Rough Cut Evaluation (so far, needs to be editied)

We went to crystal palace park to film our title sequence. So far we have a good idea of what were doing, for example the who concept of the film and what is required from us. we have a decent amount of footage which we can then use for our rough cut and potentially for our final title sequence. We then have to edit what we have done.

What we have done well is the amount of footage and pictures we have- having a suffice amount of footage is beneficial because if we weren't happy with what we have done, we would always have some other form of footage which could be utilized well. We also had a clear view of what we wanted to film and where we wanted to film. I believe that this is good as it shows that we have a clear idea of what we intend to do so we could focus on what needed to do then focus on finishing touches.

what I believe we should've done before to avoid the position we were in was not to procrastinate. Although we had a clear view of what we needed to be done, we had left what we considered to be the essential part of this coursework which was the filming. We had also changed our idea which could have been detrimental if we had left filming too late.

Music Analysis (update)

Although we had came to a conclusion to what song we will use for our title sequence, we had then changed our ideas again to possibly pick upon a few more marks by remaking the music on Garageband. Garage is a software in which enables you to produce your own compositions easily.

So far we have started the piece and and this is what we have done so far:

As you can see, the screenshots show the instruments used and what we have done. We then decided that it would be better to just use one instrument (piano) as it would give the title sequence more of a sinister feeling to it.

however we then came to a conclusion that the composition should only consist of a piano as we believed that it would have made more of an impact by itself.

Production log: why riverview park?

One of the locations we will be shooting our shots in is Riverview Park. The reason why we chose this location is because it has some interesting places within it; which connote the themes and ideas we want present in our title sequence for our film: The Missing. The image in the top left corner shows an old bridge. One of our main characters; Daniel Brown will walk over this bridge to look for clues in the park to help him locate his 'missing' friend Sean. This bridge is an unappealing location which will make our audience wonder: why would Sean be here? Did someone take him here? Or is he 'missing' in this location. This bridge will also connote the theme of fear; which is a crucial theme to be present when watching a thriller.
The second image in the top right corner is a picture of a river in Riverview Park. Daniel Brown will then walk to this river to look for clues to help him find Sean. This river connotes the idea of a mystery; this is also a crucial theme when watching a thriller. This will make our audience ask questions such as: what has happened to Sean? Or is he still alive?. Overall Riverview Park will help us in ensuring the crucial themes and conventions of a thriller are present throughout our title sequence.

How we created our title sequence

Firstly we had to come up with an idea, so Sam was in charge of that however I did influence the decisions he had made for instance whether our title should be narrative or abstract (we came to the conclusion that we should make an abstract title sequence). Once Sam and I came up with a rough idea of our title sequence. The next task we needed to do was find a location to shoot our title sequence the lost.  we decided to film at Croydon road recreational ground. Once we finish our filming, we will proceed to editing the footage we currently have on final cut pro. As Sam is focusing on the editing, it is my responsibility to focus on the music for this title sequence. I decided to use garage band to make this composition however it will be a remake to how much a dollar cost by Kendrick Lamar. Once this is done we will put all our work together and evaluate what we more we may need to do.

Individual Responsibilities

For mine and Samuel's title sequence the lost, we have certain responsibilities in order for the progress for our title sequence to function fluently.

The main things I will be in charge of are the following:

• Making sure I am wearing the necessary and appropriate clothing- this is one of the most important things because if I were not to wear the correct clothing, this could effect the production of the filming.
• I am a reliable person- If my partner was expecting me to bring something or be at the location of the title sequence at a specific time and I didn't arrive on time or failed to ring what was required of me, this could also effect the making of our title sequence
• communicate well- this is a vital asset to have as if I didn't have this, we couldn't make agreements for certain things which could lead to  fallout and this could determine how well the title sequence is executed.
• Come to agreements with- This also links with being able to communicate well- in order for this title sequence
• Be responsible for my actions- as we our working as a group, we need to be responsible for our actions as this could also lead to a fallout.

