Task 9: Final Product Of Filming, Target.

Here is the opening scene to our thriller, Target. The film follows the usual conventions of a thriller by leaving mystery to audience and portraying a clash between two different identities.

Task 6: Role Allocations

What might the role of the writer be?

The writer's role within the making of a film is to assure there is a script to be followed. He focuses on character development and creating a specific plot for the story to unfold, They are generally those who initiate the project. Books made into films are made possible by writers who take the writing of the book and adapt them into the real world.

What is the responsibility of the composer?

The composer is responsible for acquiring the music to be used alongside the film. This includes the main, often original, tracks that represent specifically that certain film. For example: all of the background music and tracks in Furious 7 were composed and selected by Brian Tyler.

What might the role of the camera person?

The camera person is there to ensure there is a variety of shots to discourage repetition within the film. They also take charge of the filming done that brings the film to its final cut while following the writer's instructions. This role is dominated by both genders.

What would be the role of the head casting?

Casting recruits individuals who most fit the character created by the writer. This is often done through auditions or previous connections of trust. They must ensure the character selected can appropriately fit that within the film to make it seem as natural as possible.

Who is producer of a film and what is there role?

While the producer takes on many background roles in administrating the film, they are also responsible for the financial aspects of film making within the scene.

What would be the role of  a film director?

Directs the film-making process to ensure that everybody is in proper position while following the current script.

Task 8: Storyboard

Task 10: Foundation Portfolio Evaluation

In what ways does your media product, develop or challenge forms and conventions of real media products?

We decided to create a Thriller, as we thought that it would appeal to more people our age. Thinking about the key convention of a Thriller, we included the use of shadows on black and white shots, with music that creates tension. There's changes in the angle of the camera shots that give the viewers different perspectives of both characters. We challenged the conventions by having a homosexual male antagonist, however his identity was known in the opening sequence, which follows the conventions of a thriller, as it shows the connection between both the antagonist and the protagonist - who is a stereotypical white male american. The Threshold video effect to not fully reveal the identity of the characters, to add mystery to the plot.

How does your media product represent particular social groups? 

Our opening sequence represents particular social groups in the style of Regional identity and Sexuality. The protagonist is American which is noticeable by his accent, whereas the antagonist who follows the name 'Malcolm', is british. This kind of mixes the stereotypical conventions of a thriller, because they are normally either completely American, or British, not a mixture of them both. The social class of both of the Antagonist, and Protagonist is unknown to the viewer as we haven't really made it clear as to what class they are, however looking at the mis-en-scene within the opening scene, it could be suggesting that both characters are middle class from the clothing that they wear.

What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?

In the UK, thrillers could be distributed by companies such as Metrodome which uses the microwave scheme, which gives small british films a chance to be produced with a budget of one hundred thousand pounds, however the producers only have a maximum of eighteen days for production. This would be ideal for our thriller as it is made within the UK with low funds. This would also be good advertisement as the company is known so it would help to get ghe word out about our media product.

Who would be the audience for your media product?

Our media production appeals to teenagers and young adults of all genders. We think it would appeal to the younger generation because they seek adrenaline through things like movies and TV pro gramme's. Thrillers are normally viewed by teenagers as its almost like a sense of 'rebellion'. The mystery in Thrillers drives younger audiences to pursue answers, only to answer later in the film. The opening sequence doesn't explicitly contain scenes or foul language, or scenes, so it wouldn't be an 18. It would have an age rating, however it wouldn't be a U, because it could be seen as too graphic for younger children, with the idea of gun shots, the minimum it would be classified as is PG, maybe a 12.

How did you attract/address your audience?

To attract our target audience, teenagers and young adults, we had to produce a opening sequence which would keep the target audience engaged. As we are teenagers as well, we know first hand what teenagers like in a thriller film, everyone enjoys different features, so we know we have to incorporate the stereotypical conventions of a thriller to keep them hooked. By changing the conventions, and having a homosexual male antagonist, this could appeal to more people as it shows variety in the opening sequence to extend our target audience. In terms of marketing, the best option would be to advertise the film on social media as it is widely used by teenagers and younger adults meaning the film would be shared globally. Another idea would be to advertise on TV and on billboards or ask local radio stations to vary the audience, as some adults could be interested.

What have you learned about technologies from the process of constructing this product?

