The Ghost Effect:
This effect is achieved by creating imposing one layer on top of another, adding a slight delay and lowering the opacity of the layer that isn't ebig delayed. This gives the impression of a person following another version of themselves. It can be seen in other films such as Richard Kelly's Donnie Darko, where Donnie follows the beam of his own time.
The effect being conveyed in "Donnie Darko":
We achieved a similar effect in the opening shot of our film, where Eddie is percieved to be following a ghost of himself. This foreshadows his death in a way and implies that it is inevitable and inescapable.
The effect being conveyed in "VIRAGO":
Fast-paced Editing:
Quick cutting is a common trend in all types of film and is used for the purpose of building tension, putting the audience in an uncomfortable state where they can't quite 'take-in' every shot they are being shown. It makes for a rather jarring atmosphere as it breaks the rythym of the rest of the films editing. It's seen in all of Edgar Wright's filmogrpahy but our films use of fast-paced editing is most similar to the suicide scene from The Royal Tenebaums directed by Wes Anderson.
Our use of fast-paced editing can be seen at the very end of our film in a scene of similar nature too. It provokes thoughts of anxiety and gives the audience a rough idea of the haunting thoughts Edward is suffering through in this depressive state.
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