PROPS SUMMARY (RESEARCH)

Most of the props researched can be filmed indoors, taking the pressure off of our location choices. However we will need props that need to be filmed outside in order to add variation to our shots and visuals. When these props will be featured in an outside location without manipulated lighting we need to be sure that the camera angles, shots and framings compliment the particular props used in a way that is appropriate to our task set - appropriately targeting and attracting our selected target audience.

The selection and use of props in our video will be a central aspect in the ultimate failure or success of our video, therefore it is important that the appropriate props are used. We recognise the importance of this and aim to take the necessary time to ensure that we use the best props for our film.

PROPS INTRODUCTION (RESEARCH)

Props Research Introduction

Due to the idea of our video, we are trying to take the pressure off of actors by using good props. The key to a good visual is that it looks as crisp and professional as possible. It is very difficult to cast actors who can perform so professionally that it boosts our video, therefore the emphasis on good props will be key to our success. For the majority of these props we have used Wilkinson - Afterglow as an inspiration because this video focuses the majority of its video on the props and thats exactly what we are trying to achieve with our video. All of the props follow a slight narrative in the video and are parallel to the text used in the video and also synchronised with the music.

IMPORTANCE OF STORYBOARDS (RESEARCH)

When shooting without any sort of shot planning such as story boarding, you leave yourself prone to forgetting ideas you were thinking of putting in your video and basically start making up camera frames as you go along. This is why we have dedicated time to creating a story board containing all 48 shots we were planning to use. Although it's highly likely we will change a couple of areas, its definitely worth having something to recap on come the filming stage of our coursework. The drawings don't even have to be particularly accurate, it's just important to have something to read off so we don't become flustered.

STORYBOARDS (PLANNING)

LOCATION (RESEARCH)

House : 

This image is a screenshot taken from Google Maps of one of the group members houses (Danny O'Brien). We intend to shoot both inside and outside of the house as our narrative permits us to do so. A benefit of filming at one of the group members house is that it is obviously easily accessible and convenient as we can film here when we want without having problems with permission etc.

Public House :

 

The local pub could be a possible location to film in, this is not included in our storyboards but could act as a backup if we are unfortunate enough to have issues with filming one of our shots which features a number of alcoholic beverages in it. The Landlord of this pub is also a close family friend of one of the group members and has therefore agreed to allow filming to take place in his pub.

Town (Windsor) :

Again we used Google Street View to find our location. Windsor is a town in which all the members of the group live, subsequently Windsor provides a suitable location to film as it is close by to all who need to be present when filming. Also Windsor is a town that lots of our target audience would go to, thus making our film more relatable and appropriate to our audience.

Town (Windsor) :

 

Google Maps provided us with this image, which acts as an alternative shot to the image above, as we do not know which frame would look better in the film itself. Again it is in Windsor, so it is easy to get to which makes re-shooting an option if necessary.

Drama Suite:

The Drama Studio is an excellent facility at my school which is often available to use, and it is a room that can be easily manipulated in terms of sound and lighting - something that we believe will give us an extra dynamic. My school is within close proximity of all group members, which makes it easily accessible and re shooting a more achievable possibility, if need be.

LOCATION SUMMARY (RESEARCH)

In order to having a successful video we need to ensure the locations in our footage are realistic and believable. So what we did as a group is list all the possible locations we could use taking into consideration the availability and accessibility incase we may have to re-film. We then decided on a number of different locations and put them into a location research task, by having this we can instantly go and film without any hesitation.

LOCATION INTRO (RESEARCH)

Planning is key to a successful video, and knowing our exact locations makes it easier when we come to actually shooting our visuals. It also gives us time to consult anyone we need to about filming in certain areas if we plan in advance and it allows us to give our actors notice. For example, if we were to book out the school's drama studio, we'd only be allowed it for a certain period, so we'd have to see what days our actors could do.