A group of friends go away for a weekend at a cabin located in the woods. The opening scene shows the woods and Brad being mysteriously killed. After the title "Nocturnal" appears on screen with a loud noise, the plot involves trying to solve the mystery of Brad's death. The main characters are Brad, who is killed in the opening, Leah who spooks Brad before his death, and Ellie plays the killer but her face is not shown allowing her to be used in other parts of the film. Other friends include those in the filmmaking group.
The document discusses several communication theories:
1) The two step flow theory proposes that information spreads from media to opinion leaders to the general public with the opinion leaders' interpretations.
2) Cultivation theory examines how heavy television viewing shapes peoples' beliefs about social reality to reflect what is portrayed on TV.
3) Reception theory focuses on how individual readers interpret and make meaning from texts.
4) Uses and gratifications model identifies four needs (diversion, personal identity, surveillance, companionship) that influence why audiences actively engage with media.
Roland Barthes identified 5 narrative codes used to analyze media: (1) Action code signifies progression of the narrative; (2) Mystery/Enigma code grabs audience attention by posing unresolved problems; (3) Semic code conveys signs and meanings about characters and narrative; (4) Cultural code references real-world elements for cultural understanding; (5) Code of Opposition relies on contrasting binary concepts like weak vs. strong that are vaguely used in thrillers.
Binary oppositions are pairs of concepts that are opposite in meaning, such as good/bad, weak/strong, and security/insecurity. In a narrative, binary oppositions help establish relationships between characters, such as who is good or bad. They also help define concepts by their opposition to another - we understand "weak" by its contrast to "strong." Horror films commonly use binary oppositions like good/evil, sane/insane, and human/supernatural to drive their plots. Harry Potter relies on the opposition of Harry as the good guy and Voldemort as the bad guy wanted him dead. Pictures can represent binary oppositions to audiences clearly, such as good versus bad.
The title sequence for Crimson Peak uses a dark, gloomy background with white text to introduce the film. Mysterious, murky background images and unsettling music build intrigue for the thriller genre. Color is later introduced along with softer music, suggesting hope in the story. The sequence ends abruptly with a loud instrument sound as a book slams shut, keeping viewers engaged until the end.
The titles sequence of the sci-fi thriller Splice aims to set the tone for the film and introduce the theme of genetic cloning. Still images of electrified animal skeletons are shown with static electricity sounds before the production company name appears in white letters on a dark background. As new backgrounds change and move, the titles appear grafted onto organic walls like a cancerous growth made of different tissue types, accompanied by unpleasant liquid movement sounds layered with piano music to make the audience feel on edge. Later titles appear larger inside veins to remind viewers they are moving through ambiguous organic matter like amniotic molasses, guided by a single light.
The document provides information on the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) film rating system. It explains the criteria for films rated U (universal), PG (parental guidance), 12A, 15, and 18. A U film is suitable for ages 4 and over, while a PG film should not unsettle children aged 8 or older. Films rated 12A and 12 contain material not generally suitable for those under 12 without adult accompaniment. Films rated 15 and 18 contain increasingly strong violence, language, sexual content and themes unsuitable for younger viewers. The ratings aim to help audiences, especially parents, make informed viewing choices according to age appropriateness.
The storyboard created for a video project did not exactly match the final video, as changes were made during filming to improve shots from different angles or locations. Creating the storyboard helped provide an overall plan and guide the filmmaking process, by establishing the characters, dialogue, camera shots, editing styles, sound, lighting, and mise-en-scene. Details like the intended shot type and any effects, sounds, or dialogue were written next to each storyboard frame to outline the envisioned end result.
A group of friends go away for a weekend at a cabin located in the woods. The opening scene shows the woods and Brad being mysteriously killed. After the title "Nocturnal" appears on screen with a loud noise, the plot involves trying to solve the mystery of Brad's death. The main characters are Brad, who is killed in the opening, Leah who spooks Brad before his death, and Ellie plays the killer but her face is not shown allowing her to be used in other parts of the film. Other friends include those in the filmmaking group.
