The preliminary task involved filming a mock police interview scene to practice various film techniques. The filmmakers captured a variety of shots, including long shots, close-ups, and shots that followed the 180-degree rule. They also aimed to maintain realism by keeping background noise minimal during dialogue, as is typical in police interview scenes. The inclusion of match-on-action shots, shot reverse shot editing, and adherence to the 180-degree rule worked well overall. Some areas for technical improvement include enhancing the mise-en-scene to look more realistic and professional, and improving lighting quality. Through completing this preliminary task, the filmmakers developed skills in planning, preparation, editing techniques, and using