Wednesday, 21 November 2012
Wednesday, 14 November 2012
Character Representation Post
Explain why it is important to have a variety of characters and various representations within a thriller film?
With the different characters you have many different personalities which all come together and make the story complicated or make it more scary. Having various characters playing different roles, it can misguide the audience to think that someone else had done the incident. This makes them get shocked when the real suspect is found out. Leading them to like the story more and tell people about the film.
Individually explain the characters representation of all your character in your film by commenting on the following.
Name -
Age
Gender
Race
Background
Purpose to the narrative
How will the character appeal to an audience
Include a still image of the character to support the points that you have made
The Village
There is an unstable character which is a convention of thriller films as they have problems so it adds more problems to the film which takes you offguard as you dont know whats going to happen with them as there spontaneous. Like in the opening scene when he starts laughing when noone else is laughing, we notice he then has a problem especially as he is scruffier than anyone else. As he is one of the first characters which is recognised in the film, it shows that he is going to be a main character and we should look out for him and see whats going to happen.
There are alot of children in the film which conteract the problems which they may face in the film. Children show innoncence which shows they are going against the conventions of a thriller film. This may attract more people to see the film as they cant predict whats going to happen. This makes the audience shocked about what starts to happen in the film itself.
The women are at the front of the house sweeping while dancing. This shows that they are playful, and having fun. Which again goes against the conventions as you dont normally get alot of fun in a thriller film.
After the red rose is found in the corner of the decking and we realise that it is a problem from their faces and how they picked it up and buried it, we start to think what could actually be wrong with the rose being there. As the rose is red we see that as fear as its a strong colour for thriller films. This goes with the conventions but maybe to let the audience know that something bad is going to happen.
With a hooded person and hes surrounded by fire we then realise that he is the villain in this film, with his hidden identity we dont know whats going to happen still. And as fire is surrounding him we think that fire could be his 'weapon' which he will use to hurt someone.
The Women In Black
At first we get 3 little girls playing together with their dolls, first we see this is unconventional as it looks innocent and like there doing nothing wrong. But when they both look towards the camera and all start to walk towards the windows, dropping their dolls and standing on them with no respect like they had seconds before. We wonder whats going on behind the camera. As they step out the window we dont understand whats happend until we watch the rest of the film which is how they grab their audience by wanting to watch the film. We want to know whats happend to the children as we feel sympathetic towards the children. After they jump out of the window and we see the shoulder of a person in black we realise that maybe that was the person that was telling them to jump out the window. This still makes us want to watch more of it as its an interesting start which isnt predictable aswell.
With the different characters you have many different personalities which all come together and make the story complicated or make it more scary. Having various characters playing different roles, it can misguide the audience to think that someone else had done the incident. This makes them get shocked when the real suspect is found out. Leading them to like the story more and tell people about the film.
Individually explain the characters representation of all your character in your film by commenting on the following.
Name -
Age
Gender
Race
Background
Purpose to the narrative
How will the character appeal to an audience
Include a still image of the character to support the points that you have made
The Village
There is an unstable character which is a convention of thriller films as they have problems so it adds more problems to the film which takes you offguard as you dont know whats going to happen with them as there spontaneous. Like in the opening scene when he starts laughing when noone else is laughing, we notice he then has a problem especially as he is scruffier than anyone else. As he is one of the first characters which is recognised in the film, it shows that he is going to be a main character and we should look out for him and see whats going to happen.
There are alot of children in the film which conteract the problems which they may face in the film. Children show innoncence which shows they are going against the conventions of a thriller film. This may attract more people to see the film as they cant predict whats going to happen. This makes the audience shocked about what starts to happen in the film itself.
The women are at the front of the house sweeping while dancing. This shows that they are playful, and having fun. Which again goes against the conventions as you dont normally get alot of fun in a thriller film.
After the red rose is found in the corner of the decking and we realise that it is a problem from their faces and how they picked it up and buried it, we start to think what could actually be wrong with the rose being there. As the rose is red we see that as fear as its a strong colour for thriller films. This goes with the conventions but maybe to let the audience know that something bad is going to happen.
