Script

In addition to working on the storyboard this week, our group revised our script. As we worked on our script, it saw a complete overhaul from what it previously was. We all gave our ideas and decided on what would go in as I typed the script. Originally, we planned to include a car chase and the main character going to the countryside. However, with our revised script we will now shoot a simple scene in which the main character is looking for his girlfriend and kills man who is assumed to be involved with her kidnapping. We will now only shoot our footage in Sarasota and on Casey Key instead of shooting in Lakewood Ranch as previously thought. We chose to do this because we found it to be a more interesting and creative story in comparison to our original idea. Doing this will also be much more convenient due to our filming locations being closer to where we live. After making a rough draft in class, I decided to finish the script in a correct format at home. Although this is what our final script may look like, we may decide to include a piece of dialogue or make other changes based on the final product.

Storyboard

This week our group worked on the storyboard. We outlined our major shots that would be included in the film. Sam Herndon, Andre James, and I worked to include shots that would helped the viewer understand the progression of the plot while at the same time not revealing everything. While we did this, Austin Kuster drew and wrote the descriptions of these shots. One of these shots, for example, was the shot of the main character receiving a text message. The viewer doesn't know who it is from or what it means nor should they since it is the beginning of the film. Another shot we included was the intro shot that contains the credits. The shot is of a plane landing, hinting that the main character has just arrived to find his girlfriend. Austin Kuster traveled to Tampa International Airport on Sunday to capture this shot. He used an Osmo Pro camera that shot in 4K, giving us a higher quality picture. Austin also editing a demo of what our intro the film could look like.

Developing the Project

During a two day period, our group has greatly developed the story of our film. We have decided on going with the action film idea and we have progressively changed the story. We have compressed the story into one with much less scenes, giving us more time to develop each individual one. Our film will contain none to very little dialogue and we have yet to decide on a script. We considered filming locations such as Casey Key and local parking garages. We also have considered the time it will take for each scene to be filmed and how long we want each scene to be. The plan is to film over winter break, giving us plenty of time to correct mistakes we may make. The choice for an action has not been chosen yet, however, we will most likely use one of our group members and an outside source. The props and costumes have been looked over as well, and we have access to the suits and other props we intend on including in the film. We also plan on have an intro with credits, which we plan on using a time lapse or a shot of a plane landing for.

Film Project Planning

For the project, our group has decided to take on the film project. We plan on creating an action film that involves many types of shots and editing techniques. Our group consists of multiple people who have experience with filming and photography, enabling us to experiment with how we film. For our film, we plan on using a few different pieces of filming equipment and taking advantage of their unique abilities to capture certain shots. For the main shots that require us to be holding the camera, we plan on using my Canon Rebel T3i DSLR with a mounted microphone. We have considered using cars in our film, such as my friend's 1985 Camaro and my own 1990 Mercedes. To capture shots of the cars, we plan on using gopros mounted to them and another car with a cameraman using the DSLR. For aerial shots, we have access to drones that have cameras to capture the footage from above. For editing the footage, we will have to use editing software such as Adobe Premier or iMovie on a computer. We may also include a title at the beginning, requiring us to use a program such as Adobe Photoshop. Overall, we plan on utilizing all of the technology available to us to create a film we will be proud of.

Film Project Opinion

Based on my knowledge of film making, I believe that the film project would be a great project for me take on. In "Band of Brothers", they use multiple types of shots to capture different types of emotions and actions from the characters. Methods such as short takes and close ups illustrated the sense of urgency and anxiousness the soldiers were feeling during the scene. With the techniques I've learned, I believe I would be able to create these emotions in the film project. I am also experienced with a camera, making it easier for me to capture these shots. In "Band of Brothers", they also use certain editing to create a mood for the viewer and what is going on in the scene. My Aunt is an experienced videographer who has showed me how to use editing software in the past. This would greatly assist me if I took on the film project, as I would be able to use my previous knowledge on editing. Finally, in "Band of Brothers", they use accurate props, set design, and costumes to create and accurate depiction of a military airfield in World War 2. If  I were to take on the film project, I believe I would be able to acquire the correct props and costumes to fit the film.

Magazine Project Opinion

        Based on my knowledge of the work of journalists and magazines, I have a mixed opinion on the magazine task. In All the President's Men, the journalists for the Washington Post went out on their own and interviewed people who could give them information. I lack the experience of interviewing, thus making this aspect difficult.The reporters also had to create their own articles based on the evidence they uncovered. The articles I would write could help me expand on my writing skills. In the Newsroom, the reporters working for the show have to check the reliability of their sources so they can publish the information with confidence. This would help me improve on my source checking skills which would be very useful for other classes I'm currently enrolled in. Magazines also have eye-catching photos such as the ones found on the cover and throughout the articles. Some of my free time is spent photographing things, making this aspect enjoyable for me. Overall, the magazine task be a good fit for me, however, there are some aspects of the project that wouldn't be.