Final, Final film edit

This is our final edit after making changes from audience feedback.

Filmed Evaluation

After creating my evaluation script it has enabled me to film my evaluation to make it more unique and interesting.
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Media Evaluation Script

For my media evaluation I will be making a series of videos in order to evaluate all areas of the project. Before I can film the evaluation I felt it was necessary to create a script so that I am aware of what I need to say when filming and have a good understanding of what needs to be said.
Evaluation Script

Audience Feedback

In order to find out what our target audience thought about our film, it was felt necessary to create a questionnaire in order to find out and change our film according to what the audience think of it and how it can be improved.
Media Evaluation Questionnaire

Final Film Edit

Over the past few weeks, as a group we have been working on editing our film. We have gone through many processes to get to the point that we are now at, however we did not do this easily. We had many problems with the software in which we were editing our film on. Several clips of film went missing and had to be re found which was time consuming. However we managed to work well together as a group and ensure that we finished our film edit, to a standard that we are all happy with. We also encountered some issues with sound and them being in the wrong place. However once more our group managed to overcome this issue and work together in order to resolve the problem.
Overall I feel that our film is really good, it includes everything that we wanted to include and together looks very professional. We have had some good feedback about the opening sequence which reassures us as a group that the work we all put into to creating the film was well worth it.

The Institute-Final Edit

First Film Edit

As a group we are working together to edit the film fully. We have each taken it in turns to do some editing and therefore have managed to edit the film well. This is our first edit and is continuing to be improved.

After this edit we will all go over the film and see where we need to make small changes and ensure that everything is working well. By doing this we can check and be sure that our project and the end product are as good as physically possible.

Our first edit:

Filming day three- Scene One

Today we completed all of our filming. We managed to get to the location quickly and at the correct time we all agreed to meet. This meant that we were able to get filming quickly and do it in the time that we set ourselves. We were all fully prepared with all of the props that we needed. This then meant that we were able to set up without any problems and get on with filming as quick as possible.

We did encounter a few problems when working out how to film the running feet scene. We were not sure of the best way to film it so we had to do a few experiments in order to find out which was the best way. This put us back in our schedule slightly which meant that it took longer to finish filming.

However overall we managed to film successfully and finish all of the filming that we needed to do. We have now finished all of our filming and continue with editing our film. We are working well as a group and ensuring that we are organised.

Day two of filming- Scene Two

Today we filmed scene 2. Scene 2 is the couple arguing in their house over money. I feel that todays filming was even more successful than mondays filming session as everything went to plan, we managed to film and get some good shots in under an hour. I also feel that we planned out this scene particually well as we all sat down in the morning and went through everything that we would need so that we could go and film and do it efficiently and successfully.

Our actors were really good, proving to us that our auditions were worth it and that we chose the right people. They brought real emotion to the scene and we could clearly see that they were enjoying the filming. This encouraged us as a group to continue filming and work hard to create the final film. I think that we are working well and all our planning and hard work is coming to benefit us because it is all paying off and our filming is going very successfully.

Filming scene two.

Filming day one- Scene Three

On monday we filmed scene 3. Scene 3 is the staff room scene in which the nurses are having a dicussion about the escaped patient and the troubles that it will cause.

We had several problems with this scene as the original location that we wanted to film initially in had to be changed at the last minute because of issues with the location. The group managed to find a new location and create a very effective set in order to keep to our filming schedule. I think that this was a particular high point for our group as we managed to sort out and resolve the issues that we came across and made it work well.

We also encoutnered another problem that set us back slightly was that one of our cast did not turn up to filming on time which set us back by about ten minutes, however as we had all arrived on set an hour prior to filming we were fully prepared and organised and therefore were able to make up the time in filming and film all that we planned to film within an hour with time to clear up sufficiently. I think this was also a good point of our group because through the problems we managed to overcome them and make the most of the time and space that was available to us.


The group on set.

Preparing the set.

Running through the script to work out camera positions.

Shot List

To ensure that filming the piece is as easy and successful as possible the group created a shot list, which can be viewed on the group blog http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2009/12/shot-list.html , so that we are all sure of the exact shots, their location, timings and which characters will be included in each shot so to ensure that the whole group is completely aware of what each shot includes. This will help us as a group to make our filming sessions much easier to plan out and understand as we have thought about every detail of each shot so we can film the shots straight away and not have to worry about the details when it comes to the filming day.

As a group we had a discussion about all of the different shots that we need to shoot in order to plan out every single second of our film. We all spoke about the shots and what we felt they needed to include, the length and other important details that will enable our filming to be even more successful.

