Tuesday 30 June 2009
Friday 27 March 2009
Logging and capturing
Due to the bad weather of ice and rain, our group could not film because the audience will recognise that the floor s wet in one shot and not the other. This will make our thriller look not organised. Due to this our group decided not to waste time and do something that our group could benefit from so we decided to stay in to log and capture the filming that our group filmed on the first day. We also started on editing but did not get the chance to finish all our editing. We did all this on Mac’s and this process gave me some experience on how to use the Mac.
During this procedure we had a chance to see which shots to do next and the shots our group needed to re-do.
During this procedure we had a chance to see which shots to do next and the shots our group needed to re-do.
second day of filming
on the second day of filming according to our storyboard we had to complete about 10 to 15 shots to finish our thriller. The most difficult part of our second day of filming was the birds eye- view shot because we weren’t allowed to enter the flat but someone let us in to film the shot. It was very difficult to get the perfect height because the first floor was too close to the characters and the second was too far so our group struggled but final decided the second floor.
On our second day, the female character Kristy had to seat on mud so the introduction could create a change of atmosphere to the block of flats and create tension. I think during the process of producing this shot our group consumed a lot of time because it needed to be perfect as this was the introduction shot therefore it had to attract our audience's attention. All the other shot went smoothly because we used our storyboard well because we knew exactly what shot was needed.
On our second day, the female character Kristy had to seat on mud so the introduction could create a change of atmosphere to the block of flats and create tension. I think during the process of producing this shot our group consumed a lot of time because it needed to be perfect as this was the introduction shot therefore it had to attract our audience's attention. All the other shot went smoothly because we used our storyboard well because we knew exactly what shot was needed.
Evaluation
Our coursework was to produce a two minute thriller opening. We successfully done this as our thriller opening challenges conventions of real media products through the storyline. As it is a flashback, it has two different tenses and in a way two different storylines. The match cuts and different angled shots also help, as does the vinagerette effect placed on our flashback scenes. The use of natural lighting also helps our thriller as it makes it look more realistic as well as thrilling. The quality of editing and camera shots are done very well, and help add to the conventions of a thriller.
As we did not have a budget we did not have much choice when choosing the costumes, however due to the storyline our actor and actress were able to provide themselves. It was a simple costume for each character. For the woman; a white blouse, skirt, high heels and a jacket; giving the impression of a young business woman. The key item in our thriller is the bag, therefore we have many shots of the woman and her bag, at one point the audience is able to become the inside of the bag. This makes the thriller more mysterious as it still doesn’t allow the viewers to know what is inside the bag.
Our male character played two roles, and the only necessary switch between the two costumes was the jacket. The male character had the same shoes, as in the end when we returned back to the young woman on the floor the audience were left to figure out what had happened to her and who had done it.
The close up of the shoes is important, as along with the bag being a possession in the thriller, the trainers is key in the thriller.
The thriller represents mainly students as a social group. This is because it has been produced by students, and it seems important as it shows just exactly what students are capable of. It doesn’t represent any specific race as we are of all different cultures and it is not a factor in the thriller.
I would have a independent media institution distribute our thriller, this is due to the fact that although major film studio’s would reach a wider audience, an indie institution would make it seem more exclusive and show just the realism of the film, as well as in a sense letting the audience know about the people behind the thriller; students, independent people trying to create something for people to enjoy.
Our audience is 15+. We decided on this age group as we feel that it is suitable for people of this age. This is because the storyline is thrilling and somewhat scary, however the thriller itself does not contain anything gruesome or imagery too strong for people of this age to watch. This age also allows us to get a bigger audience; secondary and college students, as well as everyone else above that age. The thriller is not aimed at any particular gender nor culture or social background. I believe this as the thriller stars, is filmed and edited by students of different cultural backgrounds, therefore should be aimed at all different cultural backgrounds.
We are hoping to attract our audience through the storyline in itself. This is because it focuses on one thing; the bag, but without making it too obvious. The mystery of the characters and not knowing what is inside the bag keeps the audience on a cliff-hanger.