Sam is responsible for the following:

• bringing the equipment- This is overall the most important thing as if Samuel were to forget the camera, it is his responsibility to bring it.
• being reliable- although I am reliable, it is also Sam's responsibility to be consistent and reliable in what he may have to do.

Most, if not all bullet points apply to each other as we may both be in charge of other things.

Animatic

How we market our title sequence

How will we market our Thriller: The Missing 

We plan to use social media to our advantage, to help us advertise The Lost. Firstly we plan to have adverts such as a trailer on popular websites such as YouTube. This will help our film to get exposure because our target audience for The Lost are active users of social media websites. We also plan to use Google for adverting. This would be similar to how Star Wars used Google to help advertise the movie. Another way we are going to advertise The Lost is through television adverts. For this to be affective we'll have to get popular time slots between shows in which a lot of people are tuned in watching , such as: X Factor. Another way we are considering to advertise The Lost is on the side of buses. We believe this will be effective because members always use public transport and they'll see the poster for our movie The Lost.

Costume analysis

For our title sequence the lost, as the synopsis outlines that they have came back from school however they are older then secondary school pupils (18),  we have decided to make the main character wear a suit (sixth form clothing). This consists of a regular black suit, black shoes and a normal black coat. This outfit shows how inferior a student could be (in comparison to the potential murder).

Pitch

Pitch from maybachg911

Analysis of music i have chosen

How Much A Dollar Cost is a song Kendrick Lamar's third studio album: To Pimp A Butterfly. The albums main lyrical content consist of black American culture and issues in the United states. Throughout this album Lamar tells stories about his personal experiences as an African American and he also gives his opinions on the current state of the world.
How Much A Dollar Cost is a song about an experience Lamar had while he was in Johannesburg, South Africa. He was approached by a homeless man who asked him for 10 Rands; which is the equivalent to one dollar. Lamar refused to give the man a dollar; thinking he would spend it on alcohol or drugs, however the homeless man continued to ask. the homeless man eventually asked one last time before revealing who he actually was: God. Lamar had failed this test from God, and as a result of this he used his musical platform to not only repent but to awaken his fans and citizens of the world. How Much A Dollar Cost is a trick/ rhetorical question apposed by Lamar to the listener of this song to open up their mind to a different way of thinking. The main messages of this song is that us as people of the western world are in a position to help those who are less fortunate, however our mentality is too greedy and selfish to reach out to people who need us in their time of need. The second message Lamar is trying tell society is hat money doesn't matter, we just need love for the world to function efficiently. The reason why I will be using the instrumental for this song in my title sequence for my movie: The Missing is because the instrumental has the connotations of: depression, regret and remorse. These are some of the themes I want to be present in my title sequence and this instrumental will help me in ensuring they are present throughout my title sequence.

Moodboard

A level media moodboard from maybachg911

Target Audience Profile Part 1

The audience i have targeted are teenagers preferably aged between 16 and 19. The reason for this is because the main protagonist is aged around this particular age group (18), not only that, but teeagers around this age generally hold more interest in watching films as opposed to older people. I will be going into further detail about the type of teenagers that would watch this film.

Male character

My name is Elliot, I am 16 years of age and currently studying at Langley boys. The subjects I am studying are GCSE Media, Photography and Music. I enjoy these subjects as i feel it would contribute towards what i want to do in sixth form which are the following A levels; Media, BTec sport and Photography. I believe chosing the these subjects will help me understand what i want to do in the future which is to become a film or music producer. my favourite genre of film would have to be thrillers becsue the suspense and tension in them. I also enjoy going out with my friends and watching thriller films with them because they also get very scared when watching them. The main things i would expect in a thriller is not a wide use of lighting, very little blood shed or seen but some form of suspision created throughout the film. I enjoy classical music however my friends insult me because I listen to a different genre of music to them. I particularly enjoy playing cricket, i am currnetly in the under 17's national cricket team for England. This for me is extremely exciting as if all doesnt go well with my aspirations to become a film producer, i could take on cricket as a career.

