We filmed our opening sequence, across two day.
On the first day of filming we shot and planned most of our opening sequence and credits.
We both set up the scene and decided where the props would be positioned in each shot.
Georgina focus on the camera, using a tripod and a light placed on top of the camera which James decided created eery shadows, to create atmosphere within the scenes.
Using the camera Georgina was able to play around with the focus to create eye vision like shots, we decided she would be best for the camera job as she does photography and is used to using cameras.
James focused on the lighting within each scene to create tension and atmosphere. We wanted some scenes to be darker to make it look at night or a dream.
We both directed the shoot, we put forward our ideas and decided together which one we thought would look best We are both very creative and have big imaginations so it was very easy working with James, we work well together and have a good bond which makes it easy and we never fall out over anything.
We did one reshot, and added in a dream scene which helps build up the character, without dialogue. I'm glad we added this as it really helps to create tension and suspense and it cut from real life to the dream.
Georgina, James
ReplyDeleteYou have completed you video to deadline and have managed your production professionally, well done! I would currently place your work in the upper L4 area, here is a breakdown plus a few improvements you may wish to consider to secure your mark.
What you have done well:
Excellent framing and variety of angles, professional and stylish - impressive! (L4)
Attention to detail mise-en-scene (drowning the boy, the car, the actor, the titles) (L4)
Narrative makes sense yet is ambitious in its structure (L4)
Clearly establishes genre and the opening of a film (L4)
Images and sounds work well & meet conventions (L4)
Some areas to improve:
Bad Film effect over your titles will add to the mood (L4+)
More disturbing foley noises as the titles jump cut (L4+)
Mix the levels during the dream sequence more carefully (L4+)
A 'sound bridge' during the dream sequence of phone ringing to bring us back into the real world (L4+)
Congratulations.
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