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The document discusses characters in a short film, including their ages, genders, and roles. Elliot plays a vulnerable male agent in his early twenties portrayed through high camera angles. Dan is the villainous agent from an evil organization, also in his early twenties, depicted as dominant. Mary, another rogue agent in her early twenties, dies before her personality is explored, though long shots suggest she is strong. It also outlines stereotypical traits of a male secret agent including short hair, sunglasses, and being physically fit and dedicated to the job.
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The student learned many important lessons when progressing from their preliminary task to the final product. For the final task, they planned costumes, lighting, actors, makeup, props, setting, sound, camera angles, and editing in much more detail. This resulted in an improved final product where elements like mise-en-scene, lighting, and music fitting the genre were carefully considered. Through completing this project, the student felt they gained valuable experience in planning, time management, using various software, and critically analyzing their own work.
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This document discusses the casting and costuming for the roles of antagonist, victim, and extras in a thriller film. The antagonist is portrayed by a 13-year-old girl named Abbey to subvert expectations and provoke more fear and tension in the audience. Her costume includes a long black coat, pale makeup, and dark eye shadow to appear creepy. The victim role is portrayed by a 20-year-old male named Jake to go against stereotypes, as audiences would not expect an intimidating male to be attacked. Two extras are considered for parental figures, with the male ultimately chosen for following directions better on camera.
Brooklands location
This document describes a location for filming a gang exchange scene using an airplane. The airplane gives the exchange an air of professionalism and importance. The stairway up to the plane allows the gang boss to make an entrance and establish his control and importance through low angle shots. The stairway also provides guards a place to stand that shows they are protecting the boss. There is space under the wing for cars and the exchange to take place in an open area suitable for various camera shots, with trees and fences available for framing.
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Synchronous sound matches actions on screen, like footsteps. Asynchronous sound doesn't match actions, building tension. Diegetic sound is background noise characters can hear. Non-diegetic sound is added for effect and isn't heard by characters. Sound effects layer atmosphere. Voice over narrates. Background music sets mood for thriller title sequence using missing girl story with ideas like extra car noises and children playing.
Question 2 from evaluation
The document describes a thriller that portrays two social groups - police and gangs. The police are monitoring a hostage exchange between two heavily armed gangs. Both groups are depicted through stereotypical costumes - the gang leader wears an suit to look professional, while police detectives wear shirts and ties. The gang offering money for the hostage also wears camouflage and heavy machinery to blend in and look intimidating. While focused on police and gangs, the thriller aims to appeal to a wide audience from ages 16 to 45 due to its balanced plot and violence.
Camer Angles
The document discusses different camera shots and angles that could be used in a storyboard for a short film about Jelly Babies. It describes how high angle shots portray characters as lower status or vulnerable. Wide angle shots set the scene and show relationships between groups. Over the shoulder shots make the audience feel like they are standing behind a character. Close ups draw attention to important items or emotions. Frame shots frame the action and can portray power or victory. Various shots like aerial, point of view, panning, tracking and establishing shots help set the scene or involve the audience.
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The document discusses how the target audience of males ages 15-25 and females ages 15-25 was addressed in a police thriller film. Several techniques were used including:
1) Setting the film in a modern police station to attract the target audience. 2) Portraying young policemen and stereotypical criminals to make the characters more relatable. 3) Employing thriller genre conventions like mysteries and fast pacing in the plot. 4) Advertising through social media that the target audience uses like Facebook and Twitter as well as popular radio stations and magazines.
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Evaluation 2
The document summarizes the representation of social groups, particularly males and females, in the first three minutes of a film. For males, the characters are portrayed in stereotypical ways for the genre, with one male shown as dim-witted but also as capable leaders. Males are depicted as both violent when arguing but also able to remain calm. For females, one character follows the males' leads initially but also acts as a voice of reason. Both characters are treated similarly to males in filming without objectification. Other social groups like parents are not represented within the short timeframe but could be portrayed similarly to other works in later portions of the film.
Evaluation Task 1
Our thriller borrows conventions from several media products:
Salt inspired the strong female protagonist who fights off attackers using combat skills. Fight scenes used long continuous shots and different camera angles.
The Last of Us provided the idea of a young female sneaking up on and fighting older males, subverting expectations.
The Bourne series suggested developing a mysterious protagonist with dark clothing and unknown background.
Overall, Salt was the primary influence, providing inspiration for the protagonist, fight scenes, and subverting gender stereotypes through a capable female action hero. Various conventions were developed and challenged from these reference works.
