Interrogation

Evaluation:

Our preliminary exercise involved filming and editing a character opening a door, crossing a room and sitting down in a chair opposite another character, with whom she/he then exchanges a couple of lines of dialogue. In terms of planning we came up with an idea of an interrogation. In order to start recording we had to plan the following:
- story board
- script
- camera shots
The following helped us as a group to help us create a trailer as it organised us, and we knew what to do as soon as we received the camera. The story board allowed us to plot the story in our head, and we were able to visualise it. The script helped in terms of knowing what to say and when to say it, we had to change our lines continuously as we had to make sure it was similar to our theme. The camera shots was mainly useful as we know exactly what camera angle to use for the different scenes by using the story board. If I was to do this again, I would make sure as a group we have more time to prepare to plan, and to work on the camera work. The strengths of this trailer was that the use of close ups was used effectively and shot precisely. the close ups in the film stood out the most, as it focused on one object, and was shot with stability and accurately. The weaknesses of this trailer was that apart from the close up shots, the other camera angles were not shot to its full standards, as it wasn't shot with a steady hand which made the film lose the tension and made it lose its focus. Another weakness was some of the shots were not focused well, which went wrong by not setting the camera to the right focus before shooting, and made the film again very messy and confusing. Overall the main weakness was the camera work for the longshots, and tracking shots. 
There were a few weaknesses like not having a lot of time to do the video and getting used to the camera. This is because when we using a camera for the first time in a while we didn’t really know how to use it properly and it made the video a bit difficult and at times blurry or shaky. We didn’t have enough time to do the video. We were all on  time to do the video but it was hard to get everyone together and keep it all on the ball. If we had a bit more time, I think our skills would have been shown more. We also wanted to keep the story of the clip a secret so it would build suspense. This was the first initial idea but we then decided to cut down the story so, it still kept the story a secret but we kind of just shortened it.
There were a few strengths of our video. For example, we kind of knew how to use the camera. If we never knew how to use or be around a camera we would be stuck. The people in the group I was in all had an idea on how to use a camera etc. We had a strong script. We had an idea of what we wanted to say, how to act, what the whole video idea would be. This was a good thing as we were all on the same page.  Another strength was that we all helped each other as much as we could so we worked as a team. Our whole production i think was filmed well. We got a few good shots. Like over-the shoulder, extreme-close-up of a shoe, the panning was quite steady. I think that the speech in the clip was good as the people in my group spoke clearly and the facial expressions were how they were meant to be. All the shots we used were there to create suspense and emotion.

Learner Response

20/48  MTE:1 

WWW:good use of media terminology
EBI: You need to do more than describe- you also need to analyse- say what the purpose/effect is. Find the sentences from each question and do this.

How is editing used to create drama and tension in the opening scene?

In the opening scene there are mainly different shots, there are some quick shots that show us that there is going to be some fast, paced action. There is also some shadows that are created when the character is in the scene as we cant see his face and also we cant see or sense any emotions happening.This does create tension for us as we don't know who is/what he's doing. Slow paced editing builds tension in the audience, as the fire usually happens quickly so the pace of this fire makes the scene look more realistic.However as the man walks down the stairs the pace becomes a lot slower due to emphasise  how mysterious he is. Eye-line match from Keaton towards killer is not followed by editing - raises tension as audience because we want to know who the killer is but get denied. slow motion used for cigarette on to petrol and final shot of flames shooting into the sky - increases emotional impact and add to the atmosphere as well as fitting with the music. slow dissolve into final scene swerves to link opening scene with the press conference that follows. 

Uses and Gratification

Diversion: Eastenders as it allows the audience to escape from reality and allows them to laugh and enjoy the show. its also a way for them to pass their free time. 

Personal Relationships: Undercover World enables the audience to become entrapped in a world that isn't portrayed realistically on the news. This means that they become a part of these people lives as it is going on not far from the audiences doorsteps.

Personal Identity: Educating the East End creates personal identities as we can relate to the situations that the actors are going though in this show. We have mainly all been in education so we understand the education system which makes it easier to identify.

Surveillance: BBC Weather allows us to know what is coming, and surveys us with knowledge about life on the other side of the world.

2) Read this Mail Online article about the effects of video games. How does this article link to the hypodermic needle model?

This article relates to the hypodermic needle model in many ways. This is because the games 'forcefully' feed us information that we subconsciously believe and take in. This means that we are mindless to stop believing in the information, and after a while, we start to copy the actions of the game.

