Project https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s9MP464J9bw3exIwrIVujz0P701WLJDt/view?usp=drivesdk
Ccr 1https://1drv.ms/p/s!Aup0rXOl2z_1ghRafHJgt6Pl01-T
Ccr 2 https://drive.google.com/file/d/16A9gwDtHGlvr2fyPIdXqYaGZ3cZHoVo7/view?usp=drivesdk
So we have finally finished the project and overall it was an amazing opportunity that I was able to learn from but overall enjoy. I learned a bunch of new techniques, how to use different softwares, and even worked with new people all benefiting me in some way not just in this class but also in life.
With this project I learned how to put my self in the shoes of the viewer to help learn how to progress the story. I also learned how to storyboard and create a script way better. Now I can create these cohesive pieces that work progress my story and have purpose.
I also learned how to utilize a bunch of new software like adobe premiere pro and audacity to create the exact outcome I desire. The extent to which I have advanced my knowledge of adobe premiere pro allows me to feel comfortable editing anything . Audacity also allowed me to create audio for the project that allowed for all the sound effects to fit perfectly.
The most important thing I learned though was how to clearly communicate my ideas and thoughts with a group so that we get the best possible outcome in the end and complete things efficiently. Overall this project was a load of fun and I really enjoyed the entire process.
Today we are still working on editing. We are more focused on touching up our project and making sure everything looks smooth and put together. Yesterday I got almost all the clips together. Now I want to work with some FX. Since we are making a slasher movie, I want it to be dark and eerie. Right now I am learning how to add a color filter over the intro to make it dark and learning how to add a vignette.
Today we are starting our editing, so we created a Google Drive folder where we are collecting all the clips and pictures together so each director can pick and choose the desired clips. we are going to each make our own edit and decide which is the preferred edit.
Today we shot the second half of our film in Barnes and Noble. This part is the "nerd" who can talk to dead people but in fact, it's her hallucinations that help her solve the murder case. We spent a few hours taking these shots because we wanted them to be perfect and to integrate a lot of whip pans to add movement and emphasize the chaos within this character's brain. this part of the intro sets up the rest of the story with the murder mystery and hallucination aspect. This creates an intricate and engaging story that helps push the stereotypical slasher characteristics.
For our CCR we have a few ideas. We were told a talking head is a no-go because we want to make it fun and engaging. this is why we thought an interview/podcast could be cool. This format creates a natural way to discuss these topics while allowing for a lighthearted conversation to form making it interesting and engaging without making it boring.
Another idea we had was to make a presentation where each person does voiceovers while showing clips and examples from our own work. This allows for us to answer exactly what needs to be answered with great detail but also allows us to show exact examples in our own work.
When we were shooting, we had a few obstacles/issues. Our first issue is that we couldn't find any fake blood. This made the slashing scenes look wrong, but we are now looking into if we can edit in the blood to make the scenes look real.
Lastly, we were there until 6:45, and the park closed at 6, so that meant we had to rush to finish what we could and get out of the park. This means we might have to go back to reshoot some scenes or finish any unshot scenes
The prop that we had to create and put the most time into was our killer's mask. We went to Party City, bought a clear mask, and decided to paint it. We wanted our mask to have something to do with her motive, so we painted it with mascara running down to represent someone with a broken heart crying. We felt this was perfect and represented her perfectly.
Project https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s9MP464J9bw3exIwrIVujz0P701WLJDt/view?usp=drivesdk Ccr 1 https://1drv.ms/p/s!Aup0rXOl2z_1ghRafHJgt...