Task Six - What have you learnt about technologies from the process of constructing this product?

 Chapter Fifty-One:

What have you learnt about technologies from the process of constructing this product?

I have learnt a lot while constructing my opening sequence to the thriller Evangeline. In terms of online technologies, for the Pre-Production, before I began filming I used Blogger, to plan out shots and the plot of the opening sequence. I blogged research on other opening sequences and thrillers by finding them on YouTube also. The software I used to edit the material I had filmed was Adobe Premier Pro. I really enjoyed using this software as it is a new software to me, I previously have only used Final Cut Pro and iMovie. This was a new option for Post-Production editing in my opinion it was the best.   On the day where Production was due to start I used hardware including A Sony NX5 film camera to capture the material I would later edit and my iPhone 5 to record what happened throughout the day via photographs. On the NX5 I learnt to use the focus, zoom, white balance, exposure and record buttons. I used two Online Technologies to find sound for my thriller. I used YouTube to search for copyright free music, and SoundCloud for sound effects.

In Post-Production, there were a lot of tools to learn about before I could begin editing my thriller. I learnt how to create a Bin. I also learnt how to move Rushes into the bin. I began Cutting the rushes using the I and O buttons on the keyboard. I then ordered them so the clips could change in the right places. To make clips longer or shorter I learnt to use the Arrow tool which is enabled by pressing V. I learnt it was possible to Unlink sound which is important if it needs to be dubbed over a visual slide. Once sound and video were sorted I needed to add in Titles. There is a tab for this. Finally I Exported the video into a film and it was available to upload to the Online Broadcasting Network YouTube.

Location Confirmation

Chapter Thirty-Eight:

Location Confirmation

Today I found out the date for shooting my thriller has been moved to this friday so,

Friday 30th January

Which moves our date forward and leaves us less time to prepare, I have sent an email to the bathroom owner to confirm our shooting there and should hear back later today. I have received permission to use the Audi to film the car scene and driver and I am still awaiting permission to use a public wardrobe for costume. 

To film the one underwater scene we will need to find a go pro with waterproof housing and get permission to use it. I have someone in mind and will send an email requesting the use of it.

The keyhole has been made and is ready to use so shooting those scenes will be easy and are complete.

All our actors are available.

Designing A Set

Chapter Thirty - Four :

" A film is never really good, unless the camera is the eye of a poet. "

Building A Film Set

For a few shots in my opening sequence I will need to create a set to allow certain angles or shots to be taken.

It could be important to have a bath for the underwater shot.

Institution

Chapter Twenty - Eight:

"Speak the truth, even if your voice shakes."

Institution

I would choose 'Cloud Eight' when making my film, the are experts in the thriller genre and they would represent 'Evangeline' in the correct way. 

The company haven't released many films but the ones they have, have been successful and advertised well.

The film 'Trance' is similar to Evangeline as it builds suspense well and use artistic shots and create a interesting atmosphere.

Both the films have been quite high budget but I think 'Evangeline' can achieve a high budget look with out the big budget.

My film would be shown at art houses and film festivals. It may go to the cinema if received well by critics but it not having a large budget may eliminate this opportunity. I don't think big stars are a necessity for this film.

Cloud Eight - IMDb

Cloud Eight so far have targeted an older generation audience with the idea of their films having strong real life stories. They almost have a documentary feel to them.  My plot is targeted towards males and females in their 20s to their 40s. I think this company produces films directed at this audience.

Test Footage Review

Chapter Twenty-Seven

"I will go anywhere as long as it is forward!"

Test Footage Review

What were you filming and why?

I filmed a few shots which I had in mind for my thriller's opening sequence. They were basic idea's of bathroom shots and an experience of what there is in a bathroom to film.

What substitutions did you make in the test filming and why?

We didn't have a bath and we only used one actress to represent two different people. We also couldn't use water or film underwater, also our actress couldn't act to the full with limited props and set.

What camera angles and movements were you testing and why?

I wanted to try and test out as many shots and angles as possible on the flipcam. I used a high angle over Phoebe's head which looked effective, I also used side, front and back profiles.

Did you find this process useful as a duo?

I found the process useful as I could get a better idea of what I wanted. As a duo it worked really well because while testing the shots, there were two opinions and requests instead of one.

What worked well?

The use of high angles worked well and so did the filming through the keyhole. The tap and running water scene was also surprisingly impressive.

What didn't work as well?

Due to lack of set and a decent camera some shots were unstable and unclear. The lack of set made us unable to get the shots we wanted. eg. Bath shot/ Underwater shot. 

How has this influenced you with the next stage of your idea?

 This exercise allowed us to look at different shots we could you, what would and wouldn't be possible along with what looked better that the initial idea.

Test Pilot for Evangeline (Five Minute Shot)

Chapter Twenty-Six:

"Stars can't shine without darkness."

 

Evangeline - Test Pilot

 A Five Minute Shoot and Edit For Idea's In Evangeline. Shots, Angles and Edits are for the Research.

 

Editing-Part One

Chapter Twelve:

 

"The only way to do great work, is to love what you do."

Editing Media (PART ONE)

Editing in film is a process of cutting and assembling film footage to produce a finished product.

The role of the film editor includes organizing transitions between shots making decisions about shot duration and maintaining continuity.

A transition is the process of cutting from one shot to another usually involves a simple straight cut. This is not a jump cut- However there are other means of transition available to a film editor including a fade to black, cross dissolving and slide/wipe.

Duration of the shot will usually indicate narative and aid the viewer. A short shot can convey urgency action and panic while a longer shot can suggest intimacy or suspense. A shot can also be edited into slow motion of fast motion.