Features of the Use of Choreographic Forms in Film

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to identify the features of the use of choreographic forms in film works. Research methodology. The method of analysis and synthesis, theoretical method, system method, typological method, method of comparative analysis, method of art history analysis were applied. Scientific novelty. The problems of using choreographic forms in film production were studied in a historical retrospective and an author’s typology was proposed. Conclusions. The use of choreographic forms allows the author to significantly expand the boundaries of the work, taking into account the features of the cinematic environment: from the use of different frames to camera movements, from tricks to editing. In turn, cinema is one of those media that makes choreographic forms reproducible. According to the results of the study, it can be stated that: in cinema, the use of choreographic forms is determined by the correspondence of the functional purpose (attraction, representation of a choreographic work as part of cultural heritage, strengthening the emotional impact of an episode, revealing the character’s personality), which depends on the forms and genres of the film work, the plot and the director’s vision. Among the styles and directions that directors turn to are the choreographic forms of ballroom dance, classical dance, stage ballroom dance, modern dance, contemporary dance, street dance). The most common choreographic forms in cinema are small choreographic form (solo, duet), large (ensemble) choreographic form, musical and dance form, and entertainment form). Common to all choreographic forms used in cinema are such components as kinetic dynamics, rhythmic pattern of dance and the level of its correspondence to the musical component, playing of the spatial component, synchronisation/asynchronisation of dancers’ movements. To enhance the emotional component, feature films usually use small choreographic forms (solos and duets), which allows for a wide variety of representation of feelings (tenderness, passion, love, hatred, anger, joy, struggle, loss, sadness, freedom). Ensemble forms are most often used to reveal the narrative component and enhance the spectacle of the film.