Over the past few weeks we had to refilm alot of shots. We redid our shot of the stereo because the previous shot was too blury.
We also filmed a closing shot of myself against a interactive whiteboard. We turned up the highlights on this shot so that it looks like a large white room. This gives a sense of mystery and unknown, so that people dont know where i am.
We also went back to our local road to refilm some of the driving shots as the previous ones were too shaky, so we used a tripod inside the car.
When it came down to editing the peice we had alot of issues because of the camera we used and the software. The camera is HD and thus recorded in H.264 but within an avi container, however Final Cut Express doesnt support this so we had to convert it to a mov at 1500kbs 856 x 480 (so its no longer HD) and then had to render each clip in the timelime before even being able to edit it.
We used a range of effects, such as blur, highlights, motion streaks. We also used transitions on the titles such as fades. The sshots are cut together with cuts, and fades to white for the flashbacks.
Sound track
Our sound track is Seperateways By Journey, however it has been brought to our attention that we are no longer allowed to use copyrighted music.
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Tuesday, 31 March 2009
Monday, 9 March 2009
Meeting 16
Meeting 16, 9/3/09
All present
today we plan to get footage of the shutters closing as when we filmed this at the farm it was too jolty and when sped up it did not close evenly enough.
Outcome:
We could not get access to the shutters as we could not find the key to open them we will plan to get these shots next time.
All present
today we plan to get footage of the shutters closing as when we filmed this at the farm it was too jolty and when sped up it did not close evenly enough.
Outcome:
We could not get access to the shutters as we could not find the key to open them we will plan to get these shots next time.
Monday 9/3/09
Today we went to go film some of the shots that we had problems with, so now we have the footage of the car stereo being turned up as last time it was too blurry. We would have redone the shot of the shutters but we could not get access to the shutters so that will have to be done later, when we film the antagonist.
Tuesday, 24 February 2009
Meeting 15
Meeting 15 24-2-09
All Present
Today we plan to put our footage onto the computer (from yesterday) and have a look at it.
We need to make sure the lighting conditions were suitable, and the shots were properly framed.
Outcome:
A lot of what we filmed is not useable, its either badly lit or has crew members in the shot.
The shot where its pointing at the road the shot is too shaky. (over the sholder)
These will have to be reshot.
All Present
Today we plan to put our footage onto the computer (from yesterday) and have a look at it.
We need to make sure the lighting conditions were suitable, and the shots were properly framed.
Outcome:
A lot of what we filmed is not useable, its either badly lit or has crew members in the shot.
The shot where its pointing at the road the shot is too shaky. (over the sholder)
These will have to be reshot.
Meeting 14
Meeting 14 23-2-09
All Present
Today we plan to go film the first 4 – 6 shots from our storyboards.
All Present
Today we plan to go film the first 4 – 6 shots from our storyboards.
Friday, 13 February 2009
Wednesday, 11 February 2009
Meeting 11/12
11
All Present
Starting doing story boards.
Started Prelimary scores
12
All Present
Continuing Story Boards
Showed preliminay scores to rest of group (provided by emiel)
All Present
Starting doing story boards.
Started Prelimary scores
12
All Present
Continuing Story Boards
Showed preliminay scores to rest of group (provided by emiel)
Monday, 9 February 2009
Final Plot Plot
Male character, the man is quite well dressed, as if he is from the city, and is a paper pusher, and doesnt do too well around the farm. shows up at barn 0ut of petrol. (gas canister)
After looking for people, he susses noone is there, and then begins to have flashbacks. These flashbacks are of an experience he has forgotten about. The flashbacks are of children screaming, and shocking stuff, whilst looking at a room.
A shutter, which he walked through shuts on him, and traps him in the barn, he must now get out.
As he explores the area as a way to escape. Credits roll.
This plot challenges conventions, because a male character, is out of his depth, and very scared, which is usually portrayed by a female character.
One actor throughout sequence, however you are aware of a antagonist. This is created by a negative atmostphere
After looking for people, he susses noone is there, and then begins to have flashbacks. These flashbacks are of an experience he has forgotten about. The flashbacks are of children screaming, and shocking stuff, whilst looking at a room.
A shutter, which he walked through shuts on him, and traps him in the barn, he must now get out.
As he explores the area as a way to escape. Credits roll.
This plot challenges conventions, because a male character, is out of his depth, and very scared, which is usually portrayed by a female character.
One actor throughout sequence, however you are aware of a antagonist. This is created by a negative atmostphere
Meeting 10
Meeting 10 – 09/01/09
All Present
Divy up jobs for storyboarding.
