When it came to the production side of our work, we found the lighting the hardest part of the mise-en-scene to get right. We had to use quite an innovative technique to get the lighting as to how we wanted it.
Originally, the dark alley-way which our two protagonists get abducted in, was literally pitch-black, therefore we needed to think how to get our lighting right for filming. We used factors such as vehicles headlights to get some of the lighting effects, like the part where the shadows of the girls walk past the wall.
We also used sensor lights to light up the narrow parts of the alley-way, like when one of our protagonists, Gabi, runs down the alley. The sensor lights were really awkward to get working and it took us many shots to get the right lighting for it. We literally had to have someone waving to the sensor lights in an off-camera position to keep the lights on.
And this was how we managed to get the lighting the way we wanted for our production, "Shadow".
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Thursday, 13 May 2010
Tuesday, 11 May 2010
11th May Tuesday 2010
To receive feedback for our opening sequence, we put our video on Facebook so that we could see what people liked and disliked about our production.
This is the direct link to the Facebook page.
http://www.facebook.com/kash.khimji?v=app_2392950137&ref=profile#!/video/video.php?v=422905273139
This is the direct link to the Facebook page.
http://www.facebook.com/kash.khimji?v=app_2392950137&ref=profile#!/video/video.php?v=422905273139
Friday, 7 May 2010
Looking back at the preliminary task what do you think you have learnt from the progression from it to the full task?
Looking back at our preliminary task we think our work has become more professional and visually mature and we haven’t made as many amateur mistakes like the 180 degree rule which we broke in the first attempt in the preliminary task. We think our team work was a pivotal factor in the success of our production because we shared the work equally and were all dedicated as we filmed when we could even if it was raining. We learnt to avoid any continuity errors and after logging and capturing footage we always made sure we examined our footage thoroughly before adding it to the timeline. Even though different scenes were filmed at different times we made sure it was continuous through costumes, hair and makeup- mainly mise en scene. Overall we have learnt that team work is vital.
Looking back at our preliminary task we think our work has become more professional and visually mature and we haven’t made as many amateur mistakes like the 180 degree rule which we broke in the first attempt in the preliminary task. We think our team work was a pivotal factor in the success of our production because we shared the work equally and were all dedicated as we filmed when we could even if it was raining. We learnt to avoid any continuity errors and after logging and capturing footage we always made sure we examined our footage thoroughly before adding it to the timeline. Even though different scenes were filmed at different times we made sure it was continuous through costumes, hair and makeup- mainly mise en scene. Overall we have learnt that team work is vital.
What have you learnt about technologies from the process of constructing this product?
From creating this production we have learned a lot about using software’s and technological equipment.
We have learnt the basics of how to use a camera, for example setting the camera up on the tripod and the function of each button. When filming shots we also learnt framing and composition, to make the shots look professional. Knowledge and understanding of the spirit level also helped us to set the camera up properly to make sure our shots were composed and controlled.
We also learnt how to use the editing software ‘final cut pro’ to log and capture our footage as well as edit. We learnt how to add footage to the timeline and how to cut and delete the appropriate footage. When focusing on our genre and grabbing the audience’s attention, we also explored effects like fades and dissolves so the footage flowed in a sequence. Other effects we discovered were speeding up and slowing down footage movements, and also changing the colour intensity and contrast. When coming to the end of our production, we also discovered the templates and subtitles for our credits.
For experimenting with sound, we learnt how to use the software ‘garage band’ and how to convert them into mp4 using soundtrack pro so we could add the soundtracks and effects to the timeline.
From creating this production we have learned a lot about using software’s and technological equipment.
We have learnt the basics of how to use a camera, for example setting the camera up on the tripod and the function of each button. When filming shots we also learnt framing and composition, to make the shots look professional. Knowledge and understanding of the spirit level also helped us to set the camera up properly to make sure our shots were composed and controlled.
We also learnt how to use the editing software ‘final cut pro’ to log and capture our footage as well as edit. We learnt how to add footage to the timeline and how to cut and delete the appropriate footage. When focusing on our genre and grabbing the audience’s attention, we also explored effects like fades and dissolves so the footage flowed in a sequence. Other effects we discovered were speeding up and slowing down footage movements, and also changing the colour intensity and contrast. When coming to the end of our production, we also discovered the templates and subtitles for our credits.
For experimenting with sound, we learnt how to use the software ‘garage band’ and how to convert them into mp4 using soundtrack pro so we could add the soundtracks and effects to the timeline.
How did you attract/address your audience?
We attracted our audience by using the 4 technical codes effectively.
In the dark room scene we edited our film to make it black and white so it would be creepy and intense. This defines the genre of our production and grabs the attention of our audience straight away.
The sound within this scene is non-diagetic. The string instruments create a muffled piercing sound which is effective because it builds tension and mystery which makes the audience intrigued and attentive and want to understand the reason behind the pictures.
We have used a range of shots within the dark room but one particular camera movement we have used was a close-up pan across the photographs. The pan starts off slow so the audience can see what the photographs are of, but builds up speed to emphasise the amount of photographs, which the audience later realise are victims. This makes the audience anxious and keeps them in suspense.
James’s costume consists of all black clothing and a balaclava, making his character intimidating and stereotypical for the genre. The audience are grabbed because the glimpse of him suggests something bad is about to happen later in the film.
In the park night club scene we begin with a fast pan which we sped up using the editing software, final cut pro. We did this to create a freaky atmosphere, as it gives the inclination that time has been messed with and could symbolise the lack of control in the scene. This makes the audience excited, but also weary of what to expect.
The lighting in this scene is limited, as we filmed most of the production at night time. The club lights in the scene are colourful and create a spotlight upon the two female characters, which highlights them to the audience, and makes them question why they have been focused upon. The audience wonders if the photograph seen in the opening sequence was the two girls, which makes them speculate what is going to happen to them.
