LO4 - Task 5 - Completed Final Film Piece

Below is my completed film, made as a result from the script, storyboard, footage, direction and editing completed by me.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtoYCzuWfb4

LO4 - Task 5 - Evidence of Editing

Evidence of filming and editing.

Below is a video that supports as evidence of my filming/directing work on the project, showing some other captured moments which were not used in the final piece. You can hear my voice from behind the camera, involving myself in conversation, checking the actors are okay and ready for the actions they have to perform, instructing them how it should be performed, where they need to stand and correcting any errors they might have made. Some of the shots are unintentionally out of focus, as I had not yet prepared the camera for filming the scenes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTHrZjy9cH8



Below is the editing log I created to keep track of what was required when editing the footage to create the final short film product and make sure that none of the steps were forgotten or missed.

LO3 - Task 4 - Editing Rushes

Below are some images of rushes taken as evidence to show how the footage has been edited. For example, you can observe how allthe footage (which togethor was over half an hour long), has been cut and had sections deleted untill it became the final 3 minute video. You can also see how I have rearraged the order of the footage and edited in pieces of text to overlap the footage visuals; this also applies to added music and sound effects which can be seen as being added to some of the rushes below.

LO2 - Task 3 - Legal and Ethical Issues

 Legal and Ethical Issues

I initially believed there to be no legal issues, as I was under the wrong impression that all the music available from 'audio network' was uncopyrighted; this was not the case, as although it is possible to download it for free it is not necessarily free for use, as I discovered that all the artists credited for the pieces of music have a PRS licence. This may cause a legal issue as I have not credited any of the musicians or song titles and I have not seeked permission from the artists to include their work in my project. Hopefully this will not cause a legal issue as my work is not a major/proffesional project and no one involved will recieve profit from it. However, should one of the musicians or their legal representatives get in contact and express that they wish for credit and/or profit for their work, or wish for it to be removed from my piece, than the issue would be dealt with and hopefully ressolved as soon as possible. Below are the music sources used for my film. The music included 'Cast Your Cares Away' by Paul Mottram, 'Halcoyn Days' by Ian Hughes and 'Big Little Kid' by Lincoln Grounds, Jason Peddar and Ben Ziapour.

http://www.audionetwork.com/browse/m/track/cast-your-cares-away_4358

http://www.audionetwork.com/browse/m/track/big-little-kid_57092

http://www.audionetwork.com/browse/m/track/halcyon-days_155

Other sound effects used, such as the 'booing' sound effect, were not copyrighted and were available to use online.  These should not cause any legal issue. Below are the sources to the sound effects used.






I recieve permission from all actors for me to film them and I recieved permission from staff members to film on the UTC grounds/property, so these subjects also won't cause any legal issues.

However, I did have some ethical issues with the film as I was concerned for the safety and well-being of the actors involved, espeically Dom who is invloved in the majority of slapstick/physical activity in the film, (e.g. getting hit by eggs and a folder). These were established in the risk assesment, I gained confirmation from Dom that he was willing to go through with these scenes, and also kept it clear that these scenes could be cut if Dom didn't feel comfortable with taking part in them.

Another ethical issue was caused by the egg-throwing scene as I worried about the mess caused by the eggs after filming, especially since it could be classed as littering which is a criminal offence. To avoid this issue, I made it clear to staff members what would take place in the scene and that it could easily create a mess and asked if it would still be acceptable to film the scene there or if we would have to find another location. Staff representing the college gave permission for us to film film this scene of college grounds, as long as any mess created was cleaned up after filming had finished. Whilst shooting this scene, I layed a black plastic bag on the floor so that a majority of the broken eggs would land on that to reduce the amount of work when cleaning up afterwards. I personally volenteered to take responcibility of the mess and tidy it up myself. As soon as filming finished the mess was tidied by myself and one of the caretakers.

LO2 - Task 2 - Location Reeces

Below is one of the reece sheets I created when planning to film outside The Hubs in Sheffield City Centre as part of the film.

One of the points I mentioned was that there are possible obstructions outside The Hubs such as bushes and lamps. The reason I chose to film outside The Hubs is because of these obstructions, as the scene requires for one of the characters to hide behind a bush. Both The Hubs and one of the shots taken from this location are picture below.

LO2 - Task 2 - Call Sheets

Below is the call sheet which was created to assist in planning when and where would be held and who and what would be needed for it.
This Call Sheet was followed correctly, apart from sometimes we would finish earlier than expected, or take longer, getting multiple versions of a shot, experimenting with different angles, or just having technical difficulties with equipment. Sometimes dates or times would have to be altered/swapped, making it more convenient for the actors/equipment provider.

LO2 - Task 2 - Potential Hazards/Risks Assesment

Below is the risk assessment created to note any possible risks or hazards that could arise during filming, and how they could be avoided.