We chose not to use speech in the thriller, as it added more anonymity to the characters, leaving the audience wanting to know more.The location as well as the media company distributing the film, should attract a British audience. This and the genre of the film should attract an audience interested in the thriller.
One of the main attractions however should be the opening pan and the zoom in and out of the eye. I believe these three shots are our strongest shots as the pan shows the mise en scene, as well as establishing and introducing the audience to the scene. The zoom in shows a new scene and tense. The thriller is not confusing, however is filmed to make the audience think and wonder about what is going to happen, the thriller hopes to pose questions in the audiences mind, leaving them to want to watch more.
Our thriller will be advertised through posters and the internet, mainly on social networking sites such as Facebook and Myspace as it will help spread the word of the thriller, as people can pass it on to friends.
From the process of constructing our thriller, I was able to learn how to confidently use the Apple Mac’s and much of the software. We had used Macs twice before, however during the production of the thriller I was able to learn how to use Final Cut pro in detail. I personally feel that I am quite good on it, as we spent a few hours every few days on it, editing and learning new techniques such as adding transitions and effects. We learnt the basics of editing and slowly developed how to use the software, as I now know how to log and capture and upload all our shots.
I also learnt how to use Soundtrack Pro, as like before we had already used it once before during our match cut practical. Because of this, we were able to produce the soundtrack for our thriller in less than two hours.
I used Livetype for the first time, and this personally was very easy to pick up. We had only the last ten minutes before our thriller deadline was up, and we were able to pick up how to use it in a few minutes, and find the perfect font and style for our title “possessions”.
Looking back from when we first began filming, I think our skills in filming and editing have developed highly. I believe this because, before we were unable to match cut and we knew little about rules such as the five second rule.
I think that from when we first began doing the thriller, we are now more aware of how to plan shots, the different angles and where to film from, and more importantly editing and the difference between a good shot and one that works well within the film. I know which shots are necessary and which ones waste time, and does not fit the film.
I also feel much more positive in using Apple Mac’s and filming. Whereas before we started we were quite hesitant with what to do. I do not think that our planning was that much of a problem as we used our time quite wisely. When we were unable to film due to the snow, we spent time looking through our clips, logging and capturing ones that were definitely needed and removing the ones that weren’t, uploading and planning our next shots.
As we did not have a budget we did not have much choice when choosing the costumes, however due to the storyline our actor and actress were able to provide themselves. It was a simple costume for each character. For the woman; a white blouse, skirt, high heels and a jacket; giving the impression of a young business woman. The key item in our thriller is the bag, therefore we have many shots of the woman and her bag, at one point the audience is able to become the inside of the bag. This makes the thriller more mysterious as it still doesn’t allow the viewers to know what is inside the bag.
Our male character played two roles, and the only necessary switch between the two costumes was the jacket. The male character had the same shoes, as in the end when we returned back to the young woman on the floor the audience were left to figure out what had happened to her and who had done it.
The close up of the shoes is important, as along with the bag being a possession in the thriller, the trainers is key in the thriller.
The thriller represents mainly students as a social group. This is because it has been produced by students, and it seems important as it shows just exactly what students are capable of. It doesn’t represent any specific race as we are of all different cultures and it is not a factor in the thriller.
I would have a independent media institution distribute our thriller, this is due to the fact that although major film studio’s would reach a wider audience, an indie institution would make it seem more exclusive and show just the realism of the film, as well as in a sense letting the audience know about the people behind the thriller; students, independent people trying to create something for people to enjoy.
Our audience is 15+. We decided on this age group as we feel that it is suitable for people of this age. This is because the storyline is thrilling and somewhat scary, however the thriller itself does not contain anything gruesome or imagery too strong for people of this age to watch. This age also allows us to get a bigger audience; secondary and college students, as well as everyone else above that age. The thriller is not aimed at any particular gender nor culture or social background. I believe this as the thriller stars, is filmed and edited by students of different cultural backgrounds, therefore should be aimed at all different cultural backgrounds.
We are hoping to attract our audience through the storyline in itself. This is because it focuses on one thing; the bag, but without making it too obvious. The mystery of the characters and not knowing what is inside the bag keeps the audience on a cliff-hanger.
