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.