0:00sony pictures classics title card
The scene opens on a solid, deep royal blue background, providing a clean and stark canvas. Centered horizontally and slightly above the vertical midpoint, the words 'SONY PICTURES CLASSICS' are displayed in crisp, white, sans-serif capital letters. A thin, white horizontal line underlines the text, extending slightly beyond the letters on both sides, giving it a minimalist and classic aesthetic. The lighting is even and flat, with no discernible shadows or highlights, creating a uniform, professional look. The overall color palette is dominated by the strong blue and clean white, conveying a sense of sophistication and traditional cinematic branding. There are no actions or camera movements; it is a static title card.
0:01three soldiers portrait
This scene is framed as a medium shot, capturing three young men in historical military uniforms in what appears to be a studio portrait setting. The man in the foreground is seated in a dark green velvet armchair, facing forward with his arms crossed, legs extended, and a confident smirk. Behind him, two other men stand, one leaning against the other, both looking over their shoulders with playful expressions. The backdrop is a painted canvas depicting a soft, pastoral landscape with rolling hills and distant buildings in muted greens, blues, and browns, reminiscent of a classical painting. The lighting is soft and artistic, highlighting their faces and uniforms. The dominant colors are the earthy browns of their uniforms, the green of the chair, and the subtle tones of the painted backdrop. The text '1916' is overlaid in a large, bold white font on the lower left of the frame. There is a slight, almost imperceptible zoom-in.
0:02man at piano
The scene features a medium close-up of a middle-aged Caucasian man with a neatly trimmed beard and mustache, wearing a formal black suit, waistcoat, and tie. He is seated at what appears to be a piano or organ, with an open sheet music book positioned prominently in the foreground, obscuring his hands. His gaze is directed forward, with a serious and contemplative expression. The background is softly blurred, revealing a grand, classical interior with tall white columns and diffused light coming through a large window, suggesting an elegant, possibly academic or performance space. The lighting is warm and somewhat dramatic, casting soft shadows that highlight the man's facial features. The dominant colors are the deep blacks of his attire and the muted tones of the classical interior. The man is static, focused on the music.
0:03critical acclaim text card
This scene presents a static text card on a vibrant, solid rose-pink background. Two prominent quotes are displayed in white, sans-serif capital letters. The first quote, '"UNDENIABLY POWERFUL"', is positioned near the top, with 'AWARDS WATCH' in a smaller font beneath it. The second, larger quote reads '"RALPH FIENNES GIVES AN AMAZING PERFORMANCE"', with 'COLLIDER' in a smaller font underneath. The text is clean and easy to read, contrasting sharply with the pink background. The lighting is uniform, highlighting the bold, bright color palette of pink and white, conveying a confident and positive promotional message. There are no actions or camera movements in this scene.
0:04cyclists countryside
The scene is a wide shot, looking down on two men riding bicycles along a winding, muddy dirt track through a vast, overgrown green landscape. The track curves from the foreground into the distance, disappearing over a hill. The foreground is dominated by lush, dark green foliage and tall grasses. In the midground, the two figures on bikes are visible, wearing muted, possibly military-style, clothing. The background features rolling green hills with visible patches of forest, and in the far distance, several large industrial chimneys are seen emitting white smoke, indicating an industrial town nestled within the natural environment. The sky is overcast and grey, creating soft, diffused lighting. The overall color palette is earthy greens, browns, and grey, conveying a slightly melancholic or gritty atmosphere. The camera is static, observing the cyclists from a high angle.
0:05two men on street
This is a medium close-up shot capturing two young men walking on a cobbled street, looking towards their right (viewer's left) off-screen. The man on the right is in a dark navy military uniform with a tall cap and a shoulder strap, while the man on the left wears a light brown jacket and a flat cap, appearing to be in civilian attire. The background features an old, ornate building with curved architecture and dark red doors, suggesting a European town setting from the early 20th century. The lighting is soft and natural, indicating an overcast day. The color palette includes the dark navy of the uniform, the muted browns of the civilian clothing, and the warm brick tones of the buildings. The camera is static, capturing their profiles as they move. They appear engaged in conversation or observing something with curiosity.