We chose not to use speech in the thriller, as it added more anonymity to the characters, leaving the audience wanting to know more.The location as well as the media company distributing the film, should attract a British audience. This and the genre of the film should attract an audience interested in the thriller.
One of the main attractions however should be the opening pan and the zoom in and out of the eye. I believe these three shots are our strongest shots as the pan shows the mise en scene, as well as establishing and introducing the audience to the scene. The zoom in shows a new scene and tense. The thriller is not confusing, however is filmed to make the audience think and wonder about what is going to happen, the thriller hopes to pose questions in the audiences mind, leaving them to want to watch more.
Our thriller will be advertised through posters and the internet, mainly on social networking sites such as Facebook and Myspace as it will help spread the word of the thriller, as people can pass it on to friends.
From the process of constructing our thriller, I was able to learn how to confidently use the Apple Mac’s and much of the software. We had used Macs twice before, however during the production of the thriller I was able to learn how to use Final Cut pro in detail. I personally feel that I am quite good on it, as we spent a few hours every few days on it, editing and learning new techniques such as adding transitions and effects. We learnt the basics of editing and slowly developed how to use the software, as I now know how to log and capture and upload all our shots.
I also learnt how to use Soundtrack Pro, as like before we had already used it once before during our match cut practical. Because of this, we were able to produce the soundtrack for our thriller in less than two hours.
I used Livetype for the first time, and this personally was very easy to pick up. We had only the last ten minutes before our thriller deadline was up, and we were able to pick up how to use it in a few minutes, and find the perfect font and style for our title “possessions”.
Although I shot only a few scenes, I am also now very comfortable with using the cameras. I confidently know how to use a camera, the basics of how to put it on a tripod, how to film; zoom in and out, playback and what to do when uploading it onto the Macs.
Due to using the camera, I am more aware of the shots and the many different angles that can be used.
Due to using the camera, I am more aware of the shots and the many different angles that can be used.
Looking back from when we first began filming, I think our skills in filming and editing have developed highly. I believe this because, before we were unable to match cut and we knew little about rules such as the five second rule.
I think that from when we first began doing the thriller, we are now more aware of how to plan shots, the different angles and where to film from, and more importantly editing and the difference between a good shot and one that works well within the film. I know which shots are necessary and which ones waste time, and does not fit the film.
I also feel much more positive in using Apple Mac’s and filming. Whereas before we started we were quite hesitant with what to do. I do not think that our planning was that much of a problem as we used our time quite wisely. When we were unable to film due to the snow, we spent time looking through our clips, logging and capturing ones that were definitely needed and removing the ones that weren’t, uploading and planning our next shots.
We did however have a problem of order of events. We were all sure of which shots and what type of shots were needed, however when it came to editing we were quite confused to which shots would take place next. We changed our mind a lot when filming and not all of this was noted in our storyboards. I think this was one or main problems.
Other than that I thoroughly enjoyed making the thriller, although it was a lot of hard work it has made me more interested in editing and I am very pleased with our end result.
After being given the chance to watch it in the cinema, I was thrilled with what we had produced. I believe that we worked brilliantly as a group, as we went ahead with things we all agreed on. We confirmed with each other before everything was done, and therefore think that the making of this thriller has taught me many practical things and made me a stronger group member.
After being given the chance to watch it in the cinema, I was thrilled with what we had produced. I believe that we worked brilliantly as a group, as we went ahead with things we all agreed on. We confirmed with each other before everything was done, and therefore think that the making of this thriller has taught me many practical things and made me a stronger group member.