Luckily, from following these set steps, no serious issues arose, except from during the egg-throwing scene, where Dom received a small cut from a piece of broken egg-shell (this may be due to some of the egg-throwers ignoring my instructions). Dom was okay with this, and before any filming took place he signed a safety form, which made sure that he knew what would take place, the possible dangers, and receiving his permission to be involved in these acts. I also stressed to him that these scenes could be cut out if he was not comfortable taking part, but assured me that he would be fine and understood the possible consequences.

LO1 - Task 1 - Storyboard

Below is the storyboard drawn when planning the first scene.

Here's how the storyboard compares to the actual footage.

 When editing the video, instead of creating a separate frame for the opening title, I chose to put the text in a clear space on the opening clip.

For the opening clip of Joe, the location wasn't important for the scene, so I just drew him in a normal room with windows and chairs. When it came to filming, I chose for their to be no items in the background, so that the only focus was Joe.

I also drew it as a full shot, but realised that Joe would only be talking so to use all of body in shot wasn't necessary, and my chosen shot again draws more attention to Joe and what he's saying.

I drew the Doctor with glasses, but they weren't needed and weren't used.

I originally planned for the Doctor to be sat behind a desk, but then worried that this would make other shots of the Doctor, where he performs actions and physical activities, more challenging for the actor, so I instead had him stood up. The can was initially going to be placed on the desk for Doctor to easily access, but after losing the desk the can was instead placed on the shoulder of the skeleton prop.

I was going to slowly zoom into the Doctor whilst he was talking, but found that this sometimes cause the shot to jerk and become un-focused, so this idea was dropped.

Dr. Agon still remained centralised in the shot, even with extra comical props added like the scientific hat-wearing model diagrams.

For this shot I copied the storyboard exactly, as I wanted it to be a close up shot of Dr. Agon pointing to the diagram of the brain.

Slow-motion for this shot was only a thought, as in the storyboard I only only wrote "Possible slow-motion." It had no impact and wasn't used, however I felt that it did work well for the next shot.

Slow-motion was added to shot to make the can clearer and stand out more against the (almost) out of focus background. A close-up shot was used as planned and I feel that it works well as it puts more impact and focus on it.

Joe's hand movement weren't as animated but that was through the actor's choice.

The next part of the film shows the can hitting Joe in the head. This was an idea that developed later in production, but not before the storyboard was created.

The shot then returns to the Doctor, now acting with a sympathetic/upset expression.

LO1 - Task 1 - Script

Below is the beginning of the script I wrote and developed for the short film.

You can see that the shot film was originally titled Pun Intended, but this was later changed to Pun Not Intended, as this seemed to make more sense as Joe's character has a disorder which means his puns aren't intentional.

I wanted to give the characters joke names, so the main character was named Joe King (Joking). I originally couldn't come up with a joke name for the doctor, so left his name simply as it's title before come up with the name Dr. Agon (Dragon).

Overactive pun-syndrome was changed to over reactive pun-syndrome after one actor commented saying that over reactive pun-syndrome sounded better to them and was easier for them to remember and say.

LO1 - Task 1 - Model Release Form

Below is a photo of a document explaining to them that they will be filmed and how this footage will then be used. I made sure that I received permission and signatures from all actors before filming them. This is proof that all actors were aware of what they would be taking part in and how these videos would be used. For the actor's safety and privacy I have censored their signatures and their last names.

LO1 - Task 1 - Production Schedule

Below is my personal production schedule.

Some times and dates had to be altered, as well as the cast; The actress who originally was cast as Miss Speling unfortunately injured herself the day before the classroom scene, so I instead filmed the breakup scene instead of the classroom scene that day. I cast another actress to play the teacher as the original actress was in too much pain to attend any recordings.

The actor playing Joe had other arrangements that day that he'd already informed me about in advance. I was going to record his classroom scenes early so that he could leave for his other appointments, but due to the swap in schedule he was not able to join Caitlin and I on Matilda Street for the breakup scene. Luckily, I was able to complete this filming the visuals for this scene without him as his character was conveniently hidden behind a bush. At one point, however, he sticks his arm and waved; For this I set up the camera for an over the shoulder shot of Caitlin, then I hid behind the bush and stuck my hand out, letting the audience just assume it was Joe.
I later arranged for the actor to record his lines for that scene, which I later added in as a voice over.

LO1 - Task 1 - Treatment: Planning for Film Idea

24/03/14 -Objective for end of session - Planning with Griffin.

For this project I was originally working with Griffin, but later ended up working individually on our own separate film short-film projects.

