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Thursday, 14 July 2011
Wednesday, 13 July 2011
Genre- Film Trailer Analysis
As if I Am Not There
Music
The music for this trailer is slow paced and mainly uses the piano and sometimes the violin. This portrays to the audience that the film will be quite emotional and psychological because these instruments by themselves create a depressing, low atmosphere.
Slow Editing
The slow editing matches the music and again emphasis's that this will be an emotional film because as the editing is so slow, it allows the audience to see study the character's body language, facial expressions and appearance so the audience can clearly tell that she is unhappy and uncomfortable.
Awards & Critic's
This film has been given many awards so they illustrated this in the trailer to show that they have been recognized for making such a wonderful film. Although these are from sources such as the Sunday Times which is a British newspaper which targets middle class people who want to learn about the world and politics; This shows that the film will also be educational to watch.
Monday, 11 July 2011
Types of Camera Angle
I have decided to conduct some research into the types of camera angles that there are, I have done this because I would like the background knowledge that I would need in order to make the best decisions of what shots to use.
1) Birds eye view -
This is where the shot is taken from overhead or directly above. This gives the audience a sort of god-like feeling as they look down on the action. People can be made to look ant-like and significant, this is a useful shot when trying to create the idea of insecurities or overpowerment. However this shot can also be combined with a point of view to create a super-hero or someone flying in a helicopter for example.
2) High angle -
This is a step down from a birds eye view shot, the camera is lifted over the action, a high angle makes the object or character filmed seem less significant or overpowered, I also think that this shot could be used along with a 'zoom out' in order to show the character become and blending in with the scene which can make them look over powered.
3) Eye level -
this is more of a neutral shot, the camera seems to have taken human form and is watching over the scene, this brings focus to the heads and in particular the eye-level of the characters. To create this type of shot the camera is generally placed about 5 or 6 feet from the ground. (depending on the height of the character)
4) Low angle -
low angles give a sense of confusion to the audience. as they will feel powerless with in the scene, as the background is usually a ceiling or the sky the viewer will feel slightly disorientated as they have little view of the scene they are in. The audience will feel a sense of fear and insecurity when this shot is used, as they will feel psychologically dominated.
5) Oblique/canted angle -
This is where the camera is tilted to give the feeling of instability and in balance. if this camera shot is used along with a point of view shot and a hand held camera it can create the feeling of confusion and disorientation.
This is where the shot is taken from overhead or directly above. This gives the audience a sort of god-like feeling as they look down on the action. People can be made to look ant-like and significant, this is a useful shot when trying to create the idea of insecurities or overpowerment. However this shot can also be combined with a point of view to create a super-hero or someone flying in a helicopter for example.
2) High angle -
This is a step down from a birds eye view shot, the camera is lifted over the action, a high angle makes the object or character filmed seem less significant or overpowered, I also think that this shot could be used along with a 'zoom out' in order to show the character become and blending in with the scene which can make them look over powered.
3) Eye level -
this is more of a neutral shot, the camera seems to have taken human form and is watching over the scene, this brings focus to the heads and in particular the eye-level of the characters. To create this type of shot the camera is generally placed about 5 or 6 feet from the ground. (depending on the height of the character)
4) Low angle -
low angles give a sense of confusion to the audience. as they will feel powerless with in the scene, as the background is usually a ceiling or the sky the viewer will feel slightly disorientated as they have little view of the scene they are in. The audience will feel a sense of fear and insecurity when this shot is used, as they will feel psychologically dominated.
5) Oblique/canted angle -
This is where the camera is tilted to give the feeling of instability and in balance. if this camera shot is used along with a point of view shot and a hand held camera it can create the feeling of confusion and disorientation.
Types of Camera Movement
I have also conducted some research into camera movement as I have very little knowledge of what camera movements there are and how to create them. I am going to try and re-create some of these shots myself so that I can get used to how to film them.
1) Pans -
This is a movement where the camera scans the scene horizontally. This is mainly used in order to follow a character across the scene.
2) Tilts -
This is a movement where the camera scans the scene vertically. (similar to a pan)
1) Pans -
This is a movement where the camera scans the scene horizontally. This is mainly used in order to follow a character across the scene.
2) Tilts -
This is a movement where the camera scans the scene vertically. (similar to a pan)
3) Dolly shots -
This is where the camera is placed on a moving trolley, they are used in order to follow the character around a larger scene. Usually a track in built into the scene for the 'dolly' to wheel round on. This portrays a good idea of movement and can be used to show a characters journey.
This is where the camera is placed on a moving trolley, they are used in order to follow the character around a larger scene. Usually a track in built into the scene for the 'dolly' to wheel round on. This portrays a good idea of movement and can be used to show a characters journey.
