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This got a 4 from me because, well, it's just a picture of knives. I probably should have given it a 5 because you did a competent job on it. I like how you don't show the base so the angle of the knives seems arbitrary. I like how dark the shadows are. I like that the wall is unfocused on the right, creates a dizzying effect. But all these efforts are in service to an uninspiring idea. The Norma Bates reference in your title seems an afterthought. Yes, the knives seem a little threatening, but in a sci-fi rather than spooky-motel sort of way. Also, they're just not threatening enough. And what's Norman going to do with those scissors?
This is a good example of how a good-looking shot that is weak on concept might not do well. |
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