In the scene “Good Cop, Bad Cop” from The Dark Knight there is a prominent fight for control between the Batman and the Joker. Throughout the scene the cinematography creates tension through lighting, framing, effects, camera movement and performance. The scene takes place in an interrogation room, to signify the authority figure and the criminal fighting for power.
In the beginning the Jokers dimly lit from the lamp on the desk. The light is coming from a low angle to make his figure dark. This represents the judgment of darkness within him. From the low key lighting setup, it transforms into high key lighting, which revels Batman who was lurking in the shadows.
The framing within the scene enhances the subject’s personalities and character
In the beginning the Jokers dimly lit from the lamp on the desk. The light is coming from a low angle to make his figure dark. This represents the judgment of darkness within him. From the low key lighting setup, it transforms into high key lighting, which revels Batman who was lurking in the shadows.
The framing within the scene enhances the subject’s personalities and character