Spotlight Scene

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I was reading through the concept art scans and analysis posted by Reylophos [x] Another post here [x] and another post here [x]

“These images are a huge metaphoric exploration about the light and
the dark side of the Force, which I had long discussions with Rick
about. The wide shot of the light glimmer just hitting the two of them–
that’s the Force essentially making its decision.” – Jenkins The Art of the Force Awakens”

As someone who has studied art history, dabbled in animation layouts, always held an interest in film making and analysis, I figured I would use some of Reylopho’s interpretations and add my observations and demonstrate them onto the concept art itself. Sometimes it is easy for someone, with no prior knowledge of cinematography nor art lessons to miss these things.

As Han fails to bring his son back, who is left? Rey.

Even in this shot, as Han falls towards the light, the red lighting and darkness are envelopping Kylo Ren. The White/Blue are constrasting against the Red/Black. Light vs Dark.

Another thing I noted is, while they are deep in Starkiller Base. This entire shot is entirely artificial, man made and reflect’s the Order’s cold reliance on technology. So what is the only thing NOT man made NOR artificial? The light. It is the only thing that is natural and reflects the Force and at the same time humanity. Since Rey is atop at the source of the light, one can infer that she is going to save Kylo/Ben’s humanity. At this point, we do not know what the relationship is between Kylo and Rey, but it is clear where this will be heading.

You can see a wonderfully insightful and comedic analysis of Star Wars Episode 6 and how the movie uses the concept of nature/force/light vs Technology/Evil/Darkness including the use of music Here

A lot of thought are put into concept art. It is like a painting. Just like in paintings, movie shots are carefully planned, sketched out, layouted, concepts of color and use of lighting is extremely important. If you are interested in learning more about Art, please watch the above video. TheNerdwriter also recently made a great analysis of Harry Potter & The Prisoner of Azkaban analysis and exploring the meaning behind cinematography [HERE]