Sam Costumes
Adrian photos – story boarding
Emeil sounds – creating music 1 min approximately
Karen lighting – further research
All Present
Divy up jobs for storyboarding.
Sam Costumes
Adrian photos – story boarding
Emeil sounds – creating music 1 min approximately
Karen lighting – further research
A Grand Day Out
On Thursday 5th Febuary, we had a trip out to our location, here are some images from our trip.
The purpose was to get an idea of the location and all the possible shots it had to offer. Not all of the shots are useable but some are.
The purpose was to get an idea of the location and all the possible shots it had to offer. Not all of the shots are useable but some are.
The first image has a contrast of the modern and old style of a farm, this is a very useful, and creates a sense of horror. When doing our research, we discoverd old country was more 'scary' then modern day. However this contrast will apeal to a wider range of people.
The seccond image is of a river and some trees. It has a sense of mystery, and 'earyness' to it. This would make some interesting shots in the surrounding areas, however it may be a bit too 'Silence of the lambs'
The third image is the first location, but the doors from a different angle.
The Fourth image, is in the old barn, the wall has holes in it, which, when the lights are out creates an 'eary' feeling. However, this would be difficult to light, so we can actually see the actors. We would need to light this from other angles.
The 5th image, is of the surrounding feilds, this is another area where we can do outdoor shots. However, the scene will look very different on any other day, since it was snowy and rainy.
The 6th image, is of an opening in one of the barns. The fan in the top, could be spinning, and can create an industial feel to it. The door doesnt slam shut, but there is another door that does slam shot, which with some clever editing wil appear to be the same door.
The seccond image is of a river and some trees. It has a sense of mystery, and 'earyness' to it. This would make some interesting shots in the surrounding areas, however it may be a bit too 'Silence of the lambs'
The third image is the first location, but the doors from a different angle.
The Fourth image, is in the old barn, the wall has holes in it, which, when the lights are out creates an 'eary' feeling. However, this would be difficult to light, so we can actually see the actors. We would need to light this from other angles.
The 5th image, is of the surrounding feilds, this is another area where we can do outdoor shots. However, the scene will look very different on any other day, since it was snowy and rainy.
The 6th image, is of an opening in one of the barns. The fan in the top, could be spinning, and can create an industial feel to it. The door doesnt slam shut, but there is another door that does slam shot, which with some clever editing wil appear to be the same door.
Friday, 30 January 2009
Meeting 9
Meeting 9 – 30/1/09
All Present
Lighting and Sound
Sound - Why?
Atmosphere – Sound fx, voice overs, soundtrack, tone of voice.
Realism – Diegetic, Movement, Use of equipment, Mise-en-scene
Dialogue – Clarity (directing and recording) External mic/camera mic
Our Plan
• Any dialogue between multiple characters, would be better for an external mic
• Personal speaking would be good as overdubbing, to get a close up sound, as well as any flashback speaking, since that would sound better if isolated and in your face.
Lighting – Plan
• Any outdoor shots we will be key and fill lighting by a tractor and or a teleporter. They have huge lights, which would be good for lighting people correctly.
• Indoor shots, (eg broken barn) would be low key lighting, will be lit by workman lights out of frame, to create the illusion, all light is natural coming through the cracks, and open doors.
All Present
Lighting and Sound
Sound - Why?
Atmosphere – Sound fx, voice overs, soundtrack, tone of voice.
Realism – Diegetic, Movement, Use of equipment, Mise-en-scene
Dialogue – Clarity (directing and recording) External mic/camera mic
Our Plan
• Any dialogue between multiple characters, would be better for an external mic
• Personal speaking would be good as overdubbing, to get a close up sound, as well as any flashback speaking, since that would sound better if isolated and in your face.
Lighting – Plan
• Any outdoor shots we will be key and fill lighting by a tractor and or a teleporter. They have huge lights, which would be good for lighting people correctly.
• Indoor shots, (eg broken barn) would be low key lighting, will be lit by workman lights out of frame, to create the illusion, all light is natural coming through the cracks, and open doors.
Wednesday, 28 January 2009
meeting 8
Meeting 8 28-1-09
All Present
Tasks since last
ï Sam researched thrillers that have been released in the past year. And is analyzing the results.
ï JCB health and safety.
ï Discussed possible shots.
Character Motifs
Protagonist
Antagonist
All Present
Tasks since last
ï Sam researched thrillers that have been released in the past year. And is analyzing the results.
ï JCB health and safety.
ï Discussed possible shots.
Character Motifs
Protagonist
Antagonist
Tuesday, 27 January 2009
Meetings 6/7
Meeting 6
Wrote analysis’s of films onto blog
Created own plot ideas
Meeting 7
Updated the blog logo (Adrian’s Photoshop Skills)
Discussed ideas
Pulled together those ideas and evaluated on feasibility.