With a hooded person and hes surrounded by fire we then realise that he is the villain in this film, with his hidden identity we dont know whats going to happen still. And as fire is surrounding him we think that fire could be his 'weapon' which he will use to hurt someone.
The Women In Black
At first we get 3 little girls playing together with their dolls, first we see this is unconventional as it looks innocent and like there doing nothing wrong. But when they both look towards the camera and all start to walk towards the windows, dropping their dolls and standing on them with no respect like they had seconds before. We wonder whats going on behind the camera. As they step out the window we dont understand whats happend until we watch the rest of the film which is how they grab their audience by wanting to watch the film. We want to know whats happend to the children as we feel sympathetic towards the children. After they jump out of the window and we see the shoulder of a person in black we realise that maybe that was the person that was telling them to jump out the window. This still makes us want to watch more of it as its an interesting start which isnt predictable aswell.
Monday, 12 November 2012
Mise en scene
Settings - Millies Nans House
Costumes - Dark Clothing At the Beginning then Light Clothing at the end.
Actors - Christian
Lighting - Low Key
Iconography - rock, sugar glass
Costumes - Dark Clothing At the Beginning then Light Clothing at the end.
Actors - Christian
Lighting - Low Key
Iconography - rock, sugar glass
Friday, 9 November 2012
Perliminary Task
Our task for the perliminary task was a teacher talking to a student who ran out of the classroom. I think we had good editing skills with this piece which had very slick cuts from one camera shot to another.
If we could do this task again i would pick a better storyline which would be more interesting and would grab an audience straight away.
Although we didnt have very good acting skills we would improve how fast it would take and take more shots so we wouldnt have to retake them again. We also need to know first hand what the task is so we do it perfectly the first time round.
Although there are some bad points about our task i think we did quiet well and over all the 1 minute film is good. We all worked well as a group together and managed to make a good piece.
Thursday, 8 November 2012
Production Roles
Research and define the main roles within a film production (camera operator, actors, sound technician, editors, film director, location manager, storyboard operator)
Camera Operator - A camera operator or cameraman is a professional operator of a film or video camera. They carry out the instructions from the director and using different camera shots make the film more interesting.
Actors - is a person who acts using speech, body language and movement. This could be interpreting a character or improvise the reactions of a character in a situation, in a dramatic or comic production and works in film, television, theatre, or radio in that capacity.
Sound Technician - is a specialist in a skilled trade that deals with the use of machinery and equipment for the recording, mixing and reproduction of sounds.
Editors - is the process of selecting and preparing written, visual, audible and film media used to convey information through the processes of correction. He works with the footage and changes parts which need to be changed. They make the audience enjoy the film with the different shots that they make. He creatively puts the images and rolls of films together to tell the story.
Film Director - is a person who directs the actors and film crew in filmmaking. They control a film's artistic and dramatic aspects, while guiding the technical crew and actors.
the director presents the image which has been given to him from the film producer. He portrays their view onto the screen and controls what everyone does in the scene. He decides what everyone does in the film. They are responsible for turning the script into a series of shots. They decide what the audience should get from their experience. They are in charge of deciding who are the other extras in the film. They coordinate the actors moves and also may be involved in the writing, financing and editing of a film.
Location Manager - is responsible for the finding and securing locations to be used and coordinating the logistics involved for the production to successfully complete its necessary work. The location manager works closely with the director and the production designer to pick a perfect scene for the film to take place. They are also in charge for the responsibility of the public and the crew while filming.
As a group decide on which role each group will be taking and why?
Camera Operator- Rhianna Aimee
Actors- Christian
Sound Technician- Aimee Millie Rhiannon
Editors- Rhianna Rhiannon
Film Directors- All of us
Location Manager- Millie
Storyboard Manager - All of us
Camera Operator - A camera operator or cameraman is a professional operator of a film or video camera. They carry out the instructions from the director and using different camera shots make the film more interesting.
Actors - is a person who acts using speech, body language and movement. This could be interpreting a character or improvise the reactions of a character in a situation, in a dramatic or comic production and works in film, television, theatre, or radio in that capacity.
Sound Technician - is a specialist in a skilled trade that deals with the use of machinery and equipment for the recording, mixing and reproduction of sounds.
