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Evaluation Question 3
The document discusses feedback received on drafts of a music video, digipak, and magazine advertisement created to promote a hip hop artist. Feedback on the music video indicated that the lip syncing needed improvement and the storyline was unclear. Subsequent drafts added more shots to better convey the relationship between the artist's two personas. Feedback on the digipak and magazine ad helped select fonts, layouts, and designs that aligned with hip hop aesthetics and themes explored across the media pieces about the artist's internal conflict.
Evaluation question how effective
The document discusses the effectiveness of combining a main product with ancillary texts. It notes that the poster, trailer, and magazine used consistent fonts, colors, and imagery to tie them together and represent the supernatural thriller genre. Blue and white were used throughout to symbolize evil. Both ancillary texts featured the two main characters to explore their journeys, as in the trailer. The combination of matching design elements across the products helps audiences connect them and promote the main product.
Poster construction powerpoint
This document provides instructions for creating a poster using Photoshop in 5 steps:
1. The first step describes using Picmonkey to apply a blue cross process tint and dusk effect to the image.
2. Step two explains how to add a shattered glass effect over the image by importing a glass texture into Photoshop and resizing it.
3. Step three details using the burn tool to darken an eyeball and switch the brush color to red to add eyeliner.
4. Step four covers adding and formatting text over the image by creating text boxes and changing font colors and styles.
5. The final step discusses dodging and burning the credits by changing the highlight strength
Technology I Personally Used
The document describes various technologies and software that the author used to complete their coursework, including:
Slideshare to upload PowerPoints and documents to their blogger site; Google/Gmail for research and communication; Blogger to document and present coursework; Word to write treatments and scripts; BBFC and IMDb websites for research on film ratings and conventions; PowerPoint and Prezi for presentations; FreeSFX for sound effects; YouTube to upload draft videos; Wikipedia for research; Final Cut Pro, iMovie and GifMaker for video editing; Picmonkey and Photoshop for photo editing; SurveyMonkey for collecting audience feedback; Facebook to share work; and PhotoPeach, Photoshop and InDesign
Magazine construction powerpoint
This document provides instructions for constructing a magazine cover in 4 steps:
1) Applying a blue color tint to an image using Picmonkey to give it a supernatural feel.
2) Adding text and formatting fonts using InDesign, including changing colors and fonts.
3) Creating black boxes and placing a barcode using the rectangle tool and placing images.
4) Applying final touchups using burn and dodge tools to add aged and glowing effects.
Editing powerpoint
Fast editing techniques like fast pace and jump cuts are commonly used in thriller and supernatural trailers to build tension and engage the target audience. Flashbacks may be included to provide backstory for characters. The pace typically starts moderate to introduce characters and the plot but increases during intense or scary scenes shown in a montage to create suspense. Editing styles vary by genre with techniques like fade to black transitions often used in horror. Non-linear narratives and use of sound effects are cited as effective techniques the author wishes to employ.
Survey
The survey results provided feedback on a supernatural thriller film trailer. For question one, respondents were biased since the survey took place at an all-girls school. Question two was also predictable since it was conducted with sixth formers. Responses to question three were similarly influenced by being at a school. For question four, respondents identifying with characters' hobbies could make the trailer more realistic. Questions five and six informed the development of supernatural forces and editing techniques. Question seven confirmed that the trailer structure was successful and involved the audience in pre-production.
Characters & actors
The document discusses two main characters, Gelsomina and Leticia, for an upcoming trailer. Gelsomina will be portrayed by Gelsomina De Lucia and her character is inspired by Beth Anderson from the film "The Perfect Sisters". She will be dressed in gothic black clothing. Leticia will be portrayed by Leticia Silva and her character is inspired by Sandra Anderson from the same film. She will be dressed in floral prints. Both actresses are available for the full 8 weeks of filming.
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Evaluation Question 3
The document discusses feedback received on drafts of a music video, digipak, and magazine advertisement created to promote a hip hop artist. Feedback on the music video indicated that the lip syncing needed improvement and the storyline was unclear. Subsequent drafts added more shots to better convey the relationship between the artist's two personas. Feedback on the digipak and magazine ad helped select fonts, layouts, and designs that aligned with hip hop aesthetics and themes explored across the media pieces about the artist's internal conflict.
