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Singapore Shorts '25 feat. Ema Tan's (Cuscus) & Ms Gladys' films
Film Lighting 101
IMPACT
Storytelling – by setting an overall tone that aligns with the narrative,
Character development – where lighting reflects the inner turmoil or clarity of a character,
Visual emphasis – drawing the viewer’s eye to specific elements within the frame
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS
Strategic use of natural and artificial light,
Deliberate shadow placement to sculpt scenes and guide the viewer’s eye,
Contrast manipulation in post-production for heightened drama
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