After the filming of our first flashback, we had a clear idea of where we wanted to go with our film, so planning for the second flashback was slightly easier than planning for the first. By this time, the type of locations we wanted became much clearer so going out to find a location was less stressful.
In this scene, the anti-hero is caught by the dealer and the client from the last flashback and engages in a chase sequence. Instantly, we planned several hand-camera shots so we could create a shaky camera, which would create a crowded, tense and constantly moving scene. Into the scene, the dealer and client break off from each other, so we planned to have shots that would track each of them, creating a triple perspective within the scene.
However, we didn't manage to film the whole thing as it was quite a lengthy scene, so we have planned to film next lesson to finish off the scene and to also film the parts in between flashbacks.
Monday, 14 March 2011
Friday, 11 March 2011
We have had a new member into the group the group
Alex T
Alex P
Alex T
- Cameraman
- Co-writer
- Storyboards
- Risk assessor
- Director
Alex P
- Costumes
- Location planning
- Co-writer
- Editor
- Actor (Main character
Ky U
- Music
- Co-writer
- Co-editing
- Actor (supporting actor)
- Ancillary
Now it will be easier to distribute roles and keep track of the project's progress.
Thursday, 10 March 2011
Editing log -10/03/2011 - Editing first flashback
After filming, we uploaded our footage to begin work on constructing the first flashback scene and how it could carry on seamlessly in the timeline, especially since it isn't chronological order.
After putting each clip in order and cutting unneeded parts, we happy with the way the filming had turned out. At points however, some 180 degree rules were broken, although we managed to work around it and fix it by replacing the ordering of some shots that didn't affect the continuity. Also, sometimes on certain shots we hadn't filmed for long enough, so the pacing at points wasn't quite the way we wanted it, however we still believe it works the way it is.
To distinguish the flashback scenes from the present day scenes, we applied several effects to try and create a blatant although not overpowering effect. After adjusting the contrast and exposure and applying a bleach bypass, we believe it looks distinguishable but also implies a darker atmosphere.
Next we plan to film the second scene and will begin polishing and refining what we have currently got.
After putting each clip in order and cutting unneeded parts, we happy with the way the filming had turned out. At points however, some 180 degree rules were broken, although we managed to work around it and fix it by replacing the ordering of some shots that didn't affect the continuity. Also, sometimes on certain shots we hadn't filmed for long enough, so the pacing at points wasn't quite the way we wanted it, however we still believe it works the way it is.
To distinguish the flashback scenes from the present day scenes, we applied several effects to try and create a blatant although not overpowering effect. After adjusting the contrast and exposure and applying a bleach bypass, we believe it looks distinguishable but also implies a darker atmosphere.
Next we plan to film the second scene and will begin polishing and refining what we have currently got.
Wednesday, 9 March 2011
Film Log - 9/3/2011 - First flashback
Today, our group planned to film the first flashback the character experiences through the film. This was an important scene, so it was imperative that we planned each shot, the location was correct and that we had all the props as we didn't want to compromise the scene. As we were filming by roadside, we made sure that certain precautions were taken so that we could avoid injury and so that no shots could be ruined by cars driving past so that we could maximise time and do as little re-takes as possible.
For the first flashback, our anti-hero is overseeing a drug-deal between two people, for this scene, we chose a quiet roadside next to a secluded alley as we believed it was an appropriate place that a meeting of this sort could take place. As the scene starts, we begin with a close-up of the anti-hero to instantly establish that the scene directly involves him. We move on to show an extreme long-shot of the client meeting the dealer to show the distance between the anti-hero and the deal taking place. Overall, we have used several techniques while filming to create an interesting and visually appealing scene. For instance, for the final shot we have used a point of view shot of the client getting punched in the face to demonstrate his view in the scene to give a multi-perspective feel to the scene. We have used a mixture of low and high angle shots to show off the different powers between characters and also to show off the location so that audience could feel immersed in the scene.