Evaluation question how effective
The document discusses the effectiveness of combining a main product with ancillary texts. It notes that the poster, trailer, and magazine used consistent fonts, colors, and imagery to tie them together and represent the supernatural thriller genre. Blue and white were used throughout to symbolize evil. Both ancillary texts featured the two main characters to explore their journeys, as in the trailer. The combination of matching design elements across the products helps audiences connect them and promote the main product.
Poster construction powerpoint
This document provides instructions for creating a poster using Photoshop in 5 steps:
1. The first step describes using Picmonkey to apply a blue cross process tint and dusk effect to the image.
2. Step two explains how to add a shattered glass effect over the image by importing a glass texture into Photoshop and resizing it.
3. Step three details using the burn tool to darken an eyeball and switch the brush color to red to add eyeliner.
4. Step four covers adding and formatting text over the image by creating text boxes and changing font colors and styles.
5. The final step discusses dodging and burning the credits by changing the highlight strength
Technology I Personally Used
The document describes various technologies and software that the author used to complete their coursework, including:
Slideshare to upload PowerPoints and documents to their blogger site; Google/Gmail for research and communication; Blogger to document and present coursework; Word to write treatments and scripts; BBFC and IMDb websites for research on film ratings and conventions; PowerPoint and Prezi for presentations; FreeSFX for sound effects; YouTube to upload draft videos; Wikipedia for research; Final Cut Pro, iMovie and GifMaker for video editing; Picmonkey and Photoshop for photo editing; SurveyMonkey for collecting audience feedback; Facebook to share work; and PhotoPeach, Photoshop and InDesign
Magazine construction powerpoint
This document provides instructions for constructing a magazine cover in 4 steps:
1) Applying a blue color tint to an image using Picmonkey to give it a supernatural feel.
2) Adding text and formatting fonts using InDesign, including changing colors and fonts.
3) Creating black boxes and placing a barcode using the rectangle tool and placing images.
4) Applying final touchups using burn and dodge tools to add aged and glowing effects.
Editing powerpoint
Fast editing techniques like fast pace and jump cuts are commonly used in thriller and supernatural trailers to build tension and engage the target audience. Flashbacks may be included to provide backstory for characters. The pace typically starts moderate to introduce characters and the plot but increases during intense or scary scenes shown in a montage to create suspense. Editing styles vary by genre with techniques like fade to black transitions often used in horror. Non-linear narratives and use of sound effects are cited as effective techniques the author wishes to employ.
Survey
The survey results provided feedback on a supernatural thriller film trailer. For question one, respondents were biased since the survey took place at an all-girls school. Question two was also predictable since it was conducted with sixth formers. Responses to question three were similarly influenced by being at a school. For question four, respondents identifying with characters' hobbies could make the trailer more realistic. Questions five and six informed the development of supernatural forces and editing techniques. Question seven confirmed that the trailer structure was successful and involved the audience in pre-production.
Characters & actors
The document discusses two main characters, Gelsomina and Leticia, for an upcoming trailer. Gelsomina will be portrayed by Gelsomina De Lucia and her character is inspired by Beth Anderson from the film "The Perfect Sisters". She will be dressed in gothic black clothing. Leticia will be portrayed by Leticia Silva and her character is inspired by Sandra Anderson from the same film. She will be dressed in floral prints. Both actresses are available for the full 8 weeks of filming.
Costumes & props
This document outlines the costumes and props that will be used in a trailer. The main props include a camera that will be used in a POV style, a phone that Leticia will be holding at the beginning seeking help, and three scratches that will appear on one of the characters to symbolize possession. Gelsomina's costume will be gothic while Leticia's is described as girly. A red ribbon and balloons are also discussed to signify someone going missing and create a birthday atmosphere.
Costumes and props
The document outlines several props and costumes that will be used in a trailer including a camera that both main characters will share, a phone that one character will be holding at the beginning while seeking help, and three scratches that will be used to symbolize possession. It also describes the costumes for the two main characters, one being more gothic while the other is more girly, and a red ribbon that will signify one character going missing.
Costumes and props
The document outlines several props and costumes that will be used in a trailer including a camera that both main characters will share, a phone that one character will be holding at the beginning while seeking help, and three scratches that will be used to symbolize possession. It also describes the costumes for the two main characters, one being more gothic while the other is more girly, and a red ribbon that will signify one character going missing.
