We decided to add the "|" symbols to either side to make it look slightly better.
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Tuesday, 12 April 2016
ConstructionPost - Name
We finally decided on a name for our film. We will be using the name "The Game Never Ends". This symbolises how the teens have almost no control and that they will be going through various challenges or games.
We decided to add the "|" symbols to either side to make it look slightly better.
We decided to add the "|" symbols to either side to make it look slightly better.
ConstructionPost - Whip Pan
Whip Pan
Definition - A camera panning movement fast enough to give a blurred picture.
We decided early on that we wanted a whip pan in our sequence, we got our inspiration from watching a previous AS opening sequence that used one. After we decided to use this technique, i immediately started looking for films that use them and example shots.
Now, looking back i think we should have watched some sort of tutorial, or asking for assistance. I think this because it took us multiple attempts to get a decent looking shot, even then, we had to do some editing. To do this type of shot you have to rapidly spin or move the camera. In our first attempt we tried to spin the camera on the tripod, but it was tightened too much, meaning that the camera moved too slow. After that, on our second attempt, we loosened it too much meaning that i wasn't spinning fully horizontal (This was the way we wanted it because it flows into the next shot).
This Was the final product ↓
Definition - A camera panning movement fast enough to give a blurred picture.
We decided early on that we wanted a whip pan in our sequence, we got our inspiration from watching a previous AS opening sequence that used one. After we decided to use this technique, i immediately started looking for films that use them and example shots.
Now, looking back i think we should have watched some sort of tutorial, or asking for assistance. I think this because it took us multiple attempts to get a decent looking shot, even then, we had to do some editing. To do this type of shot you have to rapidly spin or move the camera. In our first attempt we tried to spin the camera on the tripod, but it was tightened too much, meaning that the camera moved too slow. After that, on our second attempt, we loosened it too much meaning that i wasn't spinning fully horizontal (This was the way we wanted it because it flows into the next shot).
This Was the final product ↓
ConstructionPost - JumpCuts
Jump Cuts
A jump cut is a cut in film editing in which two sequential shots of the same subject are taken from camera positions that vary only slightly. This type of edit gives the effect of jumping forwards in time.
I was given feedback on my work and told to make it more fluid, and also to make the walking in the sequence over quicker. To do this i decided to attempt to use jump cuts at ever beat in the music. As every beat hit the characters would jump forward into a new area. For me to achieve this style of editing i watched a few edits that were made in a similar way and instantly knew that this style of editing would achieve these targets set to me.
Initially, i found it hard to fit in the cuts to suit the length of each beat. I also found that you have to pay close attention to the position of the characters feet before you make the cut, because if you make the cut when their foot os down and then cut back to when it is also down, it looks odd and makes the scene look weird. This is similar to match in action, as you have to pay attention to the characters previous position before you make the shot.
A jump cut is a cut in film editing in which two sequential shots of the same subject are taken from camera positions that vary only slightly. This type of edit gives the effect of jumping forwards in time.
I was given feedback on my work and told to make it more fluid, and also to make the walking in the sequence over quicker. To do this i decided to attempt to use jump cuts at ever beat in the music. As every beat hit the characters would jump forward into a new area. For me to achieve this style of editing i watched a few edits that were made in a similar way and instantly knew that this style of editing would achieve these targets set to me.
Initially, i found it hard to fit in the cuts to suit the length of each beat. I also found that you have to pay close attention to the position of the characters feet before you make the cut, because if you make the cut when their foot os down and then cut back to when it is also down, it looks odd and makes the scene look weird. This is similar to match in action, as you have to pay attention to the characters previous position before you make the shot.
Tuesday, 22 March 2016
Tuesday, 8 December 2015
Legally Blonde Opening
Legally Blonde Opening Sequence Analysis
The establishing shot of the Delta NU sign gives the audience an idea of the location, it is shown as quite Upper class, the pink hints that it is a sorority due to the stereotyping of the colour pink.
The first shots of the opening sequence shows the main characters hair, showing it as blond and almost Barbie like, linking it to the title of the film.
The establishing shot of the Delta NU sign gives the audience an idea of the location, it is shown as quite Upper class, the pink hints that it is a sorority due to the stereotyping of the colour pink.
The first shots of the opening sequence shows the main characters hair, showing it as blond and almost Barbie like, linking it to the title of the film.
Many close ups of the letter are used to show that it is important and also helps give a reason to show the setting around the house because it is tracking the letter.
