R+P POST 25: Assigning roles

Assigning Roles -

When deciding roles we looked a strengths of each group member in order to assign the roles which fitted each other best.

Jisu has had the most experience with Cameras so we thought it would be best if he handled it so that we could get the best quality shots possible.

Bertie very much contributed towards the directing along with Orla. We choose Bertie to do this as he is assertive and has a good eye for an effective shot.

Orla was the main director. She knew everyone within in the group the best and was therefore the right candidate yo make sure communication was carried through. She also ensured that there was continuity throughout the shots. Also we decided it would be best for Orla to direct because she drafted the first storyboard and script so she had the best understanding of the script.

My role:

I was there at filming just to ensure that I had all of the shots needed to put the film together but my main role was editor which my group decided to do because I had the most experience editing particularly with the 'Final Cut Pro' software.  

R+P POST 24: Deciding on a location

Deciding on a location

 When we was deciding on a location we wanted to ensure that the location was urban and also another key element which we wanted to allow is the location to be vibrant so that it could represent how the skate park for Isabel is a form of escapism.

Clapham Common Skate Park

Although this location may not be the vibrant look we were going for it is however very big and open. It could be representative of how insignificant Isabel feels amongst her surroundings. This location may only be recognisable to a select number of people however therefore we have chose to try and implement somewhere more familiar with the wider audience.

Frontside Gardens Skatepark 

This new skatepark is an interesting project that started in 2012. The skatepark was constructed entirely from local waste, it was built by the local people in the area. Once again the location isn't as recognisable because it is new however it may be iconic in years to come and could be an interesting choice as it is clearly aesthetically pleasing to the eye.

South Bank Skatepark

This is currently our preferred location because it is recognisable not only from a perspective of a London artist but it is also internationally recognised. This also fits our criteria of vibrance as well however it may be difficult to film here as it is often busy so we will have to make sure that we get here as early as we can.

R+P POST 23: Final storyboard

Final storyboards-

These are the final storyboards which I produced and the ones we used on the day of filming.

R+P POST 22: Costume/Casting

Costume & Casting

Casting for a film is a huge part n what makes a film. The main character plays a huge role in engaging with the audience and is what helps to construct a verisimilitude. Below is 'Isabel Rainbow' who is a friend of ours. She was he perfect actress for the role because she fitted the demographics we wanted to play our character but she also skates as a hobby. This was of course key when finding an actress because we needed someone who was able to carry out the shots of her skating.

Costume:

This was the costume we decided to use for 'Issy' we thought this would help to present her as a stereotypical female skater. E.g the 'Vans' shoes are often associated with skating. The pink theme is a stereotypical 'female' colour so the audience will initially associate her as feminine however she challenges this stereotype with her passion of skating which is stereotypically 'masculine'.

R+P POST 21: Script

Script-

Party scene commences

*Alarm goes off*

Issy's Mum and Dad argue within the background you can here them faintly

Gets out of bed and walks to the bathroom and stares at the mirror

Packs her bag

Walks down the stairs

*shuts door*

Walks/Skates to the skate park

Issy: Hey

Maya: I've been waiting here for ages

Issy: sorry

Maya: You're always late, do you not want to do this or something?

Maya: You need to get yourself organised you've got a competition coming up!

Issy: Yeah I know, I'll have to get something sorted

*Scene ends*

R+P POST 20: Draft script

Draft script-

Much like with our storyboards we decided to draft our script before producing our final version. This is the draft script. Not much actually changed between the draft and the final script however the subtle changes will make a big difference on the day of shooting as stage they contain the lines and the stage directions.

R+P POST 19: Draft storyboard

Draft Storyboards

We all sat together and drafted some storyboards so that we could all get a good idea of the shots that we wanted to use and then we all individually went and did our own storyboards which I will later upload.

R+P POST 18: Possible soundtracks

Possible soundtracks

We found an artist (Hoodie Allen) that do not have copyright on their music so that we would be able to use it without the risk of a copy right strike.

Hoodie allen - Act My Age:

We felt as if this song created a rebellious tone and the lyrics mirror the action and the problems that we are trying to highlight and demonstrate. It also has an 'underground' vibe to it which is what we are looking to represent and demonstrate.

Hoodie Allen - Remind Me Of:

This song also has a rebellious tone to it. In my opinion however the lyrics don't mirror the action as much however it is still a good option to use.

King Krule - The Noose Of Jah City:

This song has more of a melodic tone and although it is not royalty free, his music isn't too big so buying the rights would therefore not be as costly as previously imagined. This song is a London 'underground' song meaning our target audience could feel an affiliation.

R+P POST 17: Our title sequence (text etc.)

Our title sequence-

Before the editing process we decided to experiment with different texts. Although we didn't decide on what text we wanted to use yet we produced some different types that we particularly felt would work based on our research on title sequences. After looking at all of the texts on Final Cut Pro we particularly liked the "condensed" style of writing in white. This was because it looked ordinary and plain which was how we was trying to present Issy's life.

(Some of our potential text options)

(Our chosen text style)

Here is an example of where we used the text and how:

R+P POST 16: Reflections on so far

Reflections on so far

So far I think that my group has successfully produced some ideas which have a lot of substance to them however we are yet to put down concrete evidence or practices which put us towards completion of our opening sequence. Before I get into the filming and construction of the film we still need to do the following:

• Plan our title sequence (text etc.)
• Find possible soundtracks
• Draft a storyboard
• Produce a final storyboard
• Write a script
• Organise casting and costumes
• Decide on location 
• Assign roles within our group

After all of this research and planning is complete I can begin to film and I will blog my process of filming and the editing process.