Assignment 13
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Sam Qureshi proposes techniques for applying realistic makeup, foley sounds, and camera tricks to aid in the planning of a horror open text sequence (OTS). Specifically, the document shares YouTube links demonstrating zombie makeup, horror sound effects created from vegetables, and an over-the-shoulder camera technique to depict violence without actual harm. The goal is to use these cinematic techniques to enhance the realism of characters and intensify the horror experience for audiences through an improved mise-en-scene and believable sound design.
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The movie Seven was directed by David Fincher and released in 1995. It is a thriller about crime solving and murder, as evidenced by the disturbing flashing images of knives, dead bodies, and mind maps shown in the opening sequence. The opening establishes the dark and intense tone of the film through its disturbing imagery and ominous soundtrack, signaling to the audience that this is a mature thriller not intended for younger viewers.
Seven opening
The close up shots of the timer and fingers on a blade suggest this film opening will involve suspense and possibly crime. The black and white photography further hints that the story may be a police or detective plot. The ticking timer sound aligns with the visuals and seems to take on significance in the story, creating mystery for the audience. When the camera shows a man in bed, the ticking is replaced by voices in his head, building intrigue around what will happen next. The credits sequence spans just over 2 minutes and lists the production company, director, main actors, and other crew.
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Micro Elements summarizes some key cinematography techniques used in filmmaking. It discusses extreme close-ups, close-ups, and medium shots which can convey a character's emotions or provide context about a scene. Long shots and extreme long shots provide more information about the location and events. The document also explains camera movements like tracks, pans, tilts, and zooms. It defines cuts and pacing in editing, as well as diegetic and non-diegetic sound, performance, and mise-en-scene elements like costumes, lighting, and props. Examples are provided to illustrate each technique.
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The trailer for Mission Impossible 3 uses lighting, camera work, editing, and sound to persuade viewers to see the film. It establishes the spy genre through an aerial establishing shot of a city and an extreme close-up of the main character being scanned by a laser. High angle shots and suspenseful music and sounds build tension. The editing uses cross-cutting and long fades between scenes to heighten suspense. Changing colors from low-key to high-key also build suspense about what might happen. The trailer shows the characters' lives are at risk to engage viewers in the action and danger of the spy thriller.
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The trailer leaves audiences with questions about how antagonists gain access to a wealthy family's highly secure home, who gets killed, and who survives. It establishes a sense of realism by using documentary-style music and footage to set the scene. Later, the trailer shows the family being happy through high-key lighting and close-ups, but then a change to low-key lighting and security camera footage signals the disruption of violence entering their lives. Audiences want to find out what happens to the characters.
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The opening sequence of The Purge introduces the dark tone of the film through three CCTV-style footage clips showing increasingly violent crimes. The first clip shows a gunshot with no context. The second shows a gang shooting at each other with a "PURGE FEED" watermark and future date, unsettling viewers. The third depicts a wounded woman, heightening tension but still providing no clear context about the film's title or plot. Overall, the sequence uses disturbing realistically-styled footage to set an ominous tone and intrigue viewers without fully revealing the film's premise.
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1) The document analyzes how the media product uses and develops conventions from real media through comparisons to other works. It draws comparisons between the thriller and films like Gamer (2009), Saving Private Ryan (1998), and elements from the video game Call of Duty and TV show Black Mirror.
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Conventions
The document discusses the conventions that will be followed in a zombie horror film project. It will follow the classic narrative structure of a group of survivors trying to reach safety, as seen in films like Dawn of the Dead. Mise-en-scene elements like low-key lighting, modern costumes, and dirty/bloody makeup for survivors and zombies will be used. Camerawork will employ common horror techniques like close-ups, establishing shots, and handheld shots. Sound will include tense non-diegetic music and rushed dialogue from survivors with zombie moans. Editing will use continuity to maintain audience interest within the constraints of a trailer format.