0:05women in hall
The scene is a wide shot of a group of approximately twenty women, mostly middle-aged or older, seated in rows on simple wooden benches within a large, somewhat sparsely decorated hall. They are dressed in early 20th-century attire, including long skirts, blouses, and various hats, in muted colors. The hall features high walls with a muted, warm tone, a dark wooden floor, and a prominent arched window at the far end, though not fully in frame. The lighting is dim and natural, with soft light filtering in, creating a slightly solemn or antique atmosphere. The camera is static, positioned at the back of the hall, providing a full view of the assembled women. They appear to be an audience or a group waiting for an event.
0:06bearded man listening
This is a medium close-up of a middle-aged Caucasian man with a distinguished beard and mustache, seen from the chest up. He is wearing a light brown tweed waistcoat over a white collared shirt and a dark patterned tie. His gaze is directed intensely off-screen to his right (viewer's left), and his expression is thoughtful and slightly stern, with a hint of skepticism. The background is softly blurred, showing a warm, dim interior, suggesting a setting like a rehearsal room or a formal gathering. The lighting is soft and warm, highlighting the textures of his clothing and his facial hair. The color palette consists of earthy browns and the subtle hues of the background. The camera is static, focusing on his reaction.
0:07woman singing in hall
The scene captures a full shot of a middle-aged Caucasian woman standing centrally in a large, empty hall. She is dressed in early 20th-century attire: a dark, wide-brimmed hat, a white blouse, a dark waistcoat, and a long, light-colored skirt. Her arms are held slightly in front of her, and her mouth is open wide as if singing forcefully. Behind her, a very large arched window with multiple panes is visible, allowing diffused, bright natural light to stream into the otherwise somewhat dim hall. The floor is made of dark wooden planks. The lighting is soft and airy, emphasizing the woman against the architectural background. The dominant colors are muted greens, browns, and the bright natural light. The camera is static, observing her performance.
0:08old man singing close up
This is a medium close-up of an elderly Caucasian man, seen from the chest up, with a bald head, glasses, and a lively expression. He is dressed in a formal black suit, waistcoat, and white shirt with a dark tie. He holds open sheet music in his hands and is clearly singing, with his mouth open wide and an enthusiastic look on his face. The background is dark and softly blurred, suggesting a performance or rehearsal space. The lighting is warm and directional, highlighting his animated features. The dominant colors are the deep black of his suit, the white of his shirt, and the sepia tones of the background. The camera is static, focusing on his energetic vocal performance.
0:09bearded man observing choir
The scene is a close-up of the middle-aged Caucasian man with a beard and mustache, previously seen in the brown waistcoat. He is wearing the same outfit: a light brown tweed waistcoat over a white collared shirt and a dark patterned tie. His gaze is directed forward, with a pensive and slightly somber expression, his brow subtly furrowed. In the soft-focus background, blurred figures, including a woman with a hat, are vaguely visible, suggesting he is among an audience or a group of observers. The lighting is soft and warm, highlighting his contemplative mood. The color palette includes the earthy browns of his clothing and the warm, muted tones of the background. The camera is static, focusing on his reaction to the ongoing performance or event.
0:11old man receiving papers
This is a medium close-up of the elderly Caucasian man in the black suit, previously seen singing. He stands holding open sheet music, his expression shifting from a broad smile to a more neutral, slightly surprised look as an unseen hand enters the frame from the right to hand him a stack of papers. He takes the papers, briefly looking down at them. The background is a softly blurred, warm-toned interior. The lighting is consistent, warm and soft, accentuating the details of his formal attire and the texture of the papers. The color palette is dominated by the deep blacks, white, and muted background tones. The man's subtle interaction with the off-screen hand is the central action.
