1: 25 ans
2: France ( Paris )
3: Male
4: All
5: Ambiance
6: the end ;)
7: no one
8: 7/10
9: music to create a dramatic ambient
10: Why not ;)
1: 16
2: Hungary
3: Male
4: Mostly like II.WW films
5: "omfg" ends ^^ (like Saw 1)
6: The car ;D
7: At first music fits well, then it could change a bit as sagaz said
8: 6/10
9: sagazz +
10: hehe, i already whatched it 4 times^^
1: 17
2: Germany
3: Male
4: everything
5: a bad end which motivates you to think about
6: end
7: first seconds
8: 6/10
9: music, more cam work (more cuts), actors
1. 20
2. hungary
3. male
4. almost everything
5. anything if its well made
6. 1.41 seconds in (the gunshot)
7. the fact that Connor drinks water, not alcohol :D
8. 10/10
9. drinking
10. yeah !
1. 20
2. Norwich
3. Female
4. Comedy, psychological thrillers
5. Sex, comedy, he usual stuff
6. It is in black and white and the end with the ketchup
7. ..nothing? :D
8. 10
9. nothing :D
1: 21
2: N etherlands
3: Male
4: Every thing. Non specific.
5: What do you like to see in a film
6: What is the best part about this film opening
7: Suprises, connection.
8: 6
9: Shot Positions.
10: If asked.
1: 24
2: Kuopio, Finland
3: Male
4: All kind of films, drama mostly
5: Great (distressing) atmosphere with the great acting (example Alien and Requiem for a Dream)
6: Atmosphere and music
7: read section 9, maybe the clothes of sitting guy :P
8: 7½
9: Well maybe speed up some parts
My media product represents a film noir style. After analysing the conventions used in film noir examples, I realised that there are a v
ariety of obscure shot types and usually the use of a voice over, or sinister soundtrack. I tried to include both of these. For example high and low angle shots were used to present inferiority and superiority while connoting the characters power. Other shots were also used frequently, such as close up shots to exaggerate certain events or facial expressions. One example would be when the gun is picked up off the table. I liked my use of voyeurism, for example the shot through the bottles of drink really helps add to the tension by controling the audiences perspective. To make the film as dark as possible, the use of a black and white effect is used throughout the film. Special effects and transitions make the film play through as smoothly as possi
ble. Another example would be slow motion as the two characters walk down the steps. I have also tried to include the use of foreshadowing. When the gun is loaded, it gives the impression that there may be violence in the future and a possible firefight. Amplified sounds are also used to exaggerate the loading of the gun and the car engine as it parks. Considering the term “Film noir” means “Black film”, it was very important to create an atmosphere wi
thin the shot as well as just the soundtrack. I found that the key to this was to make sure that to lighting was low key, to give the impression of mystery and to create enigma. There was also a substantial number of subtitles that were used. Transitions were used to help them fade in and out without distracting from the action taking place at the time. Editing effects such as cross dissolves really help the film to run smoothly throughout. For example when the car is parked, a cross dissolve is used to support the parallel editing as it implies by fading the clips into eachother that they are happening at the same time. The editing helps keep the pace, and builds to the climax escpecially towards the gun shot. Fast cuts help create the tension needed for the audience.
My film uses stereotypical characters to give representations. For example clothing is used to represent the thug-like gangster image. Black leather connotes power, but also leather is a tough material. This may suggest that the characters are tough as well. This could possibly connote a typical ‘gangster’ persona, or a simply thug-like representation.
The idea behind the suburban background
in the setting would suggest the victim’s status, and may possibly represent his lifestyle. My film however does not inform the audience of the characters status. For example the two characters in leather may be villainous characters, or the roles may have been subverted to make them the hero figures. This is unknown to the audience however at this stage. The Matrix inspired me, as the role of ‘Neo’ is subverted. An outlaw figure is portrayed to be the hero. The use of high angle an low angle shots in my film help the audience to identify with the characters. By giving the audience this sense of empathy, it helps them engage with the content of the film.
My film would not be used as a blockbuster production or anything with such a high status due to the initial genre of the film, but also due to the budget. For example "Universal" would be unlikely distribute my work as it is not designed to be viewed by a wide and mainstream audience. It would more likely be made by a small independant film company and be shown on channels such as E4 or Film Four, for a niche audience.
The mise en scene was a particular strength in attracting my audience. For example, the black clothing and dark mood may possibly suggest a gothic style. The use of special effects and transitions also help. For example the slow motion clips. The use of black and white also helps to attract the audience. As a typical film noir convention, I think it works well with the parallel editing to attract those who are interested in thrillers. The soundtrack and pace of the entire opening really tries to grab any audience’s attention, even those who might not like this type of style.
I have learnt different prosumer software packages and how they work. For example I have learnt how to use Garageband to make my sound mix for the fil
m. This includes sound effects, amplified sounds and of coarse the music itself. This program was vital in the making of this film as I personally feel the sound mix is one of the best qualities of it. I have learnt how to make the sounds perfectly synchronous with my film.
My preliminary task was far less detailed when concerning production. Simple shots were used to convey a simple purpose. Editing techniques included the standard match on action and the use of the 180-degree rule. The transitions in the preliminary task were very limited and overall i feel it was a weaker film. This however is expected as less time was spent on producing it.
Much more was involved in this film however. For example more planning was involved. A storyboard was made and many group discussions took place. More research into the film noir style and the typical conventions used was made. The filming for ‘Fatal Justice’ is much more advanced as the camera angles had to be more diverse.
