him with the background giving the viewer the sense that he is comfortable where he is and not trying to stand out. This gives hint that Barry has an anti-social personality. The shadows and obscure lighting in the frame give the impression that Barry has pent himself in his own “man cave” when he experiences

Following this scene, Barry goes back inside showing a dark silhouette of him in his desk. This being an indicator that each time he is in an uncomfortable situation he goes back to his desk where he is safe. At this point Barry has the courage to go out to the street and look for the piano. When he is in front of the piano, he is shown from three different angles, meaning this that he is vulnerable from every side when he is outside of his comfort zone. He returns to his place making haste with the piano, showing he has a great fear of the outside world. Furthermore, every time Barry goes into the office where he placed the piano, a big light is always shown and a flare comes up. This gives us the impression that Barry has truly stepped outside of his comfort zone and took a risk retrieving the piano. When Barry opens the piano, a light flashes into his face hinting at the audience that he may have overcome his fear of bringing in something from the outside to his