Wrote analysis’s of films onto blog
Created own plot ideas
Meeting 7
Updated the blog logo (Adrian’s Photoshop Skills)
Discussed ideas
Pulled together those ideas and evaluated on feasibility.
Plot Idea
A woman/man suddenly awakens at a farm in the mud. She has no idea how she got there or where exactly she is. She tries to leave but is kept by hallucinations of her escape leading to certain death, and her remaining there being tortured and held captive. This story is his/her struggle for her life.
Monday, 26 January 2009
meeting 5
all present
all wrote separate plot ideas and then proceeded to compare the ideas picking bits form each of them and dying how they can be improved and then saying how it is achievable within our current area and environment
a example of this is if we were looking for a mountain scene and lived in the centre of london this would not be very realistic
plot motive possibilities
- killing
- unstable environment
- no go area
- blood/viscera
- crime
- loss/kidnap
- science
- theft
- quest
Saturday, 24 January 2009
Film Analasis
Bad boys II is an comedy/action/thriller (not in that order). As a side note I think this is a great way to get people who arnt usually into thirillers, to watch them.
The opening scene is fast paced, and full of tention. You start off observing illicit drugs being manufactured on a large scale, this gives a sense of a big operation. The camera follows these drugs being packaged, slammed inside a coffin with the camera shooting out (something we can easily do, and is very effective), the camera then passing by a character in the phonebox who we do not know if he is important or not. And then the 'head of operations' guy in florida taking the orders in is imediatly established, by his white suit, and large house.
a great moment which i thourouly thought was enjoyable, and effective, was when the police officers jump out of the kkk costumes. It is slowed down, and there is a sound fx added to it. This is also a simple process, and would be effective if used correctly in our peice too.
The title credits were very digital, and had digital typing sounds on them, this was also very effective, and set the time frame of the film.
Silence of the Lambs
The opening shots are false suspense, because the scene is dark, dull grey, misty, and has bad conitations to it, and the music has an eary sensation to it, with synth pads and full of minor thirds. We see the woman emerge from the distance, and it appears she is in great distress, but in reality (as we find out in a few shots) she is doing an obsticle course for the fbi. But in the first shot we see that she is wearing an FBI shirt, but are not sure weather she is escaping or just training. She is directed later to go to the main building which appears very modernised, but hidden away within a forrest. It is very clear when she gets into the building which social group she belogs to. On the floor she walks in on, eveyone is dressed similar to her, and she interacts well, but after she goes upstairs, or even in the elevator, she is surrounded by tall well dressed men, and women are almost nowhere to be found. There is a sign which points to (i think it was something to do with mental health) which again you ask, has she got something wrong with her or is she work there or what? The camera follows her with a stedicam, which gives the impression of long halls, and other people walking around following her. It creates a very interesting shot when she sees the wall in the office. instead of shot, reaction shot, its reaction shot, shot which creates suspense, making the audience want to know whats shes seeing.
This again is very effective and would be good to use in our production.
28 Days Later
The film starts with a jolt, a exclose up on an eye awakeing, and a sudden inhalation of air. There is no other sound then him, which makes the audience wonder whats happening, and creates suspense. The LACK of sound is very effective. He gets up walks around the hospital and finds some clothes. He gets some soda from the floor, and things are strewn around, and the building is abandoned. you hear his footsteps, and music starts to bulid. He walks outside, and its central london, and noones there. They filmed early in the day with the aperature wide open. This is something we can do too, although, we may find closing off roads not within our power (haha).
there is a false suspense when he aproaches the car, and the alarm gets set off, although it may cause people to jump, it doesnt change his imediate danger.
The way suspense builds is, he finds things, the cameras get closer, the cuts are faster and musical tention builds and gets louder, until it creshendos.
this is something well within our ability to do.
I Think there are alot of good techniques available in these films, and we should really take a close look and pick and choose the ones we think would work best in our peice.
The opening scene is fast paced, and full of tention. You start off observing illicit drugs being manufactured on a large scale, this gives a sense of a big operation. The camera follows these drugs being packaged, slammed inside a coffin with the camera shooting out (something we can easily do, and is very effective), the camera then passing by a character in the phonebox who we do not know if he is important or not. And then the 'head of operations' guy in florida taking the orders in is imediatly established, by his white suit, and large house.
a great moment which i thourouly thought was enjoyable, and effective, was when the police officers jump out of the kkk costumes. It is slowed down, and there is a sound fx added to it. This is also a simple process, and would be effective if used correctly in our peice too.
The title credits were very digital, and had digital typing sounds on them, this was also very effective, and set the time frame of the film.
