Tuesday, 11 May 2010
Evaluation
Originally we intended to have dialogue, a wider variety of shots and an overall longer sequence but we decided to focus on the editing techniques and camerawork because we think this played to our strengths.
1st Shoot
For the first shoot Franklin was the director, Petros was the cinematographer and I responsible for the props used on set.
We used two of our friends , Angus & Samuel, to play our characters, they suited the descriptions that we had in mind.
2nd Shoot
On the second time of filming i took on the role of the cinematographer, Franklin was the director again and Petros was forced to act due to one of the actors not showing up, as we decided he fitted the description the best. The benefit of this was that we were more focused on the task in hand and there were less distractions.
3rd Shoot
On the 3rd and final shoot Petros and I acted and directed with Franklin also directing but also controlling the camera. We were much more organsied and completed the work to a higher standard than the previous shoots.
Editing & Sound
As Franklin and Petros stuck to strong point of editing, I used my knowledge of music to create the atmosphere in our film such as the sound effect when are title jumps. I also created the soundtrack for the film menu on soundtrack pro and also during the film.
After shooting the 1st two times we decided to organize ourselves and not rely on other people.
We evenly distributed the tasks when it came to producing our film and create our evaluation powerpoint.
1st Shoot
For the first shoot Franklin was the director, Petros was the cinematographer and I responsible for the props used on set.
We used two of our friends , Angus & Samuel, to play our characters, they suited the descriptions that we had in mind.
2nd Shoot
On the second time of filming i took on the role of the cinematographer, Franklin was the director again and Petros was forced to act due to one of the actors not showing up, as we decided he fitted the description the best. The benefit of this was that we were more focused on the task in hand and there were less distractions.
3rd Shoot
On the 3rd and final shoot Petros and I acted and directed with Franklin also directing but also controlling the camera. We were much more organsied and completed the work to a higher standard than the previous shoots.
Editing & Sound
As Franklin and Petros stuck to strong point of editing, I used my knowledge of music to create the atmosphere in our film such as the sound effect when are title jumps. I also created the soundtrack for the film menu on soundtrack pro and also during the film.
After shooting the 1st two times we decided to organize ourselves and not rely on other people.
We evenly distributed the tasks when it came to producing our film and create our evaluation powerpoint.
Editing And Sound
These are screen shots from Final Cut Pro, Soundtrack Pro and Garage Band, we used these to create our final version of Dark Days.
Soundtrack Pro
Final Cut Pro
Garage Band
Location Pictures
Third and Final Location
These are the pictures of our final location. It is the best location because it is very secluded, and we were not distracted by the outside world.
Second Location
This location suited the type of setting we wanted, it was remote and secluded and fitted the mise-en-scene we had in mind very well. The lighting was good and there was space for the camera equipment. After filming we decided that the shots and camera-work was not up to a good enough standard so as a group decided to re-shoot and use another location which luckily was even better.
This was the first location we filmed in, we encountered some problems like it not being remote enough and our ability to film at different times of the day because of lighting and also members of the public coming into shot.
Script
This is the first draft of our script, close to the time for filming, we decided that we should not have any dialogue at all so focused on trying tell the story through the editing and camera-work and build tension that way.
Characters, Props, Equipment
Our characters, Josh and Darren are teenagers of different backgrounds.
Josh who is wealthy and private schooled, and the other, Darren who lives on an estate with his parents who receive benefits.
During our first two attempts at filming we found we were quite disorganised so encountered some problems like actors not showing up, footage not being up to standard and also some members of the cast being on a tight schedule.
On the third and final attempt Petros and i, both members of our group, had to appear in the film. Although we got the filming finished to a higher standard, the change in cast resulted in us having to adapt the traits of the original characters that we had in mind, so therefore the costumes weren't correct and the actors had completely changed.
Josh:
-16 years old,
-Upper Middle Class,
-Private education,
-Lives with parents,
-Blonde hair,
-Blue eyes,
-Popular in school,
-Confident,
-Funny.
Costume:
-Checkered shirt,
-Tight black jeans,
-Bright Adidas trainers,
-Brown designer jacket.
Josh who is wealthy and private schooled, and the other, Darren who lives on an estate with his parents who receive benefits.
During our first two attempts at filming we found we were quite disorganised so encountered some problems like actors not showing up, footage not being up to standard and also some members of the cast being on a tight schedule.
On the third and final attempt Petros and i, both members of our group, had to appear in the film. Although we got the filming finished to a higher standard, the change in cast resulted in us having to adapt the traits of the original characters that we had in mind, so therefore the costumes weren't correct and the actors had completely changed.
Josh:
-16 years old,
-Upper Middle Class,
-Private education,
-Lives with parents,
-Blonde hair,
-Blue eyes,
-Popular in school,
-Confident,
-Funny.
Costume:
-Checkered shirt,
-Tight black jeans,
-Bright Adidas trainers,
-Brown designer jacket.
Accessories:
-Ipod,
-Phone,
-Wallet,
-Cigarettes,
-Lighter.
Darren:
-18 years old,
-Tall,
-Broad shoulders,
-Long hair,
-Receives benefits,
-Deals drugs to make a living,
-No qualifications.
Costume:
-Dark tracksuit top and bottoms,
-White trainers.
Our Film Information
Key roles in film production:
-Director
-Producer
-Writer
-Editor
-Cinematographer
-sound recording
Equipment: cinematographer -Is the camera charged?
