2. Basic Details Short film that runs for approximately 5 minutes Fits in with the “Film Noir” genre This will be achieved by conforming to basic codes and conventions of the genre. Also, the film will be shot entirely in black and white (or filmed in colour and transferred to B&W in the editing suite. Will make use of camera shots and character types associated with the genre e.g. Low angle shots, heavy use of shadows, tilted angles, corrupt detectives and crime bosses.
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4. Synopsis Ben Dixon plays a deliberately unnamed detective. Many years of policing the streets has left him empty and disillusioned. He has a rendezvous with 2 powerful crime bosses atop an old railway bridge. The gangsters depart with a briefcase full of money, and the corrupt detective goes on his way. Later on, When him and his colleague are investigating a murder (I wonder who could of done it?), the new detective is beginning to unravel his life of deception and double crossing. What would be the result of the public knowing the law upholders are corrupt? How could he possibly react to such an event occurring?
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7. Starring: Ben Dixon as “The Detective” Actor: 14 years of age (It's quite embarrassing how much older than me he looks) His hobbies include listening to, and playing music, acting in youth theatre groups. Character: Bitter, regretful and resentful detective, an archetype of the genre. So disillusioned with the job he is willing to go corrupt.
8. Jonathan Watson as “Dave Stoney” Actor: 17 years old, currently studying at A2 level (including drama) Hobbies include acting and writing. Character: New detective. Bright, inquisitive and eager. Quickly latches on to the fact all is not as it seems.
9. Robert Allen & Jon Samuroff as “Crime bosses” “ Actors”:17 and 18 years old respectively. Both attend the same college. Shared interests include film, music and politics. Characters: Rob: the “Crime lord” head of a mafia-style crime organisation. Tough, violent and angry. Jon: His companion. Portrayed as annoying and unnecessary. Rob's character doesn't think much of him.
