The preliminary task allowed the author to gain experience filming and applying techniques like different angles and shots. This knowledge was useful for the later project where more artistic freedom allowed exploring a variety of shots. More time for the final project reduced pressure and allowed revisions. It also gave access to better equipment for more interesting shots. The preliminary task helped identify mistakes to improve on, and full control of the scene allowed creating a storyline that fit the location.

1. The preliminary task allowed me to exercise this technique of filming and gain experience with the
dynamics of using it. I found out how different angles can give more interesting shots and emphasize the
intensity of a moment. I was then able to apply this knowledge to the more recent task making the final
product more interesting to view. The artistic liberty that was given during our final project allowed me to
explore different types of shots, away from the conventional close-up, medium and long shot. I was able to
incorporate a better variety of shots as I was not restricted by the location. We were given more time to
complete filming of the piece. This was useful as It reduced pressure on the group and allowed us time to
think creatively. It also gave us time to revise any shots we took and make amends to any that did not look
good. In the final product we were able to employ a larger variety of equipment, such as Red Heads lights.
Allowing us to create more interesting and dramatic shots. The preliminary task was similar to that of a
draft, any mistakes or complications we came across we were able to see and be informed how we can
change them to be successful next time. We had full control of mise-en-scene therefore it allowed us to
create a storyline that fit the location better.
Compared to the results of the preliminary task I feel as if this project had a
lot more effort and tactical procedure go into making the final outcome
successful. The Preliminary task mainly exercised the 180 degree rule and
how that affects framework, continuity and what the audience views. I have
a stronger understanding now of the rule through the more recent project as
I have been able to explore more what affects the 180 rule practically. When
filmmaking, if you want your shots to appear realistic and smooth with a
consistent line of action you must follow the 180-degree rule. This makes
sure that each shot matches up with the shot before it as long as the invisible
axis is not crossed. I now know how It can positively affect editing
decreasing the time it takes to alter the product.
180 degree rule is a guideline that refers to the spatial relationship between
2 characters, or an object within a scene. There is an imaginary axis that
relates characters. If a shot begins on one side of the axis the camera angles
of the following shots have to remain within 180 degrees of the side the first
shot began in. the first character will always be frame right of the second
character, who is then always frame left of the first. The camera passing over
the axis is called crossing/jumping the line.
During the preliminary exercise we tried to produce a piece of film that had
shots, following the 180 degree rule. Being successful it allowed me to
involve the rule easier when we filmed our recent project, even though we
had a larger space to film in.

2. Shot reverse shot is an editing principle of the continuity system that alternates shots,
particularly in conversation scenes between two characters. The camera will take a shot from
the perspective of the first character looking at the second character. The shot will then
change to the second characters perspective looking at the first character. Since the characters
are shown facing in opposite directions, the viewer assumes that they are looking at each
other. This type of shot reinforces the 180 degree rule and the continuity system. In the
preliminary task this technique was able to work well due to the fact that there our characters
were scripted to have a conversation. But in the more recent project there is no dialogue
between characters, and the second character appeared briefly.
When it came to the editing stage I felt more
confident in my editing skills, due to my previous
experience with editing using final cut pro in the
preliminary exercise. This allowed me to choose the
best shots that followed the continuity guidelines and
remove any shots that were result of an error. In the
preliminary exercise we did not know how to utilise
Fade-out transitions or the ability to add non diegetic
soundtracks to the piece. Learning of these
techniques during the final project allowed us to
choose the most appropriate to add to the
sequences.