Trailer conventions - Conventions Of Existing Media Texts
The document discusses conventions of horror film trailers in terms of narrative, camera use, editing, and sound. It explains that trailers typically begin with an "equilibrium" to introduce characters, then depict a confrontation or problem through intensifying editing and camera techniques to build tension. While not revealing endings, trailers aim to leave viewers wanting more through an abrupt conclusion. Common camera angles and shots are used to reflect mood, and editing increases pace to showcase key moments in a short time. Sound is manipulated to emphasize scares, build suspense through silence, or signify important events.
Media evaluation
1. The document analyzes and summarizes a student media project creating a horror film opening sequence. It incorporated conventions of mystery and slow story building common to horror films.
2. The sequence was mostly focused on male characters and had stereotypical portrayals of gender. It was aimed at teenagers based on the appeal of the zombie horror subgenre.
3. Students believe the sequence would be suitable for Channel 4 after 9PM due to similarities to other zombie films and appeal to a broad audience. They gained experience with camera and editing software.
Eval question 1 powerpoint
This document compares the filmmaker's thriller "Beaten" to other media works that use zombie conventions such as 28 Days Later, The Descent, Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video, and the video game Left 4 Dead. It analyzes similarities and differences between the works in terms of plotlines, characters, editing techniques, camerawork, titles, and action sequences. Overall, the document shows how "Beaten" both develops typical zombie genres conventions while also challenging some conventions through its unique story elements and filmmaking choices.
Final major project_proposal_form_updated
Chloe Whittle proposes a short zombie film as her final media project. The film will follow survivors living in a house and dealing with zombies outside. However, it will be revealed that the main character has been keeping her infected husband locked in the cellar and feeding him parts of other survivors. The target audience will be older teenagers and young adults who enjoy zombie films like Dawn of the Dead and Shaun of the Dead. To appeal to this audience, the film will include suspense, blood, gore, and a character death. It will be filmed using various camera angles and lighting from the sun, with sound design and editing done in Adobe programs.
My A2 Media Evaluation (All In One)
The document summarizes the media student's horror trailer project. Some key points:
1) The student created a horror trailer with elements of gore and comedy, drawing inspiration from films like Dawn of the Dead and Shaun of the Dead.
2) Conventionally, the trailer uses techniques like jump scares and montages to build suspense. It leaves some plot details ambiguous to generate interest.
3) Influences include the auteur styles of Alfred Hitchcock and George Romero. The student aimed to create a unique hybrid style drawing from multiple influences.
4) The student's contributions included camerawork, concept input, and design work, while other skills like editing are still being
Micro elements in film opening
The document discusses how different camera shots are used in opening sequences to create meaning and tension. An extreme close-up of a zombie's eyes shows blood and desperation. A close-up from a POV perspective shows the scariness and expression of a zombie about to eat someone. A medium shot clearly shows a man running from a zombie, showing his movement and pace. The long shots show the location and zombies attacking, with an extreme long shot establishing the living area setting.
Burnin Fever Treatment
The video depicts a sentient computer virus, represented by a robotic character, invading the world and infecting people through stop motion and glitch effects. Office workers become zombie-like infected who attack others. The robot causes increasing chaos by overloading systems with flashing imagery. In the climax, the virus' upload is complete and it has taken over media. In the aftermath, infected people spread the virus and create mess. In the ending, the hacker watches the chaos from isolation while the robot takes over as a news anchor, leaving the fate of the world ambiguous.
Evaluation question five
The document describes research conducted to understand the target audience for a zombie film project. Surveys asked about demographics and preferences regarding zombie film elements. Respondents preferred strong female leads, a variety of character ages/types, and realistic rather than comedic zombie behaviors. The filmmakers incorporated these elements into their story and characters. They cast actors matching the target middle-class audience to increase relatability. The opening uses titles, settings, genres, and film techniques to attract attention and intrigue viewers about the plot and characters.
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Evaluation question 6
The document discusses various technologies used during the process of constructing an opening title sequence (OTS). These include research websites like Artofthetitle.com to understand title design conventions. Planning tools like Slideshare and PowerPoint were used to organize storyboards and scripts. iMovie was used to edit an initial draft for its ease of use, while Final Cut Pro allowed for a more polished final draft with additional editing features. Presentation software like Prezi was utilized to evaluate the project.
