Aviator scene paragraph practise

The Aviator speed record scene in the drama-biography film, The Aviator uses brilliant sound and editing to bring beat and interest in the scene. Set in September thirteen, nineteen-thirty-five, the scene follows Howard and his partner as they test a new plane. The sound introduces the viewer to the time-period and setting whilst the dialogue and sound effects show us what is important in the scene. The importance of the plane as well as the showing the viewer the speed and excitement of the scene is the use of editing and cuts.

Sound and editing were successfully used in the “aviator speed record” scene to draw attention, have a beat, and to highlight important aspects of the scene. In the opening shot, the “old style Chicago” music created an element to the scene and told the audience it was set in America in the nineteen-thirties. As the plane takes off into the air, the orchestral music increases in volume and changes tune, supporting the idea the Howard in in a different element when he is flying. From then on, the music keeps in time with the cuts as the faster or more exciting moments come the cuts increase in speed. This synchronization with the music is greatly shown when, Howard first flies down and the shot's cut when to the beat of the music. At this point in the film, the music also goes lower in tone, letting the audience “feel” the shift of movement in the plane. The dialogue very much pictate Howard and his Partner's characteristics. Howard's attitude “Why should I let someone else have all the fun” shows the audience that the character is not as much into the business side of the company, but rather does it for enjoyment. This contrasts his partners character who informs Howard “After that, you're flying on vapors, and then you crash, and then you die” showing the audience that he cares for Howard and works as a limit for Howard's attitude, however has little control over him. This allows the audience to care for, and laugh with the characters, creating a bond with them, making the film more enjoyable to watch.

The “Aviator Speed Record” scene was a success in the use of sound and editing due to three main points. The synchronization of cuts and the music gives the audience a beat to follow and ties the scene together neatly. The music accompanying the scene sub-conditionally allows the audience to have a greater feel for the environment and time-period of the film. Finally the brilliant use of dialogue enables the audience to connect and understand the characters and their personalities. This scene was a success to the film due to the brilliant use of sound and editing.