Outset- Preliminary Exercise Official Clips

Outset - Preliminary (30+ Second Clip)

Aarun and Akash Official "Outset" Clip

Alan, Rehan and Taranjits Official "Outset" Clip

Evaluation (500 Words)

We prepared various things in order to create an established and well-thought out clip that would interact with audiences in the way we want it to be delivered. We created a shot-list (shot by shot plan on roughly what each scene should be and the actions needed). We also created a script which was used to deliver the storyline/synopsis of the content that is being shown as well as, to communicate a theme relating to the story line (in this case its time travel). Furthermore, we created a storyboard. This helped us greatly as it gave both the director and actors to gain a brief understanding of what the scene will look like and to create a realistic imagery of it. As we prepared a lot for the final clip there were some things that could have been better. One of which was the storyboard. The storyboard needed improvements as it didn't give a complete representation of what each shot was going to be like. The images showed needed more details to be added such as the background/setting as this is seen to be one of the crucial parts of film. Moreover, during the filming of the actual preliminary exercise, the voice of the actor (Rehan Ali) needed to be much clearer as majority of the feedback collected were that they ‘couldn't understand’ what was being said. As a result of this, for upcoming media work we have learned that if ever in this case where dialogue cannot be heard, amplify the voice higher so that it can be heard much louder than compared to before. Furthermore, we could have used a variety of shots ranging from establishing shot to tilt shot. This would give use (the creators) a clear understanding of what each shot could possibly look like and this is of importance for each individual as it teaches us the appropriate shots needed for the final exercise.

Strength of the final lip was that it delivered the synopsis as planned. We wanted the audience to get a better understanding of what the clip is about and to identify the continuous theme that the clip portrays (which is time travel). Another strength is that the variety of shots delivered were very much on point and came out great as there was no ‘shaky’ camera movements and the shots were recorded to 100% satisfaction. However, even though there were countless strengths, there were also some things that needed improvements. One thing that needed improvement was the resolution as well as the final clips aspect ratio. Initially, the aspect ratio was planned to be 16:9 however, during the final exporting of the clip, an error occurred stating that the footage couldn't be exported in its current format and therefore, resulting in a change in the aspect ratio. Moreover, another thing that needed improving was the lack of actions from other characters. Many viewers stated that the actors (Akash and Rehan) were too passive in the clip. They weren't seen to be doing much actions and this didn't give a strong connection to the viewer than anticipated. Overall, the outcome of the final preliminary exercise met with our expectations even though there were some minor things that needed improving/changing.

The use of the dolly shot of when the participant gets us as used exceptionally well. There was no shaky movements and the recording was smooth. Moreover, the use of blur helped deliver the scene from the participants perspective; acting like a point-of-view shot in a way. This is because the character has time travelled as shows traits of dizziness as eye twitches and constantly looks around, trying to find out his location. Moreover, the lighting present during the clip was really good. This was because as we were recording the exercise we wanted the viewers to see everything clearly and so the lighting was a vital part of this exercise. The light present in this clip (throughout) was high-key lighting as the lighting is seen to be natural according to the setting of where the clip is being taken place. The lighting is from the setting and therefore, it isn't portrayed as artificial. Finally, the use of fast-pace editing where necessary was used brilliantly. The fast pace editing created tension within the seen. In addition, the use of fast pace editing helped to contrast the tone of the clip as it is based all around the theme of ‘time’ and this was cleverly connoted through the editing used such as the slow pace shots as well as the fast pace shots.

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Preliminary Exercise Storyboard

Storyboard for Preliminary Exercise (30 Seconds) 

Section One:

Section Two:

Preliminary Exercise- Script

Script- Preliminary Exercise (30 Second Clip)

Script: 

FADE IN:
A YOUNG MAN, 17, IS SEEN LAYING ON THE GROUND WITH GREAT DISCOMFORT, BODY HALF SHAKEN, EYES TWITCHING AND SWEAT RUNNING DOWN HIS FACE. HIS CLOTHES ARE CASUAL BUT HIS WATCH IS NO LONGER TICKING. 

PUAL:

"PARTICIPANT 429... WONDERFUL".

LARRY:

"THERE IS NOWHERE OUT, DO YOURSELF A FAVOUR A COME WITH US".

PARTICIPANT

"YOU'RE WRONG. (STUTTER) THERE IS SOMETHING, SOMETHING WE AS HUMANS SIMPLY UNDERSTAND - TIME".