Whilst filming our opening sequence we further understood how variety in camera angles within shots made a big difference in quality to the final product. We used SONY HD cameras to film our work. We also edited the opening sequence on Adobe Premiere CS5 which allowed us to experiment with different editing tools to improve our outcome. By having the freedom to edit, we decided to use the Threshold filter, which transformed our film into a black and white sequence, which now has the characteristics of a film noir. Previously we were aware of the Adobe Premiere functions, but we can now use it more confidently. In some of the shots that we took, we did break some of the camera rules, like the 180 degree rule, which we had to cut, so in future media products, we have learnt that we need to watch what we are doing more.

Looking back at your preliminary task, what do you feel you have learnt in the progression from it to the full product?

when looking back at our preliminary task, we feel like we have became more confident in Adobe Premiere CS5, and using the Sony HD Camera's. We've also became more aware of the rules when it comes to recording a sequence. We have also took the acting sides, more serious. After completing the preliminary task, we also realized that we thought to much into the storylines, and the simpler story lines seemed to work out better.

Task 5: Original Script For Target

Script:

*Alessandro walks through the automatic doors*
*He looks at his phone*

Alessandro: He has to be in here somewhere.

*Eliot is standing in the distance, near the coffee machine*

*Alessandro looks up towards Eliot*

Alessandro: (shouts) Malcom.

*Eliot looks up in surprise, and runs through the double doors dramatically*

*Alessandro remains calm and steadily chases Eliot through the doors and down the stairs*

*Eliot panics, runs into a door, finally opens it and runs*

*Eliot finds a door but is locked and he gives up*

INTERROGATION SCENE:

*close up on Eliot who is panicking sitting on a chair in an office*

*Alessandro walks in*

Alessandro: So, if you’re not guilty, why did you run?

*Eliot nervously sits there in silent, trying not to give anything away*

Alessandro: We know it was you Malcom, but we know you didn’t do it alone.

*Eliot again is silent*

Alessandro: Look, how about we compromise? If you tell me who helped you do it, I will cut you a bit of slack.

Eliot: She made me do it. I had no choice.

Alessandro: (Pause, act shocked and off guard) we are talking about a women here? A women did all this.

Eliot: Don’t underestimate her.

Alessandro: What’s her name?

Eliot: She doesn’t go by a name.

Alessandro: What does she go by?

Eliot: (Pause, debating whether to say) Metro.

*Alessandro picks up the phone*

Alessandro: The person behind all this, goes by the name Metro, she is our next target.

Task 2: Differences/Similarities In Studio Logos

Looking through the different studio logos it became apparent that simplicity was a major factor in attracting a target audience. A logo has a larger impact when it is simple and easier to remember. This causes the viewer to directly associate the company's logo with their products. With this we wanted to make sure our studio logo was memorable to the viewer. Some major logos were either just text and others had a background, we chose to go with having an atmospheric background. This is so our logo will stand out compared to others.

Task 2.1: SE7EN Intro Analysis

Pre-Title Sequence

Camera Angles: The camera focuses its movement on Morgan Freeman, this implies that he is going to be the main and most important character in the story. Low and high angle shots focus on his neatness throughout his apartment. There is also an over the shoulder shot that depicts him picking off a single hair off his coat, this shows his organization and professional level of work.

Editing: Slow motion is used in the scene to focus on the inability of the main character to perform certain actions due to age.

Sound: Ambient sounds cover the scene to show it's a very busy city. This may be to show that crime is an underground norm in the place they live.

Mise en Scene: The main character is dressed as a formal detective while the other detective is dressed slightly more casual. This is to show who takes their job more seriously while the other one may be slightly more laid back. The age difference between the two is very noticeable. This implies that the younger detective is learning from the "wiser" one's experiences.

Opening Sequence

Camera Angles: A sequence of extreme close-ups interrupted by editing are displayed. They focus on extreme details of what's going on foreshadowing future events. The camera never reveals the person in the opening sequence to leave a mysterious figure behind the actions the man is doing.

Editing: Constant jumps in scene follow the whole "mysterious" theme. The intro credits are also included within these clips with a lot of flashes in the names.

Sound: Music aligns well with the mysterious murderer theme. Has constant jumps that follow the jumps in the scenes. Follows a pattern that intensifies as a key detail in the scene is focused upon.

Mise en Scene: Person in the opening sequence's face is never shown to portray a mysterious figure. This also implies he is attempting to maintain his identity a secret. He is shown doing several acts that a murderer would commit such as erasing his fingerprints and crossing off people's faces from pictures.