Man on a Ledge - Laura

We wanted to use a variety of shots to use on the cliff, and so we got some ideas from a new thriller out called Man On a Ledge.
These have helped when making our storyboard as it has given us a variety of shots that can actually be used. Though the last one is too dangerous and there is no way that we would be able to shoot this, the others have given us some good ideas. The first three we shall use. The close-up of the feet is really good as it clearly shows the action (that he is contemplating jumping). Furthermore, as we cannot see his expression this heightens the tension as we don't know what he is thinking, and he could therefore jump anytime; putting the audience on edge.
The second shot is a very obvious shot to use; but it is essential. This is because it shows us the full height of the ledge, so that it then intensifies the fear that the audience are feeling. Moreover, we can use the editing technique of eyeline match if we use this. To do this we can have a close-up of the mans face, and then cut to this shot looking down. This will put us in the point of view of the man about to jump, and so we will feel the same adrenaline that he is feeling; further entertaining them and putting them on edge.
Finally, the third shot is also very thrilling, and so we will alos be using this one. This is because it is a mid-shot, therefore we can see his body language and facial expression, meaning we ask further questions: Who is he? Why is he jumping? Is he being made to jump? The composition also allows us to see the setting in the background, rather than just him alone. This allows the audience to again see how high up he is, by juxtaposing him with the setting.