pre-production feedback

1. AS Pre-production Tasks Feedback
Student Name: CURTIS Lily
Blog: http://lilycurtisasmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
Task 1 – Pre-production: Research & Planning Evidence on
blog
1. Similar Products – film beginning analysis
There is research into similar products through the analysis of
four key film opening. Analysis of the film openings pays attention
to aspects of mise-en-scene – props, location and costume. There
is some detail of how audiences may respond to the film
openings. Cinematography, editing and sound are discussed but
more detail in analysis and better understanding needed of why
creative decisions have been made – not just descriptions of the
scene. Good research on Catch Me If You Can titles.
Better use of terminology needed, especially when discussing
camera movement.
Yes
2. Genre Analysis
Some good research into genre with key conventions, stars
and themes discussed. Some good information – early history
of genres. More detail on box office and current popularity
would be welcome. Images could have been added of actors
and films posters. Good detail on key conventions of genre
and effect on audience
Check your spellings for silly mistakes – weather/whether.
Yes
3. Target Audience
Clear understanding shown of a stereotypical audience for
chosen genre, with some evidence of research. Some
analysis of audience expectations but again no evidence of
research. Some detail on target audience for own production.
Yes
4. Script
Good genre script which has been correctly formatted in
parts. Good VO to set up character.
Yes
6. Storyboard
A clear storyboard with good technical detail. Colour would
have added to the storyboard.
Yes

2. 7. Shotlist
In-depth shot list fully complete
Yes
8. Layouts – floor plan
Complete – good detail on scenes and how camera will follow
character.
Yes
9. Locations
Good detail on locations with clear thought into how each
location will be used in the production.
Yes
10.Costumes
This area is completed to a good level. Good detail on
choices for actor.
Yes
11.Props
Main props discussed with images and detail- good
understanding of how props will aid narrative.
Yes
12.Actors
Some detail on choice of actor, with appearance and
availability key factors in choice to establish stereotypical
character in genre.
Yes
13.Equipment
Images and reasons for choice of equipment, good technical
detail but basic detail on why equipment used.
Yes
14.Production schedule
Very good detail on production but no detail on pre or post.
This is more of a shooting schedule.
Yes
Teachers comments
Lily has completed all parts pre-production for course work. Lily has worked at a
proficient level, although in some areas such as analysis into film beginnings,
Lily could add more detail on why and how, not just describing the scenes.
Level 3
15 marks
Mark out of 20: 15
Teacher name: M Drummond Date: January 2016
Student action plan for improvement

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