Thursday, 26 February 2015
Monday, 5 January 2015
Possible Location.
Wisley Airfield.
Wisley airfield is an old, abandoned airstrip just off of the A3. We have chosen it as a possible location primarily because of the overgrown and empty feeling around it, since it was abandoned, there has been no real upkeep of the site, therefore weeds grow through the tarmac and much of the old pavement is cracked and ruined. It has a very good post apocalyptic look due to it's state of abandonment and emptiness, however we don't intend to have many action scenes in this area because it is somewhat unrealistic to have more than one group or person, also the lack of any real hiding places restricts any element of surprise or suspense as any enemy would be easily seen. We may just use location for a couple of scenes to portray the emptiness and barren world our characters now reside in
Thursday, 18 December 2014
Audience Research.
Horror - Zombies.
Horror: An overwhelming and painful feeling caused by someone frighteningly shocking, terrifying or revolting, a shuddering fear.
The graph shows the different age categories and the percentage they visit the cinema. As you can see 15-24 year olds have been most likely to attend the cinema, although there has been a little decrease over the years, they still attend it more than the any other age category. Therefore this graph is relevant to my research as it links well with my target audience being the age category of 15-24 year olds.
Why do people choose to watch horror films?
People are likely to choose to watch horror films as it puts them out of their comfort zone, which creates a sense of thrill and adrenaline which people like. They build tension and create fear which scares people which they find as a form as entertainment. All horror films affect people in different ways, for example people like to go and watch zombie films as they believe that the actors in the film could survive the apocalypse, and makes them gain a connection to the actors in the film as they want them to survive. People also find zombie films humorous and funny, so they find it entertaining to go and watch.
The usual age for a horror/ zombie target audience is between the ages of 15-25 years old
Horror: An overwhelming and painful feeling caused by someone frighteningly shocking, terrifying or revolting, a shuddering fear.
Why do people choose to watch horror films?
People are likely to choose to watch horror films as it puts them out of their comfort zone, which creates a sense of thrill and adrenaline which people like. They build tension and create fear which scares people which they find as a form as entertainment. All horror films affect people in different ways, for example people like to go and watch zombie films as they believe that the actors in the film could survive the apocalypse, and makes them gain a connection to the actors in the film as they want them to survive. People also find zombie films humorous and funny, so they find it entertaining to go and watch.
The usual age for a horror/ zombie target audience is between the ages of 15-25 years old
Tuesday, 16 December 2014
Shot Lists.
Extreme Close Up-
The ECU gets right in and shows extreme detail.
You would normally need a specific reason to get this close. It is too close to show general reactions or emotion except in very dramatic scenes.
Close Up-
A close-up of a person emphasizes their emotional state. Whereas a mid-shot or wide-shot is more appropriate for delivering facts and general information, a close-up exaggerates facial expressions which convey emotion. The viewer is drawn into the subject's personal space and shares their feelings.
Medium Shot-
The mid shot shows some part of the subject in more detail, whilst still showing enough for the audience to feel as if they were looking at the whole subject. In fact, this is an approximation of how you would see a person "in the flesh" if you were having a casual conversation. You wouldn't be paying any attention to their lower body, so that part of the picture is unnecessary.
The MS is appropriate when the subject is speaking without too much emotion or intense concentration. It also works well when the intent is to deliver information, which is why it is frequently used by television news presenters.
Long Shot-
A shot that depicts an entire character or object from head to foot. But not as long as an establishing shot
Tracking Shot-
A shot that follows a subject be it from behind or alongside or in front of the subject. Not as clumsy or random as a panning shot, an elegant shot for a more civilized age.
Establishing Shot-
A shot, at the head of the scene, that clearly shows the locale the action is set in. Often comes after the aerial shot.
Low Angle Shot-
A shot looking up at a character or subject often making them look bigger in the frame. It can make everyone look heroic and/or dominant. Also good for making cities look empty.
High Angle Shot-
A shot looking down on a character or subject often isolating them in the frame. Nothing says Billy No Mates like a good old high angle shot.
Over The Shoulder Shot-
A shot where the camera is positioned behind one subject's shoulder, usually during a conversation. It implies a connection between the speakers as opposed to the single shot that suggests distance
Two Shot-
A medium shot that depicts two people in the frame. Used primarily when you want to establish links between characters or people who are beside rather than facing each other.
Panning Shot-
A shot where the camera moves continuously right to left or left to right. An abbreviation of "panning". Turns up a lot in car chases and on You've Been Framed
You would normally need a specific reason to get this close. It is too close to show general reactions or emotion except in very dramatic scenes.
Close Up-
The closeup shot, a certain feature or part of the subject takes up most of the frame. A close up of a person usually means a close up of their face (unless specified otherwise).
Close-ups are obviously useful for showing detail and can also be used as a cut-in.A close-up of a person emphasizes their emotional state. Whereas a mid-shot or wide-shot is more appropriate for delivering facts and general information, a close-up exaggerates facial expressions which convey emotion. The viewer is drawn into the subject's personal space and shares their feelings.
Medium Shot-
The mid shot shows some part of the subject in more detail, whilst still showing enough for the audience to feel as if they were looking at the whole subject. In fact, this is an approximation of how you would see a person "in the flesh" if you were having a casual conversation. You wouldn't be paying any attention to their lower body, so that part of the picture is unnecessary.
The MS is appropriate when the subject is speaking without too much emotion or intense concentration. It also works well when the intent is to deliver information, which is why it is frequently used by television news presenters.
Long Shot-
A shot that depicts an entire character or object from head to foot. But not as long as an establishing shot
Tracking Shot-
A shot that follows a subject be it from behind or alongside or in front of the subject. Not as clumsy or random as a panning shot, an elegant shot for a more civilized age.
Establishing Shot-
A shot, at the head of the scene, that clearly shows the locale the action is set in. Often comes after the aerial shot.
Low Angle Shot-
A shot looking up at a character or subject often making them look bigger in the frame. It can make everyone look heroic and/or dominant. Also good for making cities look empty.
High Angle Shot-
A shot looking down on a character or subject often isolating them in the frame. Nothing says Billy No Mates like a good old high angle shot.
Over The Shoulder Shot-
A shot where the camera is positioned behind one subject's shoulder, usually during a conversation. It implies a connection between the speakers as opposed to the single shot that suggests distance
Two Shot-
A medium shot that depicts two people in the frame. Used primarily when you want to establish links between characters or people who are beside rather than facing each other.
Panning Shot-
A shot where the camera moves continuously right to left or left to right. An abbreviation of "panning". Turns up a lot in car chases and on You've Been Framed
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