evaluation
Evaluation
Our film starts with an establishing shot to show our target audience the Mise -en-scene and to create tension. In the background the non –diegetic sound forms tension and builds a thrilling atmosphere for our target audience. The media product, a short thriller, produced by our group, develops the forms and convention of real media product, for example: the costume of the female character Kristy. She represents high status women as the short skirt represents an office-worker, and her short-sleeved shirt represents well-presented female. The location, amongst some trees, sets a thrilling tone and an atmosphere of suspense for our target audience. This location follows the conventions of a thriller, as it is set in the late afternoon in an isolated wood. The establishing shot is a low angle, panning shot of Kristy, who is sitting amongst some waste ground looking very distressed. The audience sees the red bricks of a wall, covered in ivy, as the camera pans over to Kristy, who is clutching a large, Black Hand bag on her chest. Kristy as a vulnerable young woman, acting suspiciously with the bag, in an isolated place creates drama and suspense. In the second scene, the audience is introduced to Nathan with a medium long shot. He is young black male dressed in black hat, jacket and trainers, with dark blue jeans; he is represented as black male stereotype. Nathan is a typical black male villain as seen in real media films. He is leaving the door of a block of council flats. It is set in an urban location and the council flat suggests an urban low status. Nathan is represented as a confident character as he is walking slowly showing he is not scared of anything. The second shot is a tilt shot looking up on him showing him as physically big and powerful.
Our group used a wide range of shots for example bird’s eye view shot to show the two characters walking pass each other and Nathan barging Kristy out the way. This shot is used to show the Mise-en-scene. In our media thriller, our groups also used extreme close up on Kristy crying after the flash back. This camera shot was used to make the audience feel sympathetic towards her, by showing her expressions and her feelings close up to the audience.
Our media thriller used a black and white shot to represent a CCTV effect. This shot, shows Kristy walking towards the stairs and Nathan in the background walking past. We decided to use this effect to create interest in the thriller and attract the audience is attention. Nathan is introduced in a grey, cloudy colour in the background to create a flash back. A dreamy look suggests to our audience that it is in the past and keeps their interest or the storyline.
When editing our group decided to use effects, which connote the genre: horror and thriller. All of our shots were in a systematic order. Therefore, during editing, we simply added effects, for example, the dreamy, flashback effect. We also decided to a use soundtrack. It builds up with a slow tempo to create an atmosphere and combine with the thriller to produce overall tension. As a group, we decided to produce an amazing thriller, packed with tension and suspense.
Our media thriller represents a typical stereotype of a black male in dark clothing as a villain because that is how most young black teenagers are represented in this generation. Our target audiences are teenagers between the ages of 13-21 years, Therefore, most people between this age group can identify with this look as it appeals to them. However, this thriller could also have a wide audience because this is what happens in modern society. Our decision to use a male and female character is purposely done to appeal to both genders. Our thriller is aiming at young people that are in working class, as it would appeal to them most. The way that our media thriller will attract our audience are the choice of characters. The reason why this attracts our target audience is that our thriller is similar to their day-to-day situation. The location of our thriller is very thrilling and attracts, addresses our audience in a horrifying way to create an atmosphere.
Our group used a wide range of shots for example bird’s eye view shot to show the two characters walking pass each other and Nathan barging Kristy out the way. This shot is used to show the Mise-en-scene. In our media thriller, our groups also used extreme close up on Kristy crying after the flash back. This camera shot was used to make the audience feel sympathetic towards her, by showing her expressions and her feelings close up to the audience.
Our media thriller used a black and white shot to represent a CCTV effect. This shot, shows Kristy walking towards the stairs and Nathan in the background walking past. We decided to use this effect to create interest in the thriller and attract the audience is attention. Nathan is introduced in a grey, cloudy colour in the background to create a flash back. A dreamy look suggests to our audience that it is in the past and keeps their interest or the storyline.
When editing our group decided to use effects, which connote the genre: horror and thriller. All of our shots were in a systematic order. Therefore, during editing, we simply added effects, for example, the dreamy, flashback effect. We also decided to a use soundtrack. It builds up with a slow tempo to create an atmosphere and combine with the thriller to produce overall tension. As a group, we decided to produce an amazing thriller, packed with tension and suspense.