Editors - is the process of selecting and preparing written, visual, audible and film media used to convey information through the processes of correction. He works with the footage and changes parts which need to be changed. They make the audience enjoy the film with the different shots that they make. He creatively puts the images and rolls of films together to tell the story.
Film Director - is a person who directs the actors and film crew in filmmaking. They control a film's artistic and dramatic aspects, while guiding the technical crew and actors.
the director presents the image which has been given to him from the film producer. He portrays their view onto the screen and controls what everyone does in the scene. He decides what everyone does in the film. They are responsible for turning the script into a series of shots. They decide what the audience should get from their experience. They are in charge of deciding who are the other extras in the film. They coordinate the actors moves and also may be involved in the writing, financing and editing of a film.
Location Manager - is responsible for the finding and securing locations to be used and coordinating the logistics involved for the production to successfully complete its necessary work. The location manager works closely with the director and the production designer to pick a perfect scene for the film to take place. They are also in charge for the responsibility of the public and the crew while filming.
As a group decide on which role each group will be taking and why?
Camera Operator- Rhianna Aimee
Actors- Christian
Sound Technician- Aimee Millie Rhiannon
Editors- Rhianna Rhiannon
Film Directors- All of us
Location Manager- Millie
Storyboard Manager - All of us
Wednesday, 17 October 2012
Questionnaire Miss Frisenda
Analysis of Questionaire
What is your favourite genre of film?
Out of 20 surveys, 8 people said that thriller was their favourite genre of film. Out of the 8 people, there was a mixture of ages, varying from 16-25, both genders. This tells us that thriller films can appeal to a wide variety of people. 2 people said that Rom-com was their favourite, this was from a male and a female. 2 people also said their favourite genre is horror, this was also from a male and female. 2 people also said that they prefer action films, this was also from a male and female.
What do you look for in an opening sequence of an opening sequence of a thriller?
There was varied answers for what people look for in an opening sequence.
What thriller film that you have watched has had an impact on you and why?
The Strangers-
Batman Dark knight Rises-
Seven- Disturbing/interesting
The Pact- Extremely scary and psychotic. Entertaining with the right amount of suspense.
Paranormal Activity 3- Thrilling, Easily relatable
Sixth Sense- Very emotional and cunning
Taken- The main protagonist is powerful, meaning that the audience look up to him.
The shining- peaceful country rounds contrast the genre and the later events of the film
What specific element, when watching a thriller film, would make you feel tense?
If you wasn't engaged in the first five minutes of a thriller film, would you turn off?
How inclined are you to watch a thriller film over other genres, from 1-10?
Do you prefer to watch stereotypical thriller films, or ones that break the conventions, if so why?
Which location would you prefer a thriller film to be set?
do you prefer to see your own gender as a victim or the opposite? and why?
Circle your favourite thriller film out of the following?
BBFC-British Board of Film Classification
Highly expert and experienced regulator of the moving image.
The BBFC serves a social function in society which is to advise and protect viewers from moving images.
They provide public information tht empowers them (and parents) to make appropriate viewing decisions for themselves and those in their care.
They help to protect vulnerable viewers and society from the effects of viewing potentially harmful or unsuitable content while respecting adult freedom of choice.
What is your favourite genre of film?
Out of 20 surveys, 8 people said that thriller was their favourite genre of film. Out of the 8 people, there was a mixture of ages, varying from 16-25, both genders. This tells us that thriller films can appeal to a wide variety of people. 2 people said that Rom-com was their favourite, this was from a male and a female. 2 people also said their favourite genre is horror, this was also from a male and female. 2 people also said that they prefer action films, this was also from a male and female.
What do you look for in an opening sequence of an opening sequence of a thriller?
There was varied answers for what people look for in an opening sequence.
- Mystery/Tension
- Shocking/Surprise
- Murder/Creepy happenings
- Dramatic Events
- Suspense building music
- Sequals about what is to come
- Questions presented
- Action
- Explosions/ Action
What thriller film that you have watched has had an impact on you and why?
The Strangers-
Batman Dark knight Rises-
Seven- Disturbing/interesting
The Pact- Extremely scary and psychotic. Entertaining with the right amount of suspense.
