2. Pre-Production is a step in film production in which certain key decision
are made. Pre-Production, Production and Post-Production are stages of
production.
The script is written. A short description of the film is outlined called a
synopsis. Actors who play characters in the film are casted. A Budget is
set. Locations are scouted, props are chosen and music is determined.
Certain personnel play major roles in Pre-Production
1. Accountant keeps track of spending and budget.
2. Production Manager is in charge of the stage. Transporting,
organizing and acquiring the equipment and props.
3. Scouts have to look for suitable locations.
4. Transportation manager who will determine how the crew will move
around.
3. The script is created through various stages.
The script is outlined through the plot and synopsis. There is an
illustration of story through storyboards. There is scene by scene
depicted in each storyboard. The actions taken in the scene is
depicted in the storyboard.
4. Pre-production determines the level of success a movie will have.
Pre-production dominates the Production sequence. In order to
make quality movies time has to be invested in the pre-production.
Well researched pre-production leads to quality films being made
that audience will like.
