Editing blog: Dumping our Footage

Today we dumped our footage on the computer. We were not able to meet up and film this week. Filming will start again sometime this week or next week. We will be editing the footage we have filmed so far and will add the footage as we film more. This was the best option because when we film again the footage from last time will have already been edited. We can film and we do not have to worry about all the footage we have to edit. iMovie will be used because we have used it from the beginning of the year. This will be easier for me to give input since I know how the program works. I also can help with the transitions a lot better now. I will be able to improve my editing skills even more. The editing process was discussed was, but there was not much done. I made a suggestion about the titles and how the beginning should start, so we could know what to do when we start editing. This will help the film to be organized and the editing will go by a lot faster. We will start to move the clips in order of the film. We did start to edit anything, but we did put all the footage on the computer so we will be ready on Friday. One of my group members had to leave and we use her computer to editing because she has the editing software we use. So we were not able to edit anything else after she left. We will be doing some more editing next time we are together. After this everything will be placed on a flash drive for next time. I plan on bringing the flash drive to put our footage on.

Filming blog: We are Finally Filming

On Saturday, our group met up at the location to start filming. We filmed in the parking lot location first. There was one actor that was not able to make it due to an accident. Since the parking lot scenes were filmed I played one of the kidnappers. The first scene we did was the kidnappers recording their video. I was the kidnapper that had to tie the victim and also film the video. Remembering my lines were not that hard, however, I did forget some of the words sometimes. We ran into some problems along the way because it started to rain, so we could not film my part for a while. Instead, the friend scenes were filmed. I suggested that we have an establishing shot of the building and tilt to the friends. The spot that was picked to film the kidnappers was changed since the rain did not stop for a while and we wanted to continue filming. It was changed to a place with shade in the parking lot. The new spot that was picked turned out to be better because it looked more abandoned and fitted the genre of our film more. Since one of our actors was not able to come have agreed to replace him as one of the friends. These scenes will be filmed later in our other location. The second to last scene was also filmed. In this scene, the kidnappers got a call. This was fairly easy to film, but it needed to film a couple of times because I needed to say my line louder. It was a pretty windy day so if I was not close to the camera I needed to almost yell what I was going to say. These are pictures of us getting ready to film the kidnapper scene. This scene was difficult to get done because people kept walking by and some would make noises that we did not want to end up in the film. I could not stop laughing because every time we started to film people would give us weird looks.

Filming Blog: Not Able to Film

   This week we were not able to film because we could not meet up with each other. Living far apart from each other and having such different schedules makes it hard to come together. After school, all of us have different clubs we go to and some of us volunteer. However, we plan to meet up and start filming our film this Saturday. I suggested that we start filming on Saturday because that is when my group members and the actors will be available. We want to have enough time to edit and reshoot our film. In the meantime, I have gotten my share of the props needed to shoot. We decided to split the props we need because it would be better for us that way. I went to the store to buy the mask. I already have some of the other props at my house. I plan on going to the store to buy my custom to wear for the person I will be portraying.
   We plan to meet up at the parking lot we have decided to film at. Also, we plan to film in the afternoon to get the best lighting shots possible. When we arrive will shoot the kidnapper scene first with me and one of the actors. The scene filming will probably take a few hours because we want to get as much as possible. We also do not want to have to reshoot most of the film since we do not live close to each other. We will film the scenes that include all the actors so that we can have them in case they are not available next time we film. There is one scene we changed to accommodate where we will be filming so that it can be in the film. We did not want this scene to be taken out because it would mess up the flow of the opening. This is a picture of the parking lot we will be filming some of our scenes at.

Storyboarding the film

Today, my group members and I are constructing the storyboard that will present the scenes of the movies in detail. Each box is drawn out to emphasize the particular scene in greater detail. The scenes are stretched out to capture each set of movements, angles, and actions that will be displayed on the screen. In total, there were ten sheets of storyboard paper that were used to capture each moment within the film in great detail. For each box, the drawings display the setting of the scene that is particularly being filmed. Additionally, the storyboard will contain details as to what is currently happening in the scene. The storyboard will also address the type of transition each scene will undergo, as well as, state visually where the title will be positioned. Overall, the storyboard will present each scene that will be played out in the movie but in the form of a sketch. Visually seeing how each scene will be portrayed allows the group to see if any rearrangements need to be made or any tweaks to the scenes. Creating the storyboard will, not only display how each scene will play out, but also allow for mistakes to be handled early and for readjustments.

