What is the most memorable movie location you have seen? Why did it stand out?, Can you think of a movie where the setting feels like an important character? How does the location influence the story?, How can a filmmaker make a place feel dangerous, exciting, mysterious, or peaceful?, Why do you think directors often use wide shots at the beginning of movies? What information do they give the audience?, When is a close-up more powerful than a wide shot? Give an example., How can camera angles change the way we see a character?, Can a character look powerful even if they are not actually powerful? How can filmmakers show this?, What colours or visual elements can create a specific mood in a movie?, Why do some directors choose dark, unusual, or unrealistic locations instead of normal everyday places?, What objects in movies often have symbolic meanings? What do they represent?, Can a movie have a happy story but a dark atmosphere? Can you think of an example?, How does the location of a story affect the characters’ behaviour and decisions?, If you were directing a movie about Melbourne, what locations would you choose and why?, What makes a movie scene “beautiful” or visually memorable? Is it the location, camera work, colours, or something else?, Do you think filmmakers should focus more on telling a good story or creating beautiful visuals? Why?

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