FADE TO BLACK.

Preliminary Exercise Shot List

Preliminary Exercise Planning

PRODUCTION: "OUTSET"
RUNNING TIME: 35 SECONDS
ASPECT RATIO : 16:9

DIRECTED BY:
ALAN BRZEZINSKI

CLAPPER LOADER: TARANJIT PANESAR

CAST: 
AARUN SAINI - PARTICIPANT
AKASH COCO SHARMA - PAUL
REHAN ALI - LARRY

MUSIC: SPEAK WE'RE LISTENING - RYAN TAUBERT
(Extracted from full version)

EQUIPMENT:
Nikon D3200
35mm 1.8
70-300mm 3.4
Manfrotto Video Tripod w/Fluid Head
Newwer Tripod Dolly
Rode Videomic.

SLATE REF	SHOT TYPE	DESCRIPTION
1A	CU	Participants face is shown in distress as he’s lying on the floor
1B	ECU	Participant’s eyes are shown with a blur over them.
1C	ECU	Participant’s clock is seen still with its seconds not moving at all.
1D	CU > MS	He stands up with medium pace as the dolly pulls back from the ground to a standing position.
2A	MS	As the participant stands there he visualises the past events that occurred before he woke up. As his visions start to end we hear footsteps getting louder and we see the framing normally once again.
3A	MS	This shot continues from the previous one. We now drag with the dolly to reveal the characters where the participant is facing.
4A	Pan + MS	Paul and Larry confront the participant. Camera pans when Paul finishes speaking and focuses on Larry.
4B	CU	The participants reaction is seen
5A	LS	We see the characters together in the shot.
6A	MS	We see the participant give his short speech, he takes out a strange metallic object, presses his fingers against it and disappears – FADE TO BLACK.

Film Language Test: Learner Response

Feedback:

WWW- Some really impressive, detailed responses that focus on the question. Well done!

EBI- Written English is one to keep an eye on... it will hold you back from the top levels/grades, watch those very long sentences.
      -Editing needs to be revised more.

LR- Re-write Editing question on your blog

Q: How s editing used to create drama and tensions in the opening scene? (12 marks)

Firstly, one way in which editing is used to create drama and tension in the opening scene is by the use of slow motion. The use of slow motion is present during the scene when the villain releases the match stick from his hands and also when the matchstick lands in the flammable liquid. This slow motion edit is used to create shock and an un-easy atmosphere to the audience. This is because the audience are eager for the villain to be caught which makes them engaged and the slow motion effect shows how powerful and clever the villain is. The audience's perception of the villain changes as the slow motion is used in a significant shot when the audience want to see what happens next. Moreover, the use of the slow motion of the matchstick landing to the ground also is effective as it shows to the audience the sheer power and abilities of this character. The use of slow motion when the villain walks out of the shot shows how the villain doesn't want to get caught and narrates the fact that he is clever as he is burning the evidence of his presence.

Another way in which editing is used to create drama and tension in the opening scene is by the use of continuity editing. The use of continuity editing is present through-out this clip as the shots taken are all in sync with each other and transitions in a continuous style. This style of editing creates tension because it makes the audience feel engaged with what's happening and the continuity editing urges the audience to want to see more. The use of continuity editing is used to show the full visuals of a scene from one shot to the next and delivers the actions of what the characters are doing. This creates a connection to the audience as the audience want to see what happens in the next shot which makes them feel suspense. The use of continuity editing was used effectively in when the villain interacts with the hostage. This scene is an example, of how the audiences really engage with the shot transitions as in this shot the audience want to see what happens next to the character and the use of continuity editing delivers this.

Finally, another way in which editing is used to create drama and tension in the opening scene is by the use of a jump-cut. The use of a jump-cut is present when the explosion goes off. This scene is a jump-cut because it was unexpected in the audiences eyes. The shots previously to the explosion were of of the crate which suddenly jumps to the shot of the explosion which had nothing to do with the crates appearance. The jump-cut creates tension as the audience feel shock after the explosion has gone off. In addition, the use of dramatic atmosphere when the explosion goes off is key as the audience feel like the villain had cleverly thought this through and knew how to escape, which build upon the narrative of the character. As a result, the jump-cut creates an unexpected event in the narrative of what the audience is watching as the previous transitions were continuity editing then suddenly, a jump-cut appears which shifts the tone and atmosphere of the narrative and what the audience is watching.