Understanding Cinematography and Colour Theory

What is cinematography primarily concerned with?

• Sound design

• Scriptwriting

• Light

• Editing

What can light take the form of in cinematography?

• Different actors

• Different genres

• Different cameras

• Different colours

What is colour theory?

• A method for directing actors

• A scriptwriting technique

• A theory about the physics of light

• A set of guidelines for colour mixing and visual effects

Who is known for contemporary studies on colour?

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Aristotle

• Isaac Newton

• Steven Spielberg

What are primary colours in film often used for?

• To make the film black and white

• To draw the eye by standing out

• To highlight a character

• To create a realistic scene

What do complementary colours create when combined?

• A 3D effect

• White, grey, or black

• A blur effect

• A rainbow

What does the Kelvin scale measure?

• The speed of film

• The warmth of light

• The brightness of a light

• The weight of a camera

What tools can be used to create a colour palette in film?

• Actors, scripts, and directors

• Camera lenses, tripods, and microphones

• Film stock, projectors, and screens

• Production design and costume, lighting, colour grade

What does a colourist manipulate in post-production?

• The script

• The actors' performances

• The levels of red, green, and blue in an image

• The soundtrack

What was a unique approach to colour in 'Apocalypse Now'?

• Avoiding the use of colour

• Using only black and white

• Flashing the negative for contrast and saturation

• Filming in natural light only