I put my ideas forward to the group about the different shots that we will be filming and we included them in the shot list. We had to compromise so shots as the group had different ideas upon what should be included however we all worked together well and managed to create a shot list that we were all happy with.

Props

When as a group we sat down and spoke out the mise en scene of our film we discussed props. We spoke about the items that you would usually find in the places that we are looking to recreate or film in. By doing this we could all have a better feel and idea of the type of props that we would need in order to make out film as effective and realistic as possible.

We decided that we could not use a medical staff room in order to ensure that patient confidentiality was kept. However as members of my family work within a hospital, I was able to borrow posters, books and other staff room items in order for the group to be able to recreate a medical staff room effectively.

As we plan to film in an actual house the mise en scene within the house will be accurate as it is the actual setting, however we felt that we needed to add in several props such as coats and handbags in order to ensure that the film makes good use and demonstrates continuity.

As we are going to try to recreate a police investigation we needed to think about what happens at a police investigation therefore, we have talked about the different items that are generic to police investigations and have tried to ensure that we can recreate a similar scene. Another family member of mine works for the forensic department within the police, therefore I was able to get several props and a better understanding of what should be included in the scene.

From looking at each different scene and the items required it helped the group and we could therefore make a good and understandable prop list that will ensure that the mise en scene of our filming is as effective and realistic as physically possible.

After looking at all of the different types of props we created a prop list with exact details of all of the props in which we intend to use. This can be viewed on our group blog. http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2009/12/initial-props-list.html

Costumes

The group as a whole got together and discussed the mise en scene that we felt was necessary within the film. One of the items of mise en scene that we discussed was costumes. We talked about each different character as an individual and talked through any ideas that we had about what we felt they should be wearing and its significance to the scene and film as a whole. From doing this we all put forward our ideas and managed to compose a list of costumes for each character.

We decided that the female character, the protagonist should wear light and if possible white clothing in order to highlight her innocence and ensure that she stands out in comparison to the rest of the characters. We decided that the antagonist should wear dark clothing and ensure that the majority of their body is covered in order to hide their identity, to create mystery within the piece. We also decided that they should wear dark clothing in order to show the darkness and evilness of the antagonist.

From these ideas the group was able to create a costume list and organise the costumes for when we actually film the piece, we will then be able to film as efficiently as possible as we have already thought out what we feel the actors should be wearing and can have everything prepared.

I searched for and got hold of some forensic suits in order to create a realistic forensic investigation. I then took some photos in order to document this and improve our planning.



The full costume list can be viewed on our group blog. http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2009/12/costumes.html

Casting and Auditions

In order to ensure that our film has the best possible actors to make sure that it is as effective and realistic as possible, we felt it necessary to audition potential actors in order to decide who to use when creating our final film.

We set up cameras on the day of the auditions in order to have reference to look back on when we are deciding which actors to use. We asked the actors to read parts of our script out and try it using in different techniques.

After the auditions were held, the group as a whole sat down together and decided on the actors in which we wanted to use. We then updated our group blog with images of our selected actors and why we chose them.

As an individual I arranged to get equipment in order to film the auditions so to make sure that when our auditions were being held we could get straight on and not waste ours and the people who were auditioning time. I also controlled the cameras during the audition process and made sure that every scene that was auditioned was recorded. I then played a part in the group discussion in deciding which auditioning to choose for our final film.

On the group blog you can view the videos of the audition process and our final decisions that were made. http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2009/12/main-characters-audition-videos.html The decisions that we made can be seen on the group blog as well. http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2009/12/casting-decision_11.html
We took some pictures of our auditions.

Location scouting

My group gave me the task to complete the location scouting list, explaining where each shot would be filmed, why and display pictures showing the locations.

I looked at the storyboards and discussed with the group the different locations that we could use to shoot our film. We talked about where we could film them and came to some decisions. I then went out and took photographs of the locations as a whole and more specifically the exact parts of the location in which we will film.

From there I was able to create a document and explain the reasoning behind our decisions.

Location Scouting

The location scouting that I created and researched can also be viewed on the blog.
http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2010/01/location-scouting.html

Target Audience Profile

Once I had created a plan it was very easy for me to use the plan and research what I felt I needed to look into. I could then put it into writing and create the target audience profile. The target audience profile is a very important part in the planning stages of our film as in order to ensure that the film is as successful and effective as possible we need to know in exact detail what the specific target audience will be. Therefore the target audience profile is on our group blog in order for all of our planning to make sense as a whole. http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2009/12/target-audience-profile.html
Target Audience Profile

Target Audience Plan

Before I could work on the target audience profle i decided to create a plan in order for me to understand fully what the group felt needed to be included and what I needed to look at in order to make the target audience profile as understandable and clear as possible.
Target Audience Plan

Group Progress

This week, I worked on the target audience profile for my group. I did some further research into the Uses and Gratifications theory and examples of audiences of our type of genre. By looking at the target audience of the genre of our proposed film it will enable us a group to ensure that the film works and appeals to its target audience. This will therefore make our film as successful as possible and ensure that it is effective.

