Factual session

1. Factual session
Brainstorming video ideas

2. Potential subjects
• Deep space exploration/possible theories
• Folklore (UK/US) (e.g. moth men or)
• Cognitive development/recognition (human/other animals)
• Evolution

3. Deep space exploration/possible theories
• This is a good choice as there is a lot to discuss in terms of math,
physics and engineering.
• It also activates the cerebrum, as the mind begins to think about the
possibilities, and if there is life beyond our solar system.
• Maths and physics can also be implemented into multiple subjects.
• Time travel, "wormholes", what's inside of a blackhole are possible
subjects related to this main subject.

4. Folklore (e.g. Ogres/giants)
• This is an amazing subject choice because since they're a "myth"
there's a lot of speculation behind them.
• There is also a lot of variations, so if one doesn’t supply much
information then there isn't a problem behind it.
• They could also branch into other possible myths/theories

5. Cognitive development/recognition (human/other animals)
• I think this is a good choice as I can talk about how we would be
extremely underdeveloped, if we haven't evolved recognition
between predators and prey.

6. evolution
• This is a good choice of subject as there is an infinite number of
possibilities that could've made humans unrecognisable.
• All though I wont be able to get an interview with Charles Darwin, I
would still be able to look at the history of his work, including the
Galapagos islands, his most recognisable piece of work.

7. Chosen subject.
Folklore (Stonehenge)
The context behind this video is:
It’s a history document that goes over the story of the Stonehenge. It examines the possibilities on how
the structure was formed with such primitive tools.
It was made for people wondering how the Stonehenge was formed/built. It also goes over the long
history.
The most recent video was made by the history channel on the 4th August 2020
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCA9ldgIIcY).
Here's a 50 minute version, it was posted by naked science on the 1st August 2019
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yP2DlTwQuIY).

8. https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/stonehenge/history-and-
stories/history/
this website goes over the history of the Stonehenge’s long history,
The Stone henge is part of a massive folklore, spread widely across the uk.
Conspiracies linked to the stone henge and similar structures, can date back to as
far as 2400bc. It is also about how the stone henge was formed.
The Stonehenge has been an infamous location to visit in the UK for many years,
attracting around 800,000 people a year.

9. This video talks about the Stonehenge’s history and its construction.
It talks about where the "bluestone" rocks originated from and how they
could've possibly transported many 20-50 tonne stones 120miles away.
It goes over what the Stonehenge could've been used for such as rituals
or some sort of spiritual place.
Existing products/analysis:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCA9ldgIIcY

10. This is summarised video that talks about the Stonehenge.
It proves that the "log boats" used to transport the monolithic rocks,
worked and it was very effective at it. It also goes over the possible
construction method which is also an effective method.
The video adresses who builds the Stonehenge but doesn’t give concrete
evidence on what the historic site was constructed for.
Existing products/analysis:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yP2DlTwQuIY

11. • This will be a documentary. A documentary is mainly set of or based
on official recordings.
• The main characteristics for a documentary, are mainly interviews, b-
roll and sometimes statistics.
• In my documentary I will be including roughly 2-4 interviews lasting
around a minute each, asking the questions later in the powerpoint.

12. Possible interview questions
• What do you think the Stonehenge was for? And why?
• Who/what do you think built the Stonehenge?
• Do you think that similar structures were built with the same
purpose?
• Do you think conspiracies about the Stonehenge are true? If so, why?
• Which conspiracies do you think are true?

13. Audience research
• Roughly 18-34 year olds tend to watch more documentaries on
average.
I’m looking to aim towards everyone in and around that age range
Im not looking to aim for a specific gender, but im aiming for more men
to watch.

14. Experimental research This slide is to convey the research I’ve gathered about how different
experiments, can manipulate the message portrayed by the subject:
This video below, portrays different camera angles and their meaning
behind them.
“10 angles that will take your interviews to the next level”:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLHGrDD-Mec
These angles are widely used throughout interviews mainly to display
different meanings and tones coming from the subject. This can have a
massive affect one the overall tone as it was change the meaning
depending on the context behind the documentary.
Below are a couple screenshots from the video above, to show how
they can change the meaning.
Screenshot 1: the foreground creates a sense of
space, this gives a big impact as its able to make
the scene more involving and doesn’t seem
blank.
Screenshot 2: this angle makes the subject seem
bigger and gives the impression of having a
higher authority. All though it’s a small change in
level, it has a massive impact on that particular
scene.
Screenshot 3: this profile shot and exposed
backlight makes the subject seem mysterious, or
if they don’t want to identified.

15. Experimental research
Voice-overs are essential during b-roll, as it allows the viewer to listen to what they’re
saying but aren’t distracted by the B-roll.
B-roll allows more creativity between shots, so its not “stale” and/or “bland” between
multiple interviewees’.
Between scenes, there could be multiple shots of b-roll to help smoothen the
transition, and also help convey the point the interviewee is trying to get across.
There is a clear distinction between a voice over and subtitles.
• Subtitles allow those with hearing disabilities, or that are hard of hearing to be able to view your videos. And can understand
what you’re saying.
• Voice overs allows presenting information in a manner that is much clearer and more authentic. It also allows tone, mood and
indirect messages to be preserved.