Silence of the Lambs
The opening shots are false suspense, because the scene is dark, dull grey, misty, and has bad conitations to it, and the music has an eary sensation to it, with synth pads and full of minor thirds. We see the woman emerge from the distance, and it appears she is in great distress, but in reality (as we find out in a few shots) she is doing an obsticle course for the fbi. But in the first shot we see that she is wearing an FBI shirt, but are not sure weather she is escaping or just training. She is directed later to go to the main building which appears very modernised, but hidden away within a forrest. It is very clear when she gets into the building which social group she belogs to. On the floor she walks in on, eveyone is dressed similar to her, and she interacts well, but after she goes upstairs, or even in the elevator, she is surrounded by tall well dressed men, and women are almost nowhere to be found. There is a sign which points to (i think it was something to do with mental health) which again you ask, has she got something wrong with her or is she work there or what? The camera follows her with a stedicam, which gives the impression of long halls, and other people walking around following her. It creates a very interesting shot when she sees the wall in the office. instead of shot, reaction shot, its reaction shot, shot which creates suspense, making the audience want to know whats shes seeing.
This again is very effective and would be good to use in our production.
28 Days Later
The film starts with a jolt, a exclose up on an eye awakeing, and a sudden inhalation of air. There is no other sound then him, which makes the audience wonder whats happening, and creates suspense. The LACK of sound is very effective. He gets up walks around the hospital and finds some clothes. He gets some soda from the floor, and things are strewn around, and the building is abandoned. you hear his footsteps, and music starts to bulid. He walks outside, and its central london, and noones there. They filmed early in the day with the aperature wide open. This is something we can do too, although, we may find closing off roads not within our power (haha).
there is a false suspense when he aproaches the car, and the alarm gets set off, although it may cause people to jump, it doesnt change his imediate danger.
The way suspense builds is, he finds things, the cameras get closer, the cuts are faster and musical tention builds and gets louder, until it creshendos.
this is something well within our ability to do.
I Think there are alot of good techniques available in these films, and we should really take a close look and pick and choose the ones we think would work best in our peice.
Wednesday, 21 January 2009
Update 1
Here is a list of things that I have done recently....
- Added dates & Times when all memebers are free together (inc weekends)
- Printed those off for all members (hard copy)
- Added link to meetings post to relate the relevant infomation
- Edited settings on blog, (descriptions ect)
- Added Introductory post about us and blog
- Added THIS POST! (how ironic)
Free Time Togther?
If someone is able to attend a day/period their name will be listed.
Afterschool
Afterschool
Mon : Emiel, Karen, Sam
Tues: Adrian, Karen
Wed: All
Thur: All
Fri: N/A
Sat: All
Sun: All (afternoon only)
PPAs:
Mon1 : Period 2 (all except Adrian)
Tues1: N/A
Wed1: Period 2,5 (all except Adrian)
Thrus1: Period 2 (all except Emiel)
Fri1: Period 3 (all except Emiel)
Mon2: Period 5 (Karen and Sam ONLY)
Tues2: Period 2 (all except Adrian)
Wed2: Period 4,5 (all except Adrian)
Thrus2: Period 1 (Adrian, Emiel ONLY) Period 2,4 (all except Emiel)
Fri2: Period 2 (Adrian, Emiel ONLY) Period 1,3 (Sam, Karen ONLY)
We can refer to this at anypoint to see when we can get together to arrange meetings about production. This can also include filming, editing ect. A Hard copy of this has been been printed and handed to all group memebers by Adrian.
Tues: Adrian, Karen
Wed: All
Thur: All
Fri: N/A
Sat: All
Sun: All (afternoon only)
PPAs:
Mon1 : Period 2 (all except Adrian)
Tues1: N/A
Wed1: Period 2,5 (all except Adrian)
Thrus1: Period 2 (all except Emiel)
Fri1: Period 3 (all except Emiel)
Mon2: Period 5 (Karen and Sam ONLY)
Tues2: Period 2 (all except Adrian)
Wed2: Period 4,5 (all except Adrian)
Thrus2: Period 1 (Adrian, Emiel ONLY) Period 2,4 (all except Emiel)
Fri2: Period 2 (Adrian, Emiel ONLY) Period 1,3 (Sam, Karen ONLY)
We can refer to this at anypoint to see when we can get together to arrange meetings about production. This can also include filming, editing ect. A Hard copy of this has been been printed and handed to all group memebers by Adrian.
Further Research
what does the audience look for in a thriller film
- action
- pace
- suspense-links you to the film
- explosions to make the film more exiting and also adds to the visual ascetics
- hero
- care chase
- fake danger
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