Short film script & storyboard development-
Film synopsis
Importance of scripts
Script draft 1
Evaluation of script 1
Script draft 2
Evaluation of script 2
Importance of storyboards
First storyboard creation
Evaluation of storyboard 1
Review of script & storyboard
Redevelopment of film idea
Film inspiration
Screenwriting
Character profile
Script 3
Evaluation of script 3
Storyboard 3
Evaluation of storyboard 3
Final script and storyboard
Final screenwriting
Final script
Evaluation of final script
Final storyboard
Evaluation
Pitch-
Introduction
Mood board
Target audience
Film Synopsis
Camera style
Locations
Characters
Film budget
Taglines
Target audinece
Endorsements
Media concepts and theories
Evaluation
The document discusses the development of a film idea for a media studies project. The student explores several potential ideas before choosing to create a short film that will visually depict the Latin phrase "Carpe Diem" or "seize the day". The film will follow a teenage girl who ends up in a state between life and death called Bardo, where she encounters projections of her past, present and future. Seeing what could be, she realizes how to seize the day and save herself from a dark fate. The student provides details on the inspiration, characters, locations, and plot of the chosen idea.
Development of initial film idea-
Introduction
Potential film ideas
Evaluation of film ideas
Chosen idea
Genre conventions
Brain storming
Film idea- initial synopsis
Inspirational stimulus
Film idea- developed synopsis
Evaluation
Analysis of existing Media Studies short films-
Introduction
Analysis of 'A Vida Doce'
Analysis of 'Aqua'
History of Short films
Short film codes and conventions
Shooting a short film
Film script & storyboard development-
Film synopsis development
Script writing
Script rough draft 1
Evaluation of script 1
Script draft 2
Evaluation of script 2
Storyboard
Evaluation storyboard 1
Review
Redevelopment of film idea
Inspiration
Screenwriting
Initial rough storyboard
Character profile
Script 3
Evaluation of script 3
Screenwriting
Final storyboard
Final storyboard evaluation
Over all evaluation
This document discusses potential short film ideas and provides pros and cons for each. Some of the ideas discussed include a modern interpretation of the story of Icarus, updating the Red Riding Hood fairy tale to a contemporary setting, and portraying the perspective of a child caught in the migrant crisis in Europe. Pros listed for the ideas include having simple filming requirements, symbolic stories, and depth of meaning, while cons note aspects like predictability, complexity of filming, and mainstreamness.
The postcard uses visual elements and composition to convey the tone and genre of the short film without explicitly stating details about the plot. A mysterious man stands in a creepy landscape holding a gun at a low angle, implying conflict and power. The contrast between the dark grass and sky versus the man's shadowed face creates a sense of inner depth and conflict. The blood-red title is prominently displayed to attract attention to the name of the film. Overall, the postcard uses visual storytelling to pique interest in a dramatic thriller film without revealing specifics.
Ramin Serry is an award-winning Iranian-American director and writer known for his films that bridge genres and cultures. His 2014 sci-fi comedy short film "Future Hero" follows a father who teams up with the adult version of his infant son from the future to defeat a time-traveling killer android while working through their issues. The film uses familiar sci-fi and comedy tropes but challenges family and abandonment issues. Though predictable, "Future Hero" is an inventive low-budget production that demonstrates Serry's talent for storytelling.
Pitch-
Introduction
Mood board
Target audience
Film Synopsis
Camera style
Locations
Characters
Film budget
Taglines
Target audinece
Endorsements
Media concepts and theories
Evaluation
The document discusses the development of a film idea for a media studies project. The student explores several potential ideas before choosing to create a short film that will visually depict the Latin phrase "Carpe Diem" or "seize the day". The film will follow a teenage girl who ends up in a state between life and death called Bardo, where she encounters projections of her past, present and future. Seeing what could be, she realizes how to seize the day and save herself from a dark fate. The student provides details on the inspiration, characters, locations, and plot of the chosen idea.
Development of initial film idea-
Introduction
Potential film ideas
Evaluation of film ideas
Chosen idea
Genre conventions
Brain storming
Film idea- initial synopsis
Inspirational stimulus
Film idea- developed synopsis
Evaluation
Analysis of existing Media Studies short films-
Introduction
Analysis of 'A Vida Doce'
Analysis of 'Aqua'
History of Short films
Short film codes and conventions
Shooting a short film
Film script & storyboard development-
Film synopsis development
Script writing
Script rough draft 1
Evaluation of script 1
Script draft 2
Evaluation of script 2
Storyboard
Evaluation storyboard 1
Review
Redevelopment of film idea
Inspiration
Screenwriting
Initial rough storyboard
Character profile
Script 3
Evaluation of script 3
Screenwriting
Final storyboard
Final storyboard evaluation
Over all evaluation
This document discusses potential short film ideas and provides pros and cons for each. Some of the ideas discussed include a modern interpretation of the story of Icarus, updating the Red Riding Hood fairy tale to a contemporary setting, and portraying the perspective of a child caught in the migrant crisis in Europe. Pros listed for the ideas include having simple filming requirements, symbolic stories, and depth of meaning, while cons note aspects like predictability, complexity of filming, and mainstreamness.
The postcard uses visual elements and composition to convey the tone and genre of the short film without explicitly stating details about the plot. A mysterious man stands in a creepy landscape holding a gun at a low angle, implying conflict and power. The contrast between the dark grass and sky versus the man's shadowed face creates a sense of inner depth and conflict. The blood-red title is prominently displayed to attract attention to the name of the film. Overall, the postcard uses visual storytelling to pique interest in a dramatic thriller film without revealing specifics.
Ramin Serry is an award-winning Iranian-American director and writer known for his films that bridge genres and cultures. His 2014 sci-fi comedy short film "Future Hero" follows a father who teams up with the adult version of his infant son from the future to defeat a time-traveling killer android while working through their issues. The film uses familiar sci-fi and comedy tropes but challenges family and abandonment issues. Though predictable, "Future Hero" is an inventive low-budget production that demonstrates Serry's talent for storytelling.
- Moon Production company is newly formed and has produced several student movies. They will produce the film "Redemption Dinner".
- "Redemption Dinner" tells the story of a man who meticulously prepares an engagement dinner, but as time passes it becomes clear that no one will arrive. He begins dining alone, pretending his imaginary girlfriend is there.
- The film takes place primarily in the corridors and kitchen of the man's house. He is depicted as well-groomed but troubled underneath. The target audience is those aged 20-50 who enjoy thought-provoking "hard movies".
Production Planning-
Script
Production Team
Crew paperwork
Directors and actors
Cast
Cast paperwork
Equipment list
Filming calendar
Hospital scene
Scene and shot breakdown
Filming paperwork
Location
Scene analysis
Ambulance scene
Scene and shot breakdown
Scene analysis
Cyber bully scene
Scene and shot breakdown
Scene analysis
Overdose scene
Scene and shot breakdown
Scene analysis
Bardo scenes
Filming paperwork
Location
Scene and shot breakdown
Scene analysis'
A boy and girl who spend all their time playing basketball create fake online dating profiles to meet others. They begin messaging each other without realizing they know one another. On their third meeting in the changing rooms, they bump into each other again and smile, realizing they have been chatting online. They continue their online conversation, their potential romance now moving from the virtual to real world.
