Shooting Week 2 Evaluation

This day proved to be very successful too, again all actors arrived on time so we could start filming in the station before it got too busy. We were worried we would be stopped and told we were not allowed to film on public transport, but in fact the the train conductors were fine with allowing us to film in the station, on the platform and on the train itself. One problem we had to overcome was the unsteadiness and the rocking of the train, we had to keep the camera and tripod as still as possible. Apart from that, the filming was a success and we no have all the footage needed in order to start putting our clips together.

Extra Shooting Evaluation

The footage taken for the nightmare at this time and setting was much more suitable for our film. We were able to create more tension and drama than were before. It was an over all success and all actors were extremely cooperative. 

Extra Shooting Schedule

Date: 13/03/12
Time: 6:00-6:30 pm
Location: Gumley House gardens
Shots: 2-3
Actors: Lydia, Hilary, Sarah, Tara, Alex and Kirsty.
Crew: Eva (camera work) Katie (director)
Costume and props: 5 masks
Equipment: Camera, DV tape, tripod
Potential Issues: May be other people around that may interfere with the filming.
Risk Assessment: Low- make sure all equipment is not in anyone's way

Shooting Week 1 Evaluation

Our first day of shooting went well, all actors and crew arrived on time a promptly which allowed us to start filming straight away. We successfully managed to film all the scenes we had planned to that day. However, we felt the 'nightmare scene' wasn't giving out the right vibes and wasn't thrilling enough, we therefore decided that we would meet up after school later in the week and re shoot that footage in a different setting. There we no safety problems throughout the day and everything ran smoothly.

Practice Shots 16-18

Here we practiced the running through the park scene. We wanted to make the editing look really kinesthetic and chaotic to make Jess look like she was imagining things, and the audience never being quite sure what just happened. We used fast editing to create this effect. Of course in this practice shot we did not yet have access to masks to show you when the runner would and wouldn't be wearing a mask.

In this practice shot, the the bin behind Katie represents a figure, and when the camera cuts to Katie turning round, the bin in no longer visible. We felt the need to practice this shot as we knew we would not be able to pause or blur the footage in order to make the figure disappear. In stead we used a long shot, then cut into a media shot. Shot one shows Katie about to turn from afar, with the bin in the background. Shot 2 shows her actually turning around, and the bin is no longer there.

Location

Nightmare: Alleyway

This narrow alley way would be perfect for our nightmare scene. It looks sinister with confiding walls. One problem with this location is the lighting. Our script indicates that this scene will take place in the night, however the camera may not pick up the action if it is too dark. To overcome this, we will either film in the early hours of the evening, when it is not too dark, or bring along a large torch. This alleyway is public, so we would not be trespassing, but at the same time, it is usually deserted and would be perfect for filming. There are not safety problems with this location.

Jess' Room

This bedroom belongs to a teenage girl, so it is a realistic location for the bedroom belonging to the teenage girl in our movie. It is practical as it has an en suite bathroom which is essential for our filming. There are no health or safety problems and the lighting can be altered.

Jess' Bathroom

This is the en suite bathroom, leading off from the bedroom. It is ideal as it has a sink and mirror which we are focusing one of our scenes around. It has no health and safety problems.

Park

This park will be used in our running scene. It is situated 5 minutes from Katie's house where the indoor filming will be taken place. It is also usually empty as it is a hidden part of Northfields, so we should not be intrerrpted whilst filming. The only health and safety precautions would be to make sure our equipment does not get into other peoples way if there are passes by.

Station

Northfields station is also very close to all our other locations so is practical to film in. However, we are going to have to film a number of takes of Jess walking through the oyster card gates, so we would have to ask permission if we could go in and out the gates free of charge, and then pay once at the end. We would have to make sure our equipment does not get in the way of other people. We have already checked to see how busy the station is during the times we would like to film, and as you can see it is empty.

Cast

Lydia Jenkins: Jess

Jess is a seventeen year old girl, who's 5'7 and looks after herself. Her costume will consist of Dr. Martins, leggins, top and denim jacket. Lydia is perfect for this role as she is 17 herself, a confident actress and generally just fits the role well. She is also available for all the dates required for filming.














Hannah Balacky: Runner

Hannah is of an athletic build so is perfect for the role of the runner. It is also typical for teenage girls to be running through parks as they like to keep up with their appearance. Hannah is also available for the dates that we are filming.













Sarah Galloway: Figure

Sarah will play the role of the figure on the balcony. She is good for the role as she is available on the days needed for filming.












Sean Hendy: Man on train

The man on the train is going to dressed smartly, as if on his way to work. He is going to be of a young age. Sean fits the description well and will be dressed in business wear and glasses to make him look older. Sean is also available on the days required for filming.