The first Blade Runner is a 1982 science fiction film directed by Ridley Scott, based on Philip K. Dick’s novel Electric Dreams. In that era of film and television special effects just emerging, the picture performance of Blade Runner is very advanced, it can be said that it is one of the pioneers of Post-cinematic affect.
The chaotic buildings built by cg technology are hidden in the hazy fog and the neat dam is in sharp contrast. The front’s smooth electronic music and dazzling numbers create a sense of silence and suspense, and the calm feeling is hidden in the dark tide. The combination of gloomy and gray scene tones and low electronic music represses the audience’s emotional feelings to a certain extent, and the audience’s emotions are accumulated to a certain threshold. Then the electronic music suddenly excited, with the dam water pouring down, the emotion suddenly released. There’s no such emotional tension if it’s just pictures. This audio-visual sensation is achieved by combining scene design and music.
Hans Zimmer’s combination of traditional instruments and electronic music is also very subtle, and the melodies are wide open to shock the audience’s eardrums. The film’s deep, electronically-synthesized music works well with the futuristic sensibility the film aims to convey. This fusion of music and scene enhances the emotional resonance of the audience.
Summary
Blade Runner 2049 inherits some of the characteristics of the previous film, such as in the sense of atmosphere and style, the film is integrated into the audio-visual aesthetics through a strong sense of atmosphere and unique artistic style. The city’s neon lights, gloomy atmosphere, and futuristic architectural elements give the film a unique look and feel. The interplay between cinematography and set design is the key to Blade Runner 2049’s beauty, while the collaboration with music is the key to sensory shock. Even those who have not understood the previous work and the world view of the audience can also have this sequel: “It is beautiful, also very good, just like the art in the exhibition hall is as exquisite, even if you can not fully understand the details of the plot, even if you can not find the right words to describe, but also willing to enjoy it.” Look and feel.
References
Warner Bros. Pictures. (2017）BLADE RUNNER 2049 – Official Trailer [YouTube video].
Peter Francis. (2017). Blade Runner 2049 Iconic Music – Flying Car to San Diego Junk Yard Scene. [YouTube video].
Screen Themes. (2018). Blade Runner 2049 (2017) – ‘Mesa’ scene [1080p]. [YouTube video].
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