Brett Egan analyzed his screenplay "One Man Road" which was influenced by genres like drama, thriller, neo-noir and surrealism. Films such as "Se7en" and "In the Name of the Father" inspired certain elements in his screenplay like themes of loneliness and questioning society. Christopher Nolan's directing style also served as an influence. Locations were carefully chosen to complement the conventions of neo-noir and encode meaning for audiences. The main character John McGrady was inspired by characters from other films and was developed with the goal of creating an emotional response. The narrative structure drew from films like "Inception" with elements like dream sequences and transitions between reality and dreams. Peer
The screenplay article provides more specific criteria for writing a short film screenplay, including six key questions about the protagonist, active question, opposing forces, point of view, theme, and style. Milgrom's book simplifies it to the basic three elements of a world, character, and problem. While the screenplay article goes into more depth on different aspects like character and tone, Milgrom's book breaks it down more simply as an introduction to screenwriting. Both discuss the importance of establishing the main character, their problem or goal, and how the tone emerges from supporting the underlying meaning of the story.
The document discusses various fonts and title sequences that could work for a supernatural horror film. It analyzes fonts used in films like "Blair Witch Project", "Paranormal Activity", and "Scream" that connote danger, loneliness, and screaming through visual elements of the fonts. Placement of credits in films like "Monsters Inc", "Panic Room", and "Psycho" are also examined for how they relate to the narrative. Potential scores using instruments like violins, atonal music, and cello/viola are suggested that could set the right mood and appeal to the intended audience.
The document analyzes a scene from the TV show Spaced that depicts characters getting drunk at a pub and later confronting "chavs." It discusses how camera work like handheld shots, changes in focus, and shot duration are used to convey the characters' intoxication and build tension during the confrontation. Editing is also discussed, with scenes from different storylines being cut together to create cliffhangers. In under 3 sentences, the document discusses the use of camera techniques and editing in a particular episode of Spaced to depict characters getting drunk and build tension during a confrontation.
- Diagonal camera angles are frequently used to provide wider shots that establish context and show other characters/elements in the frame. This allows the audience to see more of the surroundings.
- Dark, moody lighting is common and helps set tense, mysterious, or unsettling tones that fit the plots. Shadows are also used to enhance mood.
- Costumes and props are carefully chosen to reflect character traits and fit the themes/environments of each story.
- Unexpected plot twists, jumps, or reveals keep audiences engaged by piquing their curiosity and desire to understand references.
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- Diagonal camera angles are frequently used to provide wider shots that establish context and show other characters/elements in the frame. This allows the audience to see more of the surroundings.
- Dark, moody lighting is common and helps set tense, mysterious, or unsettling tones that fit the plots. Shadows are also used to enhance mood.
- Costumes and props are carefully chosen to reflect character traits and fit the themes/environments of each story.
- Unexpected plot twists, surprises, or humor keep audiences engaged as they try to anticipate what will happen next.
- Unique camera
- Diagonal camera angles are frequently used to provide wider shots that establish context and show other characters/elements in the frame. This allows the audience to see more of the surroundings.
- Dark, moody lighting is common and helps set tense, mysterious, or unsettling tones that fit the plots. Shadows are also used effectively.
- Costumes and props are carefully chosen to reflect the characters' personalities and roles, as well as advance the plot. Things like weapons, food items, or documents serve important purposes.
- Unexpected plot twists, humor mixed with serious themes, and focus on
- Diagonal camera angles are frequently used to provide wider shots that establish context and show other characters/elements in the frame. This allows the audience to see more of the surroundings.
- Dark, moody lighting is common and helps set tense, mysterious, or unsettling tones that fit the plots. Shadows are also used to enhance mood.
- Costumes and props are carefully chosen to reflect character traits and fit the themes/environments of each story.
- Unexpected plot twists, surprises, and humor keep audiences engaged as they try to anticipate what will happen next.
- Focus is
This document is a self-evaluation by Charlotte Bowerman of the production elements for her horror teaser trailer. She analyzes the locations, lighting, cinematography, props, costumes, shots, script, characters, fonts and poster design compared to the horror film "The Conjuring" to ensure she is using appropriate horror genre conventions. Bowerman identifies areas where her initial ideas did not fully match conventions seen in "The Conjuring" and other horror films, such as using more dramatic lighting, focusing costumes on characterizing vulnerability, and using bolder white fonts on a dark background for the teaser poster.
The document provides details for a pitch for a short film project. It includes a synopsis of the film, which follows a man wandering city streets feeling lost and searching for answers. It explores themes of loneliness, isolation, and downfall. The document also includes mood boards, influences, filming locations, crew details, character profiles, and discussion of genre, audience, and marketing considerations. The overall pitch is for a psychological drama short film exploring loneliness and emotional detachment.
The document discusses elements to include in planning a thriller genre film trailer. It recommends using ordinary-looking protagonists to make the story more relatable to audiences. Both obscure and familiar locations should be featured to establish themes. Duller color schemes with bursts of vibrant colors can build suspense. Warm colors should be used initially to portray the protagonist's innocence before transitioning to darker tones. The document also includes early story ideas, such as using song lyrics to foreshadow murders or showing flashbacks of why the protagonist seeks revenge.
The document provides a detailed analysis of the 2008 short film "The Black Hole" in 4 paragraphs. It summarizes the film's narrative, genres, representation of characters, ideological messages, and connections to narrative theory. The main points are:
1) The narrative follows an ordinary office worker who discovers a mysterious black hole that gives him power over objects, leading him to increasingly greedy and illegal acts.
2) The film uses genres of crime, comedy, and science fiction to tell its story and convey a message about human greed.
3) The film represents a stereotypical bored office worker through mise-en-scene and explores how power can corrupt individuals.
4) A key ideological message
The short film "The Black Hole" takes place in a messy office environment where the protagonist seems unhappy with his job. Through his facial expressions and actions towards the photocopier, it is clear he is displeased. When he notices that a white piece of paper is actually a black hole, a low angle shot is used to make the protagonist appear powerful in his discovery. Throughout the film, the editing and sound create an atmosphere of a boring work environment until the protagonist finds the black hole, when the pace quickens. The lighting in the office is mostly dark, conveying a horrible work atmosphere and the protagonist's growing greed as the film develops further.
The document analyzes existing short films to inform the development of the author's own short film. It summarizes the plots and technical elements of films like The Black Hole, Dumb and Dumber, Jaws, and an SNL sketch. The author identifies elements they want to incorporate, such as point-of-view shots, zoom effects, and panning, to build tension and focus audience attention.
The document discusses conventions that are commonly used in horror movie trailers to scare audiences. Some key conventions mentioned include using suburban household settings to prey on audiences' fears of their own homes being invaded, including "jumpy moments" of scares to make the trailers more memorable and effective, and employing horrific imagery to further frighten viewers without showing too much that would prevent them from seeing the full movie. Mise-en-scene, lighting, costumes, fonts and other stylistic elements are also discussed as important conventions that help set the tone and tell the narrative in an engaging way for audiences of horror film trailers.