Our media thriller represents a typical stereotype of a black male in dark clothing as a villain because that is how most young black teenagers are represented in this generation. Our target audiences are teenagers between the ages of 13-21 years, Therefore, most people between this age group can identify with this look as it appeals to them. However, this thriller could also have a wide audience because this is what happens in modern society. Our decision to use a male and female character is purposely done to appeal to both genders. Our thriller is aiming at young people that are in working class, as it would appeal to them most. The way that our media thriller will attract our audience are the choice of characters. The reason why this attracts our target audience is that our thriller is similar to their day-to-day situation. The location of our thriller is very thrilling and attracts, addresses our audience in a horrifying way to create an atmosphere.
Our group decided to produce in the horror sub-genre. We have decided to produce this genre because most of our group members really enjoy watching horror films and it was an opportunity to produce our own. Our media thriller will attract our audience due to the storyline that is used. This storyline is very effective because it shadows and connects to their personal life. It is based on an inner city drama, which they can readily identify with and understand. The title possession addresses our audience in an emotional way, creating further interest .Our title also tells a bit about the narrative and this raises a question and wants to know about the possession.
The kind of media institution that would distribute our media thriller is a small independent UK release because our storyline would not appeal to a wider audience from other countries because their life styles are different. The location of our media thriller is in Britain because of the iconographic of the council flats therefore this might not appeal and attract other audience for example Americans who usually prefer big, single houses with swimming pools, for this reason that audience will lose interest. I think our thriller could only be released in the UK economy because other countries might not have the stereotype of a black male being the villain and therefore the audience would lose the main part of the storyline.
During construction of this thriller, I have improved in using the apple Mac; how to play, stop, forward and rewind a clips on the keyboard during the process of producing this thriller. I have learnt how to use a camera to present character feelings, for example, a close-up shot of Kristy’s face to make the audience feel sympathetic to her and create an atmosphere on film. I have learnt how to use software’s, for example, final cut pro, how to insert clips on the time line to create a sequence and produce an understandable narrative. I had not created a soundtrack before this coursework. During the process of creating our thriller, I learnt how to produce a soundtrack, which is suitable for a genre.
In hindsight, I think our group could have improved in our organization because we were not fully organized in preparing for filming. In our practice project, I learnt how you use the basic camerawork for example long shot, close-up and medium shots, which help us in the real thriller to produce an effect. Our practice project was about a character that acted suspicious and using basic camerawork for example close up of shoes, gradually starting to reveal the character costume with camera angels to create uncertainty. The two characters that our group used for the practice project were the same character used in our final thriller, as they were brilliant for the sub genre that our group decided to produce as our final thriller.
Evaluation
Evaluation
In this coursework, my group and I made jus over a 2-minute opening film clip based on a thriller genre. How we came to selecting our storyline is by brainstorming ideas down on a piece of paper and also we discussed previous film clips that we seen and put them forward to the table to give us and insight of what type of costume, location and shot type etc. that would could interpret into our film to make it thrilling. I originally made the narrative and put it forward to my group and they all seem to like my idea. In addition, the storyline was to have a woman of high status walking home from work, holding valuable possessions in her handbag and is later attacked by two possible suspects but we never see who actually does the actual assault o-n the woman.
The ways in which my media product develops and challenges forms of conventions is by the costume. The costume that we selected for the man is for him to look like a stereotypical bad boy. By these, we choose to have him in black trainers, black jacket, black woolly hat and blue jeans. By having this type of colour, it may reflect darkness. Meaning there is something dark/scary about the man. By this, the audience would automatically think that the man is the main suspect of the story. Likewise for the other potential suspect, we decided to have him wearing black trainers, blue jeans, black woolly hat and brown hooded top with the hood up. Lastly, for the high status woman we decided to have her in a business suit, which consisted of black heels, tights, grey skirt, white shirt, blue sophisticated jacket and a black handbag. By this arrangement, the audience would think she is high status by appearance and would immediately think she is the victim.
The location was in a council estate and side alley, we thought this would be best because the media is always showing us that this is most attacks happens. Body language of the high status woman was kinder crucial because she looked un-eased with herself, paranoid and worried, whilst she was walking. Whereas the males body language, was a lot more laidback and at ease with himself, and just normal but scary at the same time. So looking at both characters you can see a huge contrast between both of the actors.