Assignment 44
This document outlines an assignment related to post production and editing. It likely provides details on deadlines, tasks, or deliverables involved in the post production and editing process for some project. The document focuses on scheduling and organizing the post production and editing work.
Assignment 41
This document discusses planning and producing sound design for a film assignment. It provides examples of how to create foley sounds like sizzling and squeaky doors. It also outlines using iMovie and GarageBand to incorporate music, ambient sounds, footsteps and other sound effects into film scenes to establish setting and match or intensify the drama of what is happening on screen. Adjusting volume levels and properties of sounds is also covered.
Assignment 33 - social groups
This document discusses how certain behaviors and characteristics are used to stereotypically represent a young adult in a story. It describes how wearing night clothes like a dressing gown, owning a house, reading the newspaper, and getting up early help portray the protagonist as a normal young adult, though these stereotypes may also hint that he is hiding something or acting strangely.
Assignment 40
The document discusses the font, colors, and formatting that will be used for the titles and credits of a film project. It states that the title will be centered on the black screen in red Baskerville font with a "focus" animation to fade in quickly, signifying vampirism. The credits will be in bold red Baskerville font on the bottom left of the screen without animation. Screenshots provide examples of the planned title display and animation.
Assign 30
This document discusses how the one-time shoot (OTS) will appeal to its target audience. The target audience is identified as male viewers ages 16-24 who enjoy horror and vampire films. To appeal to this audience, the OTS will use certain genre, plot, character, camera, editing, sound, and mise-en-scene elements. Specifically, it will feature a vampire character, depictions of blood and violence, and an atmospheric horror style of lighting, music, and props. These elements are intended to attract the target horror fan demographic.
Assignment 39
The distribution company chosen was Warner Bros Entertainment for several reasons:
1) Warner Bros has successfully distributed similar films in this genre, such as the Twilight saga and Interview with the Vampire, showing they can market and exhibit films of this type.
2) As one of the six major conglomerates, Warner Bros can invest significant money into marketing and publicity for the film, increasing the chances of profit.
3) Warner Bros releases and exhibits films in UK cinemas, including local cinemas, allowing local audiences to see the film and relate to the British story.
Assign 26B
The document discusses an assignment for Sam, Idrees, Jake and Charlie. It involves conducting a risk assessment for Assignment 26 B. The key task is to identify potential risks and how to mitigate them to complete the assignment successfully.
Assignment 26A
This document contains notes from Sam Qureshi and Jake Ewen on film billing for the movies Juno and Red Lights, including notes separately from Sam and Jake on the billing for each film.
Assign 26 aa
This document contains notes from Sam Qureshi and Jake Ewen on film billing for the movies Juno and Red Lights, including notes separately from Sam and Jake on the billing for each film.
Assign 26 a
This document contains notes from Sam Qureshi and Jake Ewen on film billing for the movies Juno and Red Lights, with each providing their own set of notes on the billing for each film.
Assign 26 a
This document contains notes from Sam Qureshi and Jake Ewen on film billing for the movies Juno and Red Lights, with each providing their own set of notes on the billing for each film.
Assign 26 a
This document contains notes from Sam Qureshi and Jake Ewen on filming assignments for the films Juno and Red Lights. It also includes a risk assessment that identifies potential hazards for a film shoot and evaluates the level of risk. The hazards addressed include equipment damage, transportation issues, limited access to filming locations, poor lighting, adverse weather, slippery surfaces, unsafe stunts, physical exertion, animal interference, loud noises, heavy lifting, forgetting props/costumes/makeup, and confined filming spaces. Prevention strategies are provided for each hazard.
Assignment 25
The document discusses best practices for presenting film credits in an opening title sequence (OTS). It recommends placing the distribution company name first and largest because they own the film. The production company name is placed second as they produced the film. The director's name comes next as they played an important role. The film title is placed near the main character to indicate what the film is about. Actor names are listed last in a grid format according to their importance. The document provides inspiration for creating an effective OTS that follows standard crediting conventions.