When Griff and I were planning for this unit, we both wanted to work on a short film instead or a music video, so this decision was easy. We thought about what short film we could make and we came up with a futuristic satire of police action dramas, looking at films like Hot Fuzz (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Fuzz) and Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiss_Kiss_Bang_Bang) for inspiration.

After we presented our initial idea, here is the feedback received from other pupils in the class.

Once me and Griff decided to work individually, I chose to still work on a short film, but didn't wish to develop the original idea and instead work on something else. My teacher recommended a few ideas, one of which was a  mockumentary. I looked mostly at the mockumentary T.V. series "2012" (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twenty_Twelve) for inspiration, as well as actual Channel 4 documentaries and looked out for recurring tropes and other documentaries features that I could parody.

My idea for  a short film was a mockumentary about someone who suffered from a disorder called Over-Active Pun Syndrome.

LO1 - Analysis of other audio-visual promos

Below are some of pre-made analyses of audio-visual products, including idents and trailers.
Idents

One form of audio-visual promos are idents. Idents in broadcasting are often a short video that shows the logo in a creative way to help represent the company as being creative.



This Christmas ident shows ITV1's logo, created by falling Christmas lights, accompanied by the usual ident music (jingle) but played on bells to give it a Christmas theme. This is to give the channel a festive feel as many of the shows they'll be showing in December will revolve around the idea of Christmas. It also shows how the channel can adjust to seasonal holidays.

BBC One idents show the BBC One logo in the middle of a circle that's being created. The circle sticks to original BBC idents, which dipicted a symbol which appeared to be an eye, and then changed to a globe, so a circle logo has become iconic and traditional for BBC idents.

The channel 4 indents shows a location or setting, and as the film angle changes, it shows certain blocks form into a large number 4. These settings can sometimes indicate at the show coming up next, such as one made especially set in Springfield showing the Homer Simpson, which is often shown before an episode of The Simpsons comes on. The different locations also connect with all the different parts of the UK that Channel 4 is aired.

 

For Disney's 2014 film Maleficent, it created an advertising trailer that shows sections of the film. This film is appealing to fans of the 1959 film Sleeping Beauty, (the inspiration for Maleficent, based on the character of the same name), so it uses the famous song "I Know You" from Sleeping Beauty and shows iconic images based from the original film, e.g. Maleficent's horns and the spinning wheel. The lighting throughout is mostly dark which connotes the villainous theme throughout the film.
The purpose is to advertise Disney's 2014 film Maleficent, which will attract attention and audiences.
This piece of advertisement takes the form of movie trailer suitable for movie theatres (cinemas), television and online.
The content shows a series of clips from Maleficent with importance, such as the introduction of the character and the fact that it is re-telling the famous tale.
The meaning behind this product is to show a re-creation of a classic Disney film, which is shows through establishing shots that recreate scene from the original film. This version is based on Maleficent and her point of view, so the focus is put mostly on her. It is to show that you can't always judge characters by how they appear and reminding people that there are multiple sides to every story, so it goes against traditional mise-en-scene.
Maleficent is a fantasy film and it's genre is shown by presenting (CGI) creatures that would only live in a world of fantasy, e.g. fairies and living trees that take on the form of people.
The film is more likely to appeal to female audience, due to the main protagonists, Maleficent and Aurora, being female. It is also more likely to appeal to women and teenagers, who will nostalgically remember watching Sleeping Beauty when they were younger. However it may not be aimed as much at young girls, due to the complex morals which may confuse or upset them and the dark nature of the film which young girls may find scary.



This is the trailer for the 2008 documentary film Man on Wire, which tells of the acrobat who tightrope walked between the World Trade Centre towers and the risks it took to perform this task.
The purpose is to advertise the Indy documentary film 'Man on Wire'.
This advertisement takes the form of a trailer for television and movie theatres (cinemas). The one above was adapted for online use, featuring a website name; This was not included in the original.
The content shows that the film is about the planning put into a man tightrope walking across the World Trade Centre. It uses clips of interviews, re-creation footage for the film and actual life footage. Establishing shots of the Wold Trade Centre were used, as well as high angle shots from the top of WTC, showing how high it was and creating a sense of danger, revealing the meaning behind the documentary, as it shows how this dangerous act was achieved. Low angle shots of the acrobat were used to make him look more heroic for this risky stunt, as well as making him look higher so that it makes the viewer feel like they're there looking up at him tightrope-walking.
'Man on Wire' comes under the genre of a documentary film. It shows this through the interviews of people around or connecting to the event. It also features genuine footage of what happened.
This piece is factual, so it may appeal to anyone who has an interest on the subject. Due to the chosen language and style, however, it aimed more to appeal to an adult audience, who will have a clearer understanding of the subjects.

LO1 - Brief

LO1 Brief - Be able to produce pre-production materials for a planned, original audio-visual media product.