Colour, a form of non-verbal communication, physically affects the human senses such as taste, touch and smell however, this essay will mainly focus on the relationship between sight and the "spiritual harmony" of colour, in supporting maximum emotional interpretation through narrative. The work of Russian artist and theorist, Wassily Kandinsky has guided deeper analysis of Black Swan into the underlying psychic experience which colour offers.
Costume and lighting are examples of objects displaying colour and are believed to be "the outward expression of inner meaning"; colours are "seen by the mind and not by the eye". Aronofsky's "inner need", i.e. desire for artistic expression, is constructed from three principles which trigger sensations in the human psyche (mind) and soul: colour harmony, form harmony and from the combined form and colour, object choice.
This experience is only short-lasting and very personal, differing between individuals based on culture and religion; the experience also lacks significance unless unconsciously associated with a spiritual vibration, the psychic effect. Colour is the keyboard, the eyes are the harmonies, the soul is the piano with many strings. The artist is the hand that plays, touching one key or another, to cause vibrations in the soul.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- A Detailed Analysis of Aronofsky's Black Swan (2010), through a semiotic approach with the focus on colour.
- Colour as a Form of Non-Verbal Communication
- Colour Harmony and its Impact on the Human Psyche
- The Symbolism of Red, Green, Pink, White, Black and Grey
- Black and White: The Absence and Abundance of Colour
- The Influence of Costume and Object Choice on Character Behaviour
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay aims to analyze Darren Aronofsky's Black Swan (2010) through a semiotic approach, focusing on the use of color to reinforce Nina Sayers' emotional journey. The essay explores the relationship between color and the human psyche, drawing on the theories of Wassily Kandinsky.
- The role of color in conveying Nina's emotional state
- The symbolism of specific colors in relation to characters and themes
- The interplay of color and form in creating a specific atmosphere and mood
- The use of color to highlight Nina's psychological transformation
- The impact of color on the audience's emotional interpretation
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- This chapter introduces the essay's focus on the semiotic analysis of color in Black Swan and the role of color in conveying Nina's emotional transition.
- This chapter explores the theoretical framework for the essay, drawing on Kandinsky's theories about the spiritual harmony of color and its impact on the human psyche. It also discusses the relationship between color and the human senses.
- This chapter analyzes the use of specific colors in the film, including red, green, pink, white, black, and grey, to symbolize different aspects of Nina's psychological state, her relationships, and the overall narrative.
- This chapter examines the symbolism of black and white in the film, exploring their contrasting values and their impact on the audience's emotional interpretation of Nina's character and journey.
- This chapter investigates how costumes and objects are used in the film to reinforce character behavior and contribute to the overall narrative. It discusses the role of color in creating a sense of emotional aura and influencing the audience's perception.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key words and focus topics of the text are color symbolism, semiotics, Black Swan, Darren Aronofsky, Nina Sayers, Wassily Kandinsky, psychological transformation, emotional interpretation, and visual storytelling.
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- Anonymous,, 2020, A Detailed Analysis of Aronofsky’s Black Swan (2010) Through a Semiotic Approach With the Focus on Colour, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/542759