The document discusses elements of thriller films and provides examples of scenes from a student thriller film project. It begins by defining characteristics of thriller genres like mystery, crime, and psychological thrillers. It then provides descriptions of 7 scenes from the student film project which aim to attract the audience and gradually reveal clues. The scenes depict everyday settings and use techniques like music, color schemes, and camera angles to build suspense and intrigue the audience. Comments on the scenes praise aspects like their realism, use of British accents, and how they prevent revealing masculine characteristics.
This survey was conducted to establish a target audience profile for a short film. The survey found that the target audience is in the middle age group, enjoys watching short dramas and comedies up to 20 minutes long on social media and film festivals. With this audience insight, the filmmaker will create a film catering to the target audience's preferences and promote it using strategies most accessible to the educated, social media-active demographic.
Initially, short films were used to showcase new film technologies in the late 19th century. As technology advanced in the early 1900s, films grew longer and more complex, establishing the first feature films by the 1910s. Short films remained popular supplements to feature films until declining in the 1950s-60s. However, artists continued experimenting with the short format. The rise of MTV and affordable video equipment in the 1980s-90s revived short films, especially for internet viewing where quick content is demanded. YouTube now provides a major platform for distributing short films.
- Moon Production company is newly formed and has produced several student movies. They will produce the film "Redemption Dinner".
- "Redemption Dinner" tells the story of a man who meticulously prepares an engagement dinner, but as time passes it becomes clear that no one will arrive. He begins dining alone, pretending his imaginary girlfriend is there.
- The film takes place primarily in the corridors and kitchen of the man's house. He is depicted as well-groomed but troubled underneath. The target audience is those aged 20-50 who enjoy thought-provoking "hard movies".
Production Planning-
Script
Production Team
Crew paperwork
Directors and actors
Cast
Cast paperwork
Equipment list
Filming calendar
Hospital scene
Scene and shot breakdown
Filming paperwork
Location
Scene analysis
Ambulance scene
Scene and shot breakdown
Scene analysis
Cyber bully scene
Scene and shot breakdown
Scene analysis
Overdose scene
Scene and shot breakdown
Scene analysis
Bardo scenes
Filming paperwork
Location
Scene and shot breakdown
Scene analysis'
A boy and girl who spend all their time playing basketball create fake online dating profiles to meet others. They begin messaging each other without realizing they know one another. On their third meeting in the changing rooms, they bump into each other again and smile, realizing they have been chatting online. They continue their online conversation, their potential romance now moving from the virtual to real world.
Brett Egan analyzed his screenplay "One Man Road" which was influenced by genres like drama, thriller, neo-noir and surrealism. Films such as "Se7en" and "In the Name of the Father" inspired certain elements in his screenplay like themes of loneliness and questioning society. Christopher Nolan's directing style also served as an influence. Locations were carefully chosen to complement the conventions of neo-noir and encode meaning for audiences. The main character John McGrady was inspired by characters from other films and was developed with the goal of creating an emotional response. The narrative structure drew from films like "Inception" with elements like dream sequences and transitions between reality and dreams. Peer
The screenplay article provides more specific criteria for writing a short film screenplay, including six key questions about the protagonist, active question, opposing forces, point of view, theme, and style. Milgrom's book simplifies it to the basic three elements of a world, character, and problem. While the screenplay article goes into more depth on different aspects like character and tone, Milgrom's book breaks it down more simply as an introduction to screenwriting. Both discuss the importance of establishing the main character, their problem or goal, and how the tone emerges from supporting the underlying meaning of the story.
The document discusses various fonts and title sequences that could work for a supernatural horror film. It analyzes fonts used in films like "Blair Witch Project", "Paranormal Activity", and "Scream" that connote danger, loneliness, and screaming through visual elements of the fonts. Placement of credits in films like "Monsters Inc", "Panic Room", and "Psycho" are also examined for how they relate to the narrative. Potential scores using instruments like violins, atonal music, and cello/viola are suggested that could set the right mood and appeal to the intended audience.
The document analyzes a scene from the TV show Spaced that depicts characters getting drunk at a pub and later confronting "chavs." It discusses how camera work like handheld shots, changes in focus, and shot duration are used to convey the characters' intoxication and build tension during the confrontation. Editing is also discussed, with scenes from different storylines being cut together to create cliffhangers. In under 3 sentences, the document discusses the use of camera techniques and editing in a particular episode of Spaced to depict characters getting drunk and build tension during a confrontation.
- Diagonal camera angles are frequently used to provide wider shots that establish context and show other characters/elements in the frame. This allows the audience to see more of the surroundings.
- Dark, moody lighting is common and helps set tense, mysterious, or unsettling tones that fit the plots. Shadows are also used to enhance mood.
- Costumes and props are carefully chosen to reflect character traits and fit the themes/environments of each story.
- Unexpected plot twists, jumps, or reveals keep audiences engaged by piquing their curiosity and desire to understand references.
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- Diagonal camera angles are frequently used to provide wider shots that establish context and show other characters/elements in the frame. This allows the audience to see more of the surroundings.
- Dark, moody lighting is common and helps set tense, mysterious, or unsettling tones that fit the plots. Shadows are also used to enhance mood.
- Costumes and props are carefully chosen to reflect character traits and fit the themes/environments of each story.
- Unexpected plot twists, surprises, or humor keep audiences engaged as they try to anticipate what will happen next.
- Unique camera
- Diagonal camera angles are frequently used to provide wider shots that establish context and show other characters/elements in the frame. This allows the audience to see more of the surroundings.
- Dark, moody lighting is common and helps set tense, mysterious, or unsettling tones that fit the plots. Shadows are also used effectively.
- Costumes and props are carefully chosen to reflect the characters' personalities and roles, as well as advance the plot. Things like weapons, food items, or documents serve important purposes.
- Unexpected plot twists, humor mixed with serious themes, and focus on
- Diagonal camera angles are frequently used to provide wider shots that establish context and show other characters/elements in the frame. This allows the audience to see more of the surroundings.
- Dark, moody lighting is common and helps set tense, mysterious, or unsettling tones that fit the plots. Shadows are also used to enhance mood.
- Costumes and props are carefully chosen to reflect character traits and fit the themes/environments of each story.
- Unexpected plot twists, surprises, and humor keep audiences engaged as they try to anticipate what will happen next.
- Focus is
This document is a self-evaluation by Charlotte Bowerman of the production elements for her horror teaser trailer. She analyzes the locations, lighting, cinematography, props, costumes, shots, script, characters, fonts and poster design compared to the horror film "The Conjuring" to ensure she is using appropriate horror genre conventions. Bowerman identifies areas where her initial ideas did not fully match conventions seen in "The Conjuring" and other horror films, such as using more dramatic lighting, focusing costumes on characterizing vulnerability, and using bolder white fonts on a dark background for the teaser poster.
The document provides details for a pitch for a short film project. It includes a synopsis of the film, which follows a man wandering city streets feeling lost and searching for answers. It explores themes of loneliness, isolation, and downfall. The document also includes mood boards, influences, filming locations, crew details, character profiles, and discussion of genre, audience, and marketing considerations. The overall pitch is for a psychological drama short film exploring loneliness and emotional detachment.
