Sergio Leone - Style

Style

  • Wide Image Format (Techniscope)
  • Great Depth of field.
  • Extreme close-ups (staging of duels), often on face of hero, alternating with wide views.
  • Expanded time: extended staging of duels, close observation of details, sparse dialogue.
  • Important role of music (composed by Ennio Morricone).
  • Moments of calm in conversations; enhanced sound effects.
  • Very violent scenes, often using slow-motion effects.

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