P4
Production Process
Using appropriate equipment
For the footage to be successful, we had to use certain equipment to
ensure the quality of the footage looks professional.
The equipment used includes:
Tripod
Slider
Canon EOS 750D DSLR Camera
Neewer Shoulder Rig
Zoom H1n Handy Recorder
Tripod
We used the tripod so that when we recorded the footage, the camera was still and focused on what needed to be recorded.
Doing this was good, because if we recorded all the footage by holding the camera in our hands, the chances of the footage being shaky was highly likely.
Slider
We used a slider for the scene where Sergej is having a flashback of when he is at his families funeral. We ended up using the slider to show Sergej looking at the grave and we did this by moving the camera along the slider to show the grave stone slightly.
Doing this worked well, because it allowed us to ensure that we were not offending anyone by using the grave stone and it ensured we weren't showing the audience too much, to overall increase the tension within the viewer as a result.
Slider
We used a slider for the scene where Sergej is having a flashback of when he is at his families funeral. We ended up using the slider to show Sergej looking at the grave and we did this by moving the camera along the slider to show the grave stone slightly.
Doing this worked well, because it allowed us to ensure that we were not offending anyone by using the grave stone and it ensured we weren't showing the audience too much, to overall increase the tension within the viewer as a result.
Camera
To record the footage, we used a camera, so the quality of the footage is professional and looks crisp when watching.
Using the camera was good, because it allowed us to do certain effects which may have been difficult to achieve by using other devices (e.g. making footage look blurry at first then adjusting the lenses)
Shoulder Rig
We used a shoulder rig to stabilise the footage as much as possible so that when we were recording, there wasn't any shaking within the footage.
Using this worked well, because it allowed us to ensure we have full control over the camera and what we wanted to achieve with the camera.
Zoom recorder
We used the zoom handy recorder to record our audio. We did this because for some of our footage, we noticed that the audio didn't record regardless of how loud the character was speaking. So, we used this recorded to record ADR so when we edit, we will add this audio as a layer above the footage to ensure the audience can hear the audio clearly.
Using this recorder worked well, because this allowed us to ensure we are recording audio which is crisp and doesn't have any unnecessary background noise.
Following the script
While filming each shot, we followed the script throughout by having a paper copy of it in hand as well as the shot list. Doing this worked well, because it allowed us to stay organised and not waste any valuable filming time. Also, we followed the script by having each character say the exact lines which were on the script. Doing this worked well, because when recording our ADR, this allowed us to know what the character said and how they said it, so we could replicate this accurately.
However, while recording, there were some points where we decided to change the script slightly. We did this because during these points, we felt that they could be improved to engage the audience more. To change these points, we crossed them out using a pen and made notes as to how we are changing the shots.
Following safe working practises
Before filming, as a group, we made Risk Assessments and Location Recces for each of the locations we were filming in. We did this to ensure that we are aware of what to do if anything negative occurs (e.g. someone ends up being injured, we know what to do in the situation).
Also, we completed a risks and hazards sheet as a group, which indicates what certain risks may be associated with our production (e.g. copyright, filming permission, violence, offensive language). Within this sheet, we noted down the solutions to each of these risks, which is good because it ensures that the overall production doesn't lead to any problems towards us.
Production Process/Scheduling
While filming each shot, we followed the script throughout by having a paper copy of it in hand as well as the shot list. Doing this worked well, because it allowed us to stay organised and not waste any valuable filming time. Also, we followed the script by having each character say the exact lines which were on the script. Doing this worked well, because when recording our ADR, this allowed us to know what the character said and how they said it, so we could replicate this accurately.
However, while recording, there were some points where we decided to change the script slightly. We did this because during these points, we felt that they could be improved to engage the audience more. To change these points, we crossed them out using a pen and made notes as to how we are changing the shots.
Following safe working practises
Before filming, as a group, we made Risk Assessments and Location Recces for each of the locations we were filming in. We did this to ensure that we are aware of what to do if anything negative occurs (e.g. someone ends up being injured, we know what to do in the situation).
Also, we completed a risks and hazards sheet as a group, which indicates what certain risks may be associated with our production (e.g. copyright, filming permission, violence, offensive language). Within this sheet, we noted down the solutions to each of these risks, which is good because it ensures that the overall production doesn't lead to any problems towards us.
Production Process/Scheduling
We created a production schedule as a group, so we are aware of what we are recording and when we are recording. However, due to some negatives such as bad weather and absence of members of the production, we had to change a few dates and re-organise the schedule slightly. However overall, the schedule worked well, because we ended up having all the footage we needed/it allowed us to still be organised with our work to ensure it all gets done to a high standard.
Also, on the first day of recording, we used a shoulder rig to ensure our footage was stable and we had full control with the camera. Overall, this worked well, because we did end up producing successful footage, however due to limited space in the car, we weren't able to always use this piece of equipment.
Equipment Functionality
Before filming, we were aware that we may suffer with some issues with the equipment due to many other people having access to the equipment, which meant that we may not get the best equipment unless we reached as early as possible. To help with this, we tested the equipment before filming/leaving the school site. However due to how eager we were to record, there were some occasions where we suffered some minor problems with the equipment.
Examples include:
- The camera microphone did not pick up our audio, which lead to us having to record ADR separately, which wasn't a large problem, because we intended to do this anyways.
- One session where we booked a tripod had a loose quick release plate, which lead to a slight problem, but was solved by using another tripod which we had to travel for less than 5 minutes to get hold of.
Footage Folder
Day 1
Also, on the first day of recording, we used a shoulder rig to ensure our footage was stable and we had full control with the camera. Overall, this worked well, because we did end up producing successful footage, however due to limited space in the car, we weren't able to always use this piece of equipment.
Equipment Functionality
Before filming, we were aware that we may suffer with some issues with the equipment due to many other people having access to the equipment, which meant that we may not get the best equipment unless we reached as early as possible. To help with this, we tested the equipment before filming/leaving the school site. However due to how eager we were to record, there were some occasions where we suffered some minor problems with the equipment.
Examples include:
- The camera microphone did not pick up our audio, which lead to us having to record ADR separately, which wasn't a large problem, because we intended to do this anyways.
- One session where we booked a tripod had a loose quick release plate, which lead to a slight problem, but was solved by using another tripod which we had to travel for less than 5 minutes to get hold of.
Footage Folder
Day 1
Day 2
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