The document discusses several communication theories:
1) The two step flow theory proposes that information spreads from media to opinion leaders to the general public with the opinion leaders' interpretations.
2) Cultivation theory examines how heavy television viewing shapes peoples' beliefs about social reality to reflect what is portrayed on TV.
3) Reception theory focuses on how individual readers interpret and make meaning from texts.
4) Uses and gratifications model identifies four needs (diversion, personal identity, surveillance, companionship) that influence why audiences actively engage with media.
Roland Barthes identified 5 narrative codes used to analyze media: (1) Action code signifies progression of the narrative; (2) Mystery/Enigma code grabs audience attention by posing unresolved problems; (3) Semic code conveys signs and meanings about characters and narrative; (4) Cultural code references real-world elements for cultural understanding; (5) Code of Opposition relies on contrasting binary concepts like weak vs. strong that are vaguely used in thrillers.
Binary oppositions are pairs of concepts that are opposite in meaning, such as good/bad, weak/strong, and security/insecurity. In a narrative, binary oppositions help establish relationships between characters, such as who is good or bad. They also help define concepts by their opposition to another - we understand "weak" by its contrast to "strong." Horror films commonly use binary oppositions like good/evil, sane/insane, and human/supernatural to drive their plots. Harry Potter relies on the opposition of Harry as the good guy and Voldemort as the bad guy wanted him dead. Pictures can represent binary oppositions to audiences clearly, such as good versus bad.
The title sequence for Crimson Peak uses a dark, gloomy background with white text to introduce the film. Mysterious, murky background images and unsettling music build intrigue for the thriller genre. Color is later introduced along with softer music, suggesting hope in the story. The sequence ends abruptly with a loud instrument sound as a book slams shut, keeping viewers engaged until the end.
The titles sequence of the sci-fi thriller Splice aims to set the tone for the film and introduce the theme of genetic cloning. Still images of electrified animal skeletons are shown with static electricity sounds before the production company name appears in white letters on a dark background. As new backgrounds change and move, the titles appear grafted onto organic walls like a cancerous growth made of different tissue types, accompanied by unpleasant liquid movement sounds layered with piano music to make the audience feel on edge. Later titles appear larger inside veins to remind viewers they are moving through ambiguous organic matter like amniotic molasses, guided by a single light.
The document provides information on the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) film rating system. It explains the criteria for films rated U (universal), PG (parental guidance), 12A, 15, and 18. A U film is suitable for ages 4 and over, while a PG film should not unsettle children aged 8 or older. Films rated 12A and 12 contain material not generally suitable for those under 12 without adult accompaniment. Films rated 15 and 18 contain increasingly strong violence, language, sexual content and themes unsuitable for younger viewers. The ratings aim to help audiences, especially parents, make informed viewing choices according to age appropriateness.
The storyboard created for a video project did not exactly match the final video, as changes were made during filming to improve shots from different angles or locations. Creating the storyboard helped provide an overall plan and guide the filmmaking process, by establishing the characters, dialogue, camera shots, editing styles, sound, lighting, and mise-en-scene. Details like the intended shot type and any effects, sounds, or dialogue were written next to each storyboard frame to outline the envisioned end result.
The document outlines ideas for a horror thriller film set in the woods at an abandoned house or field in the evening. It will follow someone being followed and include a murder with the protagonist hiding from something or someone. The antagonist will be represented as shady and suspicious while the protagonist is weak, vulnerable, and nervous. Sound design and camera shots like close-ups, establishing shots, and tilt shots are discussed to build tension and suspense through unsettling music, snapping twigs, and characters' expressions.
The document discusses a lighting task. It does not provide any other details about the nature of the task or what it involves. All that can be determined from the title alone is that the document is related to a task related to lighting, but no other contextual information is given.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help boost feelings of calmness, happiness and focus.