4) Hand held shots -
This is where the camera is mounted on the character being used. This gives the audience insight into what the character does. I can be stabilised by a harness on the chest or a head camera (Being N-Dubz is a prime example). However a hand held can just be carried in order to create a jerky and ragged effect that can make the audience feel disorientated and confused. hand held shots bring the audience into the scene and can create a type of gritty realism.
This is where the camera is mounted on the character being used. This gives the audience insight into what the character does. I can be stabilised by a harness on the chest or a head camera (Being N-Dubz is a prime example). However a hand held can just be carried in order to create a jerky and ragged effect that can make the audience feel disorientated and confused. hand held shots bring the audience into the scene and can create a type of gritty realism.
5) Cranes -
This is basically a dolly shot but in the air, the camera can move in all directions (up, down, left and right) and can create the idea of swooping (bird) or can follow a prop for example a feather into the air as it flies.
This is basically a dolly shot but in the air, the camera can move in all directions (up, down, left and right) and can create the idea of swooping (bird) or can follow a prop for example a feather into the air as it flies.
6) Zoom lenses -
A zoom is used in order to get further into or further away from the action, however if a smash zoom (fast zoom) is used the image can become blurred and distorted this can be an effect within itself however to create the idea of mystery or suspicion a slow zoom can be used.
7) Aerial shots -
This is where a helicopter is used to film, it creates an establishing shot and sets the scene in a very exciting way also the helicopter can move in every direction which gives the camera freedom of movement; however sound can be very annoying and no real detail can be picked up.
Different Camera Shots
When creating our teaser trailer we will try and incorporate some of the different camera angles displayed above, to give a variety of shots and make the teaser trailer more interesting to watch.
What is the role of the Producer?
Producer A film producer role is to firstly to obtain the rights to create the screenplay. The producer oversees the process of creating the film, through co-ordinating and supervising the major aspects of the film. Their role also includes fundraising for the film and also hiring important staff such as the line producer and the casting director.
The producer also is in charge of the roles of executive producer and the line producer
The executive producer is not involved in the day-to-day production but is in charge of representing the financial investor of the film; this could be the distributor or a film studio. The executive producer can be also be the author of the book that the film is based on or even an actor who has convinced the studio to run the filming process.
Co-producers and Associate producers are not as involved as the executive producer, their role is to support the executive producer and producer where needed.
A line producer's has a very hands on role they are involved in the day-to-day financial and production problems, they are also involved in supporting the director with their decisions.
| “ | From the first draft script, through all stages of production, to the final dub, success or failure rests largely in the hands of the producer. Experience in this field does not come overnight. Rather it is born out of long years of creative and technical know-how, and above all a love for the job and all that goes with it, together with the ability to choose the right talent with which to surround himself. - Julien Wintle (1913–1980) (producer and editor) | ” |
The producer also is in charge of the roles of executive producer and the line producer
The executive producer is not involved in the day-to-day production but is in charge of representing the financial investor of the film; this could be the distributor or a film studio. The executive producer can be also be the author of the book that the film is based on or even an actor who has convinced the studio to run the filming process.
Co-producers and Associate producers are not as involved as the executive producer, their role is to support the executive producer and producer where needed.
A line producer's has a very hands on role they are involved in the day-to-day financial and production problems, they are also involved in supporting the director with their decisions.
What is the role of the director?
The job of a film director is one of the most important roles when creating a film. Their job involves many creative aspects whilst organising a production team. They are the main person needed to make a film as they control everything. They include;
-Bringing the author/ screen writer's vision to life
-Overseeing the work of the film producer
-They cut the script into short sequences, and decide on the camera angles that will work well with certain events
-They normally conduct a rehersal so that they know how the scene will look and if any small changes need to be made e.g. the way an actor speaks a line
-Once the film is finished they work closely with the editor to ensure that certain emotions are portrayed well through editing, the composition of shots are correct and that the sound matches on screen actions.
Examples:
Steven Spielberg- War Horse, Shindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Transformers, War of the Worlds, Jurassic Park, ET, Indiana Jones etc.
Tim Burton-Edward Scissor Hands, Alice in Wonderland, Sweeny Todd, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Corpse Bride
Guy Ritchie- Rock'n'Rolla, Sherlock Holmes, Suspect
-Bringing the author/ screen writer's vision to life
-Overseeing the work of the film producer
-They cut the script into short sequences, and decide on the camera angles that will work well with certain events
-They normally conduct a rehersal so that they know how the scene will look and if any small changes need to be made e.g. the way an actor speaks a line
-Once the film is finished they work closely with the editor to ensure that certain emotions are portrayed well through editing, the composition of shots are correct and that the sound matches on screen actions.
Examples:
Steven Spielberg- War Horse, Shindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Transformers, War of the Worlds, Jurassic Park, ET, Indiana Jones etc.
Tim Burton-Edward Scissor Hands, Alice in Wonderland, Sweeny Todd, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Corpse Bride
Guy Ritchie- Rock'n'Rolla, Sherlock Holmes, Suspect
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