This week the group also had a group meeting in order to talk about the tasks which we needed to do this week. We also spoke about the script and what we felt should be included. We then split up to get on with the work that we assigned each other. At the end of the week when we had completed the tasks we sat down and spoke about the tasks in which we need to complete in the next week. We had some ideas and are continuing to think about the ideas in order to develop them. We will then sit down together again and talk through our individual ideas and create a plan to sort out what we each need to work on.

Deadlines for the 27th of November

For the end of the week our group set some deadlines to ensure that we were working steadily through the work we needed to complete and we weren't leaving it till the last minute.
For the 27th of November we decided that:
- Our similar media works presentation must be completed
- Our film brief was completed and uploaded to the group blog
- Our sctoryboard presentation was added to the group blog

The group as a whole managed to meet all of these deadlines. There was some issues with a few of the tasks however group meetings were held and the issues were quickly resolved. We are working through all the work quickly and efficiently and ensuring that it is done to our best ability.

Animatic Storyboard

To even further develop our previous storyboards, our group decided that we should take it up a level and create an animatic storyboard in even greater detail. The animatic storyboard can be viewed on our group blog. http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2009/12/animatic-storyboard.html By creating an animatic storyboard it will help us even more when it comes to filming our piece as we have already thought about many of the filming details that we need to think about when filming.

The role that I played within the animatic storyboard was to write the script that is spoken over the filming of the storyboard. As a group we had discussed all of the elements and things that we felt needed to be spoken about and I went on to put this into writing and create a script for the animatic storyboard.

By creating a script it enabled us to be able to film the storyboard quickly and efficiently and move on to other tasks that required a lot more time.

Storyboard Voice Over Script

Picture Storyboard

Our group decided that we wanted to develop our rough storyboard further. We decided as a group that we wanted to create a powerpoint presentation with some images that we have taken that outline the basic story and show all of the different shots that we want to take. We then explained the different shots and what will happen on each of these. This makes it clear to us when we come to film the actual film. The photographic storyboard can be viewed on the group blog.http://cvhs-jall.blogspot.com/2009/11/this-presentation-is-alternative-to-our.html

Here are some of the images we used.

This is the first establishing shot. It shows the audience what is happening clearly and then enables them to have an understanding of what is going on. It will be of a park however it will have some forensic equipment located on the site in order to show to the audience that a murder has taken place. This links in with the last shot and shows to the audience that it all makes sense when put together.

The next shot will be of the staff room with nurses who work within the asylum which is what our film is based around. The wide-shot will let the audience be aware of where the next shot is as have a rough idea as to what is going to happen in the scene.

The next shot will be of confidential documents within the asylum saying danger across the front of them. It will be a close up to highlight the danger of the documents and create tension within the audience. We decided to use this close up in order to make it very clear to the audience what is going on so that they do not get confused.

The next shot will be a mid-shot of a couple arguing. The audience is able to see the expressions upon the characters faces and have an understanding of what emotions that they are going through. The mid-shot also enables the audience to see the surroundings that the two characters are in and are then consequently able to see what could potentially happen.

The next shot is a low angle close up of a male characters feet running through a forest area. It is a low angle close up to highlight the significance and importance of this character, but still doing it subtly so that it is not completly obvious but has some signigicance.

The shot after the previous shot is one of the female character sittng alone on a swing in the park. The shot is a mid-shot so that the audience can see all of the surroundings and the characters. The shot will be seen through the trees and bushes to increase the tension and suspicion within the audience.

After the last shot another shot of the swing will be shown however this time it will be a close up showing a male character putting their hand on the shoulder of the female character who is sitting on the swing. The close up will show to the audience in even greater detail as to what is occuring and the audience will be able to see exactly what is happening.

The final shot will be a long shot of the swing however this time there will be no characters or life about. The long shot will give the audience a very wide view and will consequently be able to see all of the scene and be able to take everything in and make their own minds up as to what has happened.

However the final presentation shows much more detail of the images. A further storyboard has also been made by the group in even further detail to ensure that the storyboards are clear and easy to read.