Superhero Conventions in Spiderman(2002)

     Many films within the superhero genre contain many conventions, that are associated with the superhero genre specifically. Even if the film is a parody, or a skit of a certain film, they can still contain conventions from the superhero genre. The film Spiderman(2002) is no exception. 

    First of all, a convention that spiderman contains, (and probably one of the most important ones) is the costume. Every superhero needs a costume, which identifies themselves as the superhero. This can be for many reasons. The main is to hide that hero's identity. The character usual reasoning for consuming their identity, is to protect those that he loves. This is what Peter decides to do. He produces a bright red and blue costume, with the Spiderman logo on the chest. The logo is also another convention for superhero films. A logo's purpose is to make us remember this superhero. We should be able to identify a superhero, just by looking at their logo. For example: in Spiderman(2002), Spiderman's logo, is the top-down spider. As soon as we see the spider logo, the viewer instantly thinks of Spiderman. Every good superhero film must have a villain. Someone who isn't invincible, but someone who does appear a threat to the main hero, and conveys to the audience as a strong challenger to the hero. In this case, the Green Goblin (Spiderman's nemesis) is the villain. His helmet scares the viewer, with it's feral and sharp looks. Also, the film contains many fight sequences where the Green Goblin does manage to defeat Spiderman, and the Green Goblin does manage to hurt the ones he loves, after his discovery of Spiderman's true identity, only moments after a recent duel they had in a burning building. Without a villain, like the Green Goblin, there would be nothing the Superhero could fight against. Despite the fact the hero could just fight crime, the viewer, will be a lot more interested in watching, a super villain with interesting powers or super abilities. On most occasions, the hero has a love interest. This is someone the hero is very close with, and who is prioritised by the hero. Spiderman's love-interest is Mary-Jane-Watson; a girl who grew up with Peter throughout childhood. Of course, the villain finds a way to threaten and confront Spiderman by threatening him with her life. A lot of superhero films do this. Almost all superhero films, are hybrid genre's/ As a lot of them are also members of the Action genre. Superhero films wouldn't be as appealing to audiences, if the action factor of the film wasn't present. Mostly, the action is provided by using explosions, gunshots, police chases, criminals etc. Spiderman contains all of these factors that have just been listed. A superhero film would not be appealing without this. Spiderman is set in New York, which is an extremely large city. This is the conventional setting for superhero films, The reason this is, is because a large city means a high chance of disaster. The large buildings can be used for many opportunities for destruction, which make for great action sequences and great special effects. Finally, a superhero wouldn't be super without special abilities(according to the definition) Spiderman's abilities is to shoot out organic webs from his hands, which he uses for swinging from building, disarming enemies, and pacifying enemies. He can also climb, and has a spider sense, which is useful in many situations.

      These conventions, imply that Spiderman(2002) is defenitely a film from the Supergero genre.

Marvel And DC Comics

Marvel

      Ever since 1939, Marvel or Marvel Comics have taken  it's place as one of the worlds most famous industries, creating content such as: comics, films, books, merchandise and much more. From the beginning, where it was originally called Timely Productions, to the 1950s where it's name had changed to Atlas Comics, and finally  to present day where it has taken over the film industry under the ownership of Disney. Originally, Marvel Comics was firstly found by Martin Goodman, until Stan Lee took control after his success within his published comic books. Stan Lee created many comics such as: Iron Man, Captain America, and the Hulk. He also created Spider-Man, which publisher believed would be extremely unpopular due to the fact a lot of people dislike spiders, therefore they won't like spider man. However, Spider-Man turned out to be Marvels most important asset. Although, nothing could compare to the popularity of the Marvel Films, which have been released recently, including more to come. This includes one of the worlds most popular films, Avengers: Age Of Ultron which earned Marvel $1,405,035,767 worldwide. This is Marvels most famous film, and acts as Marvels IP(intellectual property) meaning this is Marvels main asset. The difference Marvel compared to DC, is that Marvel sets there story lines, in real places, for example: the most used setting is New York city, which is the setting for many popular superheroes such as: Spider-Man, Iron Man, and the Avengers. Since the start of Marvels film industry, starting with Iron Man 1(2008), Marvel has spread their audience, to a much older age group, due to the fact, recently in their films they have inserted gags, swear words, innuendos, and mature violence. As well as all this, Marvel has multiple TV shows: Marvel: Agents Of Shield, and Agent Carter. Despite the fact, these aren't as popular as the films and comics, they both have still attracted a significant amount of people to the franchise. Overall, Marvel is a worldwide phenomenon, and remains as one of the worlds most powerful industries, with still more films to come, including 'Phase Three' of the Marvel Film Universe.