Evaluation Question one
The document discusses how the media product challenges conventions of similar works. It begins by explaining how the short film quickly introduces the characters and setting. It then compares this to other works like Misfits that show characters discovering their abilities. The film gives the characters experience with their powers through subtle comments. It challenges conventions by having the characters play with their abilities but also use them for important matters. The abilities were chosen to be easily depicted without complex special effects.
Evaluation Question 1
The document discusses how the film challenges conventions of similar media products in several ways:
1) It introduces the main characters quickly to move the plot along at a brisk pace as is common in short films.
2) The characters are shown to be experienced with their powers through subtle references and interactions, unlike many films where characters are still learning abilities.
3) It keeps the main characters together in the research institute setting, similar to conventions in other films and TV shows about people with special abilities.
Presentationquestion 2
This document discusses challenging gender norms in films. It notes that most movies portray women in negative or unimportant roles, while men usually play the lead roles, especially in spy films. The document proposes having two female main characters as the protagonists in a thriller, challenging the typical portrayal of males as leads and females in secondary roles. It argues this approach does not conform to norms and cites Angelina Jolie as an actress who would agree with this view.
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This document discusses the inspirations for characters in a media product that is a thriller film. It summarizes that the main character Sam is based on Julia Roberts' character from Sleeping with the Enemy who escapes an abusive relationship. The character Darren is inspired by the abusive character Jackie Boy from Sin City. Christine's character is based on a character from Titanic who has a poor relationship with her daughter. Hair and costume inspirations are also discussed from other films and TV shows to portray certain traits for the characters. Domestic violence is included in the thriller, taking inspiration from a scene in Sin City, to immediately identify the villain.
Evaluation - social groups
The document is a response evaluating how a student film represents different social groups through its characters and storyline. In three sentences:
The film challenges gender stereotypes by portraying the female secret agent Monroe as tough and able to defeat male attackers. While the male robbers represent traditional masculine traits, they are unexpectedly overpowered by Monroe. The short film does not explicitly represent or challenge stereotypes of age, class, sexuality or ethnicity as it focuses only on the opening action sequence.
Evaluation question 2
The document compares and contrasts characters from the film "The Interrogation" with characters from other films. It discusses similarities and differences between Agent Ken and James Bond in appearance and roles. Both dress professionally in suits and serve as government agents and heroes. It also analyzes similarities and differences between various character pairs in terms of appearance, roles, social class, and ethnicity within their respective films and criminal organizations. The document aims to show how characters in "The Interrogation" were inspired by other films but also feature some distinct traits.
Assignment 17 draft 2 part 2..
The document discusses films that inspired the creators' sequence idea focusing on the theme of revenge. It mentions liking the isolated settings and mind games portrayed in Hard Candy. Research on revenge included watching movies where characters enact painful murders for past wrongs. Ideas involved a woman getting murdered for laughing at a doll, and a man torturing and killing his daughter's rapist. Suffering was also considered a theme, showing a homeless man and child sleeping with no blankets in a train station.
Evaluation question 2
The document discusses how different film techniques are used to portray differences in class, status, age, and race. Class and status are portrayed as distinct, with characters of lower class sometimes having higher status, as seen in films like "Ill Manors." Age is also used to indicate status, with younger characters shot from above in a way that makes them seem insecure and of lower importance. Mise-en-scene elements like a bloodied bat are used to suggest the underground world's reliance on violence over discussion. Race is highlighted through editing that favors white male characters over black protagonists, showing how racial power dynamics can still be at play even when a minority has the leading role.
How does your media product represent particular social
The document discusses how different social groups and characters are represented in a media product described as a film. It summarizes the representation of several key character types:
The hero is a detective portrayed through his clothing, posture, and close-ups showing emotion to convey his role in law enforcement and a past trauma. The villain is intentionally left unnamed and has their face concealed, following thriller conventions to build mystery. Victims include an innocent young girl meant to elicit empathy, and an older victim whose resemblance to the girl helps the audience understand the hero's motivation. A head of police is represented as stressed but dedicated through his disheveled appearance and focused work.
AS MEDIA - Q2
The document discusses how gender, age, and sexuality are represented in the media product. The main character follows stereotypes as the dominant male lead, while the female secretary is shot from above, lowering her status. However, she subverts expectations by not showing interest in the male. While initially stereotypical as strong, the male later runs away instead of facing danger. The older character is atypical as the villain rather than offering advice. He is able-bodied, subverting stereotypes of disability in old age. The male lead is a stereotypical straight, white, masculine man.
Pitch a level media
This document outlines a pitch for a teen horror film starring two teenage female vloggers who go camping in woods known to be haunted. Paranormal events begin to happen, spiraling out of control as the girls fight for survival. The key characters of ambitious Daisy and timid Katie are described, as well as plans for a teaser trailer using found footage style with unexplained events chasing the girls. Details are provided for the poster, magazine cover, target audience of 16-24 year olds of both genders, and a promotional campaign emphasizing the horror genre and representation of female leads who are YouTubers.