The document discusses elements to include in planning a thriller genre film trailer. It recommends using ordinary-looking protagonists to make the story more relatable to audiences. Both obscure and familiar locations should be featured to establish themes. Duller color schemes with bursts of vibrant colors can build suspense. Warm colors should be used initially to portray the protagonist's innocence before transitioning to darker tones. The document also includes early story ideas, such as using song lyrics to foreshadow murders or showing flashbacks of why the protagonist seeks revenge.
The document provides a detailed analysis of the 2008 short film "The Black Hole" in 4 paragraphs. It summarizes the film's narrative, genres, representation of characters, ideological messages, and connections to narrative theory. The main points are:
1) The narrative follows an ordinary office worker who discovers a mysterious black hole that gives him power over objects, leading him to increasingly greedy and illegal acts.
2) The film uses genres of crime, comedy, and science fiction to tell its story and convey a message about human greed.
3) The film represents a stereotypical bored office worker through mise-en-scene and explores how power can corrupt individuals.
4) A key ideological message
The short film "The Black Hole" takes place in a messy office environment where the protagonist seems unhappy with his job. Through his facial expressions and actions towards the photocopier, it is clear he is displeased. When he notices that a white piece of paper is actually a black hole, a low angle shot is used to make the protagonist appear powerful in his discovery. Throughout the film, the editing and sound create an atmosphere of a boring work environment until the protagonist finds the black hole, when the pace quickens. The lighting in the office is mostly dark, conveying a horrible work atmosphere and the protagonist's growing greed as the film develops further.
The document analyzes existing short films to inform the development of the author's own short film. It summarizes the plots and technical elements of films like The Black Hole, Dumb and Dumber, Jaws, and an SNL sketch. The author identifies elements they want to incorporate, such as point-of-view shots, zoom effects, and panning, to build tension and focus audience attention.
The document discusses conventions that are commonly used in horror movie trailers to scare audiences. Some key conventions mentioned include using suburban household settings to prey on audiences' fears of their own homes being invaded, including "jumpy moments" of scares to make the trailers more memorable and effective, and employing horrific imagery to further frighten viewers without showing too much that would prevent them from seeing the full movie. Mise-en-scene, lighting, costumes, fonts and other stylistic elements are also discussed as important conventions that help set the tone and tell the narrative in an engaging way for audiences of horror film trailers.
The document discusses elements of thriller films and provides examples of scenes from a student thriller film project. It begins by defining characteristics of thriller genres like mystery, crime, and psychological thrillers. It then provides descriptions of 7 scenes from the student film project which aim to attract the audience and gradually reveal clues. The scenes depict everyday settings and use techniques like music, color schemes, and camera angles to build suspense and intrigue the audience. Comments on the scenes praise aspects like their realism, use of British accents, and how they prevent revealing masculine characteristics.
This survey was conducted to establish a target audience profile for a short film. The survey found that the target audience is in the middle age group, enjoys watching short dramas and comedies up to 20 minutes long on social media and film festivals. With this audience insight, the filmmaker will create a film catering to the target audience's preferences and promote it using strategies most accessible to the educated, social media-active demographic.
Initially, short films were used to showcase new film technologies in the late 19th century. As technology advanced in the early 1900s, films grew longer and more complex, establishing the first feature films by the 1910s. Short films remained popular supplements to feature films until declining in the 1950s-60s. However, artists continued experimenting with the short format. The rise of MTV and affordable video equipment in the 1980s-90s revived short films, especially for internet viewing where quick content is demanded. YouTube now provides a major platform for distributing short films.
Babak Anvari is an award-winning British filmmaker known for his short films. This short film from 2013 depicts a strict teacher demanding his students claim 2+2=5, despite a smart boy's insistence otherwise. Through minimal dialogue and visual techniques like lighting, camera angles, and character expressions, the film creates a tense atmosphere and thought-provoking commentary on authoritarianism and independent thinking. Though a simple concept, viewers found it affecting and it won awards, with over 2.8 million YouTube views highlighting its popularity.
The document discusses the drama film genre and its conventions and subgenres. It notes that drama films focus on realistic storylines and settings that portray emotional themes audiences can relate to. Character development and a build up of tension are key conventions. Subgenres include biographies, courtroom drama, comedy-drama, historical drama, melodrama, period pieces, political drama, romance, tragedy, and dark comedy. Each subgenre explores a particular theme or context. Monodrama, a single-actor drama, is highlighted as a subgenre choice for a short film due to its psychological focus and representation of loneliness.
The document provides a reflection by the student on three media products they created: a short film, website, and postcard. The student discusses how they incorporated conventions and addressed social issues in their work. They aimed to represent an average family and teen girl. Elements like similar imagery, colors, fonts, and an original production company name were used across products to create branding. Feedback from test audiences was positive overall praising elements like camerawork, characters, and the issue of cyberbullying addressed. The student considers distribution methods for the short film like YouTube, festivals, or giving to schools.
The document provides information on website and postcard design conventions for films. It discusses key elements like layout, images, fonts, content, target audiences, and genres. It then outlines the research and design process for a website and postcard for a film called Bardo, including initial draft designs, changes made, and the final designs. The website design focuses on visual appeal for teen audiences through dramatic images and color coordination. The postcard uses a dark color scheme and unsettling image to attract viewers and generate hype for the unknown film. Both pieces aim to look professional while conveying the drama genre and intrigue around the film.
The document provides potential storyline options and character profiles for a short film called "Lonely Dinner". Two potential storylines are described. In the first, a man prepares an elaborate dinner every year on the anniversary of his wife and friends' deaths in a tragic accident, though he dines alone. In the second, the story is told from the perspective of the man's deceased wife. Both explore the man's grief, guilt, and longing to reconnect with his lost loved ones. The character profile describes the man as well-groomed but troubled, reliving the dinner he never had through an annual ritual.
This document is a production diary for a student's A2 media studies short film project. Over the course of 12 weeks, the student planned and produced various scenes for their short film about social media and its effects. They conducted research, developed ideas, secured a filming location at a hospital, planned shoots, filmed scenes, and began editing the completed footage. The student encountered some challenges along the way with planning, preparation, and adapting to weather or equipment issues during shoots. They reflected on lessons learned and improved their production process based on feedback and past mistakes.
The document discusses the key steps and roles in film pre-production. It explains that the director's vision shapes the overall look and feel of the film. Assembling the right cast and crew is essential to realizing the director's vision. Key crew roles described include the producer, production designer, cinematographer, and actors. Effective pre-production is needed to prepare for a successful filming and post-production process.
The document provides a shooting schedule, casting details, equipment and props lists for a 2 day film shoot including scenes, locations, and cast and crew members. It also includes costume details for the main characters being portrayed on each filming day representing different time periods.
The document summarizes three versions of a storyboard for a short film called "Redemption Dinner". The first version had several mistakes and missing shots. The second version improved the drawing quality and fixed some errors, but still lacked some details. The final version incorporated all requested changes such as dialogue, angles, shots and scene numbers.
This document summarizes the filmmaker's experience directing their first short film "Redemption Dinner". They discuss unexpected issues that arose during filming including a lack of food for the crew and a prop breaking. The filmmaker also faced technical challenges like insufficient lighting and an inability to get the right camera angle due to a tripod being too short. Through improvisation and problem-solving, the filmmaker was able to overcome these issues to successfully complete their film.