Preliminary Production

Shot no:	Shot	Filmed
1	Close up of 1st detective feet
2	Detective walking down the stairs
3	Close up of Suspect’s feet tapping in interview
4	Other detective walking down the stairs
5	Medium shot of suspect sitting with head down
6	Detectives walking towards to door
7	First detective leans to open door with card

              

8	Other detective walks in from behind
9	Over the shoulder shot, watching both detectives walk in interview room
10	2nd detective is holding papers
11	long shot of detectives walking towards suspect
12	they both sit down
13	Suspect is looking down
14	Medium shot of detectives of sitting down
15	Close up of suspects face

16	Extreme close up od dhruvina hand turning on tape.
17	Medium shot of sarese
18	Medium shot of dhruvina
19	Close up of ashmitas face when she slowly looks up
20	Over the shoulder shot, over ashmita
21	Close up of dhruvina shouting
22	Log of ashmita stands up and starts shouting
23	Last shot of black screen.

Preliminary Production - Script.

*Heartbeat Track*

(scene starts with a medium close up of sarese's feet walking down the stairs using a tracking shot which follows the feet down)
(straight cut to a close up of ashmita's foot tapping then medium shot of ashmita sitting with her head in her hands)
(Back to dhruvina's feet walking down and then close up shot of dhruvina's hand opening the door - straight cut to long shot of dhruvina and sarese's back walking towards the table and taking a seat)
(camera facing towards finger playing the tape - goes to dhruvinas face)

Sarese: wednesday 12 november 2014 at 11.04am. *Beep* okay so we are going to ask you some simple questions, you are obligated to cooperate.

Dhruvina: so lets cut to the chase. where were you on the 11th of november 2014 between 9.00pm-1.00am. *raises her voice* and i dont want any crap!

(camera shifts to Ashmita, she raises her head)

Ashmita: *shrugs shoulders* i dont know.
sarese: okay lets make this more simple for you to understand, WHERE WERE YOU LASTNIGHT?!

Ash: no comment

dhruv: ANSWER THE QUESTION

ash: NONE OF YOUR F***ING BUSINESS.
(ashmita slams the table and kicks the chair)


THE END.

Clips

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Pyschographic groups

Psychographic group: Reformers

Couple: Phillip and Poppy

Phillip and Poppy both go Oxford University.
Phillip is studying crimonlogy and is a part time policeman.Poppy is studying Biology and is an aspiring doctor.

They are mostly both together in their free time and they like to go to the theatre, practice waltz dancing and like to shop in London.They also like to relax at their semi-detached house.Poppy likes to bake when her partner is at work and Phillip likes to read about sports cars.

They dont really watch T.V.But when they do they watch the documentary channels. They read the Independent newspaper and like to read daily mail online on their phones and ipads.They both own iphone 5s and both have an ipad between them.They have twitter to see whats going on around the world and what their favourite celebrities are doing.

Editing

The movie silence of the lambs is an american thriller about a young F.B.I. cadet who must receive the help of a manipulative killer on catching another serial killer who skins his victims.

In this scene the serial killer switches the lights off in the house, so the room is pitch black, and the main protagonist, Jodie Foster is trying to make her way out of the house, unaware that the serial killer is wearing night vision goggles to trace her moves.

The mise-en-scene is a vital feature as the setting of this clip is in a very strange place, and this relates to the title of the film 'silence of the lambs' which is also very unusual. In the scene the characters facial expressions show she is completely terrified, as she is panting and sweating, and slowly moving from place to another in complete fear. 

Many editing effects have been used In the climactic, terrifying chase sequence in a dungeon-like hideaway, the shots show The FBI agent following the serial killer Buffalo bill  down the stairs into the cellar with her gun.

Their is a continuing flow of action as the woman is going from side to side with her gun for protection.A more vital method is that the editing is used to create a more realistic feel through the camera framing and camera movement. This is seen with close ups of the serial killer buffalo bill wearing wearing night vision goggles, this builds up the drama, and creates tension for the audience, as they want to know what happens next. Also we get to see what he can see through his perspective in the goggles, this is a point of view shot. This shot is shown out nearly through the whole of the scene, as it creates a very mysterious atmosphere.

There is diegetic sound used through most of the clip which can be heard by both the audience and characters in the scene. Most of this diegetic sound is of her panting, showing she is danger and is scared of what might happen to her next. Non diegetic sound is used towards the end of the scene, as mysterious music which suits the theme and is playing which creates tension and can only be heard by the audience. This music starts to play when she enters a room which she shouldn't be in and creates more pressure for the character and the audience.
Overall the director shows editing as a main source to establish this tense scene in the movie 'silence of the lambs'. Many factors such as lighting, sound and mis-en-scene all collate this great scene from the movie.