Luke and I discussed several ideas for our teen horror film. we were asked to present one of our ideas in a "60 second pitch" format.
The idea is to gain interest in your film within a short explanation without giving too much away whilst also including the important points.The delivery of a 60 second pitch is very important in creating said interest.
Our idea and Title are subject to change but this is our 60 second pitch as it stands.
Metamorphosis
gray moore 60 sec by kbamediastudies
Thursday 20 October 2011
Monday 10 October 2011
Filming for the Preliminary task
Me and Luke took out a camera from the LRC in order to film our preliminary task.
Due to lesson constraints luke was unable to film with me and matt on the first day. Undeterred, me and matt filmed all of the shots only containing himself and the establishing shot.
The following day all three of us were available and we completed our filming.
We filmed using the locations and actors that we had originally planned on.
The next step was to transfer the footage from the SD card onto the computers for editing.
Due to compatibility issues surrounding the version of Final cut pro that we have installed, we had to transfer the footage into I movie first and export it as a single .MOV file.
Due to lesson constraints luke was unable to film with me and matt on the first day. Undeterred, me and matt filmed all of the shots only containing himself and the establishing shot.
The following day all three of us were available and we completed our filming.
We filmed using the locations and actors that we had originally planned on.
The next step was to transfer the footage from the SD card onto the computers for editing.
Due to compatibility issues surrounding the version of Final cut pro that we have installed, we had to transfer the footage into I movie first and export it as a single .MOV file.
Horror Film Openings.
As my task will be to create the opening of a teen horror film, we looked at the opening sequence of the films "The Shining (1980)" and "Wrong Turn (2003)". I noted that music is incredibly important in creating an atmosphere and setting the mood for the film. as the opening to the shining was definitely not as eerie without the iconic soundtrack.
Another important thing i noticed was that as tension increased in the latter film, the number of shots per second also increased. This will be helpful to me when i begin to edit my horror film opening as i will know to make quick cuts when there is tension in order to reflect the action.
Analyzing a film opening
I have been given the film "Jeepers Creepers (2001)" to analyze. The film is directed by Victor Salva and stars Gina Philips and Justin long.
I will edit in my shot by shot analysis of the film.
Another important thing i noticed was that as tension increased in the latter film, the number of shots per second also increased. This will be helpful to me when i begin to edit my horror film opening as i will know to make quick cuts when there is tension in order to reflect the action.
Analyzing a film opening
I have been given the film "Jeepers Creepers (2001)" to analyze. The film is directed by Victor Salva and stars Gina Philips and Justin long.
I will edit in my shot by shot analysis of the film.
Saturday 8 October 2011
Horror Film Questionnaire
In order to find out more about the audience of horror films, me and Luke conducted a questionnaire.
We asked if they enjoyed horror films, why they did or did not and what they thought about recycled conventions.
We decided to ask the following questions:
We asked if they enjoyed horror films, why they did or did not and what they thought about recycled conventions.
We decided to ask the following questions:
Do you enjoy Horror films?
What is your favourite Horror film?
Why is this your favourite Horror film?
What qualities do you look for in a horror film?
Which of the following Horror sub-genres do you enjoy watching?
- Slasher
- Teen Horror
- Spoof Horror
- Extreme
- Science fiction
Why do you watch Horror films?
Do you like when Horror films stick to the typical conventions of Horror films?
How often do you watch Horror films?
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/R55KLQLWednesday 5 October 2011
The Conventions of Horror films.
In order to convey to the audience that they are watching a Horror film, there are numerous codes, conventions and themes that are repeated within the genre.
The Setting
The setting within Horror films is quite often a secluded location far from civilization where there is no one available to help the protagonist. This makes the plot more dramatic as no one is at hand to help those in danger, the killer or threat is free to kill whomever they like.
Tripping over whilst running away
Whilst running from a killer it is quite common place for the victim to trip over, this is so that we become scared for the characters life, as it's now going to be a lot harder for them to get away. This increases suspense and makes for a more exciting sequence.
The Fake Scare
Another sequence that is often used is the "Fake Scare". This is where the character is scared by something unrelated to the real threat, although suspense has been built up in order to make the viewer and the character believe it is the real threat. the fake scare can take the form of something as stupid as a friend tapping them on the shoulder or a friend jumping out at them.
The Setting
The setting within Horror films is quite often a secluded location far from civilization where there is no one available to help the protagonist. This makes the plot more dramatic as no one is at hand to help those in danger, the killer or threat is free to kill whomever they like.
Tripping over whilst running away
Whilst running from a killer it is quite common place for the victim to trip over, this is so that we become scared for the characters life, as it's now going to be a lot harder for them to get away. This increases suspense and makes for a more exciting sequence.
The Fake Scare
Another sequence that is often used is the "Fake Scare". This is where the character is scared by something unrelated to the real threat, although suspense has been built up in order to make the viewer and the character believe it is the real threat. the fake scare can take the form of something as stupid as a friend tapping them on the shoulder or a friend jumping out at them.
Monday 3 October 2011
The Exorcist (1973)
The Exorcist (1973)
Director : William Friedkin
Release Date : December 26, 1973
Cast : Ellen Burstyn,Max von Sydow,Lee J. Cobb,Kitty Winn,Jack MacGowran,Jason Miller,Linda Blair
Synopsis : When a teenager is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two priests to save her daughter.
Director : William Friedkin
Release Date : December 26, 1973
Cast : Ellen Burstyn,Max von Sydow,Lee J. Cobb,Kitty Winn,Jack MacGowran,Jason Miller,Linda Blair
Synopsis : When a teenager is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two priests to save her daughter.
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