Filming Blog-- Continuation

    This filming process took place about a week before the peer review. I decided I needed more footage for my film, as the entire project needed to be 2 minutes long. Therefore, I filmed with my costar. We went back to the park that we originally shot a scene at. Due to strong winds, I decided I should get plenty of film, as I could choose what footage to use during the editing process. The first time we filmed there, winds were strong and the wind made it so dialogue could not be heard in certain scenes. Additionally, I asked that we film a couple scenes towards the end of the movie at my supporting actors house, as this is originally where we planned on filming some of the scenes. These scenes were easy to film, as they took place inside. The house was quiet and optimal for shooting. The picture above shows us during the filming process at his house. 

    After we filmed these scenes, I decided to film some establishing shots of the house, as well as the park nearby. These were necessary to my final cut of the film, however, they were shot for my use during the editing process. Once these were filmed, I went back to my house. I needed to film the first scene in the opening sequence. This scene is important, as it sets the tone for the rest of the film. The first scene only involved me, so setting up the tripod and camera was a little difficult. However, I was able to get my brother to actually help me in setting up everything. Once that scene was filmed, I needed to wait until nightfall to shoot the last few scenes. This day of filming was definitely successful, to say the least. I decided my next step was to begin editing these scenes. That puts me to the last blog, which explains the editing process. 

Editing Blog- Continuation

    This is a continuation of the journey of my final project. Today I continued editing my film, and everything went well for the most part. I was able to get about half of my film almost completely edited. Following the peer review of my film, I know that I still need to reshoot a couple scenes. Also, much more editing is needed until I can turn my final in. While I was editing, I realize that there are a few outside shots where the wind is pretty loud, so I may need to reshoot those scenes. I was able to, however, edit most of the scenes that took place either inside or didn't have too much diegetic sound. One thing I began doing was adding titles to my film. These are important as they are essential to every title sequence of a film. I needed to make the decision in which fonts to use for each corresponding title. 

    For example, I used one font for the actors' names, and I used a different font for the title of the movie. This gives off a greater significance to the name of the movie, as it is the of the most important aspects of the title sequence. In addition to this, I also was able to add music to my film. This is vital to my opening sequence as it sets the tone for the rest of the film. I chose a spooky soundtrack to set an ominous, creepy feel to the movie. Plus, the opening sequence prepares the audience for the film, so everything about the title sequence is vital. Alongside adding music and preparing titles, I also cut more clips. I did this during the beginning of the editing process, but cutting clips are becoming an everyday process at this point. The next thing I need to work on for the editing is fading clips into each other. The flow of the opening sequence is important as it must be quick, but also efficient. 

Peer Review Blog

    This is my blog for the peer review that we conducted for the final project. I was assigned a group’s film to review, and a separate group was assigned to watch mine. This was an important project, as it helped us all gain insight to how close we are to finishing our projects. Moreover, the reviewing from outside individuals was good as it helped us know what we need to fix and tweak for our final product. I will start by saying that I really liked how the group’s video that I reviewed turned out so far. The lighting was very good throughout their film opening. They were able to properly use bright lighting, which played a huge effect on their project. Additionally, I liked the groups’ transitions between shots. They made the film flow smoothly, using seamless transitions. So far, the group has done a great job and I think their slightly revised project will be very successful.

    Looking at the negatives of this groups’ work, it was honestly hard to find specific examples. Generally, they project didn’t seem to have to many mistakes. However, their video is only about one minute and 20 seconds. Since the final must be closer to two minutes long, one suggestion I made for their video was to add to it, and make it closer to that two minute mark. Additionally, I think the group should work to add more to the story. From what I watched, I, as an audience couldn’t really pin point the exact story of the film. They should work together to make the plot a little more obvious. In fact, they could even change some of the font for the text a little to make it fit the genre better. Finally, I think the group should work to include more of the additional group mates. Their film should include more than just one of the students. All in all, their project was pretty solid, but they do need to fix a few minor errors.