An element I didn’t touch on in Portrait of a Lady on Fire, is the idea that music was also largely inaccessible for the characters in the time period (At least in the way we think about it today). So by doing away with a score, Céline Sciamma helped to fully transport the audience into this era with the characters.
Your analysis of Portrait of a Lady on Fire is a generous gift. I began falling in love with this film for so many reasons long before it had ended. The lack of music was one reason. Sometimes I feel that music is used to tell the viewer how one should feel but if the script, the directing, the acting and all the other elements are spot on, the viewer will elicit the intended response. In a word -Voila!
I love your analysis of the use of sound and silence in Portrait of a Lady on Fire. You've encapsulated one of the many aspects that makes this film so powerful. There are so many layers and nuances to this masterpiece. Thank you.
Thank you for your analysis of Portrait of a Lady on Fire! It's such an extraordinary film in so many ways, and I thoroughly enjoyed hearing your take on it.
This was really well-written and well-constructed, even in a SEA of Portrait of a Lady on Fire video essays. Well done! Happy to subscribe for more smart film chat.
As to the ontological status of the music at the end of "Portrait of a Lady on Fire," it is ostensibly diegetic but not necessarily so, given that no musicians are seen. This allows for wonderful subjective possibilities.
Thank you for this post. I have been trying to figure out and deal with what this film did to me and how it affected me. Still affects me. Always seeking outlets and explanations for some reason. Such a beautiful and visceral film experience. My best and favorite in my 54 years.
My Two Cents: Portrait Of A Lady In Fire is a Masterpiece! Yes, the chemistry between the actresses is palpable, but the real story is the profound love the director Ce’line Sciamma has for the actress Ade’le Haenel. This is her enduring gift of love. Timeless, forever…. In an interview, Ade’le said that Celine was someone she knew over the years. Totally dismissive of their past relationship. She is too young and immature to understand how incredible this movie tribute to her is. I wish another woman would love me with such deep feelings. Anyway, the ending is bittersweet. Most Sapphic movies are. I added a postscript: Twenty years later, a newly widowed Heloise enters Maryanne’s shop to commission a portrait. Their eyes meet. Heloise, always the bolder of the two says, “ you are unchanged……, beautiful!” Happy Ending!!!!
Absolutly loved your analysis. We need more people like you who are willing to share their thoughts and wisdom. I would love to learn more about concepts like this one and film in general. Definitely looking forward to your next videos!
wow! this is such a fantastic video. the amount of work demonstrated not just by your analysis but also the quality of your video itself is just. chefs kiss. so happy to have stumbled upon this video and very excited to see what you make next!!!
As always I'm blown away by your talent. You never cease to amaze me. I found your analysis and review of sound in movies thought provoking and fascinating. It seems I need to add a few more movies to my watch list.
I really liked First Reformed, but was not a fan of the score. That movie would have been far more powerful with no music (except for the church choir and hymnals).
An element I didn’t touch on in Portrait of a Lady on Fire, is the idea that music was also largely inaccessible for the characters in the time period (At least in the way we think about it today). So by doing away with a score, Céline Sciamma helped to fully transport the audience into this era with the characters.
Your analysis of Portrait of a Lady on Fire is a generous gift. I began falling in love with this film for so many reasons long before it had ended. The lack of music was one reason. Sometimes I feel that music is used to tell the viewer how one should feel but if the script, the directing, the acting and all the other elements are spot on, the viewer will elicit the intended response. In a word -Voila!
I love your analysis of the use of sound and silence in Portrait of a Lady on Fire. You've encapsulated one of the many aspects that makes this film so powerful. There are so many layers and nuances to this masterpiece. Thank you.
Thank you for your analysis of Portrait of a Lady on Fire! It's such an extraordinary film in so many ways, and I thoroughly enjoyed hearing your take on it.
This was really well-written and well-constructed, even in a SEA of Portrait of a Lady on Fire video essays. Well done! Happy to subscribe for more smart film chat.
As to the ontological status of the music at the end of "Portrait of a Lady on Fire," it is ostensibly diegetic but not necessarily so, given that no musicians are seen. This allows for wonderful subjective possibilities.
You're right. It's part of what makes the ending so powerful.
Thank you for this post. I have been trying to figure out and deal with what this film did to me and how it affected me. Still affects me. Always seeking outlets and explanations for some reason. Such a beautiful and visceral film experience. My best and favorite in my 54 years.
My Two Cents: Portrait Of A Lady In Fire is a Masterpiece! Yes, the chemistry between the actresses is palpable, but the real story is the profound love the director Ce’line Sciamma has for the actress Ade’le Haenel. This is her enduring gift of love. Timeless, forever….
In an interview, Ade’le said that Celine was someone she knew over the years.
Totally dismissive of their past relationship. She is too young and immature to understand how incredible this movie tribute to her is. I wish another woman would love me with such deep feelings.
Anyway, the ending is bittersweet. Most Sapphic movies are.
I added a postscript:
Twenty years later, a newly widowed Heloise enters Maryanne’s shop to commission a portrait. Their eyes meet.
Heloise, always the bolder of the two says, “ you are unchanged……, beautiful!”
Happy Ending!!!!
Absolutly loved your analysis. We need more people like you who are willing to share their thoughts and wisdom. I would love to learn more about concepts like this one and film in general. Definitely looking forward to your next videos!
Thought-provoking and entertaining. 'Diegetic' is a new concept to me. Thank you, and looking forward to the next one.
wow! this is such a fantastic video. the amount of work demonstrated not just by your analysis but also the quality of your video itself is just. chefs kiss. so happy to have stumbled upon this video and very excited to see what you make next!!!
As always I'm blown away by your talent. You never cease to amaze me. I found your analysis and review of sound in movies thought provoking and fascinating. It seems I need to add a few more movies to my watch list.
Good you include Portrait of a Lady on fire
You need more subscribers bud. Your content is really good :)
The world evolves to become louder and louder, while the artist struggles to be heard. Very poignant and strangely relevant to today's landscape.
I really liked First Reformed, but was not a fan of the score. That movie would have been far more powerful with no music (except for the church choir and hymnals).