Sound in this scene is non-diagetic but made to think it is coming from the club. We created a soundtrack on the software garage band of club music and played it alongside the footage of the two girls coming out of the club. We think this targeted our chosen audience because it is modern and similar to what they listen to as individuals.
In this scene we also showed that the camera doesn’t always have to be moving to be effective. We set the tripod up with the camera, and let the two female characters walk on and off camera. This was effective because it makes the characters look small and distant, as if they are being watched, creating vulnerability and uncertainty.
As the film progresses to the alleyway scene, the lighting becomes more frightening as we use the effect of shadows. As the girls walk behind the camera, the audience see two shadows projected onto the wall, which is in a spotlight. This shot looks professional and also makes the audience paranoid for the girls.
In this scene we also use a point of view shot of Gabi when she is running to find Gemma. The camera is shaking and symbolises a loss of control in the situation, and the audience get a sense of involvement in the action.
Finally, in the car park scene there is an over the shoulder shot of Gabi looking up towards where the noise of the killer was coming from. The audience see the back of Gabi’s head looking up at a dark and mysterious background but the killer has gone. The wind in the scene is blowing Gabi’s hair making it eerie as that is the only movement. This creates a sense of loneliness and paranoia.
The lighting and sound in this scene effectively work together at the end of our production. As the phone lights up in the darkness, the non-diagetic sound which we created on garage band, kicks in at the same time with a phone ring. The spotlight then comes on and the audience see a hand next to the phone, not moving. As the third ring stops, the screen goes black. Then the fourth ring plays in complete darkness. This is effective because the audience are shocked to see the hand, and the dark screen at the end is powerful and makes the audience want to continue watching.
We attracted our audience by using the 4 technical codes effectively.
In the dark room scene we edited our film to make it black and white so it would be creepy and intense. This defines the genre of our production and grabs the attention of our audience straight away.
The sound within this scene is non-diagetic. The string instruments create a muffled piercing sound which is effective because it builds tension and mystery which makes the audience intrigued and attentive and want to understand the reason behind the pictures.
We have used a range of shots within the dark room but one particular camera movement we have used was a close-up pan across the photographs. The pan starts off slow so the audience can see what the photographs are of, but builds up speed to emphasise the amount of photographs, which the audience later realise are victims. This makes the audience anxious and keeps them in suspense.
James’s costume consists of all black clothing and a balaclava, making his character intimidating and stereotypical for the genre. The audience are grabbed because the glimpse of him suggests something bad is about to happen later in the film.
In the park night club scene we begin with a fast pan which we sped up using the editing software, final cut pro. We did this to create a freaky atmosphere, as it gives the inclination that time has been messed with and could symbolise the lack of control in the scene. This makes the audience excited, but also weary of what to expect.
The lighting in this scene is limited, as we filmed most of the production at night time. The club lights in the scene are colourful and create a spotlight upon the two female characters, which highlights them to the audience, and makes them question why they have been focused upon. The audience wonders if the photograph seen in the opening sequence was the two girls, which makes them speculate what is going to happen to them.
Sound in this scene is non-diagetic but made to think it is coming from the club. We created a soundtrack on the software garage band of club music and played it alongside the footage of the two girls coming out of the club. We think this targeted our chosen audience because it is modern and similar to what they listen to as individuals.
In this scene we also showed that the camera doesn’t always have to be moving to be effective. We set the tripod up with the camera, and let the two female characters walk on and off camera. This was effective because it makes the characters look small and distant, as if they are being watched, creating vulnerability and uncertainty.
As the film progresses to the alleyway scene, the lighting becomes more frightening as we use the effect of shadows. As the girls walk behind the camera, the audience see two shadows projected onto the wall, which is in a spotlight. This shot looks professional and also makes the audience paranoid for the girls.
In this scene we also use a point of view shot of Gabi when she is running to find Gemma. The camera is shaking and symbolises a loss of control in the situation, and the audience get a sense of involvement in the action.
Finally, in the car park scene there is an over the shoulder shot of Gabi looking up towards where the noise of the killer was coming from. The audience see the back of Gabi’s head looking up at a dark and mysterious background but the killer has gone. The wind in the scene is blowing Gabi’s hair making it eerie as that is the only movement. This creates a sense of loneliness and paranoia.
The lighting and sound in this scene effectively work together at the end of our production. As the phone lights up in the darkness, the non-diagetic sound which we created on garage band, kicks in at the same time with a phone ring. The spotlight then comes on and the audience see a hand next to the phone, not moving. As the third ring stops, the screen goes black. Then the fourth ring plays in complete darkness. This is effective because the audience are shocked to see the hand, and the dark screen at the end is powerful and makes the audience want to continue watching.
Who would be the audience for your media product?
The audience for our media product would be 16-24, therefore it would have the certificate 15. Our plot relates more to that age group because it involves student life and the characters themselves are of this age range.
We think our audience could relate to the two female characters as they are of the same age, fashionable and sociable.
Females could relate to the two girls because of similar interests and behaviour, and males could enjoy watching our production because of the attraction to the girls and the thrillers characteristics.
We think our production would be for a mass audience because the genre is thriller and for our target audience thrillers are a popular film choice.
The audience for our media product would be 16-24, therefore it would have the certificate 15. Our plot relates more to that age group because it involves student life and the characters themselves are of this age range.
We think our audience could relate to the two female characters as they are of the same age, fashionable and sociable.
Females could relate to the two girls because of similar interests and behaviour, and males could enjoy watching our production because of the attraction to the girls and the thrillers characteristics.
We think our production would be for a mass audience because the genre is thriller and for our target audience thrillers are a popular film choice.
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