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Mise-en-scène refers to the arrangement of everything that appears in the framing – actors, lighting, décor, props, costume – and is a critical tool in the storytelling of a film. In Mass Communication, it contributes to the audience's understanding of a scene's context and themes.

Diegesis is the narrative world of the film – everything within the film's universe, including events, characters, and objects that are part of the story. In Mass Communication, it distinguishes between what the audience and characters experience within the film's world.

Blocking refers to the precise staging of actors on a set, including their movements and positioning. In Mass Communication, blocking is used to enhance the story through the physical relationships between characters and the space around them.

Montage is a film editing technique that involves piecing together a series of shots to form a sequence, often to condense time and space. In Mass Communication, it's instrumental in shaping viewers' perceptions and emotional responses.

Cinematography is the art and technology of photographing and recording a movie, controlling visual elements such as camera angles, lighting, and framing. It's crucial in Mass Communication for affecting the mood and conveying the filmmaker's artistic vision.

An Establishing Shot is a wide shot at the beginning of a scene indicating where, and sometimes when, the remainder of the scene takes place. In Mass Communication, it grounds viewers in the film's setting and context.

Auteur Theory is the idea that a film reflects a director's personal creative vision, as if they were the primary 'auteur' (the French word for 'author'). In Mass Communication, it highlights the role of the individual in creating distinctive works within the collaborative medium of film.

Cross-Cutting is an editing technique that alternates shots of two or more lines of action occurring in different places. In Mass Communication, it creates suspense, parallelism, or contrast between simultaneous events.

Depth of Field refers to the area of a shot that appears in focus, which can vary from a single plane to a vast landscape. In Mass Communication, it influences how audiences perceive the visual hierarchy of a scene.

Shot Reverse Shot is a film technique where one character is shown looking at another character, and then the other character is shown looking back. It's an important element in Mass Communication for creating the illusion of a real conversation.

The Fourth Wall is a conceptual barrier between the story world and the audience. Breaking the fourth wall, by directly addressing the audience, alters the mode of storytelling in Mass Communication and can create a sense of intimacy.

Continuity Editing is a film editing style that aims at maintaining a continuous sense of time and space, as well as a cohesive plot across a film. In Mass Communication, it ensures that the film is coherent and easy for the audience to follow.

Narrative Structure in film refers to the framework upon which a story is told, including the plot's chronological events and the way they are presented to the audience. It's vital in Mass Communication for engaging and retaining audience interest.

Foley is the reproduction of everyday sound effects that are added to films in post-production to enhance the audio experience. It plays a crucial role in Mass Communication by adding realism and depth to the sound landscape of a film.

Diegetic Sound refers to any sound that originates from within the film's world, including sounds made by objects or characters. In Mass Communication, it adds realism and layers to the story's environment.

Backlighting is a lighting technique where the light comes from behind the subject, creating a silhouette or highlighting the edges. In Mass Communication, it can convey mystery, divinity, or separation from the background.

High Concept is a type of filmmaking in which the movie can be easily pitched with a succinctly stated premise. It's significant in Mass Communication for its market-driven approach and potential for broad appeal.

Intertextuality refers to the shaping of a text's meaning by other texts. In cinema, it involves referencing or echoing previous works within a film. In Mass Communication, it enriches content via allusion and homage, encouraging audience engagement through recognition.

Cultural Hegemony describes the dominance of one cultural group over another, often manifesting through media and popular culture. In Mass Communication, cinema has the power to propagate ideological perspectives and cultural norms.