Lighting
The different types of lighting and techniques, both on set and location
The identity's Lighting
The lighting in The Identity would be one of many important visual elements in the series. Using natural lighting, lens flare techniques and set lighting to achieve certain atmospheres and tones for each scene. These techniques would be typical of the talented directorial and cinematography work of the series' chosen crew.
Natural lighting
The subtle use of natural lighting can create a realistic feel to a scene, especially if taking place in daylight or outside. It can highlight certain facial features or settings without appearing to be too harsh. Natural lighting would work very well with many daytime scenes in The Identity in order to create realism, and give a softer look in comparison to harsh evening scenes.
'The Hunger Games' Example
Lens Flare
The use of lens flare allows for a more artistic feel to a scene using daylight, creating a softer impression of the visuals. Lens flare would be well suited to lighthearted scenes in the series, such as Helen lovingly looking at her pregnant bump, and Lauren feeling hopeful on the morning bus journey to meet her parents.
'Luther' Example
'Creed' Example
Set lighting can be used to create a number of different colours and atmospheric tones in a scene. It can also be used to create contrasting colours, such as reds, oranges and purples. Suited to indoor scenes, especially set at night, set lighting opens up creative decisions and possibilities. This lighting would be suited to scenes such as the warm but shadowy bar scenes with Ethan and Lauren, warm evening home scenes in Philadelphia, and the creepy, dark scenes in Amanda's home.
Set Lighting