The document discusses areas for improvement for a video project. It identifies issues with lighting not being consistent between shots, music being too loud and drowning out dialogue, and having to use a phone for one clip which lowered video quality. It recommends following a storyboard more closely while filming to avoid forgetting scenes and ensure all parts are shot. It also suggests using editing time more efficiently by not spending too much effort trying effects that did not suit the video clips.
This is the script which Myself, Dan, Dane and Kieran created for our one page pitch which we went on to record the same day.
The video of the pitch will be uploaded to my blog in due course.
This document contains feedback from Dane and Dan on an unnamed project. Dane provided positive feedback on the variety of camera shots and found it entertaining, but noted a continuity issue with changing jeans and inaudible dialogue. Dan also gave feedback, pointing out a lighting change halfway through and characters looking at the camera, but said the music choice and use was great.
Who would be the audience for your media productionJJMurtagh5799
This document discusses the intended audience for a media project. It identifies the target audience as older teenagers between 18-20 years old. Research was conducted through interviews and secondary sources to determine what this age group wants to see in a horror film, such as weapons, danger, and violence. Older teenagers were chosen as the audience because they have more free time than other age groups and often seek thrills and escapism through films.
The document analyzes Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video through various literary and film theories. It notes how the lyrics correspond with visuals, like Jackson portraying a zombie. It also discusses the video's references to horror genres through things like supernatural beings, sound effects, and the director's previous work. Overall, the document performs a thorough textual analysis of how "Thriller" uses various cinematic and musical techniques to create a horror story experience.
The document discusses how the media product represents different social groups. It focuses on representing teenagers, using them as main characters to appeal to a wide audience that can relate to the issues portrayed. Specifically, it features a group of British teenage friends dealing with independence without caution. While some stereotypes are followed, like a setting in the woods, others are subverted, such as having the protagonist and antagonist be different genders than typically seen in thrillers. The goal is to capture a realistic portrayal of rebellious yet respectful British teenage culture and appeal to audiences both within and outside the UK.
There are several options for distributing the film, including large conglomerate companies or independent distributors. While conglomerates have advantages like name recognition that could reach a wide audience, it would be difficult for an independent film to partner with one as they are selective. An independent British distributor like Optimum Releasing may be a better fit as it would allow the film to retain its identity and provide creative control, while still reaching the target UK audience. Alternative options like YouTube are free but offer no profits, while streaming services provide larger audiences but require payment. Overall, an independent UK distributor is recommended.
The document discusses Stuart Hall's encoding/decoding model of media texts. It explains that decoding involves making meaning from the codes within a media text, which can be visual or auditory symbols. Hall proposed that audiences can have preferred, oppositional, or negotiated readings of the codes and ideologies implicitly or explicitly presented in a media text based on their own beliefs. The document analyzes some examples of visual codes in media like magazines and games to illustrate how audiences make interpretations.
The document discusses different types of camera shots used in filmmaking including establishing shots to set the scene, long shots to show characters in their environment, extreme close ups to focus on specific movements or reactions, low shots to make characters appear dominant, mid shots for general views of characters, and shot/reverse shot to capture interactions between characters.
Chiaroscuro lighting uses harsh lighting to create extreme contrasts between different shot areas and is commonly used in black and white horror or drama films. Backlighting directly lights scenes from behind to create silhouettes, a technique used in romantic films to build mystery or tension in horror films. Artificial lighting from a phone flash can enhance thrilling facial emotions when paired with the right acting.
The document presents a pitch for a horror film called "Hunted" about a little girl named Jane Doe. The opening would show Jane visiting her mother's grave while being watched by a blurred male figure in a suit. Flashbacks would confuse viewers about Jane's mysterious past. The film would reveal that Jane is dead but stuck until her father "lets her go". It was inspired by films like "The Conjuring" and "Mama". The filmmakers propose shooting scenes at a church/graveyard location and distributing it online to reach a wide audience.
1. The document provides camera shot directions for filming a scene involving a little girl and a male silhouette character in a forest setting.
