Story Board (Jonny & Fergal)

Understanding Camera Shot/ Angles/ Movement (Jonny)

Camera Shots




Extreme long shot

An extreme long shot is most commonly used as a scene- setting, establishing shot. Often shot outside, eg the outside of a building, or a landscape. There is very little detail visible in the shot as its intention is not to give information but instead a general impression of the setting.

Long shot

A long shot generally represents the image as aproximately 'life' size, ie corresponding to the real distance between the audience and the screen in a cinema. This shot will incude the characters entire body, with the head near the top of the frame and the feet near the bottom. While the focus is on characters, plenty of background detail still emerges.  

Medium shot

A medium shot will focus on the character from the knees/ waist up. This shot is often used for dialouge scenes or to show some detail of action. In a medium shot background detail is minimal this is often because the location has already been set  earlier in the scene. An over the shoulder shot (used to film conversations over one of the characters shoulders) is a popular medium shot often used in films.

Close up

A close up shot focuses on a certain object or person and shows very little background. A close up shot magnifies the object representing its importance, be it words written on paper, or the expression on someone's face. Close ups can be very intimate shots as in reality there are very few people we would let get that close to our face. Close up shots can make us feel very comfortable or uncomfortable towards a certain character. 

Extreme close up

An extreme close up shot is a very artificial shot in the sense of it is able to magnify beyond what the human eye is capable of in reality. An extreme close-up of a face, for instance, would show only the mouth or eyes, with no background detail whatsoever. Extreme close ups are most commonly used for dramatic effect.

Camera Angles


 

Birds eye view

As the name suggests a 'birds eye angle' films in the similar perspective of a bird flying in the sky. This is a very strange and un natural angle, however this angle can put the audience in a godlike position, looking down on the action. This angle is best used to make people look insignificant, ant like, part of a wider scheme of things. 

 

High angle

A high angle shot is not as extreme as a birds eye view. Camera is positioned over the object at a high angle looking down. This shot is best used to make the object photographed seem smaller, and less significant.

 Eye level

Eye level camera angles are a fairly basic and neutral shot. The shot perceives that the view is from a human actually observing the scene. The camera is often placed aproximately five to six feet from the ground.

 

 
 
 




Low angle
 

Low camera angles are useful for increasing height and showing a sense of superiority to an object. Low angles help give a sense of confusion to a viewer, of powerlessness within the action of a scene. The background of a low angle shot will tend to be just sky or ceiling, the lack of detail about the setting adding to the disorientation of the viewer.

with reference to: http://www.mediaknowall.com/camangles.html

Filming Schedule (Jonny)

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Iconic Sounds Of An Action Thriller (Jonny & Fergal)

Iconography of Action and Thriller (Fergal)

Iconography of Action and Thriller

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Our Film Rating (Jonny)

If we were to rate our film solely on the 2 minute opening then we would be inclined to rate it a 12A. We have chosen this because in the opening no bad language or sexual references are used. There are small amounts of violence and drug use (Fergal smoking cigarette) however these are not intense enough to be given a '15' rating. If we were to make the whole film we believe it would be more likely to receive an age certificate of '15' as more bad language and graphic violence would be used along with adult themes including sexual references and glamorised drug use. A '15' age rating would suit our proposed demographic for our film as we did plan to make it for the 16+ market.

BBFC Ratings (Jonny)

U’ which stands for: Universal – Suitable for all.

This is lowest classification the BBFC can give to a film. They believe a U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over, however they do state that

it is impossible to predict what

might upset any particular

child. If any Fighting, Threats or Horror is used the BBFC say that it is important the movie then shows counterbalances towards them in order to reassure the younger viewers.

If a work is particularly suitable

for a pre-school child to view

alone, this will be indicated in

the Consumer Advice.

No discriminatory language or behaviour unless

clearly disapproved of.

Drugs

No references to illegal drugs or drug misuse unless

they are infrequent and innocuous, or there is a clear

educational purpose or anti-drug message suitable

for young children.

Horror

Scary sequences should be mild, brief and unlikely to

cause undue anxiety to young children. The outcome

should be reassuring.

Imitable behaviour

No potentially dangerous behaviour which young

children are likely to copy. No emphasis on realistic

or easily accessible weapons.

Language

Infrequent use only of very mild bad language.

Nudity

Occasional natural nudity, with no sexual context.