Pitch a level media
This document outlines a pitch for a teen horror film starring two teenage female vloggers who go camping in woods known to be haunted. Paranormal events begin to happen, spiraling out of control as the girls fight for survival. The key characters of ambitious Daisy and timid Katie are described, as well as plans for a teaser trailer using found footage style with unexplained events chasing the girls. Details are provided for the poster, magazine cover, target audience of 16-24 year olds of both genders, and a promotional campaign emphasizing the horror genre and representation of female leads who are youtubers.
Slide share final
This document analyzes how the media product "Fresh Fallen Snow" uses and challenges conventions of the thriller genre by comparing it to several other thriller films and media products. It examines similarities and differences in plot, characters, camera work, titles, and how stereotypes are both adhered to and subverted. Key comparisons are made between "Fresh Fallen Snow" and the films "Shutter Island", "Salt", "Hanna", and "Girl, Interrupted" as well as the music video for "Fire Away". Through these comparisons, the document aims to show how "Fresh Fallen Snow" both conforms to and challenges typical conventions within the thriller genre.
How do you represent social groups
This document summarizes the representation of different social groups in a film:
The villain/murderer is portrayed as a dark, evil, and mysterious character by hiding in darkness and wearing dark clothing. The detective is depicted as a professional, strong-willed, and determined man through his late night work and outburst. The victim, Jane, seems innocent through texting her boyfriend and wearing smart work clothes, highlighting her innocence. The assistant to the detective is shown as reluctant to bother his intimidating superior and also aims to appear professional.
Evaluation Question 2
This document discusses how the characters in the author's film represent teenagers and gender. For the teenage characters, Jake fits some stereotypes as a typical nervous protagonist but is represented as a victim rather than hero. Lizzie counters stereotypes as her behavior and clothing resemble "creepy girls" in horror films. Regarding gender, the film countertypes the norm by portraying the female character Lizzie as dominant and the male character Jake as vulnerable.
Task 2
The document summarizes representations in a student film. It notes that only two male characters are portrayed, a younger working class man and an older, wealthy man with no morals. Editing techniques like camera angles and music were used to present the older man as more dominant and creepy. The character representations follow genre conventions, with one youthful character contrasting an older character with a "snobby" personality. The opening sequence reinforces stereotypes by portraying the male actors as active while the storyline involves a father protectively searching to rescue his abducted daughter.
Media slide share
The document describes the key characteristics and portrayals of three main social groups in the film "The Vengeance":
1) The interrogator is portrayed as self-confident, independent, and opinionated. She wears smart, minimalist clothing and uses direct questioning techniques like over-the-shoulder shots to appear dominant and in control.
2) The victim is portrayed as independent but vulnerable. She wears pretty, floral clothing and speaks with stress to appear gentle yet in danger. Crane shots are used to make her seem unsafe.
3) The villain is inspired by mysterious characters from other films. He wears all black and remains silent to seem threatening and add suspense. High angles show his dominance
Question 2 Evaluation
The document discusses how the film represents social groups through its characters. It follows crime/thriller genre conventions by featuring a mysterious male protagonist dressed professionally who keeps his face hidden. His secretary is also stereotypically female. Like the video game Hitman, the protagonist hardly speaks and focuses on his job. The film is similar to Collateral in featuring a seemingly normal man with a dark secret life as a killer. It aims to portray stereotypical gender roles of the time through the receptionist character.
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- 1. When it comes down to social groups there are two main things that have to be considered. This is age and gender.
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- 3. Female Agent In Our Film Mary is playing another rogue agent, her personality isn’t really explored in our short film, because she dies before the audience really see that much of her. However the camera angles that are used, mainly long shots suggest she is quite a strong female character. The female characters are stereotypically vulnerable, and weak, however this stereotype appears to be changing, what with TV shows example Nikita, and films like mission impossible ghost protocol, (displaying female Spies as very capable and highly dangerous). As a result it seemed only fitting that we didn’t make our female character appear weak. She again is in her early twenties. A picture of Mary from our film
- 4. Stereotypical Agent Male Short hair cut Smart clothing Sunglasses, adding an element of mystery Physically fit. Personality: Very cold, his job comes before his personal life, and he finds it hard to separate them, He will do what he’d told, but when necessary will disobey orders to get a job done. This is very much who I based the character I played in the film, Dan’s character when shooting.
- 5. Characters in Costume Dan Mary Elliot