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How does Steven Spielberg use cinematic techniques to create excitement, realism and tension in the first battle scene of "Saving Private Ryan"?  

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GCSE MEDIA COURSE WORK By Christopher Cousins Essay Question: How does Steven Spielberg use cinematic techniques to create excitement, realism and tension in the first battle scene of "Saving Private Ryan"? The ingenious film, directed by Steven Spielberg, `Saving Private Ryan' is in my opinion the most realistic film to ever portray the D- Day landings. Many critics have even said it to be so vivid that the only element missing is the smell. In the Film's first battle scene, lasting twenty- five minutes in total, it brings all reality into the living nightmare that took place so long ago. Brought back into life by Spielberg, I will show how he creates excitement and tension in the most realistic of ways. I will discuss how he portrays the characters, his use of sound and last of all, his use of camera shots and how they contribute to the overall...

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