Here is my final 'Sanctuary' project slideshow

1. SANCTUARY PROJECTSANCTUARY PROJECT

2. Introduction to “Sanctuary” Task
For our first class assignment, we are working in hand with the film
making students on their coursework. In this case, they are creating a
psychological thriller, short film which is approximately 9-10 minutes
long called Sanctuary.
During this time, the students have created and scripted their own
short film and have asked us, as Next Gen: Games, Animation and
Visual Effects students to help enhance the professionalism of the film
by creating life like effects as well as enticing the viewers more.
To do so, we’ve been given a nine page script which highlights certain
aspects of the film including the main characters Jack’s mental and
physical well being along with aspects of the environment itself,
although it is vague – this leaves the board open for creative licensing.

3. To begin with I used the method of mind mapping to generate and expand
on our ideas.

4. The script makes it evident from the start that some form of event has
clenched the fate of the nation and relinquished all human activity bar Jack
Malone. Further on throughout the script it sends mixed ideas as to what
this ‘event’ is: between aliens and apocalypses it leaves open for creative
licensing however in this case I want to use the method of foreshadowing to
not only create tension and depth to the plot but use mind trickery to
disguise the true storyline which will later be revealed.
I intend on using the method of foreshadowing in regards to the setting and
occurrence within the plot to highlight the idea that Jack is in a coma
without necessarily making it obvious. It is said, when in a coma it is as if
time stays still – like limbo. this is a feature I wish to capture. To do so,
there are various elements I wish to use. Beginning with the use of over
grown trees, shrubbery and broken dilapidated buildings, the idea that time
is stood still and the earth is claiming back what it once owned. This can
trigger a range of thoughts and ideas within the audience: mostly pointing
towards apocalypse. However I wish for this to reference the idea of time
standing still.

5. Moving forward, I wish to use the use of shadows to change the way in
which the audience are approaching the film with a different train of
thought. The use of shadows will provide the idea something is following
him, a zombie as such (an example of mind trickery). however in this case,
I intend on using shadows as a method of illustrating ones guilt – like a
personal demon. Foreshadowing the idea that Jack is in all senses trapped
in his own mind i.e. – the coma.
In relation to Jacks character I wish to convey a certain raggedy, ‘hard’
look – not only in the sense that he has spent 289 days alone: referencing
aspects like facial hair, rough clothes, unclean ect. but in the sense that
the fight for survival takes its toll on a person for example at the beginning
of the script it becomes clear Jack has lost hope, i intend on reflecting this
in the way Jack is portrayed I wish for him to hold a cold ethic, non
motivation and lameness as such – linked to the common characteristics
following suicidal thoughts and depression.

6. Mood board
Mood board/inspiration board
which highlights an array of
aspects id like to include
within my work. This includes
images which illustrates shots
I would like to use, along with
colour schemes and effect ideas
which I would like to include
and expand upon.

7. To generate my concept image, I created a Photoshop CC image using photos
from the internet (not my own) I then used this image as a base design for my
concept image.

9. In general, I believe this is a fairly effective illustration of a shot in which i
wish to include within my work, it illustrates the use of the motion blur and
focal points greatly by using more defined markings and shading within the
closer rocks to highlight the clarity of the beach pebbles closer to the camera
and the blur of the pebbles further away. Along with the addition of motion
blur in the legs and more distant aspects of the images.
Although I feel this is a generally detailed and effective image, I don’t believe i
have quite achieved the professional level i would’ve wished for, this relates to
the clarity of the image and the depth of colour into the main aspects. For
example I would aim to enhance the depth within the pebbles closer to the
camera by learning more around the use of brushes, colour blending and other
technical equipment.
I also think that if I were to generate this image again or if I had more time to
complete it fully I would include a walkie talkie. This would not only enhance
the scene by improving the link to the script but i would also use it to
illustrates Jack’s lack of importance by focusing on the voice in the walkie
talkie

10. In general, I believe this is a fairly effective illustration of a shot in which i
wish to include within my work, it illustrates the use of the motion blur and
focal points greatly by using more defined markings and shading within the
closer rocks to highlight the clarity of the beach pebbles closer to the camera
and the blur of the pebbles further away. Along with the addition of motion
blur in the legs and more distant aspects of the images.
Although I feel this is a generally detailed and effective image, I don’t believe i
have quite achieved the professional level i would’ve wished for, this relates to
the clarity of the image and the depth of colour into the main aspects. For
example I would aim to enhance the depth within the pebbles closer to the
camera by learning more around the use of brushes, colour blending and other
technical equipment.
I also think that if I were to generate this image again or if I had more time to
complete it fully I would include a walkie talkie. This would not only enhance
the scene by improving the link to the script but i would also use it to
illustrates Jack’s lack of importance by focusing on the voice in the walkie
talkie