Postmodern
The Wolf Among Us is a 2013 video game by Telltale that is based on a comic book series from 1986, blending genres of horror, drama, romance and action. It is presented in a comic book style and TV episode structure, with the player making decisions that influence the story. While borrowing characters and storylines from the original comics, the game aims to provide nostalgia both for those familiar with the source material and a new generation familiar with fairy tales.
Assignment 3
This document discusses conventions used in supernatural thriller trailers. It covers various cinematic techniques including camera movements like zooming and panning to build tension. Composition and framing, as well as lighting, editing and sound design are discussed. Common character archetypes and narrative structures are also summarized, including a build up of scares and a climactic jump scare at the end of trailers. Locations and costumes used help set the tone for supernatural events. Overall, the document provides an overview of techniques employed in trailers for this genre to effectively tease and scare audiences.
Presentation ohhh
This document discusses conventions in supernatural thriller trailers. It covers various cinematic techniques used such as camera movements like zooming and panning to build suspense. Composition and framing is also addressed, noting a shift from symmetrical to asymmetrical framing to represent increasing chaos. Character archetypes like curious protagonists and non-believers are described. Common plot themes, uses of sound and music, narrative structures, editing techniques, lighting, and ominous locations are also outlined. Overall, the document provides an overview of visual and technical elements that feature prominently in supernatural thriller trailers.
Presentation oh
Cameras are used in supernatural thrillers to build tension. Zooming builds up to climaxes and jump scares by zooming in on something characters see. Tracking follows victims running away or shows locations. Tilting restricts audiences from seeing what's happening before a jump scare. Stationary cameras on tripods follow the rule of thirds framing while handheld cameras lose compositional structure.
Assignment 3: Distribution/Production Company.
Screen Gems is a production company owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment that has produced films like The Exorcism of Emily Rose and Deliver Us From Evil. Columbia Pictures is a film distribution studio also owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment that has distributed films like Thr13ten Ghost, Deliver Us From Evil and Gothika. The document then analyzes the logos of Screen Gems, Columbia Pictures, and several other production and distribution companies such as Dark Castle Entertainment, Ghost House Pictures, and Vertigo Entertainment.
Assignment 8
This document discusses film poster conventions and research the student completed on different genres of film posters including horror, thriller, romance, and sci-fi. It provides examples of conventions like including the main characters or locations. It also notes that while conventions like the release date are usually at the bottom, research shows dates were not consistently included until the 1990s. The document summarizes that the three most prominent elements on posters are the characters, title size, and release date. It also gives examples of posters that challenge conventions by not including images or only showing a character from behind.
Group assignment 1
The document discusses conventions and inspirations for horror film trailers. For the film "The Pact," conventions discussed include involving a child to make the main character vulnerable and having the female character alone in the house to heighten tension. Fade to white transitions and a worn background are also mentioned. Inspiration comes from using transitions to imply danger and backgrounds that emphasize genre. For "Insidious Chapter 2," conventions include using children to elicit sympathy and slowly building horror music when a character is alone. Inspiration comes from matching music to footage pace. Inspiration and conventions are also discussed for other film trailers.
Assignment 9: Part B
Film magazines exist to promote upcoming and current films through interviews, behind-the-scenes photos, and exclusive clips. They are available both physically at newsagents and digitally through magazine apps and websites. Magazine covers typically feature attractive celebrities associated with the promoted film to appeal to their target audience of 16-40 year olds. Covers prioritize the magazine title, name of promoted film, and front cover image to attract buyers.
Assignment 9
This document analyzes and summarizes the key design elements of 5 magazine covers. For each magazine cover, it identifies the masthead placement, central image, use of color, slogans/taglines and how these elements are effective in attracting readers. Overall, the document discusses how visual cues like prominent mastheads, celebrity images, and eye-catching text can help magazines stand out and engage potential buyers.
Assignment 2
The document discusses narrative conventions and structure in horror movie trailers. It notes that trailers typically introduce characters investigating paranormal activity and show footage of their investigations. Things take a scary turn, with people getting hurt, dying, or going missing while only their footage is found. Trailers leave audiences with enigmas by not revealing what happens to characters or the paranormal threats. They create a climactic pace change and shots of characters struggling to generate interest without fully explaining the plot. This leaves audiences wanting resolution and connects to genre expectations of deaths in horror films.