-Do you have the SD card/tapes to film with?
-Is the tripod working, Props/comstume/make-up?
-Do you have the charger cable and extra batteries?
Director: -Storybord/shotlist.
-Ensures everyone is aware of plans.
Producer -Overseas the whole production
-Ensures project is deliverd on time
-Schedules+plans the shoot+post production
-Producer
-Writer
-Editor
-Cinematographer
-sound recording
Equipment: cinematographer -Is the camera charged?
-Do you have the SD card/tapes to film with?
-Is the tripod working, Props/comstume/make-up?
-Do you have the charger cable and extra batteries?
Director: -Storybord/shotlist.
-Ensures everyone is aware of plans.
Producer -Overseas the whole production
-Ensures project is deliverd on time
-Schedules+plans the shoot+post production
Shot List
1) CU - Characters emotion
2) Low Angle MCU - To start and to introduce characters
3) OVER THE SHOULDER - To show other body
4) POV - Characters perspective
5) ESTABLISHING SHOT - Set the scene
6) ECU - To show belongings in pockets
7) MS- To give a basic idea of what is going on i.e dragging the body
8) CU - Shoe to end
9) LS - Again see situation from far and show how discreet setting is
10) AERIAL SHOT - Modern convention, showing area.
11) MS - To show character walking across.
2) Low Angle MCU - To start and to introduce characters
3) OVER THE SHOULDER - To show other body
4) POV - Characters perspective
5) ESTABLISHING SHOT - Set the scene
6) ECU - To show belongings in pockets
7) MS- To give a basic idea of what is going on i.e dragging the body
8) CU - Shoe to end
9) LS - Again see situation from far and show how discreet setting is
10) AERIAL SHOT - Modern convention, showing area.
11) MS - To show character walking across.
Pre-production
-scheduling
-storybords
-locations
-casting
-budgeting
-testing= camera, tripod and sound.
-finding sound effects
-prop list
-costumes
-equpitment
-actors/extras
-make up
Production (filming)
Post-production (editing the picture and sound)
Distribustion and Exhibition.
-storybords
-locations
-casting
-budgeting
-testing= camera, tripod and sound.
-finding sound effects
-prop list
-costumes
-equpitment
-actors/extras
-make up
Production (filming)
Post-production (editing the picture and sound)
Distribustion and Exhibition.
Schedule
-Meet at Franklins house at 2pm
-30mins to go over acting and camerawork
-30mins journey to get to Primrose Hill
-3pm arrive at Primrose Hill
Props
-Mobile phone
-Ciggarettes+lighter
-Ipod-Sweets
-Wallet
-Umbrella
Costumes:
Actor SAM
-Black jeans
-Checkerd shirt
-Addidas trainers
-Brown Jacket with pockets
Actor ANGUS
-Tracksuit
-White trainers
-Big hoody
-30mins to go over acting and camerawork
-30mins journey to get to Primrose Hill
-3pm arrive at Primrose Hill
Props
-Mobile phone
-Ciggarettes+lighter
-Ipod-Sweets
-Wallet
-Umbrella
Costumes:
Actor SAM
-Black jeans
-Checkerd shirt
-Addidas trainers
-Brown Jacket with pockets
Actor ANGUS
-Tracksuit
-White trainers
-Big hoody
Tormented Analysis
00.00 - c. 02.25
We thought the tormented opening would be a good comparison to look at because we have the same genre as tormented. this means that we could analyse it and look at the way it presents the characters using mise en scene and sound etc.
It influenced the way we thought about our overall idea and how we presented it to the audience, for example we used quick editing to enhance the pace of the film and to create a sense of panic.
It influenced the way we thought about our overall idea and how we presented it to the audience, for example we used quick editing to enhance the pace of the film and to create a sense of panic.
Wild Style
The opening sequence for Wild Style is very vibrant and colourful and gives the audience and immediate idea of what the film is about. It uses graffiti and cartoon city scapes to show the urban feel of the film. The non-diagetic music is hip hop which links to the film which is based on graffiti, hip hop and urban life.
The Incredible Hulk
This is the opening sequence for the incredible hulk, the colour theme carried through it is either dark or a deep blood red. The shots are nearly all close ups or extreme close ups to show the fear on their faces. the font used is basic and in flourescent green to fit the colour of the character. there is also the use of blood and a person screaming which shows the audience it is an action film. They are mainly framed quite centrally which makes the viewer focus on the specific objects.
Dirty Harry
The opening sequence and credits to Dirty Harry hve a mixture of POV and close ups mostly to show facial expressions. the rich sea blues emphasize the setting as being in somewhere maybe tropical or hot. the credits are quite simple which keeps the viewers eye on the action.
Brief
The titles and opening of a new fiction film called "Dark Days" to last a maximum of 2 minutes.
Preliminary Task
Franklin, Petros and i worked as a group to make this preliminary task. Firstly we had to combine our ideas and decided who would take on which role. We then decided that i would film, Franklin and Petros would act and we would all edit the film together, we used the skills and knowledge gained from the match on action task and used it in the preliminary task and the end product was successful in my opinion.
Match On Action
For this match on action task Petros, Franklin and i decided to film Franklin drinking from a bottle from two angles and then edited them together and tried to match the action which we achieved successfully. During the filming we kept the 30 degree rule in mind and created this example of the match on action.
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