Transitions

The Butterfly Effect

This movie is the definition of transitions! Throughout the film, you are continuously transported through memories as well into new story lines by cross cutting. The same tragic event happens in both stories, but they are cross cut with the new events that change his course of action. You also experience a ton of flashbacks. 

Camera Movement in Birdman

Camera Movement:

Birdman 

This clip shows how the director used a lot of handheld camera movement. You can see this how it moves back and forth between Emma Stone and Michael Keaton. This entire movie has amazing camera movement, most admired for it's long shots that make it seem like it was filmed all in one take. 

The Road Home & Symbolism

The Road Home

The symbolism in The Road Home was very dynamic throughout the film. One of the symbols I payed most attention to was the color red. The scarf, pin, and coat were all important objects that made appearances consistently throughout the film. I felt this symbolized the love and connection between Di and the teacher. Di also uses the red yarn to loom the sign for the school. It is one of the first connections between Di and the teacher, as well as representing the schools new beginning. 

I enjoyed watching the beautiful love story unfold in The Road Home. If you're looking for a tear-jerker, this is the perfect film!