Miracle on 34th Street

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCNbTAtD-jU

  • How does the director’s use of colour in this clip make you feel? What do you think about his use of colour?
  • When Susan approaches Santa, the director makes the viewer think they are her by using a clever camera shot. Why do you think he chose to do that?
  • Where do you think this particular clip is taking place?
  • When Susan is talking to Santa, the camera focuses on Mr Bedford. Why do you think the director used that shot?
  • Do you think Susan believes he is the real Santa?
  • Why do you think the soundtrack changes slightly when Susan tells Santa she doesn’t have a Dad anymore? Do you think this is effective?

Credit: Laura McEachran @MissLMacDonald