We are now planning to film the second flashback, storyboarding it and planning the best location to bring out the scene. I believe we are well on our way to creating a fully fledged short film.
For the first flashback, our anti-hero is overseeing a drug-deal between two people, for this scene, we chose a quiet roadside next to a secluded alley as we believed it was an appropriate place that a meeting of this sort could take place. As the scene starts, we begin with a close-up of the anti-hero to instantly establish that the scene directly involves him. We move on to show an extreme long-shot of the client meeting the dealer to show the distance between the anti-hero and the deal taking place. Overall, we have used several techniques while filming to create an interesting and visually appealing scene. For instance, for the final shot we have used a point of view shot of the client getting punched in the face to demonstrate his view in the scene to give a multi-perspective feel to the scene. We have used a mixture of low and high angle shots to show off the different powers between characters and also to show off the location so that audience could feel immersed in the scene.
We are now planning to film the second flashback, storyboarding it and planning the best location to bring out the scene. I believe we are well on our way to creating a fully fledged short film.
Friday, 25 February 2011
Thursday, 24 February 2011
Allocation of roles
To maximise our efforts and to minimise time, the group ahs decided to allocate roles so that in the future we can focus on our own areas so that we can save time.
Alex T
Alex P
Alex T
- Cameraman
- Co-writer
- Storyboards
- Risk assessor
- Director
Alex P
- Costumes
- Location planning
- Co-writer
- Editor
- Actor (Main character)
Wednesday, 16 February 2011
Rough cut - Audience feedback
This is the first rough cut we have edited, we have uploaded it to Youtube so that we can gain audience feedback on the two separate scenes we have uploaded.
Friday, 4 February 2011
Teacher Feedback
1) Textually analyse at least three examples of either short films or films of a similar genre.
2) Audience research
3) Risk assessment
4)Costume plans
5)Audience feedback
6)Allocation of roles
7)Research into similar videos
2) Audience research
3) Risk assessment
4)Costume plans
5)Audience feedback
6)Allocation of roles
7)Research into similar videos
Friday, 7 January 2011
Narrative
What is narrative?
The concept of narrative is the coherence/organistation given to a series of facts, in other words, its what strings each event to the next and how we can interpret those facts and events.
How useful is a narrative?
The concept of narrative is very useful when understanding someone's work as people need a narrative to understand the ideas and messages behind the work. People need a narrative to string toegther the events in order for it to make sense. Every work has a beginning, a middle and an end. The narrative helps the viewer in understanding how these all link.
Differences between film and music videos
The differences between film narratives and music video narratives is that music video narratives are often just a reflection of the lyrics, while film narratives try to follow along a story or plotline. Music videos tend to focus on the artists themselves, while a narrative will create a universe the film's plot can work around.
The structure of our narrative
Our narrative isn't a conventional equilibrium, disequilibrium and another equilibrium or a standard beginning, middle and end in terms of time. Chronologically, our video starts from the end, slowly revealing what happened in the beginning.
The concept of narrative is the coherence/organistation given to a series of facts, in other words, its what strings each event to the next and how we can interpret those facts and events.
How useful is a narrative?
The concept of narrative is very useful when understanding someone's work as people need a narrative to understand the ideas and messages behind the work. People need a narrative to string toegther the events in order for it to make sense. Every work has a beginning, a middle and an end. The narrative helps the viewer in understanding how these all link.
Differences between film and music videos
The differences between film narratives and music video narratives is that music video narratives are often just a reflection of the lyrics, while film narratives try to follow along a story or plotline. Music videos tend to focus on the artists themselves, while a narrative will create a universe the film's plot can work around.
The structure of our narrative
Our narrative isn't a conventional equilibrium, disequilibrium and another equilibrium or a standard beginning, middle and end in terms of time. Chronologically, our video starts from the end, slowly revealing what happened in the beginning.
Saturday, 18 December 2010
Costume and prop planning
Before we begin filming, we have planned out what props we will be using and what the main character will be wearing:
Costume and props presentation
Costume and props presentation
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