This document provides guidance for writing short film scripts. It discusses key elements like focusing the story on a single idea or character's problem, establishing a familiar setting, making the character's internal problem manifest visually, ensuring the stakes are high, and choosing the best point of view. It emphasizes showing rather than telling through actions, visuals, and sound over dialogue. The document also offers tips for developing the script through outlines, feedback, and following screenwriting conventions.
This document provides a 24-week production plan for a student's A2 media studies short film project. In the first weeks, the student conducted research on short film history, codes and conventions. They developed initial ideas and selected a final short film concept through audience feedback. Later weeks focused on script development, storyboarding, casting, location scouting, filming, editing, color correction and adding music/credits. Supporting materials like a film website and postcards were also created. The final weeks involved uploading all work to a blog, making final adjustments, and developing a critical evaluation presentation.
This document outlines the pre-production process for students creating short films. It includes developing a pitch, treatment, script, storyboard, animatic, and production schedule. Students will work in groups to complete these pre-production elements. The document provides guidance and online resources on each step. It emphasizes strong storytelling, visual style, effective communication, and technical filmmaking skills like lighting, camera angles, and continuity. The goal is for students to thoroughly plan their short films before production.
Post production involves editing films after filming, including picture editing, sound editing, music composition, visual effects, sound mixing, and color correction. This document discusses the post production process for a short film called "Redemption Dinner" including editing challenges like cutting between two shots at the same time, breaking up a long shot into segments, and coordinating the length of two shots. It also discusses using Final Cut Pro and Pro Tools for editing, color correction, adding ambient sound and an answering machine, and selecting music from an online library.
As media studies coursework preliminary taskFilipstojcic
Filip Stojcic will design a school magazine in three stages: pre-production, production, and post-production. In pre-production, he will conduct research on existing school magazine designs and conduct a market research survey. During production, he will hold a photo shoot and select images for the cover and content pages. In post-production, he will enhance the images digitally and design the cover and a content page based on his research. He will then evaluate the final outcomes.
The document outlines a student's proposal for a short horror film called "Mirrors". The film will target teenagers and adults aged 16-18 with a 15 rating. It will focus more on frightening female audiences. The story involves a girl who sees her evil twin in mirrors who is later revealed to have trapped the girl in the mirror. Production will include one week of research, experimentation, pre-production, two weeks of filming and editing, and a final week for evaluation.
This document outlines a proposal for a short horror film called "The Ones They Forgot". The target audience is identified as 16-20 year olds, especially females, as the main character is female. A 10-week schedule is presented, including tasks such as research, experiments, pre-production planning, production, editing, and evaluation. Production is planned to involve filming scenes in a forest with actors portraying teenage friends whose numbers dwindle as they go missing in the woods. Research sources on found footage horror films and ghost hunting documentaries are cited to inform the filming style and atmosphere. Peer feedback will be gathered and used to further develop and improve the project.
Lucas Higham discusses influences for his upcoming film project. He is inspired by the surrealism of Federico Fellini films like 81⁄2, the suspense of Alfred Hitchcock and Brian de Palma films, and techniques used by other directors. Higham also discusses strengths like organization skills and limitations like operating new equipment. He provides initial story ideas exploring themes of memory, dreams, and identity through an insomniac protagonist.
Adam Lepard wants to create a horror film scene or trailer exploring the theme of love going wrong. He plans to twist Romeo and Juliet into a modern cult gathering disguised as a party. For his research project, he will analyze films like Climax, Romeo and Juliet, Midsommar, Suspiria, and The Shining that influenced his ideas. He will research lighting, music, directing actors, and surveys to improve audience feedback on his concept. Adam will write a screenplay in pre-production and learn directing skills to get better performances from non-actor talent.
Adam Lepard proposes creating a horror film scene or trailer exploring the theme of love and relationships going wrong. He intends to twist Romeo and Juliet into a modern cult gathering disguised as a party. For his FMP, he will film one scene. He researches films like Climax, Romeo and Juliet, Midsommar, Suspiria and The Shining for inspiration on style, lighting, music and one-take shots. He will write a screenplay, direct actors, use colored lighting to set mood, create an unsettling original soundtrack and attempt a long take for the scene. Feedback from a survey may influence adjustments to better appeal to horror film audiences.
The document describes a student's 3-minute horror/mystery film opening. It includes details about the genre, story, and conventions used. The story is about a girl's diary whose tragic death bound her soul to the diary, forcing her to seek vengeance against her murderer. Typical horror conventions like isolating settings, dark lighting, costumes, and sounds are employed. The student aims to attract a teen and adult audience by crafting the film to their interests while staying true to common horror conventions.
The document outlines a proposal for a short horror film called "Mirrors". It will target teenagers and adults aged 16-18 with a 15 rating. Females will be the primary target as the film focuses on stereotypical female actions. Scenes will be filmed using phone cameras. Research from other films will inform techniques like jump scares and shot transitions. A production schedule outlines 7 weeks for planning, filming, editing, and evaluating the short film through peer and self-review.
Adam wants to create a horror film scene or trailer exploring the theme of love going horribly wrong. He plans to twist Romeo and Juliet into a modern cult gathering setting. Key influences include Climax for its oppressive party atmosphere, Romeo and Juliet for its tragic romance elements, Midsommar for its cult aspects, Suspiria for its vibrant lighting and set design, and The Shining for its unsettling atmosphere. For his research, Adam will analyze these films, experiment with lighting, learn music composition, research directing actors, conduct a survey on his concept, and identify his target audience. He has begun writing a screenplay to help direct his scene.
Adam Lepard wants to create a horror film scene or trailer exploring the theme of love turning to horror. He will focus on the formation of a relationship leading to disaster for the couple. His idea is to twist Romeo and Juliet into a modern cult gathering disguised as a party. In his research, he will look at films like Climax, Romeo and Juliet, Midsommar, Suspiria, and The Shining that have influenced his ideas and style. He will research lighting, music, screenwriting, and directing actors to improve his project.
The document discusses the evaluation of the author's media product, a short psychological thriller film. It describes how the author researched conventions of the genre and was influenced by the film "Portal: No Escape." Key conventions used in the author's film include close-ups of the main character's confused facial expressions, positioning the character off-center according to the rule of thirds, and using a silhouette to represent the antagonist. The author aimed to challenge conventions by mixing elements of amateur and professional filmmaking to create ambiguity. Feedback from audiences confirmed the film should be classified as a psychological thriller.
A2 EVALAUATION - In what ways does your media product use, develop or challen...khalfyard
The document discusses the filmmaker's short film "Lost in the Eve" and how it utilizes conventions of the short film genre. Some conventions it follows include: limiting the film to 3 characters to save time on introductions; keeping the runtime under 30 minutes as most short films are; following Tzvetan Todorov's narrative structure of equilibrium disruption, recognition, attempt to repair, and new equilibrium; using stereotypes to quickly establish characters; and having a limited budget as most short films do. It also discusses some ways the film challenges conventions, such as through its pacing and shot types.
This document provides a pitch for a short horror/documentary film called "Lurky". The film follows three teenagers exploring an abandoned medical facility. It is targeted towards a young teenage audience and aims to be appropriate for television. The purpose is solely for entertainment within the horror genre. Character breakdowns and potential visual representations are provided for the three main characters: Jenson, Alex, and Kieran. Brief descriptions of planned set design and lighting are also included. Budget information shows estimated costs for equipment and hiring crew for specific roles.