2. The shots include following the girl from behind as she walks through the woods holding a teddy bear, shots of her at a grave and tripping on the ground, and low-angle shots looking up at her crunched up in corners.
3. Shots are also directed showing the male character's shoes and him standing near a tree, with over-the-shoulder views of the girl looking towards his feet.
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Communicating effectively and consistently with students can help them feel at ease during their learning experience and provide the instructor with a communication trail to track the course's progress. This workshop will take you through constructing an engaging course container to facilitate effective communication.
The document outlines ideas for a horror thriller film set in the woods at an abandoned house or field in the evening. It will follow someone being followed and include a murder with the protagonist hiding from something or someone. The antagonist will be represented as shady and suspicious while the protagonist is weak, vulnerable, and nervous. Sound design and camera shots like close-ups, establishing shots, and tilt shots are discussed to build tension and suspense through unsettling music, snapping twigs, and characters' expressions.
The document discusses a lighting task. It does not provide any other details about the nature of the task or what it involves. All that can be determined from the title alone is that the document is related to a task related to lighting, but no other contextual information is given.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help boost feelings of calmness, happiness and focus.
The document discusses areas for improvement for a video project. It identifies issues with lighting not being consistent between shots, music being too loud and drowning out dialogue, and having to use a phone for one clip which lowered video quality. It recommends following a storyboard more closely while filming to avoid forgetting scenes and ensure all parts are shot. It also suggests using editing time more efficiently by not spending too much effort trying effects that did not suit the video clips.
This is the script which Myself, Dan, Dane and Kieran created for our one page pitch which we went on to record the same day.
The video of the pitch will be uploaded to my blog in due course.
This document contains feedback from Dane and Dan on an unnamed project. Dane provided positive feedback on the variety of camera shots and found it entertaining, but noted a continuity issue with changing jeans and inaudible dialogue. Dan also gave feedback, pointing out a lighting change halfway through and characters looking at the camera, but said the music choice and use was great.
Who would be the audience for your media productionJJMurtagh5799
This document discusses the intended audience for a media project. It identifies the target audience as older teenagers between 18-20 years old. Research was conducted through interviews and secondary sources to determine what this age group wants to see in a horror film, such as weapons, danger, and violence. Older teenagers were chosen as the audience because they have more free time than other age groups and often seek thrills and escapism through films.
The document analyzes Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video through various literary and film theories. It notes how the lyrics correspond with visuals, like Jackson portraying a zombie. It also discusses the video's references to horror genres through things like supernatural beings, sound effects, and the director's previous work. Overall, the document performs a thorough textual analysis of how "Thriller" uses various cinematic and musical techniques to create a horror story experience.
The document discusses how the media product represents different social groups. It focuses on representing teenagers, using them as main characters to appeal to a wide audience that can relate to the issues portrayed. Specifically, it features a group of British teenage friends dealing with independence without caution. While some stereotypes are followed, like a setting in the woods, others are subverted, such as having the protagonist and antagonist be different genders than typically seen in thrillers. The goal is to capture a realistic portrayal of rebellious yet respectful British teenage culture and appeal to audiences both within and outside the UK.
There are several options for distributing the film, including large conglomerate companies or independent distributors. While conglomerates have advantages like name recognition that could reach a wide audience, it would be difficult for an independent film to partner with one as they are selective. An independent British distributor like Optimum Releasing may be a better fit as it would allow the film to retain its identity and provide creative control, while still reaching the target UK audience. Alternative options like YouTube are free but offer no profits, while streaming services provide larger audiences but require payment. Overall, an independent UK distributor is recommended.
The document discusses Stuart Hall's encoding/decoding model of media texts. It explains that decoding involves making meaning from the codes within a media text, which can be visual or auditory symbols. Hall proposed that audiences can have preferred, oppositional, or negotiated readings of the codes and ideologies implicitly or explicitly presented in a media text based on their own beliefs. The document analyzes some examples of visual codes in media like magazines and games to illustrate how audiences make interpretations.
