Analysis
Here are the elements which will help with your analysis of the short film “Light My Fire” directed by Bobb Barito.
The structure is chronological, as the film follows the characters over the course of a few hours. The director uses a circular structure for the film, which begins and ends with fireworks scenes.
The short film focuses on Miles, the main character. Miles is a middle-aged man who wants to avenge his daughter, Lucy, who has been beaten by a teenage boy named Clark.
The physical setting of the short film shows that the events take place in the US on the 4th of July. The main events take place at Miles’ house and at Clark’s house. The social setting of the short film mainly deals with issues such as violence against women and the concept of masculinity.
When it comes to cinematic techniques, framing is very important, and the director uses a combination of shots. The choice of camera angles helps involve the viewer in the events, while lighting adds to the tense atmosphere.
The sound used in the short film helps viewers have a better understanding of the setting. The sound of the 4th of July fireworks, for instance, plays an important role in the circular structure of the film and has a symbolic nature as well.
You can find a full analysis of the short film in the following pages.