The student's two-minute film opening received a score of 37 out of 60 and was assessed as being at a Level 3. There was evidence of creative technical skills used in the footage, including some controlled camera work with varied shots and framing. The editing used well-placed cuts and transitions, and attempted to include titles. While the dialogue was unclear at times, the music and sound effects helped build tension as the film transitioned from a dream to waking up. Overall, the assessor viewed it as a good opening that fit the genre well and demonstrated some proficient abilities.

1. AS Coursework – Film Openings
Name: WOOD Matthew
Two Minute Film Opening: Dream
There is evidence of creative use of many of the technical skills.
Footage:
There is some controlled use of the camera with some variety of shots and attention
to framing. Some attention to mise-en-scene.
Editing:
There are well placed cuts and transitions. A good attempt to add titles to show the
conventions of the industry. Some of the music adds nice tension to film. Nice
transition from dream to waking up.
Sound:
The dialogue levels are at times unclear but music and sound effects to add tension.
Overall:
A good film opening that fits the genre well, with some proficient ability.
Total 37/60 Level: 3