Trailer presentation
This document discusses conventions and inspirations for horror trailers and films. It notes that while ghosts and demons were traditionally the source of horror, the genre is expanding to include other supernatural elements like mummies. Locations are also broadening from just abandoned sites to include realistic settings like planes that are harder to escape. The document advocates using a handheld camera perspective to make audiences feel like they are part of the film, but combining it with traditional filming to avoid being overused. Overall, it promotes drawing on true stories and relatable locations to create more realistic and thus scarier horror content.
Trailer credits and titles 2
Titles in movie trailers introduce the storyline or characters to interest the audience, while credits acknowledge those involved in the film's production. Titles typically appear 10 seconds into a trailer and last up to 10 seconds each, with pacing depending on the genre. Credits usually appear later in the trailer or middle. Horror and thriller titles often leave narrative enigmas to create suspense and excitement, fitting their genres. Font styles now depend on the individual film's storyline rather than genre conventions.
Trailer credits and titles 2
Titles in movie trailers introduce the storyline or characters to interest the audience. Credits give recognition to those involved in making the movie like directors and actors. Titles usually appear 10 seconds into a trailer and last up to 10 seconds, while credits are shown towards the end or middle of trailers. Both titles and credits aim to entice audiences to watch the movie by providing context and acknowledging those who worked on it.
Trailer credits and titles 2
Titles in movie trailers introduce the storyline or characters to interest the audience. Credits give recognition to those involved in making the movie like directors and actors. Titles usually appear 10 seconds into a trailer and last up to 10 seconds, while credits appear towards the end or middle of trailers. Both aim to engage the audience - titles entice viewers about the plot, and credits highlight acclaimed creators to suggest quality and attract interest.
Trailer presentation
This document discusses conventions and inspirations across several film genres, including romantic comedies, sci-fi/thrillers, dramas, and horrors. For romantic comedies, a common convention is something or someone coming between the relationship, while fonts are often influential due to their relevance to the storyline. Sci-fi/thrillers frequently explore unpredictable events becoming real, such as aliens, and manipulate everyday elements. Dramas aim to highlight something positive from realistic situations and often feature realistic characterizations. Horrors traditionally involve something inhuman causing fear, though this is changing to include true historical events.
Photoshop tasks powerpoint
The document provides instructions for completing various photo editing tasks in Photoshop, including cropping images, changing images to grayscale, adjusting brightness and contrast, removing red eye, eliminating skin blemishes, changing eye color, adjusting colors of objects in photos using selective color, cutting out and placing objects on new backgrounds, and adding tattoos and other elements to models to change their appearance.
Photoshop tasks powerpoint
The document provides instructions for editing various photos using Photoshop tools. It describes how to:
1) Crop photos using the crop tool, greyscale images by changing the mode, and adjust brightness and contrast using image adjustments.
2) Remove red eye using the red eye removal tool in the toolbar.
3) Eliminate skin spots using the healing brush tool.
4) Change eye color to green using selective color adjustments.
5) Change colors of objects like roses, dresses, and tattoos using selection tools and selective color adjustments.
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Assignment 3
This document discusses conventions used in supernatural thriller trailers. It covers various cinematic techniques including camera movements like zooming and panning to build tension. Composition and framing, as well as lighting, editing and sound design are discussed. Common character archetypes and narrative structures are also summarized, including a build up of scares and a climactic jump scare at the end of trailers. Locations and costumes used help set the tone for supernatural events. Overall, the document provides an overview of techniques employed in trailers for this genre to effectively tease and scare audiences.
Presentation ohhh
This document discusses conventions in supernatural thriller trailers. It covers various cinematic techniques used such as camera movements like zooming and panning to build suspense. Composition and framing is also addressed, noting a shift from symmetrical to asymmetrical framing to represent increasing chaos. Character archetypes like curious protagonists and non-believers are described. Common plot themes, uses of sound and music, narrative structures, editing techniques, lighting, and ominous locations are also outlined. Overall, the document provides an overview of visual and technical elements that feature prominently in supernatural thriller trailers.