0:14young man in foggy field
The scene is a medium close-up of a young Caucasian man, likely in his late teens or early 20s, with short brown hair, wearing a dark flat cap and a drab, possibly military-style, jacket. He is seen in profile, looking off to his right (viewer's left), with a distressed and weary expression on his face. The background is enveloped in thick, grey fog, obscuring any discernible features of the landscape beyond some muted green ground cover. The lighting is uniformly dim and diffused due to the fog, creating a bleak and melancholic atmosphere. The dominant colors are muted greens, greys, and browns. The camera is static, emphasizing his troubled expression against the desolate backdrop.
0:15soldier with crutch and nurse
This is a medium shot, slightly high angle, showing a young Caucasian man in a military uniform hobbling forward with a wooden crutch. A Caucasian nurse in a white uniform and cap is helping him, holding his arm. Behind them, other uniformed figures and nurses are softly blurred, suggesting a medical or convalescent setting during wartime. The background appears to be an outdoor, grassy area with some buildings. The lighting is natural and even, typical of an overcast day. The color palette features the olive browns of the military uniform, the crisp whites of the nurses' uniforms, and the muted greens of the environment. The focus is on the soldier's struggle and the nurse's assistance, with a slight, almost imperceptible camera movement following their progress.
0:16soldier in alleyway
The scene is a medium shot of a young Caucasian man in a complete military uniform, including a cap, standing in a narrow, cobbled alleyway. He is looking upwards and off-screen to his left, with a contemplative or curious expression. The alleyway is lined with old brick walls, with a small bush and a bicycle leaning against one wall in the foreground. In the background, a steep, lush green hill covered in trees rises, suggesting a rural or village setting. The lighting is natural and bright, with soft shadows. The color palette includes the earthy browns of the uniform, the warm tones of the brick, and the vibrant greens of the hill. The camera is static, framing the soldier against the unique backdrop of the village.
0:17woman entering house
This is a medium shot, looking into a dimly lit interior through a dark green, open doorway framed by a white doorframe. A young Caucasian woman with curly dark hair, dressed in a muted green blouse and a light brown jacket or shawl, steps out of the dark interior into the lighter space, holding a white cloth in her hands. The background inside the house is dark, but some subtle details like shelves and windows can be vaguely discerned. The lighting outside the doorway is brighter, creating a strong contrast with the interior. The dominant colors are the dark green of the door, the muted tones of the woman's clothing, and the shadowed browns of the interior. The camera is static, capturing the woman's exit from the house.
0:18bearded man intense conversation
This is a close-up shot of the middle-aged Caucasian man with the beard and mustache, now wearing a light beige jacket over his brown tweed waistcoat, white shirt, and dark tie. He looks intently towards an unseen person off-screen to his left, his eyes narrowed, and a serious, perhaps slightly challenging or questioning, expression on his face. Sunlight or strong artificial light illuminates his right side, creating highlights on his beard and a soft shadow on his left cheek, adding depth and intensity to his gaze. The background is softly blurred and dark, keeping the focus entirely on his face and expression. The color palette includes the light beige, brown, and dark accents of his attire, contrasted with the subtle, warm tones of the blurred background. The camera is static, capturing this intense moment of interaction.
0:19soldiers on train
The scene is a close-up, slightly high-angle shot, featuring three young Caucasian men in olive-brown military uniforms, eagerly looking out from the window of a moving train. The camera is positioned outside the train, looking down at them. The man in the foreground is smiling broadly and waving. Behind him, another soldier grins and covers his mouth playfully, while the third soldier, partially visible at the bottom, smiles warmly. The train's dark wooden exterior is visible around the window. The background is a blur of motion, indicating the train's speed. The lighting is bright and natural, suggesting daytime. The color palette is dominated by the earthy browns of their uniforms, with touches of red from their faces. The camera is handheld, moving along with the train, giving a dynamic feel to their departure.