Shot types that we used where mid-shots, long shots, crown shot, close and extreme close ups, tilt shot and high shot. The reason why we used mid shots was that we wanted to have a visual picture of the character. We used long shots because we need to see what is in the mise-en-scene see the scene and a clear picture of the location. Used crown shot to get a birds-eye view of the scene, which reveals everything. Used close and extreme close ups because we wanted to get a clear picture of the characters faces and there expression to understand there mood and what they could possibly be thinking. Tilted up shot was used to show the audience that the man is powerful and is sort of the top dog.
Through viewing previous thriller films most of the films use dull colour to emphasise that something bad could possibly happen. In addition, it lets the audience feel the mood and vibe of the scene. It indicates something thrilling. In my film, we did not use that many effects other than one. And that effect was just to show that we went into the past, so we can see what happens before she gets attacked. When it came to editing the film clip, my group decided to make it slow because we wanted to make sure the audience get a clear view of the location. Also we can see where the characters are heading.
My media film clip represents particular social groups due to the characters in the film. Mainly because of the male actor, reason being is that he looks like a troublesome youth. By the clothes, he is wearing and body language. Plus we see him coming out of his house, which is placed in a council estate so immediately we think he’s either working or a lower class citizen. On the other hand, we have the young woman actor. Who is wearing sophisticated clothes and looks like a high status woman.
The kind of media institution that would distribute my media product would be a small independent film label. Reason is because; the quality of the film does not look like a film that could be distributed all around the world on worldwide release. I feel that the audience would not give this film opening an opportunity in the cinemas because it is not fast and explosive enough to attract the viewer, they may begin to feel like it is boring.
The target audience for my media product would be for viewers around the age of 15 and above because, older people seem to have more patience. Whereas, youngsters want everything to be quick and fast. This film can be targeted at both genders. I think its one of those films you could watch as a couple, mates (male and female) and family. However, this film is more likely grab the attention of low status people because, of the characters and the location of where the film is set.
How my group attracted/addressed our audience is by the choice of stars and location we used. We attracted the lower class people by using the low status man, maybe some people could relate to his lifestyle and environment. This makes the audience attracted to the film because, they end being curious about what is going to happen in the film, making the audience wanting to watch more.
The title of the film, which is called “Possessions”, attracts the audience, because it indicates to the audience that this film is going to revolve around a pride possession that someone is carrying.
From doing this coursework, I learned a lot about the technology process of constructing this film opening. What I learnt is that the camera work is crucial for the editing stages on Final Cut Pro. What recording on the cameras you have to make sure the actors do the same thing exactly the same way as before, so when you began to match everything flows fluently. When constructing the music on Soundtrack it was very straightforward and easy but the only thing I did not really like about it was that there was too many sounds and very view good ones in my opinion. Other than that, everything was easy for when using all of the software, Apple Macs and cameras.
Finally, looking back at my task things that we could have done differently is the planning. We could have been a lot more prepared for what we were going to do when we went out to film our film clip. We should have had an organised structure of what scenes and shots we were going to use for particular scenes. When it came to my group in the beginning, I felt it was a little unfair because, I did not get to choose whom I wanted to be with. However when I got into my group I felt satisfied because I knew they were hard working people, and would work to the best of there ability.
In this coursework, my group and I made jus over a 2-minute opening film clip based on a thriller genre. How we came to selecting our storyline is by brainstorming ideas down on a piece of paper and also we discussed previous film clips that we seen and put them forward to the table to give us and insight of what type of costume, location and shot type etc. that would could interpret into our film to make it thrilling. I originally made the narrative and put it forward to my group and they all seem to like my idea. In addition, the storyline was to have a woman of high status walking home from work, holding valuable possessions in her handbag and is later attacked by two possible suspects but we never see who actually does the actual assault o-n the woman.
