The document discusses audience feedback received for an opening film sequence. A sample of primary and secondary audiences were asked questions about what they enjoyed and opportunities for improvement. Overall, audiences enjoyed the sequence and wanted to see more of the film. Specifically, they connected well with the protagonist and thought her introverted nature was portrayed clearly. While the use of colored lighting was generally liked, some felt the yellow lighting in one scene seemed too vivid. Opinions on the opening credits font were mixed. Based on this feedback, the filmmakers would focus on more realistic lighting and stable camera shots if filming again, and put more thought into selecting title fonts.

1. AUDIENCE FEEDBACK
By Kate Wiselka

2. WHY WE WANTED AUDIENCE
FEEDBACK
After asking a sample of our primary and secondary
audience questions regarding our opening sequence, we
were able to learn what our audience enjoyed about the
sequence and also the things that they feel could have
been improved upon
We chose a sample size of each audience that would allow
us to be sure we were getting an accurate idea of the
feedback from each audience
Sample Size
Primary Audience 11
Secondary Audience 10

3. QUESTIONS ASKED FOR
FEEDBACK
Did you enjoy the opening sequence? Why?
Do you feel intrigued to watch the whole film? Why?
What did you think of our choice of protagonist? Could you
connect with her? Could you tell she was introverted?
What did you think of the use of coloured light?
What was your opinion of the font we used for our opening
credits?

4. WHAT WAS LEARNT
All of the people asked said they enjoyed watching the
opening sequence as although it did not reveal much about
the narrative, it left them intrigued and wanting to discover
more about the protagonist and her story.
Along with this, all of the audience members asked said
they would want to watch the whole film if it were to be
produced; they felt that the narrative had potential to keep
them interested.

5. WHAT WAS LEARNT
Many of the people questioned felt that the protagonist
was played well and the actress fitted the role; also, they
felt that they could connect with her as she seemed
‘ordinary’.
They also felt that she was introduced well and her
introverted nature was present, particularly through her
facial expressions - clearly showing that she was lonely -
and also through the shots where she receives the text from
her mum.

6. WHAT WAS LEARNT
In general, the audience felt that the use of coloured light
in the film was naturalistic and appeared to fit in with the
character’s emotions. Many also said they felt it was a
gradual and therefore natural change of light as the colours
were not overpowering.
However, some, mainly from our secondary audience
category, argued that the yellow lighting in the shed was
perhaps a bit unnatural as it seemed to be a much more
vivid yellow than perhaps sunlight is.

7. WHAT WAS LEARNT
The font type of our production got mixed reviews; some
audience members felt that the font did not feel suitable for
the type of production we made - with it being a social
realism for sophisticated audience members, however
other’s felt that it fitted well with the narrative and themes of
art in the production.

8. WHAT WE WOULD IMPROVE OR
CHANGE, BASED ON OUR
FEEDBACK
If we were to make this opening sequence again, we would definitely take into
account what the audience are saying. We would perhaps consider taking more
time into making sure that our lighting was as absolute and realistic as possible
along with ensuring that the colours appear natural.
Also, we would look at ensuring that all of our shots are as well done as possible as
a few audience members picked up on slightly shaky camera movements. We
would try to use the best equipment available to try to correct this and take extra
time to make sure the camera is as stable as possible. There are also other shots
we may consider using such as a macro shot of dust landing; this would make our
production more cinematic and artistic.
Finally, we would take a lot longer looking at and deciding font types. Although we
felt that we had chosen an appropriate font, as did many of our audience members,
there may be a font that both suits the social realism genre as well as fits our
narrative. It is possible that we may look to change this to satisfy all our audience.

9. OUR CHOICE OF AUDIENCE
I feel that we chose the correct audience for our production
and therefore, based on the feedback they have given,
would not change them.
All members of the sample asked said that they enjoyed the
sequence and would want to watch the whole film if it was
to be produced, therefore, we know that there was interest
from these audiences.
Furthermore, due to our film being independent, the
audience is educated and sophisticated and therefore the
independent nature is appealing to them.