Scheduling Blog : Location, Actors, Schedule and Safety

Today our group created a Google slide presentation that displays the basic information that is needed for our final project. Specifically, we included information that would show who is being recorded on screen, where the movie will take place, the schedule for filming and safety procedures on set. By including this type of information, not only does it organize how our group will operate, but it allows potential actors to know that our group is serious about the filming. Writing down the setting of the film and the actors who'll partake in the film organizes the filming process to be smoother. By including the schedule within the presentation, it allows our group to set aside days that will be used solely just for filming. Additionally, scheduling allows for our group to set aside days for gathering up props, costumes, and to edit footages that are already obtained. By adding the health and safety precautions, it allows our group to be well prepared in case any accident were to occur during the filming process. With having a full plan ahead, the filming and editing process will be a bit easier and smoother compared to if someone were to film a movie without a full set of plans. If, in the end, changes need to be made then our group could easily go back to the Google slide presentation and tweak the old plan with the new. In general, the Google slide presentation will allow every group member, including actors for filming, to be fully prepared for any obstacle to come in the way and to be fully prepared for filming our final project.

Title Design

Today our group is constructing a Google slide presentation that displays the organization of the titles. The presentation includes key information regarding how the title will look and function. For instance, the information on the slideshow will include the color, size, and spacing of the font. Additionally, the presentation will also include information regarding how long the title will be presented for and how the title will first enter and exit on screen. By creating the Google slide, the group will obtain the format of the movie titles in an organized manner. The Google slide will neatly show everything that our team wants to include as the movie title for the final project. Therefore, minimal mistakes would be made since the format of each movie title is presented clearly and chronologically within the presentation. If any kind of error were to occur, our group could easily go back to the presentation and review the original format of the movie titles. To add on, if any group member were to come up with a better visual representation of how the movie title should be we could easily go back to the presentation and make quick adjustments. Overall, creating Google slides showcasing all of our ideas and plans for the movie title will, in the end, be more beneficial.
 

Planning Blog: Sound and Dialogue Script

Our group organized a Google slide presentation that will present the dialogue, that goes with the movie, along with the different implementation of sounds. Each slide consists of different scenes that will be played out within our group's movie. Along with the scenes of the movie, a variety of sounds and dialogues will be used to make the movie seem more natural and fitting. Each slide presented will show the breakdown analysis of what sound will be heard in each scene. Additionally, the breakdown analysis will also show what each character will express in word form. By creating the Google slide presentation, each hired actor will know what each character is supposed to say and do. The Google slide presentation will help lower the chances of any mistakes from occurring during the filming process. Additionally, the Google slide presentation will enhance the production to go smoothly. If a mistake were to occur, changes in the dialogue could be tweaked to make the scene seem more fitted. Overall, the Google slide presentation will show a breakdown of all the sounds and dialogues each scene will contain that will make the filming process more efficient.

Planning Blog: Shooting Script

Today our group is creating a Google slides presentation showcasing all of the camera movements, angles, and shots. Each slide shows the different scenes of the movie broken down. As of now, there are a total of 10 scenes that are broken down specifically. Each scene is planned out to closely match the final product of the project. Creating the Google slide presentation will allow each group member to understand what is going to happen within the following scenes. The Google slides shows what each scene contains and what will be implemented. To add on, the Google slide presentation will allow for minimal mistakes to occur when the time of filming arrives. If there comes a time when a scene doesn't flow with another, changes could be made easily by going back to the breakdown analysis. Overall, creating Google slides will organize all of the scenes to make it easier to comprehend. Lastly, the presentation will show in detail all of the camera movements, angles and shots each scene is supposed to be made up of.