The exciting thing about moon is due to its low budget it is a film we can aspire to for the making of our trailer, as we don't have a very high budget either. The incredible thing about this movie is that it shows it is possible to make a film and trailer by using up to 3 characters and locations.
Due to the low budget, the film relies heavily on lighting and non-diegetic sound in order to set the mood.The opening of the film uses a series of shots in which the credits are cleverly tracked around the scenery, i.e. from this picture, wherever the camera is moving the credits seem to turn or get smaller as the camera moves out.
The advantage of this is that it’s new and interesting, and usually credits are static. Also the colour matches with the scenery, as if the credits are part of the film world, and things like this can be done on programs such as adobe after effects.
The stunning scenery is one which catches the eye. The use of lens flares as shown through these screenshots adds to the artistic imagery. The fact that the sun is the only light source in the film world it emphasise the dark, cold environment by creating strong shadows amongst all the rocks and machinery.
Another character in the film is the robot called GERTY. His design is great in the fact that it adds a whole new element to the film from his facial expressions.
GERTYs emotions are particularly interesting as he is just a machine, however his mood and facial expressions are determined just by a limited number of emoticons. This adds effect to the enclosed and claustrophobic conditions within the confined space. Something that we can do in a room or hall if we get permission to film.
The simplicity of this film, also mixed with a great script would mean that it is possible to create similar scenes with a good lighting system and camera. The lighting in the film is like a factor which determines danger or safety. Low key lighting areas are only in places such outside or during moments of doubt, whereas high key lighting is used mostly when the character is okay.
The trailer of Moon starts off by slowly explaining the story. As the trailer progresses and the audience is aware of the general idea of what this film is about, the editing pace and music starts to pick up and this is when the trailer becomes much more exciting. The effect that this creates is that it creates tension and builds up suspense in order for the audience to be amazed and left in a cliff-hanger position thus wanting to see the whole film.