Whilst the camera is following the letter it takes the perspective of one of the students riding in to university, it uses eye line matches to put you in the shoes of someone who goes to that university.
When the girl is going up the stair case there is a birds eye view from the top of the staircase. The girl the camera is following is holding the letter, giving away more of the setting. This also hints that the girl the camera is not h e main character, but the letter is associated with the main character.
Cross cutting is used between the letter and the main character getting ready shows how both events are happening at the same time. Slow motion is used and I think this is so represent the main characters feelings and that she does not want her perfect day to end. Action match is used when the letter slides under the door, this makes the scene flow and shows that the two things are connected. Long takes are used during the letter traveling through the seniority house so that viewers can get a grip of the surroundings.
The sound track that is used definitely portraits an up beat and happy film, it also makes you think that this setting is really active and friendly.
The tone of the girl's voice at the end of the opening is high-pitched and girly. This follows typical stereotypes of girls.
The music repeats the phrase 'perfect day' which shows how everything is happy and good, it also may show the main characters thoughts of the day.
The dialogue reveals how the character may be rich and possibly shallow and loves money, this would follow some stereotypes of women.
Dialogue between Elle and the person she is talking to on the phone show she is interested in typically feminine activities like shopping, reinforcing the stereotyped idea the audience is forming of her.
The titles are pink, and a lot of pink is used throughout the opening sequence. The emphasises the femininity of the main characters.
The setting is used of a sorority which suggests that there will be many, energetic girls in the film.
The prop of a hair brush shows how she is a stereotypical girl who cares about her appearance.
High key lighting is used which suggests the fun and light-hearted nature of the film.
The prop of the Homecoming Queen banner shows the audience that the main character is a typically popular and pretty girly character.
Whilst the camera is following the letter it takes the perspective of one of the students riding in to university, it uses eye line matches to put you in the shoes of someone who goes to that university.
When the girl is going up the stair case there is a birds eye view from the top of the staircase. The girl the camera is following is holding the letter, giving away more of the setting. This also hints that the girl the camera is not h e main character, but the letter is associated with the main character.
Cross cutting is used between the letter and the main character getting ready shows how both events are happening at the same time. Slow motion is used and I think this is so represent the main characters feelings and that she does not want her perfect day to end. Action match is used when the letter slides under the door, this makes the scene flow and shows that the two things are connected. Long takes are used during the letter traveling through the seniority house so that viewers can get a grip of the surroundings.
The sound track that is used definitely portraits an up beat and happy film, it also makes you think that this setting is really active and friendly.
The tone of the girl's voice at the end of the opening is high-pitched and girly. This follows typical stereotypes of girls.
The music repeats the phrase 'perfect day' which shows how everything is happy and good, it also may show the main characters thoughts of the day.
The dialogue reveals how the character may be rich and possibly shallow and loves money, this would follow some stereotypes of women.
Dialogue between Elle and the person she is talking to on the phone show she is interested in typically feminine activities like shopping, reinforcing the stereotyped idea the audience is forming of her.
The titles are pink, and a lot of pink is used throughout the opening sequence. The emphasises the femininity of the main characters.
The setting is used of a sorority which suggests that there will be many, energetic girls in the film.
The prop of a hair brush shows how she is a stereotypical girl who cares about her appearance.
High key lighting is used which suggests the fun and light-hearted nature of the film.
The prop of the Homecoming Queen banner shows the audience that the main character is a typically popular and pretty girly character.
Tuesday, 1 December 2015
The Brief
To research, plan, create and evaluate the opening sequence and titles to a new fiction film that lasts no longer than 2 minutes.
Continuity Editing
Specific order of titles
Introduction of setting, characters and events
Make audience immersed into the film and want to watch on
Preliminary Project
In the preliminary task we had to create a shot opening sequence to a film, the sequence had to include: Match on action, shot reverse shot and 180 degree rule. Also we added an eye-line match as a part of the extension task.
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- We completed the task and completed the extension.
- We used a variety of shots including over the shoulder, mid shots, close ups and long shots.
- The match on action was very smooth and clean meaning the scene flows.
EBI
EBI
- We could have made the scene more tense and the table flipping should have been faster.
- There are some small continuity errors that people could pick up on for example at 00:17 the characters arms move from one position to another.
- In the first shot the tripod is visible in the glass of the door.
Introduction
My name is Aaron Vincent-Powell, i am 16 years old, the course i am taking is Media Studies ALevel - OCR, I am studying media because i find it very interesting and i look to use media in my future career.
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