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Lionsgate is an independent North American entertainment company formed in 1997 in Vancouver and based in Santa Monica that is the most commercially successful independent film and television distributor in North America and seventh most profitable movie studio, known for producing popular horror franchises like Saw and Hostel as well as films like American Psycho and The Last Exorcism.
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Lions gate entertainment
Lionsgate is a North American entertainment company formed in 1997 in Vancouver, Canada and now headquartered in Santa Monica, California. [1] It grew through acquisitions of smaller production studios and distributors and had early box office successes with controversial films passed over by major studios. [2] Lionsgate produces films and television shows, including Mad Men, and distributes content through its home video and television syndication divisions. [3]
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Lions gate entertainment
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Since their preliminary task, the author has learned to use the camera more efficiently to capture necessary shots. Researching the genre provided knowledge that helped in creating their own film sequence. Their shots have improved by using typical horror film shots that are steadier and smoother due to better knowledge of techniques. While initially uncomfortable with equipment, the author now feels confident using cameras and tripods. They believe the final product will fulfill the brief of an opening horror film sequence well based on following the requirements.
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- The film is aimed at a mass market audience rather than a niche group, so releasing through a major studio would provide the biggest income from tickets, DVD/merchandise sales.
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Since their preliminary task, the author has learned to use the camera more efficiently to capture necessary shots. Researching the genre provided knowledge that helped in creating their own film sequence. Their shots have improved by using typical horror film shots that are steadier and smoother due to better shot knowledge. While initially uncomfortable with equipment, the author now feels confident using cameras and tripods. They believe their end product, an opening sequence to a horror film, will fulfill the brief requirements.
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Since their preliminary task, the author has learned to use the camera more efficiently to capture necessary shots. Researching the genre provided knowledge that helped in creating their own film sequence. Their shots have improved by using typical horror film shots that are steadier and smoother due to better knowledge of techniques. While initially uncomfortable with equipment, the author now feels confident using cameras and tripods. They believe the final product will fulfill the brief of an opening horror film sequence well based on following the requirements.
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The document discusses the representation of social groups in a student film project. It notes that the film does not center around any particular social groups in terms of age, race, class or gender. While it will include some stereotypical characters like a dominant male and passive female, it will also feature characters that go against stereotypes. The film is rated 18 and aims to attract audiences who enjoy zombie films as well as those concerned with gender stereotyping, even if the opening only includes male characters.
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Deconstruction of the titles se7en
The document summarizes the titles that appear at the beginning of a film. In the first 3 seconds, the title "NEW LINE CINEMA PRESENTS" appears over a book to indicate the presenting company. At 00.08 seconds, "AN ARNOLD KOPELSON PRODUCTION" turns around to show the producing company. At 00.11 seconds, "DAVID FINCHER" appears over a photo of bent fingers to identify the film's director and create an unsettling mood. Between 00.14 to 00.24, the names of actors Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman appear before the title "Se7en" over a black background textured like an old camera reel.
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Institutional research
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Lionsgate
- 1. Lionsgateis a North American entertainment company. The company was formed in Vancouver, British Columbia, on July 3, 1997, and is based in Santa Monica, California. As of 2012, it is the most commercially successful independent film and television Distribution Company in North America and the seventh most profitable movie studio. They have released many films, such as American Psycho, House of 1000 Corpses, Cabin Fever, Saw franchise, Hostel, See No Evil, My Bloody Valentine, The Last Exorcism and The Devil’s Double. The reason we chose this company is because they have produced some great films and they are the most commercially successful independent films distribution.