0:20soldiers in misty field
This scene is a wide shot, low angle, showing a line of soldiers in silhouette marching across a vast, desolate, misty field under an oppressive, grey sky. The ground appears to be overgrown with low vegetation. The fog is thick, obscuring the horizon and giving the scene a somber and eerie quality. The soldiers are barely discernible, appearing as dark, marching figures against the lighter grey mist. The lighting is very flat and diffused, with no direct source of light, enhancing the bleak mood. The color palette is almost monochromatic, dominated by shades of grey and dark, desaturated greens, conveying a sense of impending doom or sacrifice. The camera is static, observing the slow, determined march into the unknown.
0:21young man with bicycle building
The scene is a medium shot of a young Caucasian man, likely in his late teens or early 20s, with short brown hair under a dark flat cap. He wears a light-colored striped shirt and a light brown vest, pushing a bicycle with a bundle of white laundry strapped to the back. He looks down at the bundle with a focused expression. In the background stands a grand, ornate stone building with arched windows and classical architectural details, suggesting a municipal building or a large estate. The sky is overcast. The lighting is natural and soft, illuminating the man and the building. The color palette includes the muted browns of his clothing, the grey-brown of the stone building, and the soft grey of the sky. The camera is static, capturing the man in front of the impressive structure.
0:23bearded man intense listen
This is a close-up shot of the middle-aged Caucasian man with the beard and mustache, wearing his light beige jacket over his brown tweed waistcoat, white shirt, and dark tie. He is seen in profile, looking intently to his left, with a serious and slightly contemplative expression. His eyes are narrowed, suggesting deep thought or critical listening. Similar to a previous shot, natural light softly illuminates his features, casting subtle shadows that define his face. The background is softly blurred and dark, keeping the focus entirely on his face. The color palette remains consistent with earthy tones and dark accents. The camera is static, capturing a moment of intense concentration.
0:24women choir singing
The scene is a medium side-profile shot of several Caucasian women, likely in their 30s-50s, dressed in early 20th-century attire including hats, standing in a line. Each woman holds an open sheet music book in front of her and has her mouth open, indicating they are singing. The lighting is soft and warm, possibly from an unseen window or stage lighting, creating gentle highlights on their faces and hats. The background is softly blurred, showing hints of a grand, classical interior. The color palette features muted, earthy tones of their clothing, ranging from greens to browns, along with the white pages of the music books. The camera is static, capturing their synchronized singing performance.
0:25conductor on stage
This is a wide shot of the middle-aged Caucasian man with the beard and mustache, now dressed in a formal black suit, waistcoat, and tie, standing on a stage. He is positioned centrally, facing forward, with his arms slightly outstretched, looking upwards with a passionate, almost triumphant expression, as if conducting a large choir or addressing an audience. An open music book rests on a stand in front of him. The background reveals a grand, ornate performance hall with multiple tiers of seating or balconies, and warm, diffused lighting. The dominant colors are the deep blacks of his suit, contrasting with the rich, dark reds and browns of the hall interior. The lighting is dramatic, highlighting him against the larger setting. The camera is static, capturing his commanding presence.
0:26movie title and credits
The final scene is a static text card on a vibrant, solid rose-pink background. At the top, six white stars are arranged in two rows of three, with text next to them such as 'HEAT', 'ROBBIE COLLIN. THE TELEGRAPH', 'RADIO TIMES', and 'KEVIN MAHER. THE TIMES', indicating critical ratings. Below this, the movie title 'THE CHORAL' is prominently displayed in large, white, sans-serif capital letters. Further down, 'WRITTEN BY ALAN BENNETT' and 'DIRECTED BY NICHOLAS HYTNER' are listed in smaller font. A red 'R' rating box, with 'FOR SOME LANGUAGE AND SEXUAL CONTENT', is positioned below. Finally, 'NOW PLAYING ONLY IN THEATERS' appears in large white letters. The bottom features various production company logos: 'BBC FILMS', 'SCREEN YORKSHIRE', 'HEAD GEAR', 'METROL', and 'SONY PICTURES CLASSICS'. The lighting is uniform, showcasing the bright pink and white color palette, typical of a movie poster or end credit sequence. There are no actions or camera movements.