Sex

Mild sexual behaviour (for example, kissing) and

references only (for example, to ‘making love’).

Theme

While problematic themes may be present, their

treatment must be sensitive and appropriate for

young children.

Violence

Mild violence only. Occasional mild threat or

menace only.

PG: Parental Guidance with General viewing.

Some scenes may be unsuitable

for young children however

Unaccompanied children of

any age may watch. The BBFC

do not believe  A ‘PG’

film should disturb children

aged around eight or older.

However, parents are advised

to consider whether the content

may upset younger or more

sensitive children.

Discrimination

Discriminatory language or behaviour is unlikely to

be acceptable unless clearly disapproved of or in an

educational or historical context. Discrimination by

a character with which children can readily identify

is unlikely to be acceptable.

Drugs

References to illegal drugs or drug misuse must be

innocuous or carry a suitable anti-drug message.

Horror

Frightening sequences should not be prolonged or

intense. Fantasy settings may be a mitigating factor.

Imitable behaviour

No detail of potentially dangerous behaviour which

young children are likely to copy. No glamorisation

of realistic or easily accessible weapons.

Language

Mild bad language only.

Nudity

Natural nudity, with no sexual context.

Sex

Sexual activity may be implied, but should be

discreet and infrequent. Mild sex references and

innuendo only.

Theme

Where more serious issues are featured (for example,

domestic violence) nothing in their treatment should

condone unacceptable behaviour.

Violence

Moderate violence, without detail, may be allowed,

if justified by its context (for example, history,

comedy or fantasy).

No one younger

than 12 may see a ‘12A’ film in a

cinema unless accompanied by

an adult, and films classified

‘12A’ are not recommended for a

child below 12. An adult may take

a younger child if, in their

judgement, the film is suitable

for that particular child. In such

circumstances, responsibility for

allowing a child under 12 to view

lies with the accompanying adult.

Any misuse of drugs must be infrequent and should

not be glamorised or give instructional detail.

Horror

Moderate physical and psychological threat may be

permitted, provided disturbing sequences are not

frequent or sustained.

Imitable behaviour

Dangerous behaviour (for example, hanging, suicide and

self-harming) should not dwell on detail which could be

copied, or appear pain or harm free. Easily accessible

weapons should not be glamorised.

Language

Moderate language is allowed. The use of strong

language (for example, ‘fuck’) must be infrequent.

Nudity

Nudity is allowed, but in a sexual context must be brief

and discreet.

Sex

Sexual activity may be briefly and discreetly portrayed.

Sex references should not go beyond what is suitable for

young teenagers. Frequent crude references are unlikely

to be acceptable.

Theme

Mature themes are acceptable, but their treatment must

be suitable for young teenagers.

Violence

Moderate violence is allowed but should not dwell on

detail. There should be no emphasis on injuries or blood,

but occasional gory moments may be permitted if

justified by the context.

Sexual violence may only be implied or briefly and

discreetly indicated, and must have a strong contextual

justification.

No one younger than 15 may

see a ‘15’ film in a cinema.

No one younger than 15 may

rent or buy a ‘15’ rated

video work.

Discrimination

The work as a whole must not endorse discriminatory

language or behaviour.

Drugs

Drug taking may be shown but the film as a whole must not

promote or encourage drug misuse. The misuse of easily

accessible and highly dangerous substances (for example,

aerosols or solvents) is unlikely to be acceptable.

Horror

Strong threat and menace are permitted unless sadistic

or sexualised.

Imitable behaviour

Dangerous behaviour (for example, hanging, suicide and

self-harming) should not dwell on detail which could be

copied. Easily accessible weapons should not be glamorised.

Language

There may be frequent use of strong language (for example,

‘fuck’). The strongest terms (for example, ‘cunt’) may be

acceptable if justified by the context. Aggressive or repeated

use of the strongest language is unlikely to be acceptable.

Nudity

Nudity may be allowed in a sexual context but without

strong detail. There are no constraints on nudity in a

non-sexual or educational context.

Sex

Sexual activity may be portrayed without strong detail.

There may be strong verbal references to sexual behaviour,

but the strongest references are unlikely to be acceptable

unless justified by context. Works whose primary purpose is

sexual arousal or stimulation are unlikely to be acceptable.

Theme

No theme is prohibited, provided the treatment is

appropriate for 15 year olds.

