2. Aims of the brief :
The production met requirements of the brief, which was to make a film with in the
Horror genre.We analysed the codes and conventions in the horror film. This analyse
influenced our film such as we used different angles and shots to exaggerate each
part of the film to reflect the Horror genre. We used mise-en-scene;such as ;props
baseball bat as a threatening weapon, the costumes e.g a black hoodie which is
mysterious adding to the character as well as, hair and makeup. So the characters
come to life.
We researched codes and conventions of Horror and then brainstormed original ideas
which we made in groups. Our group Reisha, Kai and Josh played in the film I wrote,
which is on a story about two girls who got friendly with the unknown killer. As it
implied it has to do with not talking to strangers, so we turned the film into a
metaphor of social media. Every person in the group had a chance to take part, and
film a shoot the film `Extreme Sports`.I shot scene 5 and 6. In theses scenes Josh,
who played Nick, walks down the stairs to meet his `new friends`. Josh walked slowly
in both shots to create suspense and mystery as he is the killer. In theses shots I used
zooming in and out movement, to do this I used long shot and mid shot when he was
walking down the stairs. Further though the film, it builds more suspicion as they
don't know until the last shot when he kills them, in shot 12.
3. Planning: Pre- Production:
As a group we planned the film and each of us individually had our
own roles at pre- production. I did the script and plan each scene
and thought though every person's line,Tasnuva made a storyboard
to explain and show the film in detail, with drawn images and
descriptions , Reisha made a document on shot types to plan out
the movement of the camera and Josh did the risk assessment.
4. Planning: Post-Production:
After filming the film,`Extreme Sports`. As a group individually people
took turns to edit the film. We altered the sound and added sound effects
to make the film more realistic. Also during the process of the film also
cut the film ,added music in the background and added lighting to set the
mood to each sence.
5. Planning: Production:
In the process of the production. Kai and Josh added the film
with sound effects ,music and cuts. The film had many touch
ups to polish the film to the best standers. During that process
the rest of us help give an idea to change parts of the film, by
giving our own oppions, to make it even better.
6. Planning: Organization:
To organize the the short film as a group we all participated to get it all ready.
This includes getting props that are needed in order to make the film more
realistic. This also includes the clothes the character needs to wear to get
them into character. We also organised where we were going to film and
produce the film.
7. Strengths: What Went Well ?
In the processes of the production it had its
ups. Hence the fact that every person suited
their character roles,because it also suited
their personalities. Another one is that, when
filming everyone kept in character, many
camera shots were included.So to make the
film successful.Also as an individual I did well
at creating the script and coming up with what
my group had to say and filming the right
shots for each scene.
8. Weaknesses: Even Better If?
In the processes of the production it had its downs too.
Therefor when filming I needed a steady hand. To make that
better I should of used the tripod more often. Even better
if,as a group we planned the film properly so we wouldn't
have to rethink new film ideas, last minuit.
Though every person suited their characters. Voices needed
to be projected a bit more, because voices needed to be
more clear when acting and projected. The confiance needed
to be boosted up a level as some body language was lacking.
9. Evaluation
To sum up as a group its group it ended up that it all got sucssesfuly
done and worked as a group as it had its ups and downs on the way. As
we changed it due to the scenery changed. However after all the
planning and organisation, we made a presentable film for the horror
genre. And met the brief.
