Question 6

Rough cut feedback (2)

We presented our rough cut 2 of our horror opening to the class. We done our best to improve 
from last time based on the feedback we received from the first rough cut. The only thing we 
weren't able to improve on was the lights. This was because we needed to film the scene again 
and we hadn't been able. The class understood we hadn't had the opportunity film because of
 the bad weather. This scene will be filmed again will a brighter torch so the scene is not too 
dark. After presenting to the class the 2nd rough cut, we were given feedback on their opinions 
on what we have done so far.Most of the feedback was given based on the text , this included 
the size , the colour , the positioning and the animation of the text. The text included things
such as the title of the film , the name of the production company, the actors and the director. 
Here is the feedback we were given:

What went well
- "The colour chosen for the title was very good " 
The colour we chose for our title was white. This was because we wanted it to be visual
on the screen and because it matched with the story line , which is about a little girl wearing 
a white dress.

- "The synchonized sound with the production company"
- The red and white colour chosen for the names 
We chose these colours to represent different things. The red was to represent danger and 
blood, whereas the white was to represent the white dress and the innocence of the little girl.
These colours contradict to each other which created tension and suspicion. 
- The date written made it more realistic that it was a footage.

What needs improving
 - "When Fernanda talks is  too loud"
To improve this we are going to film the scene again making my voice lower.
 - "Need to put a transition between the company name and the beggining of the film"


Here is the link to our 2nd rough cut horror opening :http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A39uZBq1YX4

BBFC Classification

We had to decide which age rating will go with our horror film opening and say why. We went to the BBFC website to see all the age rating guidelines to help us pick the correct one.  In my group we decided that the best age rating for our horror opening should be 15. We concluded on this because we read all the guidelines and it was the one that fitted the best. Here are some things that the BBFC 15 age rating matched with our horror opening. 
- strong violence
- portrayals of sexual activity
- strong verbal references to sex
- sexual nudity
- brief scenes of sexual violence or verbal references to sexual violence

Timelines

 

 

Rough cut feedback (1)

After presenting the rough cut of our horror film to our classmates, we received feedback on what they thought went well and what will need to improve.

The feedback we were given on what went well was the good use of camera angles and shots. We used a variety of camera angles such as two shot, point of view shot etc. Another thing that went well was the use of synchronous sound , this means that the sound matched with the scene. Another thing that went well was the sound used, this was because it built a good tension. Here are other feedback on what went well;
- The breathing and the filming from behind the tree was very affective.
- The trees was very affective.
- Clear storyline.
- Felt tension when the music came on.
- When I was taking a picture the camera angle used was a good choice.
- Enjoyed the point of view shot. 
- Good use of close ups.
- Tension building music was successful.
- Good use of handheld camera.

We were also given feedback on the things that could have improved. The main thing we need to improve is the lighting, since we were filming in a dark park , we aren't able to see some since properly. To improve we will be using a big torch. Another thing we need to improve is change the transition used because the one we picked is normally used in comedy genre instead of horror.  
After receiving all the feedback , we will be adjusting and changing some things based on the things that need to improve. Hopefully it will make our horror opening better.

Here is the link to our rough cut:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-gnsacI_KE

Breakdown

BREAKDOWN SHEET FOR SHOOTING

Storyboard scene number: 15 

Date: 13 - 12 - 13                                                 Time: 4 - 6 

Setting: Abandoned park                                       Location: Kennington Park 

Crew members and roles: 
Kristal - Camara 
Luke - Camara and acting  
Fernanda - Camara and acting 

Cast members:
Little Girl - Fernanda 

Extras: No extras needed 

Wardrobe: Long white dress ( old fashioned , dirty , with blood )

Make-up: Pale foundation 

Props: Fake blood 

Special effects: None needed

Potential problems and how you’re going to overcome them: As we are filming this in a dark park it will be difficult to maintain the correct lighting . The solution to this problem will be to get a torch or film in the park but closer to the post lamps. Also it will be difficult to make the make-up and costumes look scary. To overcome this problem we would search on-line how to do the correct make-up so we don't over do it.

BREAKDOWN SHEET FOR SHOOTING

Storyboard scene number: 1

Date: 06 - 12 - 13                                                 Time: 4 - 6 

Setting: Abandoned park                                       Location: Kennington Park 

Crew members and roles: 
Kristal - Camara 
Luke - Camara and acting  
Fernanda - Camara and acting 

Cast members:
Teenage girl No.1 : Ana 

Teenage girl No.2 : Daniela 

Teenage boy No.1 : Luke 

Teenage boy No.2 : Luke's friend 

Extras: No extras needed 

Wardrobe: Their own clothes 

Make-up: 

Eyeliner 

Foundation 

Mascara 

Lipgloss 

Props: None needed

Special effects: None needed

Potential problems and how you’re going to overcome them: As we are making a long shot of the cast walking inside the park, it will be hard having the park empty , since is a public park. To overcome this we will have to be ready whenever there is a opportunity and also be quick because there will be a lot of people crossing the park  

Animatic for film opening feedback

 My group and I had to create an Animatic as part of my preparation for my horror film. Even though it was difficult to identify the different shot types, we had tried to use a range of shot types in order to make it productive as well as effective.  We used a storyboard to draw each scene  that will be seen in our film. We had to make sure that our pictures were as precise as we wanted so that the audience were able to see exactly what shot we were going to use.After I preformed my Animatic to the class and teacher I received some feedback. This included things that's went well and things that needed improvement. The things my classmates said that went well was the pictures matched with the sounds, which meant it was synchronized. They also said that the story line was really good because of the setting used and costumes. The settings used were an abandoned park which was a typical horror conventions. Things we had to improve on was the length of the video. This was because it was too short. We now know that we will have to include more shots or make the shots longer when filming the horror opening. Another suggestion we had was to not give all the story away and to remember is just the opening. To improve this we decided not to show the little girl at the end so the audience stays with the doubt of what happened. All of thee comments will help my group and I improve so that the our horror opening is better.

Click here to view my Animatic:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-M2VST0mlzg