 

 

female character

 

My name is Kendra am 17 years old. I am in sixth form and studying at Harris Upper Norwood. I had gotten all A's in GCSE. The subjects i studied were History, French and Business and communications. I am now studying A level Socialology, Government and politics and Law. I believe choosing these subjects will push me in the right directions to make my aspirations of becoming a lawyer, come true. I do enjoy watching films, particularly with my family. I prefer watching thrillers over horrors becauase i like when films require seriouis contemplating. I also like when they may not have a story behind it, this is why i prefer abstract films over narrative as I can think about what is really happening. I listen to a wide variety however i do prefer American Hip-Hop/rap, this is because i like annotating some of the things rappers quote for example, Kendrick lamar is an influential rapper which speaks from about the things that are currently going on int the world and ways of preventing them, this is why i would consider him as an influential role model particularly for teenagers like myself.



 

Treatment

It is currently 3:30pm, the 24th November 2015 Daniel Brown (the protagonist) is looking for his friend Sean. Sean is Daniel's closest friend and Daniel is willing to put everything on the line in order to find some crucial information to what could have happened to him and why he is missing. Daniel is in Beckenham park, looking for Sean as this is where Sean used to go through in order to get home quicker. It was the night of 23rd of November, Sean had came from a detention, this finished around 5pm therefore he had to rush home however Sean never made it home. Daniel is now on a quest to find his best friend in possibly one of the last places he was known to be. The clues he found were his diary, this is significant as Daniel never knew that Sean had kept such a big secret from him. Daniel is in Beckenham park for hours trying to look for anything else which could lead to an answer. Although Sean's disappearance has nearly been over 24 hours and Daniel feels it is necessary to contact the police. Will Daniel ever find him Sean?

 THE LOST

Lighting analysis

The film I will be analysing is Paranormal activity: The marked ones. This is a supernatural horror which takes place in America. The aspect that makes this film a lot more terrifying is the choice of lighting. The there isn't a lot of lighting used in most scenes, this creates suspension and tension throughout the film. In the trailer, the producers intend on captivating you through certain aspect of the film, in this case, the effective use of lighting. Although there isn't much lighting used in this trailer, the constant use of torches have a significant impact in the trailer and film as it demonstrates fear and insecurity. As the trailer starts, you can notice very few light is used and this generally occurs throughout the trailer of this film. The connotations of dark surroundings could be fear- doesn't have a positive feeling to it. The constant use of low key lighting creates an atmospheric and intense mood in a film- this is why these produces had decided to use constant low key lighting. 

Character profile

The Lost: the main character Daniel Brown

Daniel Brown is a young man aged 18. Daniel is a cunning person who is willing to sacrifice his needs in order to find his friend. Although at first he has no sense of direction of where to look for his friend, he uses the people he knows and his surroundings to the best of his ability. Daniel is also very good at putting different situations together to get a complete image. This means that although Daniel finds singular clues throughout his search, he is able to put clues together to help him get closer to his friend. Daniel is also able to infer clues; this means that Daniel is able to think out of the box, which helps him use clues beyond their physical abilities.
Although Daniel is hurt by his friend missing, he is also aware of the abilities he has and he finds a way to embrace his situation by passionately trying to solve the mystery of his beloved friend. Daniel is also an educated person who uses his knowledge of subjects such as science to help him find out who was last interacting with his friend. Daniel looks at fingerprints on the clues he finds to help him locate his friend.
Overall Daniel is a hard working young man who is willing to go the extra mile in order to find his friend. This results in Daniel always inferring information throughout the film in the attempt to find his friend.

