극영화에서 프로덕션디자이너의 색채계획 방법론－색채계획 수립과정의 문제점과 개선방안을 중심으로－

Abstract

Color scheme in films is an important factor in determining the delivery of thefilm’s overall message and its quality. In such expressions of color, color scheme has avery significant meaning. And in the establishment of color schemes, productiondesigner plays a central role, one which is very important in raising the quality of thefilm. However, the reality in the Korean film industry is that, while it recognizes theimportance of color scheme, the environment is not yet quite conducive for theproduction designers, who drive the color schemes, to properly play their role. In thisconnection, this study discusses the production designer's role in the establishment ofcolor scheme in film production, and based on the interviews with art directors who playthe role of production designers in film production, this study also proposes the issuesand improvements to be made in production designer's implementation of their roles. Interms of issues in color scheme, this study sets forth (1) the lack of director'sappreciation for color based on narrative composition; (2) issues in timing of staffformation and in system; and (3) lack of professional knowledge on the part of otherdepartments in relation to color scheme giving rise to issues in communication efficacy. Asa means of addressing these issues, this study proposes (1) recognizing the importance of the roleof production designer and establishing mutually complementary relationship with the director; (2) recognizing the importance of color scheme to raise efficacy of communication with otherdepartments, as well as the importance of enriching professional knowledge; and (3) procuringthe budget and time necessary for color scheme in film production system.