The ways in which my media product develops and challenges forms of conventions is by the costume. The costume that we selected for the man is for him to look like a stereotypical bad boy. By these, we choose to have him in black trainers, black jacket, black woolly hat and blue jeans. By having this type of colour, it may reflect darkness. Meaning there is something dark/scary about the man. By this, the audience would automatically think that the man is the main suspect of the story. Likewise for the other potential suspect, we decided to have him wearing black trainers, blue jeans, black woolly hat and brown hooded top with the hood up. Lastly, for the high status woman we decided to have her in a business suit, which consisted of black heels, tights, grey skirt, white shirt, blue sophisticated jacket and a black handbag. By this arrangement, the audience would think she is high status by appearance and would immediately think she is the victim.
The location was in a council estate and side alley, we thought this would be best because the media is always showing us that this is most attacks happens. Body language of the high status woman was kinder crucial because she looked un-eased with herself, paranoid and worried, whilst she was walking. Whereas the males body language, was a lot more laidback and at ease with himself, and just normal but scary at the same time. So looking at both characters you can see a huge contrast between both of the actors.
Shot types that we used where mid-shots, long shots, crown shot, close and extreme close ups, tilt shot and high shot. The reason why we used mid shots was that we wanted to have a visual picture of the character. We used long shots because we need to see what is in the mise-en-scene see the scene and a clear picture of the location. Used crown shot to get a birds-eye view of the scene, which reveals everything. Used close and extreme close ups because we wanted to get a clear picture of the characters faces and there expression to understand there mood and what they could possibly be thinking. Tilted up shot was used to show the audience that the man is powerful and is sort of the top dog.
Through viewing previous thriller films most of the films use dull colour to emphasise that something bad could possibly happen. In addition, it lets the audience feel the mood and vibe of the scene. It indicates something thrilling. In my film, we did not use that many effects other than one. And that effect was just to show that we went into the past, so we can see what happens before she gets attacked. When it came to editing the film clip, my group decided to make it slow because we wanted to make sure the audience get a clear view of the location. Also we can see where the characters are heading.
My media film clip represents particular social groups due to the characters in the film. Mainly because of the male actor, reason being is that he looks like a troublesome youth. By the clothes, he is wearing and body language. Plus we see him coming out of his house, which is placed in a council estate so immediately we think he’s either working or a lower class citizen. On the other hand, we have the young woman actor. Who is wearing sophisticated clothes and looks like a high status woman.
The kind of media institution that would distribute my media product would be a small independent film label. Reason is because; the quality of the film does not look like a film that could be distributed all around the world on worldwide release. I feel that the audience would not give this film opening an opportunity in the cinemas because it is not fast and explosive enough to attract the viewer, they may begin to feel like it is boring.
The target audience for my media product would be for viewers around the age of 15 and above because, older people seem to have more patience. Whereas, youngsters want everything to be quick and fast. This film can be targeted at both genders. I think its one of those films you could watch as a couple, mates (male and female) and family. However, this film is more likely grab the attention of low status people because, of the characters and the location of where the film is set.
How my group attracted/addressed our audience is by the choice of stars and location we used. We attracted the lower class people by using the low status man, maybe some people could relate to his lifestyle and environment. This makes the audience attracted to the film because, they end being curious about what is going to happen in the film, making the audience wanting to watch more.
The title of the film, which is called “Possessions”, attracts the audience, because it indicates to the audience that this film is going to revolve around a pride possession that someone is carrying.
From doing this coursework, I learned a lot about the technology process of constructing this film opening. What I learnt is that the camera work is crucial for the editing stages on Final Cut Pro. What recording on the cameras you have to make sure the actors do the same thing exactly the same way as before, so when you began to match everything flows fluently. When constructing the music on Soundtrack it was very straightforward and easy but the only thing I did not really like about it was that there was too many sounds and very view good ones in my opinion. Other than that, everything was easy for when using all of the software, Apple Macs and cameras.
Finally, looking back at my task things that we could have done differently is the planning. We could have been a lot more prepared for what we were going to do when we went out to film our film clip. We should have had an organised structure of what scenes and shots we were going to use for particular scenes. When it came to my group in the beginning, I felt it was a little unfair because, I did not get to choose whom I wanted to be with. However when I got into my group I felt satisfied because I knew they were hard working people, and would work to the best of there ability.
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