DC Comics

     Dc Comics is an American company which specializes in the Superhero genre, as well as Marvel. It was founded in the late 1939 by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson. DC has created many comic books, films, and TV shows. Recently, DC Comics is probably at it's highest point, as films such as: Batman vs. Superman, Suicide Squad are soon to be released, as well as the currently running TV-Shows, on the CW Network: Arrow(Season 4) and The Flash(Season 2), and Supergirl(Season 1).  DC Comics is a company owned by Warner Bros, which itself was owned by Time Warner. DC's most intellectual property, is most likely Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy, including: Batman Begins(2005), The Dark Knight(2008), and The Dark Knight Rises(2012). These 3 films are DC's most popular films, especially The Dark Knight(2008) which has a reputation for being one of the greatest films of all time. DC is an industry mainly aimed at older audiences, considering there is a lot more mature violence, mature language, and a lot more darker and sinister characters(The Joker, Two Face). As well as that, there aren't as many heroes in the DC Universe, who don't actually have super powers, and therefore are vigilantes, this includes: Batman and The Green Arrow. This is also the same for the villains. Unlike Marvel, DC story lines are set in fictional places: Gotham, Metropolis, Central and Starling City. DC still remains as a strong industry with great films, and superior TV shows.

Star Wars The Force Awakens Trailer #3: Diegetic and Non-Diegetic Sound

Definitons

Diegetic Sound: This is when the source of the sound is visible on the screen, or is implied to be present by the action of the film. Examples of this form of sound include: voices of characters, and sounds made by the objects in the scene.

Non-Diegetic Sound: This is when the source of the sound is not visible in the scene or the sound has not been implied to be present in the action. This can include: the narrators commentary, sound effects which have been added for dramatic effect, or any music, theme tune, or orchestra that has been added, while the movie is in the editing process.

Examples Of Diegetic Sound

Example 1

Throughout the trailer, there are multiple previews of an undergoing spaceships battle. In these small scenes, we hear the memorable sound of what is referred to as a 'star wars blaster'. This sounds creates an atmosphere of violence, and also tells us that there is a violent battle going on in this scene. The rapid pace the single note is being played, creates a sense of hectic and panic, as the it sounds like the weapons are being fired aimlessly.

                                                                                     Example 2

 For a small part of the trailer, we see a lightsaber clash with something on the ground, the diegetic sound is that the lightsaber makes when the lightsaber makes impact with whatever its aiming at. When we hear this sound, we instantly think of a lightsaber, as it is a recognisable a memorable sound. As soon as we here this sound, we think of danger, violence and death. This automatically creates an atmosphere                                                                                       of violence and death,

Example 3

Another example of Diegetic sound is when the sith-lord says 'I will finish what he started' This creates a very dramatic atmosphere, and makes the viewer think, what is he finishing, how is he going to finish it, and what did the predecessor start?

Examples Of Non-Diegetic Sound

Example 1

At the start of the trailer, the music is just a single piano note, changing pitch whenever a different camera shot or angle is used. This creates tension, as the continuously pitch-changing note, adds suspense to the scene, which makes the viewer ask questions such as: who is the masked figure and what is he/she looking for?

Example 2

 Coming to the end of the trailer, the music massively picks up, and become a lot more dramatic, and related to star wars, which is a lot of action, and a very fast paced feeling. It makes us feel excited, and adds to the anticipation of the film. 

Example 3

 Throughout the first part of the trailer, the narrator (who presumably is the main character) is discussing what he is trying to do, what is he aiming for. We are able to understand what his views are, and that he has been trained to do only one thing, however he wants to change his ways, and help the universe.