This proposal outlines a short film project about a character who returns home to find an unexpected surprise party. The document discusses the target 16-19 year old male audience and explains they will appreciate the planned violence. It provides a rationale for the filmmaker's skills and experience. The concept involves the character investigating strange noises with a bat before the lights turn on, revealing the surprise. Production will involve researching techniques and evaluating progress weekly and with a final report.
The document summarizes the process of filming a media production project at various locations. The filmmaker chose to film scenes at a family container yard after deciding the original woodland location would not work. Two female characters with different accents were chosen to represent strong female roles and different cultures. Various shots including high angle shots from a forklift were used, and the filmmaker aims to achieve a cliffhanger but finds the lighting too dark. Lessons were learned about using iMovie software and patience with technology.
In what ways does your media product use, develop or challenge forms and conv...khalfyard
The document discusses the creation of a short film and how it adheres to conventions of the genre. It was created by the author and a production group for an A-Level media studies project. In writing the script and storyboarding, the author researched conventions of short films and tried to follow typical structures. The short film has a limited number of characters, a run-time under 30 minutes, and follows Tzvetan Todorov's narrative structure model. It also uses techniques like stereotyping characters and had a limited budget, reflecting common constraints of student short films.
The document discusses techniques used in several short films that could be useful for the author's final film project. It analyzes the use of shaky cam, varied shot types, and mise-en-scene in "Emergence" and "Conflict." It also discusses how Rear Window effectively uses mise-en-scene through environmental details to introduce characters. Color grading and blurred edges in "PAPA" could help convey a character coming off drugs. Audio mixing in Premiere Pro would allow for subtle music fades, like towards the end of the author's planned film.
This document summarizes Harry Allinson's FMP evaluation. It discusses the research Harry conducted, including demographic surveys of fantasy audiences and specific research on fantasy film watchers. It also discusses changes Harry made to his original concept due to COVID-19 restrictions, including changing his project from a short film to a trailer. Harry reflects on his planning, time management, technical skills, and compares elements of his trailer to the Harry Potter movie trailer.
This document is a pitch for a short horror/documentary film titled "Lurky". The film follows a group of teenagers exploring an abandoned medical facility. As they explore the different floors and areas, strange and unexplained events occur. The film aims to entertain audiences of the horror genre while meeting standards for a short film. It targets a teenage demographic and aims to be appropriate for daytime television. The film serves to add to the director's portfolio and gain experience in film production. It provides character names and descriptions, as well as budgets for equipment and crew needed to produce the 2-minute film.
Peter Cotter analyzed the conventions and techniques used in his short film "Trauma" and compared it to the film "Looper". Some key points:
- Both films begin with just a score and prominent opening shot to draw the audience in and create tension.
- They subvert audience expectations through cliffhangers and plot twists.
- While the target audiences differ, both aim to provide intellectual stimulation for more sophisticated viewers through their postmodern styles.
- Exaggerated sound design is used in both to convey meaning beyond just the visuals.
The document outlines the student's initial thoughts and ideas for their creative project, which must be completed within 90 seconds. They provide 3 potential concepts, including one inspired by Black Mirror about the dangers of technology, another exploring consciousness and memories, and a third showing a full life cycle in 90 seconds. The student expresses excitement for the challenge and notes they will need to conduct research into film techniques, locations, and resources before beginning production.
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The document provides an evaluation of a media product created by Georgina Malpass. It compares aspects of the product to real media conventions. The masthead, images, barcode, and variety of stories on the front cover follow conventions, while a patterned strip challenges conventions. A three-color scheme on the front and content pages also matches conventions. Images are centered to create columns, and current date and two text columns are included per conventions. Page numbers are boxed out to challenge conventions. Layout and topic choice also follow or challenge conventions.
The document provides details for constructing a fashion magazine photo shoot, including equipment, props, models, and locations needed. The crew consists of Georgina Malpass as the creative director and photographer, along with Alex Tselekidis and Alexandra Cirovic as photographer and makeup artist, respectively. Four locations around Belgrade, Serbia are listed for the shoot.
The document provides details on Georgina Malpass' planning for a fashion magazine called "Urban". It includes research on existing magazine layouts, covers, and content pages. Malpass analyzed fonts, photo styles, and celebrity images used in popular magazines. She considered potential magazine names and tallied reader preferences. Based on the research, Malpass chose "Urban" as her magazine name and the Gungsuh font for the masthead. She will apply conventions like placing the masthead and double page spread prominently on the cover.
Through researching existing media institutions, the summary reveals that Advance Publications and Hearst Corporation publish a variety of media products targeted at different audiences. Both companies produce popular fashion magazines including Teen Vogue and Seventeen. While Advance Publications has experience with magazines like Vogue and GQ, Hearst Corporation has longer experience producing teen magazines dating back to 1944. In conclusion, Hearst Corporation would be the most appropriate publisher for the OP's planned fashion magazine due to their experience targeting the intended older teen audience.
The document describes research conducted for a fashion magazine targeted at 16-18 year old females. A questionnaire was administered to gather data on demographics, interests, purchase habits and preferences. Results showed the target audience is interested in fashion articles, beauty, and celebrities. They prefer colorful layouts and would pay £3-4 for a magazine. The document concludes by profiling a typical 16 year old female member of the target audience.
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Teen Vogue uses sophisticated design conventions for its front covers and content pages to appeal to its target audience of teenage girls. It analyzes the front cover of the April 2011 issue, noting the main image of actress Emma Watson, colorful masthead combining serif and sans serif fonts, and cover lines in primary colors framing the main image. For the content page, it highlights the small masthead and date to allow more space for the large celebrity image, and uses hints of pink and orange with mostly black text for a youthful yet classical look. In comparison, Top Pop's content page uses a multi-column layout and brighter colors to give the impression of lots of engaging articles.
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Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
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Chapter 6
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A2 Media Studies Preproduction Development
1. SHORT FILM SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT
& PREPRODUCTION
Development of film idea, script and storyboard
2. FILM SYNOPSIS DEVELOPMENT
Synopsis- A teenage female travels to the state in-between life and death-
Bardo. It is here that she encounters three projections- the past, the present
and the future. She sees snippets of her past life, her current situation and
what is to come. Desperate to escape a dark fate she searches the room until
she comes across a sand timer. With her heart fading fast as the last grains
trickle away she turns the sand timer on its head, the next thing she knows
she is revived in the hospital and desperate to seize the day.
3. SCRIPT
Using my initial developed synopsis I have created a script in order to convert
my idea into ‘film language’ as to visualise how my movie is going to play out.
By doing this I will gain a rough idea about the complexity of my film, locations
needed and the feasibility of creating my idea. I understand that the purpose of
a script is to narrate the scenes and break down the acts so that the crew,
actors and directors are aware of stage directions, settings, dialog and the
emotion of the characters. A good script can make or break a film, this is why I
spent a lot of time developing and redeveloping the script and making
numerous drafts. Scripts are fundamental to the success of a film so I will
attempt to write a script that reflects the high standard film I intend to make.