Presentation oh
Cameras are used in supernatural thrillers to build tension. Zooming builds up to climaxes and jump scares by zooming in on something characters see. Tracking follows victims running away or shows locations. Tilting restricts audiences from seeing what's happening before a jump scare. Stationary cameras on tripods follow the rule of thirds framing while handheld cameras lose compositional structure.
Assignment 3: Distribution/Production Company.
Screen Gems is a production company owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment that has produced films like The Exorcism of Emily Rose and Deliver Us From Evil. Columbia Pictures is a film distribution studio also owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment that has distributed films like Thr13ten Ghost, Deliver Us From Evil and Gothika. The document then analyzes the logos of Screen Gems, Columbia Pictures, and several other production and distribution companies such as Dark Castle Entertainment, Ghost House Pictures, and Vertigo Entertainment.
Assignment 8
This document discusses film poster conventions and research the student completed on different genres of film posters including horror, thriller, romance, and sci-fi. It provides examples of conventions like including the main characters or locations. It also notes that while conventions like the release date are usually at the bottom, research shows dates were not consistently included until the 1990s. The document summarizes that the three most prominent elements on posters are the characters, title size, and release date. It also gives examples of posters that challenge conventions by not including images or only showing a character from behind.
Group assignment 1
The document discusses conventions and inspirations for horror film trailers. For the film "The Pact," conventions discussed include involving a child to make the main character vulnerable and having the female character alone in the house to heighten tension. Fade to white transitions and a worn background are also mentioned. Inspiration comes from using transitions to imply danger and backgrounds that emphasize genre. For "Insidious Chapter 2," conventions include using children to elicit sympathy and slowly building horror music when a character is alone. Inspiration comes from matching music to footage pace. Inspiration and conventions are also discussed for other film trailers.
Assignment 9: Part B
Film magazines exist to promote upcoming and current films through interviews, behind-the-scenes photos, and exclusive clips. They are available both physically at newsagents and digitally through magazine apps and websites. Magazine covers typically feature attractive celebrities associated with the promoted film to appeal to their target audience of 16-40 year olds. Covers prioritize the magazine title, name of promoted film, and front cover image to attract buyers.
Assignment 9
This document analyzes and summarizes the key design elements of 5 magazine covers. For each magazine cover, it identifies the masthead placement, central image, use of color, slogans/taglines and how these elements are effective in attracting readers. Overall, the document discusses how visual cues like prominent mastheads, celebrity images, and eye-catching text can help magazines stand out and engage potential buyers.
Assignment 2
The document discusses narrative conventions and structure in horror movie trailers. It notes that trailers typically introduce characters investigating paranormal activity and show footage of their investigations. Things take a scary turn, with people getting hurt, dying, or going missing while only their footage is found. Trailers leave audiences with enigmas by not revealing what happens to characters or the paranormal threats. They create a climactic pace change and shots of characters struggling to generate interest without fully explaining the plot. This leaves audiences wanting resolution and connects to genre expectations of deaths in horror films.
Trailer presentation
This document discusses conventions and inspirations for horror trailers and films. It notes that while ghosts and demons were traditionally the source of horror, the genre is expanding to include other supernatural elements like mummies. Locations are also broadening from just abandoned sites to include realistic settings like planes that are harder to escape. The document advocates using a handheld camera perspective to make audiences feel like they are part of the film, but combining it with traditional filming to avoid being overused. Overall, it promotes drawing on true stories and relatable locations to create more realistic and thus scarier horror content.
Trailer credits and titles 2
Titles in movie trailers introduce the storyline or characters to interest the audience, while credits acknowledge those involved in the film's production. Titles typically appear 10 seconds into a trailer and last up to 10 seconds each, with pacing depending on the genre. Credits usually appear later in the trailer or middle. Horror and thriller titles often leave narrative enigmas to create suspense and excitement, fitting their genres. Font styles now depend on the individual film's storyline rather than genre conventions.
Trailer credits and titles 2
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Trailer credits and titles 2
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The document provides instructions for editing various photos using Photoshop tools. It describes how to:
1) Crop photos using the crop tool, greyscale images by changing the mode, and adjust brightness and contrast using image adjustments.
2) Remove red eye using the red eye removal tool in the toolbar.
3) Eliminate skin spots using the healing brush tool.
4) Change eye color to green using selective color adjustments.
5) Change colors of objects like roses, dresses, and tattoos using selection tools and selective color adjustments.