The document discusses different types of camera shots used in filmmaking including establishing shots to set the scene, long shots to show characters in their environment, extreme close ups to focus on specific movements or reactions, low shots to make characters appear dominant, mid shots for general views of characters, and shot/reverse shot to capture interactions between characters.
Chiaroscuro lighting uses harsh lighting to create extreme contrasts between different shot areas and is commonly used in black and white horror or drama films. Backlighting directly lights scenes from behind to create silhouettes, a technique used in romantic films to build mystery or tension in horror films. Artificial lighting from a phone flash can enhance thrilling facial emotions when paired with the right acting.
The document presents a pitch for a horror film called "Hunted" about a little girl named Jane Doe. The opening would show Jane visiting her mother's grave while being watched by a blurred male figure in a suit. Flashbacks would confuse viewers about Jane's mysterious past. The film would reveal that Jane is dead but stuck until her father "lets her go". It was inspired by films like "The Conjuring" and "Mama". The filmmakers propose shooting scenes at a church/graveyard location and distributing it online to reach a wide audience.
1. The document provides camera shot directions for filming a scene involving a little girl and a male silhouette character in a forest setting.
2. The shots include following the girl from behind as she walks through the woods holding a teddy bear, shots of her at a grave and tripping on the ground, and low-angle shots looking up at her crunched up in corners.
3. Shots are also directed showing the male character's shoes and him standing near a tree, with over-the-shoulder views of the girl looking towards his feet.
Temple of Asclepius in Thrace. Excavation resultsKrassimira Luka
The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
Communicating effectively and consistently with students can help them feel at ease during their learning experience and provide the instructor with a communication trail to track the course's progress. This workshop will take you through constructing an engaging course container to facilitate effective communication.
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In Odoo, making a field required can be done through both Python code and XML views. When you set the required attribute to True in Python code, it makes the field required across all views where it's used. Conversely, when you set the required attribute in XML views, it makes the field required only in the context of that particular view.
1. Screenplay - Nocturnal
Long shot of the scenery of the rural location – 2 shots.
Establishing shot of cabin set in the woods – zoom into window
(muffled music coming from inside).
High angle/long shot from corner of the cabin showing group of
friends gathered around, drinks and snacks scattered around
the room (music playing in background).
Callie and Charlie having a conversation.
Charlie: Look whose just snapchatted me – shows Close up of
phone of snapchat.
Callie: No way, are you gonna reply?
Charlie, Callie, Eloise, Brooke and Sav look at one another
and giggle.
Eloise’s phone rings.
Eloise: *picks up phone* Hello?
Phone cuts off (bleeping noise added)
Eloise: oh that was weird
Sav: who was it?
Eloise: I don’t know they put the phone down
Sav: oh *shrugs*
Panning of Brad standing up and walking towards the door.
Brad: I’m just going for a piss
Girls nodding and carry on with their conversations.
Match on action of Brad walking through door.
Mid – shot of Brad about to walk outside.
Brad: Erghh
High angle/long shot from corner of cabin of Brad walking back
inside to pick up his jacket.
Close up of girls chatting and giggling whilst his backs
turned.
Leah runs outside (ready to hide behind a bush).
High angle/long shot of brad walking back.
Brad walks out of the cabin around to a bush ready to have a
wee (zip noise added over shot).
Leah jumps out in front Brad to scare him (loud sound effect
added).
Brad: *gasps* ahh you scared me you bitch
2. They laugh together and Leah walks back inside.
Brad starts to wee (pee sound added)
(rustle in the bush).
Close up of brad looking around confused.
Brad: so funny Leah
Starts to zip up (zip sound), in background a black figure
walking towards him.
Eyeline match from behind brad moving towards him.
Shot from in front of Brad and hands grabbing his face.
*nocturnal* (loud noise in background)
Close up of Brad dead on the floor surrounded by blood.