Lyrical expression is greater than narrative: instead of telling stories according to conventional grammar, it expresses the inner feelings of the characters and the natural scenery in a large amount, and the emotional expression is more fascinating than the spread of the story.
Jump editing: The combination of pictures breaks the law of cause and effect, and there is no necessary logical connection between the front and rear shots. From a narrative point of view, even if the sequence of parallel shots is reversed, it will not hinder the expression of meaning.
Flowing and restless photography: Stable and still shots are rarely seen, most of them are hand-held or shoulder-to-shoulder photography. It appropriately conveys the characters' curiosity and desire to explore unfamiliar environments. Lost and affectionate eyes: The characters are either in a foreign land, or face the siege of other ethnic groups, and they often release the most innocent and soft part of human beings. The slightly blank, innocent, and affectionate eyes become the author's view of human nature. A symbol of goodwill.
Gentle and soothing movements: It is also an expression of Terrence Malick's affectionate side. The characters seem to have awe and respect when approaching and stroking their loved ones and natural vegetation.
Beautiful and magical exotic scenery: Guadalcanal Island in "The Thin Red Line", and an unexplored new continent in "New World". The depiction of exotic customs and humanistic scenery plays a role in purifying the hearts of the characters, and thus Reflect on the destructiveness of war and colonization.
Poetic inner narration: A lot of lyrical narration like poetry is used to directly present the inner world of the characters.
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