Assignment 3

Pjotr Sapegin's Aria, inspired by Madame Butterfly, tells the writer's story in a concise, but effective manner. I thought Pjotr's style was quite unique. The short film did not contain dialogue and portrayed its meaning without the use of words; something that is no longer common in films. The video ended with the doll disembodying herself which breaks the fourth wall. It was a sad end, non-conforming to the usual "happy ending" seen in most movies and stories. Finally, the creator's use of lighting and music was a great way to prompt the viewer's emotions. Because it's a sad story, that is an important aspect of the success of this work.