Wow. Well, here is my CCR. This is a bittersweet moment as I get to have this pressure of my shoulders but at the same time I'm closing a project that I've worked so hard on. Thank you to my partner, Raphael Pontes and my teacher, Mrs. Stoklosa for all the help and guidance. Goodbye blog.
Here is the link to the CCR: https://youtu.be/yW-_1kzYWVE
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Producing Vengeance
Shooting went very well and we were able to use some of our friends to help us by acting as the cast of our film. We also used my partner's high beam lights to light the dark park and we ended up using my parents camera to shoot. I played the bully and my partner played the part of the victim of the bullying, Miguel. After finishing shooting we immediately came up with the name vengeance as it is the perfect fit for our film opening.
In the editing process, we used imovie and got certain pieces of copyright free music to incorporate into the film. My partner also used his piano along with his extensive musical ability to create awesome exclusive sounds that we incorporated as well. After all this we came out with a great product that I think people will really enjoy. We will be posting it on YouTube.
Sunday, April 2, 2017
Playing with the Drone
My dad recently purchased a drone to film aerial shots of his farm to give him a better idea of what the land is actually like. With a drone like this available at my disposal I figured why not play around with it a bit and try and figure out how to use it as I may be able to use it to film a nice establishing shot for the setting of the film.
Well, this plan did not really work out as planned as the drone malfunctioned while in flight and I lost control and hit a tree causing it to break and thus ending our ability to capture high definition shots from the sky, Yes, it is a bummer but that just means we will have to rely on good old fashioned shots to establish the park setting.
Well, this plan did not really work out as planned as the drone malfunctioned while in flight and I lost control and hit a tree causing it to break and thus ending our ability to capture high definition shots from the sky, Yes, it is a bummer but that just means we will have to rely on good old fashioned shots to establish the park setting.
Reflecting on Process
Considering we are nearing the end of the process of creating a film opening, I thought it would be appropriate to reflect on the work that we have accomplished and the respect I now have for filmmakers. Keep in mind this is before filming and editing, just the planning and researching has been completed and still, I fell drained from all the work that I have put into just a simple two minute film opening. It has helped me understand the amount of time that real directors and film makers have to go through.
This has changed the way I view movies and the people who produce them, it is not an easy process. This journey has been humbling thus far and I look forward to seeing the fruits of my labor. The next time I go to the movies, I will not be complaining about the prices of the tickets that I used to consider too high.
This has changed the way I view movies and the people who produce them, it is not an easy process. This journey has been humbling thus far and I look forward to seeing the fruits of my labor. The next time I go to the movies, I will not be complaining about the prices of the tickets that I used to consider too high.
Figuring out Production Equipment
In preparation to filming, we have began to compile a list of the things we will need for shooting. Number one is the camera and we cannot decide whether we should use our iphones or the Cannon EOS that I have. After careful consideration we decided we would use our iphones for convenience. Number two, we will need some lighting and I have flood lights that can be altered and used for lighting. Number three, we will need a computer to edit on and for that, we can use my Mac.
Along with this, we will also need actors for the film and for that role we can use my neighbors Pablo and Nicole who both have a background in drama. Most filming of course will be going down at the park with some secondary shots taking place in a few other places. At this point, we are prepared for filming and all we must do is plan exactly which shots we will use and in what order, my partner and I could not be more excited to finally start.
Along with this, we will also need actors for the film and for that role we can use my neighbors Pablo and Nicole who both have a background in drama. Most filming of course will be going down at the park with some secondary shots taking place in a few other places. At this point, we are prepared for filming and all we must do is plan exactly which shots we will use and in what order, my partner and I could not be more excited to finally start.
Sunday, March 26, 2017
Conceptualizing
Now that the nitty gritty details are done, the editing soft wares were done I could think about the ideas surrounding the film opening. I came up with a few general ideas worth sharing.
The idea of a villain type character searching for two protagonists that have the one goal to save themselves from the horror of the main villain. This will be the basis of the film and surround the film opening.
The idea of a villain type character searching for two protagonists that have the one goal to save themselves from the horror of the main villain. This will be the basis of the film and surround the film opening.
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