Voyeurism
The definition of Voyeurism, means the act of spying on someone whilst they're engaging in a personal, intimate time, activity or actions that are considered of a private nature. The victim is unaware that they are being watched/stalked. The act of voyeurism may also include taking photos or a video whilst the victim is engaging in their private activity.
Film sequence: http://youtu.be/jFfROj-onjk
The sequence opens on a mass of explosions and fireworks; due to the terrorist attack on the old Bailey by V accompanied by a happy, cheerful composition V is mimicking as he watches the explosion with his new accomplice Evey.
The audience are instantly aware of the new relationship forming between V and Evey due to the specific cinematography techniques used, such as:
- Racking focus: This cinematography technique is used when V is watching the explosion. It is obvious due to the change in focus from the subject (V) and the background (the explosion).
- Point of view: This cinematic technique is used frequently in this sequence due the audience following the characters gaze as they watch the explosion happening right infront of them.
- Medium long shot: This particular cinematic technique is also used frequently. It is mainly recognizable during the explosion whilst its contrasted with a point of view shot. However it is also obvious in the scene including the meeting between the Chancellor and members of government and detectives.
- Close ups: The close-up technique is one of the most easiest identifiable cinematic technique. This reoccurs consistently throughout the sequence, especially in the meeting scene due to it captures the relationship between each member, due to highlighting their facial expressions as it reflect their attitudes and relationships towards eachother (work-associates) also bitter towards the chancellors arrogant, obnoxious, rude attitude due to the power fueling his ego due to his status in parliament. However, this technique also is used to emphasis the importance of the new relationship forming between V and Evey, as he asks to be accompanied by her as they watch the explosion he plotted. The close-up is used to reflect her horror and surprise, whilst he is masked; however cleverly, the audience sub-consciously use their imagination to capture his grinning face.
Medium close-up: The medium close up is identifiable in the scene consisting of the meeting. It is recognizable featuring Creedy as he is explaining the situation to the Chancellor. However, every speaking board member is fitted with this particular cinematic camera shot type.
Male authority is key in this due to the Chancellors high camera angle in comparison to the board members low angle. This shows the Chancellors power and superiority. Another example, of superiority and male dominance is the influence that V has over Evey. He is the composer of the explosion and is therefore in control, whilst Evey watches in horror and total disbelief.
