Shot 1: a wide shot establishing the setting as a fairly typical playgrounf inside a chain link fence with a city sprawling around it

Question

Shot 2-4: a series of jump cuts showing a group of children playing kickball, playful music in the background.
Shot 5: a wide shot showing the first flakes of purple snow falling from the sky, the background music was now silent.
Shot 6: a reaction shot as the children notuce the bizarre color of the snow and begin to shout and run
Shot 7: a close up reaction of one child staring at the purple snow in wonder, reaching out to catch a snowflake on het mitten, soft music swelling in the background.

In 2 sentences, explain how the filmmaker used sound to create an effect. Then, identify one additional wat the filmmaker could use sound to enhance a specific mood.

Answer 1

The filmmaker created a playful and vibrant atmosphere during the children's kickball game with upbeat music, which enhances the sense of joy and carefree childhood. The abrupt silence that follows when the purple snow begins to fall heightens the shock and intrigue of the moment, allowing the audience to focus on the children's reactions.

To enhance the mood further, the filmmaker could introduce a whimsical, magical sound effect—like gentle chimes or a soft celestial choir—while the child catches the snowflake, emphasizing the wonder and enchantment of the purple snow.