Violence

Violence may be strong but should not dwell on the infliction

of pain or injury. The strongest gory images are unlikely to

be acceptable. Strong sadistic or sexualised violence is also

unlikely to be acceptable.

There may be detailed verbal references to sexual violence

but any portrayal of sexual violence must be discreet and

have a strong contextual justification.

Discrimination

Discriminatory language or behaviour must not be

endorsed by the work as a whole. Aggressive

discriminatory language or behaviour is unlikely

to be acceptable unless clearly condemned.

Drugs

Production Name (Fergal)



This is Rolling Log Pictures I came up with the idea because  thought of a brilliant image in my head of a log on the water and I called it rolling log Pictures.



This can be one of our production names comment on whether it needs improvement or if you think its good or whatever. I first thought this one should be phoenix productions but then as I moved through making it a changed the colour and I thought this would look brilliant.







This is another of my production names, I thought of this one becuase I realised that what you do with a movie is you watch it and an iconic picture of film watching is glasses so I came up with Spectacle Entertainment then I published it and jonny said it would be better to be Spectacle Productions so I changed it.





A History Of The Action Thriller Genre (Jonny)

A History Of The Action Thriller Genre

Typical Synopsis of an Action Thriller Film (Fergal)

Action Synopsis

In this genre there can be one or more heroes that are thrown into a chain of events and challenges that test their physical features such as extended fights and frantic chases. The heroes occasionally have a resourceful character e.g a damsel in distress. The hero could be struggling against incredible odds such as, life-threatening situations, an evil villain, or being chased in several ways of transportation (car, bus, truck, etc.), usually a victory is achieved for the hero after difficult physical efforts and violence. the story and character development are usually seen after a few explosions, fist fights, gunplay and car chases. All of this contributes to a typical synopsis of an Action Genre


Thriller Synopsis

In a thriller their can be Robbery's, kidnappings their can aslo be a police investigation. There can also be somone who gets put  in jail for a crime they have not commited and when they get out they seek revenge on the person that framed them. There can be drug deals and people could owe others money therefore leading to a scene where a character is held as a hostage to get the money back or the main character who has got the money might be taken and beaten up. Lastly there can be knife crimes and guns involved which often results in lots of blood.

Nine frame structure analysis of film opening (including titles) of film in your genre (Fergal)

Hostage Opening Sequence

The first opening frames for the film hostage are basic and only include information on the film production companys this is done in a bold red font on a black background, very eye catching!  After this an in the second frame is an animated background is formed of a large city full of sky scrapers. The frame continues but the colours have been mixed the scheme of colour is now shown as being red, black and an off white. The title of the film appears shortly after the long shot animation of the city, it appears in bold red letters coming from what looks like a birds eye view of the city. the names of the poeple in the film appear on the side of buildings or any object that is in shot ina bold white font. all of the titles are of things happening around the city.

Synopsis and Main Characters (Jonny)

Synopsis

 an individual is a victim of mistaken-identity where he finds his account balance to hold many thousands of pounds. Money he is fully aware does not belong to him. Despite this he uses what he believes a miracle from above to leave his boring life to live a high life of fast cars, girls, casinos, and dabbles on the stock market. His life is a luxury, until it all comes crashing down when the rightful owner of the small fortune (a notorious London gangster) tracks him down demanding every penny.

Characters

Individual 21 years old, lives alone in run down flat, currently unemployed living off the last of parents inheritance. One day he finds his bank account jumping from 10 pence to 10 million. As a foolish 21 year old he does not notify the bank and suddenly begins living a luxurious life.

London Gangster 28, Living a luxurious Lifestyle. Loses millions of pounds when it is accidently placed in someone else’s bank account. On a mission to track this person, nothing will get in his way to gain back what is rightfully his. 

Film Genre (Fergal)



In this Opening sequence we see a wide view spanning over a city it switches between a ig view to a close of a character riding a bike through the city and over a bridge this film was directed by Robert Luketic an australian director the film stars  Jim Sturgess, Kevin Spacey, Laurence Fishbourne, Kate Bosworth, Liza Lapira, Jacob Pitts and Aaron Yoo. a films where these 7 characters make a team to scam and make a lot of money from Las Vegas casinos.

