AICE Media Studies

  Below is the storyboard in its complete form. The storyboard sequence of events goes left to right and down the next column, left to right again. The first paper, is the beginning scene, the 2nd is the pre-climax scene/events, the 3rd is the climax event, the 4th is the post-climax scene/events, and the 5th is the ending scene/cliffhanger. 

 Though my group and I have not entirely finalized the filming schedule. We intend to start filming this weekend either on Sunday the 21st or Monday the 22nd, as we have a day off on the 22nd. If we do film on those one or two days we would film whatever scenes we can knock out on those days. We won't necessarily be filming in chronological order that the film will be. Meaning that our organization skills especially of the scenes must never be lacking during this process. We intend on filming the rest of the scenes, with high expectations of finishing the filming process by early February, mid-month at the latest. In terms of locations a few locations have already been predetermined as they are idealistic for filming regardless of the scenes. Downtown Ft. Lauderdale, my group member Corey's neighborhood, his house. As well as our other group member Teo and his house and his neighborhood. The only participants that will be involved in the filming and editing process are me, Davi...

There's a lot of diegetic sound throughout the film. Example would be in the beginning, where one of the characters are using a sawing machine to saw some wood. Sometimes aside from the diegetic sound that occurs within the house, there are moments where there is just sheer silence, with very subtle sounds being made to heighten the suspense and eeriness of the scene. Lots of sudden diegetic sounds occur in the background of the setting of the film, with that sole purpose of causing fright in the audience, and to foreshadow the possibility of a scary moment/event coming. The lighting used goes from neutral to low-key. In the beginning when its day and the child character is inside the house, aside from the lighting from the sun that can be seen from inside the house, not much exterior light is used in that scene. However, when it transitions to the scene where the kid is lying down in his bedroom, the lighting then becomes dim and somewhat low-key. The main character's family a...

  Only diegetic sound in the beginning, the main character walking, opening the door, the jangling of her apartment keys, the noises coming from her laptop, her sitting down, her placing certain objects down on the table for example, her smoking her cig, her phone ringing and the voicemail that follows, and the cars driving and honking on the street outside (which indicates that that the character lives in a big city). Non-diegetic music that gives hints of rising tension begins in the scene when the character sees a shadow behind her via the camera on her laptop. However, it experiences an abrupt end when the main character goes to open the door to confront the person who's knocking loudly on her door, to find no one there. We see some asynchronous diegetic sounds further into the film such as constant knocking on the door, while the main character is within camera view. Both the characters sport different costumes and looks. The 1st character she's seen with more urban street...

Non-diegetic sound in the beginning, when the music in the background plays as the film starts. Quick VoiceOver occurs by the guy main character before he and the other main character (the girl) make their on-screen appearance. Mainly diegetic sounds throughout the film, sound of the voices of the actors speaking with each other, the voices of other students speaking with each other, the PA inside of the school that announces that the main character is pregnant. When the 1st plot twists occurs, suspenseful music begins to play and the pace and the tension of it starts to increase as the plot twist continues.  The costume of the main characters are more formal attire. Due to 4 of the characters running for school president and vice-president, the day of the election they dress up more properly in an effort to secure more votes. The rest of the students who are not main characters dress decently, with many wearing button up shirts, regular shits, jeans and pants, and common shoes and...

Diegetic sound in the beginning. You can hear people cheering, as it appears to be a New Year's celebration. In the 2nd scene you can subtly hear the woman lighting her cigarette, smoking it, and exhaling the smoke, as well as the crickets chirping in the background (indicating that the scene is taking place at night). Non diegetic sound more specifically ambient instrumental as the scene transitions to the woman and her husband showing affection to each other, both of them having their arms wrapped around each other. More diegetic sound as she grabs her jacket to fold it. Furthermore, in the scene where her veteran husband is teaching her how to shoot a gun. AS well as the scene where she's going about around her house doing common tasks before the climax begins to occur. As tension heightens and pre-climax occurs, sound experiences transition from diegetic to non diegetic, as all the background (diegetic) sounds such as the operator and lady communicating with each other and ...

The video offered a treasure trove of insights into the intricacies of short film creation, each leaving a profound imprint on my filmmaking aspirations. The emphasis on resource awareness resonated deeply. Determining whether your script caters to a five-person or twenty-five-person cast prior to embarking on the writing journey serves as an essential foundation. Moreover, the counterintuitive approach to crafting climaxes was a revelation. Trusting your gut is often a recipe for predictability; subverting audience expectations, on the other hand, ignites intrigue. Once the thematic essence of your film crystallizes, it becomes the guiding light for your narrative, dictating the very essence of your characters' actions and reactions. Filming itself, as eloquently highlighted, demanded a focus on adaptability. Building your equipment arsenal around your chosen filming device, be it a professional camera or a humble iPhone, fosters resourcefulness. While storyboard...

I found it interesting how one could even envision the concept that was shown in the video. More so, putting into practice and turning straight-up pictures into a film. I seen in the video that you don't have to have film to make a good film, that pictures will do. What matters is the way you captivate the moment. The emotions, the scenery, and all such components. Without expecting, I actually enjoyed watching the montage of photos as a film, and I was hooked within the first minute. This will help me during the short film process, because now I know how crucial it is to capture the moment of any scene to the fullest extent possible. Basic cams (angles, shots, camera movements) are a fundamental necessity in this process, which is why I will be paying much attention to the fine details. The article reiterated what was explained and shown in the video. However, it dove into depth about the importance and the how's of capturing moments in film. It also provides context of the tw...

The opening sequence of the short film plunges us into a desolate, futuristic wasteland, a familiar motif within the sci-fi genre. Yet, beyond the genre's expected tropes, the post-apocalyptic setting masterfully cultivates a pervasive undercurrent of suspense that steadily intensifies throughout the narrative. This suspenseful atmosphere is meticulously crafted through a confluence of elements: the jarring dissonance of minor key non-diegetic soundscapes , the unsettling creaks and groans that punctuate the oppressive diegetic silence , and the lingering echo of a cataclysmic event that hangs heavy in the air, potentially shaping the characters' enigmatic motivations. From the outset, the two protagonists and their formidable antagonist are firmly established, forging a dynamic built not on vocal exchange, but on a silent language of hand signals and expressive visages. This unique reliance on nonverbal communication underscores the gravity of their perilous situation and amp...