Assignment 19
The document provides descriptions of different camera shots that could be used in a horror film to build tension and scare the audience. These include a high angle shot showing a victim's vulnerability, a point-of-view shot from the victim as they are chased by a killer zombie, and an over-the-shoulder shot depicting the killer lurking closely behind the victim. Suggested shots also involve a two shot of a victim being eaten, a low angle shot emphasizing the power of the killer zombie, and various close-ups showing fear, anger, and teeth used as a weapon.
Assignment 23
The document describes recipes for five different fake blood options - washing up liquid blood, chocolate blood, ketchup blood, icing blood, and peanut butter blood. It lists the ingredients for each and provides reflections on the properties, ease of making, taste, and realism of each blood type. Overall, the document evaluates different recipes for non-edible fake blood that could be used for movies or costumes.
Assignment 23
The document describes different recipes for fake movie blood that were tested, including washing up liquid blood, chocolate blood, ketchup blood, icing blood, and peanut butter blood. It provides the ingredients and reflections for each type of blood, noting characteristics like consistency, ease of production, realism, and suitability for different injury situations. Overall, the fake blood options were evaluated based on their visual realism and practical application in mock injury scenarios for filmmaking purposes.
Assignment 17
The document outlines a non-linear, montage-style opening title sequence that jumps across time. It presents 10 bullet points describing key events: people go missing in Windsor; the homeless attack others who develop dark green spots and aggression; riots break out as the infection spreads worldwide. The sequence culminates with an infected couple charging at a reporter before the screen cuts to black with an explosion, setting the scene for a zombie apocalypse story that shows how the outbreak began and changed the world.
Assignment 14
This document outlines Sam Qureshi's original treatment (OTS) for a zombie horror film. It begins by establishing the conventions of the zombie subgenre. The treatment then presents the plot, which uses a nonlinear structure to show the progression from isolated zombie attacks to a full-blown apocalypse. Character types, settings, and technical elements that will reinforce genre conventions are also described. The target audience is identified as 15-25 year old working class men who enjoy horror films.
Assignment 15
Production companies are responsible for creating films and ensuring they appeal to target audiences. They handle budgeting, scheduling, scripting and production. Film distribution companies market and distribute films after production to wider audiences. Their role is to maximize profits by appealing to target audiences through marketing and distribution. Major distributors like Universal, 20th Century Fox, and Warner Bros have distributed profitable horror, vampire and zombie films through appealing to genre fans.
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Assignment 13
- 1. Sam Qureshi
- 2. Purpose To gain a better understanding of how to apply effective make up and foley to our OTS. We will use technique research to aid us. By doing this, the mise- en-scene and sound effects of the characters will become more realistic and believable towards the audience. This goes towards our planning for our horror OTS.
- 3. Here are some examples that I chose…
- 4. Zombie make up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtNYaXAGuyY (zombie make up effects) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMZ994SQeLE (zombie bite mark) We could apply this to our zombie OTS which would make the zombies’ mise-en-scene look more realistic in terms of make up. This can make the zombie look more grotesque. For example, making the zombies’ skin peel, or give them huge infected pusses. We can show zombie bite marks on the humans as well, to show their infection. This shows show the violent extent of zombies, and can make our horror OTS look more scary for the audience.
- 5. Horror foley sounds https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LXBFmNRDwU (montage of different foley horror sounds with vegetable and fruit violence) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqkT9Q6iKZI (creating and editing foley sound at home) We could make the sound of a zombie breaking bones (or a vampire) by snapping celery in half. Or by beating a tomato to make in sound like someone is being beaten to death e.g. zombies beating (attacking the human characters). To use these sound techniques, upload them onto garage band to make them sound even more effective, or edit these sounds to make a situation sound more dramatic.
- 6. Technique – camera tricks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbeVSx1Gf4k To make fake violence look realistic, which will ultimately make the audience believe that characters are really getting attacked, which they are in the story but not in real life (our intention is not to physically hurt someone). This intensifies the OTS. For example, using the technique from this video, we could use the over-the-shoulder camera technique. This is where you use an over-the-shoulder camera shot, and is where it looks like one character is hitting another, even though no hitting is going on. For our OTS we could use this technique except a zombie is slashing a human around the face with its sharp fingernails, and the human falls down, and we see a close up of the human with blood. The shot will have to be quick though.