Friday, 30 March 2012
Thursday, 29 March 2012
production budget 19-23/03/12
This was the first day/week of editing. This was mainly done by the director (due to class of lessons) but was quite successful. the first half of the film was editing and cut, just lacking a soundtrack. this was quite quick and straight forward for us.
production budget 26-30/03/12
this was the last few days of editing. Whilst our group were editing there were a few disagreements throughout. This led to two copies of the film being made. With both copies a subtle audience research took place amongst companions and acquaintances The research led the second choice being chosen (our opening sequence to be posted shortly)
production budget 16/03/12
Today was our second day of filming. This was the scenes from outside, leading the death of the first victim. This turned out not to be as long winded as first thought. The camera shots came easier(most of the camera shots from shot list were either different or used at different stages of the short clip. This didn't take too long and we chose a few alternative shots for each scene to choose from once editing. This took more thought as we redid a few shots from more than one angle, having to repeat the exact same scene more than once.
once this was over it was a relief to know that all the filming was finished, as during the process of filming there were many fall outs between our group in the 2 weeks it took to arrange and film the project.
once this was over it was a relief to know that all the filming was finished, as during the process of filming there were many fall outs between our group in the 2 weeks it took to arrange and film the project.
Production Budget 14/03/12
today was the first for our group to film. This wasn't very productive as our group members had lessons throughout the time we had with the camera. This led to filming actually taking place for around 2/3 hours. This short period of time also had to compensate for our change of classroom type. First as planned filming in traditional classroom for up to 20 students. after much deliberation we decided it would be more realistic filmed in an editing booth as less people would be situated in not only the room but the whole block as well.
This accounted for about half the time of the opening sequence but the easiest of both halves to film and later edit.
This accounted for about half the time of the opening sequence but the easiest of both halves to film and later edit.
Production Budget 07/03/12
Today I joined on to a neighbouring group to watch the filming process. As our group was yet to start filming I studied another group in the class to get a feel of the filming process. This turned out pointless for the group in question, but very informative for me.
The first thing i learned was to make sure that the mic was properly turned on. A days worth of filming was thrown away as there had been no sound throughout the group's filming. The second thing to take into consideration was that, at the beginning of the shoot, it was quite sunny. At the time of finishing the film the lighting had changed dramatically, with it being nearly pitch black out. This error would have been extremely noticeable and noneffective if left unchanged.
The last factor to be thought about is permissions. Whilst the group were out filming in a residential area, a specific resident took offence to the filming and quizzed the group on their task and the reasons behind them being situated there. Once explained the resident still complained to the college a day later.
The first thing i learned was to make sure that the mic was properly turned on. A days worth of filming was thrown away as there had been no sound throughout the group's filming. The second thing to take into consideration was that, at the beginning of the shoot, it was quite sunny. At the time of finishing the film the lighting had changed dramatically, with it being nearly pitch black out. This error would have been extremely noticeable and noneffective if left unchanged.
The last factor to be thought about is permissions. Whilst the group were out filming in a residential area, a specific resident took offence to the filming and quizzed the group on their task and the reasons behind them being situated there. Once explained the resident still complained to the college a day later.
Wednesday, 7 March 2012
Treatment "Secured"
The "film Secured" is a Horror/Thriller set in present day about the serial killer (Grant Clarke), who happens to be a teacher at a college. His victims, all girls, are normally students of the college and predominantly his class. As Grant, a local to the area nows the outlay of the college perfectly he uses, his local knowledge to asses the fact that the college is located next to a deserted wood, and uses this factor to his advantage.
The film aimed at 18-23 years olds, is directly aimed at young adults who are still, or just finished the education system. This concept adds the fear factor to the film as its still fresh in the memory (college/school/uni life) for the viewers. Grant the enigma in the story is always seen in his normal clothes, even when changing for DNA reasons. showing that anyone could be a danger and not to judge a book by its cover.
The film aimed at 18-23 years olds, is directly aimed at young adults who are still, or just finished the education system. This concept adds the fear factor to the film as its still fresh in the memory (college/school/uni life) for the viewers. Grant the enigma in the story is always seen in his normal clothes, even when changing for DNA reasons. showing that anyone could be a danger and not to judge a book by its cover.
Preliminary Task Evaluation.
From our preliminary task, we mainly got a feel for the cameras and recording equipment used for the opening sequence later on. This meant we could see how shots need to be used, actions with the camera, how the tripod has to be set up and the background scenery and placement of props have to be arranged in shot.
The downside to the preliminary task was how we underestimated the length of the editing. the amount of time spent editing in ratio to the amount of actual film was extremely high. For the 30 second clip of our preliminary task around 3-4 hours were spent editing the raw footage to a decent standard.
on a whole the preliminary task was very successful, as not only can time preparations be set for the opening sequence but also, a basic knowledge of all equipment and software has been gained. therefore once we start the main project we wont go into the task unorganised and unprepared.
The downside to the preliminary task was how we underestimated the length of the editing. the amount of time spent editing in ratio to the amount of actual film was extremely high. For the 30 second clip of our preliminary task around 3-4 hours were spent editing the raw footage to a decent standard.
on a whole the preliminary task was very successful, as not only can time preparations be set for the opening sequence but also, a basic knowledge of all equipment and software has been gained. therefore once we start the main project we wont go into the task unorganised and unprepared.
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