Paranormal Activity 3- Thrilling, Easily relatable
Sixth Sense- Very emotional and cunning
Taken- The main protagonist is powerful, meaning that the audience look up to him.
The shining- peaceful country rounds contrast the genre and the later events of the film
What specific element, when watching a thriller film, would make you feel tense?
If you wasn't engaged in the first five minutes of a thriller film, would you turn off?
How inclined are you to watch a thriller film over other genres, from 1-10?
Do you prefer to watch stereotypical thriller films, or ones that break the conventions, if so why?
Which location would you prefer a thriller film to be set?
do you prefer to see your own gender as a victim or the opposite? and why?
Circle your favourite thriller film out of the following?
BBFC-British Board of Film Classification
Highly expert and experienced regulator of the moving image.
The BBFC serves a social function in society which is to advise and protect viewers from moving images.
They provide public information tht empowers them (and parents) to make appropriate viewing decisions for themselves and those in their care.
They help to protect vulnerable viewers and society from the effects of viewing potentially harmful or unsuitable content while respecting adult freedom of choice.
Suitable for All
A 'U' should be suitable for audiences ages 4 yours and older. Positive moral framework and should offer reassuring plots with no violence, threat or horror.
Parental Guidance
General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.
Unaccompanied children of any age may watch. A PG should not disturb a child however parents are advised to consider where the film may upset their child if they are more sensitive.
Unaccompanied children of any age may watch. A PG should not disturb a child however parents are advised to consider where the film may upset their child if they are more sensitive.
Suitable for 12 years and over
Exactly the same criteria are used to classify works at ‘12A’ and ‘12’. These categories are awarded where the material is suitable, in general, only for those aged 12 and over. Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.
The ‘12A’ category exists only for cinema films. No one younger than 12 may see a ‘12A’ film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult, and films classified ‘12A’ are not recommended for a child below 12. An adult may take a younger child if, in their judgement, the film is suitable for that particular child. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult.
The ‘12’ category exists only for video works. No one younger than 12 may rent or buy a ‘12’ rated video work.
Suitable only for 15 years or over
No-one younger than 15 may see a ‘15’ film in a cinema. No-one younger than 15 may rent or buy a ‘15’ rated video work.
Suitable only for adults
No-one younger than 18 may see an ‘18’ film in a cinema. No-one younger than 18 may rent or buy an ‘18’ rated video work.
Only to be shown in liscened cinemas, 18 years old
Narrative Theory Miss Georgiou
Narrative theory.
Vladimir Propp
Hero- seeks something
Villain- opposes or actively blocks their heros quest.
Donor- provides an object with magical properties.
Dispatcher- sends the hero on his/her quest via a message.
False hero- disrupts the heros success by making false claims.
Helper- aids the hero.
Princess- acts as the reward for the hero and the object of the villains plot.
Father- who acts to reward the hero for his efforts.
Todorovs theory
Tzvetan Todorov simplified theidea of narrative theory whilst also allowing a more complex interpretation of film texts.
Clear structure of the beginning middle and end.
Equilibrium is at the beginning then a disequilibrium in the middle then back to an equilibrium at the end just not as happy.
Aristotle Theory
Thinks films r the main things in a film
Inciting incidetns
Dramatic question
Character goal
Antagonist/protagonist
Stakes
Resolution
Sympathy/empathy
Vladimir Propp
Hero- seeks something
Villain- opposes or actively blocks their heros quest.
Donor- provides an object with magical properties.
Dispatcher- sends the hero on his/her quest via a message.
False hero- disrupts the heros success by making false claims.
Helper- aids the hero.
Princess- acts as the reward for the hero and the object of the villains plot.
Father- who acts to reward the hero for his efforts.
Todorovs theory
Tzvetan Todorov simplified theidea of narrative theory whilst also allowing a more complex interpretation of film texts.
Clear structure of the beginning middle and end.
Equilibrium is at the beginning then a disequilibrium in the middle then back to an equilibrium at the end just not as happy.
Aristotle Theory
Thinks films r the main things in a film
Inciting incidetns
Dramatic question
Character goal
Antagonist/protagonist
Stakes
Resolution
Sympathy/empathy
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