5. EVALUATION OF SCRIPT 1
My first attempt at script writing was not good. I included technical language to describe
how the scene will be shot and made references to the sounds in the scenes in brackets
which, I have now learnt, are aspects that shouldn’t be specified in a script. In addition I
referred to the transitions between each scene which is again unnecessary technical
information. I have also included ‘INT’ (to imply the scene will be shot internally) in only
some scenes and that is an inconsistency that I will change. The characters names are
unclearly stated therefore difficult for actors to read, I will develop on this. The scene
numbers are also not in order, making it hard to follow. Even though this was a very rough
draft it doesn’t follow the conventions of script writing and does not reflect the film I intend
to make.
Over all it is a poor initial attempt at script writing and my main aim is to improve on my
mistakes by going over the conventions of screenplay writing again to reaffirm that I
understand the structure and content of a good script.
7. For my second draft I have improved on the
script structure and presentation. The scene
numbers are in order and I have specified which
scenes are ‘INT’. The locations are in capital
letters which makes it clear for the reader to see
where each scene is set. I have also centralised
and put the characters names in italics to
indicate their speech.
However I have made it too complicated by
writing 22 scenes. I have to remember my film
is only five minutes long. I have included a
number of location changes which will be
difficult to accomplish. I think the concept is too
complex to achieve in five minutes, so I will
redevelop my idea to come up with a story that
complies with the five minute time period.
EVALUATION OF SCRIPT 2
8. STORYBOARD
I transferred my idea into a story board so I could depict and break down each
scene into shots in order to achieve a visual impact. By drawing out how I’d like to
shoot my film, as a director I will be able to save time whilst filming as the majority
of the decisions about composition, camera angle, camera movement and actors
have been illustrated.
In addition, film is a visual media which ironically begins with written words. Words
are naturally limited in what they express and leave room for interpretation, where
as storyboards have no such limitations as they are direct and act like a visual
manual on how to shoot a movie. This is easier to follow than a script and makes a
film explore more visually innovative ideas.
9.
10. I scanned my story board and saved them as
JPEGs as to electronically incorporate them
into this PowerPoint. Unfortunately they have
turned out unclear and it is difficult to read
them, however in person they are much more
legible. I found it difficult to draw so many
illustrations for such a detailed and extended
script. I showed the script to a selection of
people and the response was unanimous, the
concept is too intricate. Half way through I
realized that drawing out every shot was both
time consuming and pointless. So I went
immediately back to the drawing board to
work on developing a more achievable story
concept.
EVALUATION OF STORYBOARD 1
11. REVIEW
After consulting and presenting the story to an audience the response was
mixed. Some thought the idea would be better for a feature length film and
others where confused by the story. After reviewing the script and storyboard
I can clearly see that my idea is too complicated to be conveyed in the
definite time period of 5 minutes. It has a lot of scenes, location changes and
actors that will be difficult to coordinate. My inspiration of ‘A Christmas Carol’
is recognizable and makes my film seem unoriginal. I will reassess my idea
and develop it further to make it more simple and achievable.
12. REDEVELOPMENT OF FILM IDEA
• Production name- PassTime production
• Working title- Carpe diem
• Duration- 5 minutes
• Format- video
Synopsis- This short film follows the story of a teenage girl who travels to Bardo- the
intermediate state between life and death. It is here that she watches the real world
continue while she is trapped in a transitional state. Her desire go into the light is rivaled
by her families efforts to keep her alive. A heart warming drama that will make you
seize the day.
First thing I need to figure out is what ‘medium’ could connecting the girl to the outside
world.
14. BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD
Story ideas – The
conventional concept of having
three small conflicts that build
up to the final a climax, needs
to be explored. I could possibly
uses cyber bullying as one of
the conflicts that make the girl
want to give up on life. Her
desire to give up could be
conveyed through her wanting
to go through ‘the glowing doors
of heaven’ yet interventions
from the real world pulls her
back from the brink of death.
Cinematography ideas – How could I make my film look like its in a hospital
without having to film in one? (incase I cant secure the location)
My first shot could be of a hospital bed wheel rolling down a corridor, followed by a
track of a ceiling fading in and out to communicate a lose of consciousness.
The medium– The iPad ad or iPhone could be the
medium that connects the main character to the outside
world. Through the teenage girl going on social media
sights and surfing the web she will be able to see what is
happening in the real world whilst she is unconscious.
This can be visually represented by her activity on the
iPad or iPhone . This medium is current and can access
social media sights (which are a believable method of
viewing what is currently happening) making my film
relatable (as the target audience uses iPads or iPhones
and social media sights) and conceivable.
Actors-
• Teenage girl
• Father
• Mother
• Sister
• 2 nurses
Locations-
• Hospital
• Bardo-white room
Props-
• Trolly
• Glass desk
• Glass chair
• iPad/ iPhone
• Mirror
• Telephone
The social media aspect- my initial idea of incorporating social media into my
short film, was not necessarily a bad one. Instead of having my character
consumed by social media I could uses it as a way for my character to view
what is currently happening. This leads me to consider choosing an iPad ad or
iPhone as the medium that connects the protagonist to the outside world.
15. INSPIRATION
I am inspired by two well known TV series; The Ghost Whisper and The Medium, as the subject matter and
concepts of entrapment and visions are similar to mine. Both of them deal with ideas that I explore in my film
and they target similar audience. The Ghost Whisper is predominately aimed at teenage audiences where as
The Medium is aimed at slightly older audiences. The technical elements and story structure from these two TV
shows will help me to create a plausible and interesting moving picture that will be depicted using similar
cinematic features.
The ghost whisper is a TV show about Melinda Gordon, a young woman who has the ability to see and
communicate with the dead. Each episode deals with one or more ghosts seeking Melinda's help in relaying a
message or completing a task that will put the spirit to rest, and allow them to "cross over" into The Light, a
metaphor presented by the show as its conception of Heaven. Crossing over is when a spirit leaves earth and
goes to heaven.
The Medium is a TV series that follows the same thread, suburban mum Allison Dubois attempts to balance
family life with solving mysteries using her special gift. The dead send her visions of their deaths or other crimes
while she sleeps.
I have found the filming techniques for The Ghost Whisper influential and I would like to recreate the same
faded style in my short film. The concept of The Medium having visions when she is unconscious is an element
that I will include in my film.
16. SCREENWRITING
Outer Motivation
The beginning of the film starts in a hospital where a teenage females’ life hangs in the balance. She is falling in and out of
conciseness then the heart monitor goes flat line, it is at this point that she travel to the immediate state of Bardo. In a
white room she encounters- a glass table and chair, a mirror, a telephone and an iPad. On the iPad she tries to
communicate but none of her messages are delivered, she is in a location that can not communicate with the living world.
There is a glowing door to symbolise heaven, she walks towards it in desperation. Meanwhile in the hospital her sister is
sat beside her listening to a song, the girl faintly hears the tune playing and is distracted. Going away from the door the girl
notices there is a news update and she reads the article - “Teens suicidal attempt fail” it is about herself. Devastated she
heads to the glowing door, yet her fathers holds her hand this stops her in her tracks. Returning to the iPad she sees her
friends supporting her and wishing her to come back home on Facebook, yet there are negative comments from cyber
bullies that encourage her to give up. For the final time she angrily walks to the glowing door, yet as she turns the handle
the phone rings. In the hospital her mother is talking to her and through the phone the girl can hear her. The mother kisses
her good bye and the girl looks in the mirror to see a kiss mark imprinted on her cheek. Through turning the iPad off this
triggers her life to flashes before her eyes, then the fait sound of the heart monitor restarting grows in volume as her eyes
flick open.