I, Robot a Science-Fiction/ action film in the opening sequence we see the titles of the film come up as if under water because they appear in bubbles, as it moves on we see a car with a girl frantically banging on the glass as if trying to escape, the camera is jolting between Will Smith (the main Character) and the girl, this shows that people are struggling as we see them struggling 3 small paragraghs appear one after the other again they appear in bubbles and they talk about 3 rules about robots after the 3 "rule" appear a robot smashes a window and grabs the camera the is a quick black out. We return to see Will Smith's Face in bed in his home, he gets up and he turns on his radio which plays "very supersticious."





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At the start of the opening 2 minutes of this film, directed by Guy Ritchie and produced by Joel Silver, its starts off with the titles and the different contributers of the films showing up on a ruggedy pavement with the theme music playing slowly in the background. As soon as the titles are over it moves swiftly into a fast pase scene with a horse drawn cart speeding along a cobble path in london, the camera moves between the cart and a man, when in the cart the mise-een-scene shows the men putting ammunition into their guns and two important characters are holding revolvers. we then skip to the mysterious man who we find out to be Robert Downey Jr. who plays Sherlock Holmes. He burst through doors that appear to be at the side of a large church. as the camera follows him down the stairs we hear him speeking, analysing a situation, as his thoughts play out we see him, in slow motion, disable a man he describes how he does this in his monitone speech beforehand.  



Poster Analysis (Jonny)

"21" is the fact-based story about six MIT students who were trained to become experts in card counting and subsequently took Vegas casinos for millions in winnings.

In acordance to the movie based on the above story the poster is presented on a pair of cards which in the famous casino game black jack add up to the sum of 21. This allows the viewer to clearly understand that some form of casino/ Gambling will be present in this movie. On front of the cards are the key characters in the film with the main character Ben Cambell (played by Jim Sturgess) In this shot they look superior by the way they are positioned along with their facial expressions and what they are wearing. There is a lot of light coming from behind them which adds confusion to the viewer about where this is coming from. There is a good contrast between dark and light colours although the characters wear black suits and dresses the actual poster is very light giving an interesting contrast. The actual title of the film is positioned in the centre of the poster although it is slightly angled in order to not block key features of the characters aswell as causing the viewer to tilt there head. Other important information is placed in the same wal down the page with the release date at the very bottom in quite small font in comparison to other film posters.

How we incorporated required elements in to our preliminary task (Jonny)

The requirements for our preliminary task were as follows;  To film a character opening a door, crossing a room, sitting down in a chair opposite another character, with whom he exchanges a couple of lines. We were asked to demonstrate shot-reverse-shot, match on action, and the 180 degrees rule. It was important that we incorporated these in to our piece as the task was marked on our ability to follow instructions by representing our basic filming knowledge in this short piece. We first went about discussing how we would fit these requirements in to our piece by deciding on a basic story line and where the different angles could fit in. we then represented this on a basic story board with arrows and annotations representing camera angles and movements. The story line involved a conversation at a table on the sixth form balcony, we chose this as it was easy to incorporate a door and a conversation would look normal in the scene. As all the angles had been drawn out we just followed the instructions on the story board. Once the filming was finished we then edited the piece to a high standard an inserted any titles that were needed.

Introducing The Team (Jonny)



Fergal Doran

A devoted Media Studies student who knows anything and everything about films (there’s not much he hasn’t seen!). As well as Media Fergal also takes Drama A-level a key skill in our group when acting is needed. Fergal’s acting skills allows us to contribute a greater viewing experience on to our pieces with the dramatic effect he is able to add in front of the camera. With his extent knowledge of films, the great contributions and suggestions towards our development of ideas gives us truly great story lines when planning and developing new filming projects.

Jack Morgan Jones 

A new student to St- Peters School, having chosen to move from Godalming College. We are ecstatic to have Jack as a member of the team. Jack has an extent knowledge and experience of filming and editing movies, this being a hobby Jack has pursued for the past 4 years. Jack is a great director with a great eye for filming interesting and exciting shot angles. With his experience Jack is already a master with the mac when editing is needed, allowing us to have a much more professional end product.

Jonny Murray

With his great teamwork skills Jonny attempts to ensure all members of the group are motivated and happy!  Achieving a grade ‘A’ in GCSE Drama Jonny also has capable acting skills when needed in the piece. Jonnys creative ‘out of the box’ thinking gives a great contribution on story lines and filming locations. Jonny is good at drawing storyboards which are able to represent the groups ideas, transferring them from thoughts in their head to solid filming directions on paper. This gives greater ease when filming commences as all relevant information is placed on paper.