Shot, costume and props list

Storyboard

Location analysis

In our title sequence for our movie: The lost, we will be using this bridge in Riverview park. we will be using this location because this bridge isn't used often by the public. The main character in The lost: Daniel Brown will walk over this bridge to look for clues in Riverview park to help him find his missing friend Sean. In our title sequence this bridge will represent an isolated setting. This will help us to reach the expectations of our target audience because isolated settings is an important convention of a Thriller.

We will be using this footpath in our title sequence because it will lead our main character Daniel Brown to the first location in Riverview park where he will find a clue to help him find his missing friend Sean.

We will be using this broken down tree as a place where a clue will found by Daniel Brown. The reason why were using this tree for a shot is because its a unique location, which will allude to the idea of a mystery in our film The Lost. Our main character Daniel Brown will find Sean's phone under the tree. This will then make the audience have questions in their mind such as why was Sean's phone under the tree, this will then allude to the idea that our film: The Lost will be a Thriller involving a mystery.

This is a footpath we will also be using in our title sequence. The reason why we will be using this footpath is because the main character Daniel Brown will walk along this footpath to reach a river. This is where he will find another clue which is another item of Sean's.

Another location we will use in Riverview park is a river. This will be the second location where Daniel will find a clue to help him solve the mystery in our film: The Lost. The reason why we will be using this river is because it alludes to the idea of danger. This river will make our target audience ask themselves questions such as: why was Sean near the river and how long has this item been there?

Inspiration

The film I have chosen for inspiration is frailty. This is a physiological thriller which makes you contemplate about what is really going on in the film and make you want to know more as the film progresses. This film was set in Texas and in this area, lived a family of two boys and a father, their mother passed away. As I continued to watch the film the things I thought could be inspiring for my title sequence is the constant use of the enigma code- this is essentially when a there may be something in the film that may raise suspicion and leaving the audience asking questions. I believe using the enigma code in my title sequence would indubitably be beneficial as the less information given, the more the audience would want to know about what may happen next. Also, the physiological twist to this film, in my opinion, gave this film a higher ranking out of all the thriller films- The religious background to this film made the audience feel a lot of suspense throughout the film. The locations used is also inspiring as some of them are either in the cemetery or a desolate area- I believe that having locations like these would definitely raise tension if they were to be in my  thriller title sequence. In this film, they also included a hidden basement which could link to concealing and hiding something from others in the film for example the police officer goes down there but not knowing that he would die as the film progressed. Having some form of area in which could be used where no one would know of or go to would also be a good asset in my title sequence as It could show a sign of secrecy in the main character. 

Missing analysis

In 'The Missing', the music used could suggest that there could be something bad occurring throughout the series. also the use of a female singer could be a metaphor for the person that is missing- he/she could be a kind, sensitive person. the lack of percussion could imply that this is a serious matter as percussion is generally used to create an uplifting mood. At the beginning of the title sequence, the camera angle used is putting ourselves in the position of the child in the seat looking towards the sky- this is significant as this is at the beginning therefore the child's parents know where he is however later on in the title sequence, there are close ups of where the missing child would used to go for example, there was a close up of an inflated ring in the swimming pool however this is a vital aspect as it shows no child in it- this is when the audience could come to the conclusion that there is a child missing. The use of high angles could show the child's insignificant in comparison to the rest of the world and where they currently are. Another camera angle used is the close up of the melted ice- cream, this is compelling as it is common cliché that most children drop their ice- cream however the fact that it has melted and almost changed from a lighter shade to a darker shade of pink could symbolise how time has gone past and the child is still missing. Over the shoulder is used to suggest that someone is trying to find and perhaps kidnap this lost child roaming the streets looking for his parents. The use of editing from this title sequence is highly significant as it puts us in the perspective of the child so we are almost with the child. An example for this could be the image of the water however the camera angle used could suggest that there is someone in the water. From this picture, you could infer that this is probably one of many ways which the child could potentially been murders through asphyxiation in the water.