Inner Motivation
The protagonist of the film is conflicted with the desire to give up and the reasons to stay alive. The internal struggle of
being cyber bullied, leads the main character having to make the biggest decision of her life. Her going back and forth to
the glowing door indicates her desire to die yet through the interventions from the outside world her family and friends pull
her back by reminding her that she has so much to live for and that she is loved. This is a relatable storyline that I believe
will communicate to todays audiences about the priorities of life.
17. SCREENWRITING
Conflict
The conflict for my character is the challenge of facing her mortality. Each visit to the iPhone presents a
conflict, each becoming more insurmountable and provocative than the last. Yet it is matched by the
efforts of her friends and family that keep her from going to ‘the other side’. Theses conflicts creates
tension for the audience and intrigues their curiosity about the outcome. Resulting in the character to
develop a plan of action to save herself. The characters personal struggle gives her depth and realism
making the storyline relatable which will keep the audience involved and capture their emotion.
Theme
The theme for this film is ‘Carpe Diem’. The idea that life should be seized daily is a present factor in
my short film. This theme does not only embody my personal opinions on ‘how life should be lived’ but it
also explores the meaning of life itself. The theme is developed through the inner storyline, which deals
with my characters personal growth and realisation. The character takes action after she experiences
the increasing conflicts and listens to her families efforts to get her back. At the same time this allows
my theme of Carpe Diem to expand as the values of my character are revealed and tested. My theme
is not too obvious making my film ‘thought provoking’. As my film will have very limited dialog I will use
carefully chosen symbols, metaphors and motifs to effectively convey the theme.
18. CHARACTER PROFILE
Female- A classic girl next door.
She will need to look ordinary so
that the audience can relate to
her.
Emotionally unstable- wants to
give up whenever she is faced
with negativity.
Aged 14-16 a typical 21st century
teen.
Expressive- due to a small amount of
dialog the actress playing this
character will have to be expressive.
Cyber bully victim.
Owns an iPad or iPhone.
She is a good person at heart-
which is why she gets a second
chance to make her decision (to
live or to die).
Protagonist of the film.
A strong female lead.
Intelligent- she has to figure out
how get herself out of Bardo
alive.
Heroine- saves herself.
20. EVALUATION OF SCRIPT 3
After redeveloping my movie idea I have produced a script that is far more
achievable and clear. I have clearly defined the scenes by numbers and
centralised the characters names, speech and location descriptions as to
structure my script with existing conventions. I have also incorporated the time
of day (referring to the lighting that the scenes will be filmed in). Over all this
script is a great improvement to my first attempt and is starting to reflect the
professionalism I intend to portray in my own film. However there are some
copyrights issues with the music and cartoon I intend to use, this is an aspect I
am prepared to be flexible with and may change. I think I need to start using
original ideas and cease to include aspects of existing work such as the song
from ‘Dead poets society’.
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23. STORYBOARD EVALUATION
The storyboard for my redeveloped film idea flows a lot better and is
achievable in the given time period. I have been more diverse in my
choice of camera angles and shot types. The storyboard follows a film
narrative structure where by there are three conflicts and a conclusive
resolution. This is reflected in each family member as well as the
character going back to the iPad (which may change to an iPhone). I
intended to portray the internal struggle of my character by using two
locations- the hospital- the real world and Bardo- the spiritual world. I
feel I have achieved this and am excited to explore more technical
positioning and movements to convey a proficient and cinematically
diverse short film. But there is still room for improvement and I am
tweaking a few aspects in order to make my final idea perfect.
24. FINAL SCRIPT & STORYBOARD
Finalised version of the script and storyboard so far
25. SCREENWRITING
Outer Motivation
The beginning of the film starts in a hospital where a teenage females’ life hangs in the balance. She is falling in and out
of conciseness then the heart monitor goes flat line, it is at this point that she travel to the immediate state of Bardo. In a
white room she encounters- a glass table and chair, a mirror, a telephone and an iPhone. On the iPhone she tries to
communicate but none of her messages are delivered, she is in a location that can not communicate with the living
world, she can only sit back and watch what is happening. There is a glowing door to symbolise heaven, she walks
towards it in desperation. Meanwhile in the hospital her father is sat at her bedside when his phone rings, the girl faintly
hears the ringtone and is distracted. Going away from the door the girl notices there is a news update and she reads the
article - “Teen suicide attempt brings to light the dark side of social media” it is about herself. Devastated she heads to
the glowing door, yet her mother kisses her on her cheek this stops her in her tracks as in the mirror she sees her
reflection and the kiss mark on her cheek. Returning to the iPhone she receives an abuse text from her cyber bully. For
the final time she walks to the glowing door, she turns the handle and begins to walk up the lighted stairs. In the hospital
the girls sister is racing against time to get to her, before its too late. As she walks up the stairs the girl hears her sisters
voice begging her to live. As she returns down the stairs she turns the iPhone off this triggers her life to flashes before
her eyes, then the fait sound of the heart monitor restarting grows in volume as her eyes flick open.
Inner Motivation
The protagonist of the film is conflicted with the desire to give up and the reasons to stay alive. The internal struggle of
being cyber bullied, leads the main character having to make an important life choice. Her going back and forth to the
glowing door indicates her desire to die yet through the interventions from the outside world, her family pull her back. The
cyber bullying aspect to the film is a relatable storyline that I believe will communicate to todays audiences about the
priorities of life.
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27. EVALUATION OF FINAL SCRIPT
After many attempts I have correctly developed a script following
screenplay conventions. Using my final film synopsis as the main
structure, I have created a script with a clear scene break down as well as
clear directions, locations and character dialog. I have worked on my last
script by specifying where in the hospital each scene occurs. I have now
seen the location that I will use therefore I have tailored my script to the
facilities that ‘Belmedic’ offer.
I have changed the order that the family visits the girl (from; sister, father,
mother. To; father, mother, sister) based on my questionnaire results
indicating audiences are more emotionally inclined to younger children.
And would be more touched by a sibling bond then mother and daughter
bond. I have taken out aspects that might breach copyright regulations
such as the ‘Phines and Ferb’ carton and the ‘dead poets society’ music. I
have tried to build tension towards the end by making quick scenes that
flicker between real life and Bardo.
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30. EVALUATION
Overall I feel I have developed my ideas to a satisfactory standard and have
created a excellent starting point for my preproduction task. My storyline has
mass appeal whilst also being educational through raising important issues that
are relevant to society and audiences alike.
It was through the process of creating a script and storyboard that my idea has
developed to a higher quality. As I have combined the technical, visual and
symbolic elements in film production to create a script and storyboard that
comply with film making codes and conventions. This has resulted in a better
structured and cinematically diverse film idea which would be recognised and
accepted by the film industry.
From this point on my attention will be on preparing and coordinating the filming
for my A2 Media Studies task, as to successfully achieve an organised and
professional production standard, whilst working to deadlines.