Production log week 10

Throughout the duration of our half term, my group and I, covered a lot of filming on our first day, however many of the shots will need to be re filmed, either due to bad composition of the camera, or shots not continually matching. Initially we were meant to be filming on the 22nd and 23rd however 2 of our cast members were not able to attend, so we had to bring in back up actors, to ensure we adhered to our filming schedule. In roughly about 2 1/2 hours we covered all of our filming, however we missed out various establishing shots, which are essential as we need to set the scene, and also many shots need to be re done as when  we viewed back our filming a few shots didn't supposedly match when creating a scene, so we are hoping to cover this filming next week after our mocks. So for now we are focusing on understanding the conventions of a BSR film opening sequence so we gain knowledge and understanding for our mocks and we can reach our target grades. Prior to this my class hasnt learnt much about the questions for our mocks, however we are attempting to gain as much knowledge as possible before our exam.

Production Schedule

Production Log Week 9

Throughout this week, we used our class time to complete and fill out our production paperwork. This paper work consisted of; production schedule, call sheet, location list, cast list and location Reccies. The production schedule is used to arrange and control optimizing work and workloads, as to what specific days we will be filming, where we will be filming and the actors required. Production schedules keep us organised and focused, as to when we need to carry out our filming. Our cast list indicates what actors are playing what role in the film, in reference to what character they are playing. Also the cast list states the filming times and availability of actors. The call sheet simply lists the date and time of our filming, location, script shot numbers, actors required, crew required, equipment required and travel arrangements. The location list highlights what props are going to be used and where exactly we are filming in real life and where these locations will be in the actual film. The location Reccies gives a deeper insight into the locations, as to why they are being used and when they are going to be shown in our film in reference to what frames these locations are going to be seen.

Shooting Script

Location Reccies

Location 1. Seven kings park

This is the location used in the first 12 frames of our opening sequence. This is a suitable location for our film because it is a mundane location which is typical of a BSR film. It is in  a wide open space making it easier to take many complicated shots and angles. It is also a quiet location, which is good because there would be less background sound or any other disturbance. Also it is practical for all actors and our group to get their for filming.

The other location we could of used is St.Chads park. This is a bit further than the other filming locations than Seven Kings park. So for practical reasons we chose the closer park. Although St.Chads looks more run down, it is usually busy with kids and dog walkers so is impractical for setting up shots. Also it is aimed for at kids, whereas the area in Seven Kings Park we are filming in is surrounded by allotments and flats so better suits the bsr genre.

Location 2. Tuscany House
This location is used between frames 12-20. It is outside Georges flat in our opening. The reason we chose these flats it because they are built up and very compact, to fit alot of residents in. We liked the look of this as it made it look like a council estate. Also the way the flats were built allows us to get interesting angles of the characters and the location itselfs (such as the walkthroughs under one of the flats). Also one of our group members lives here so we can use one of the flats as our third location. Which is practical instead of having to film random flats and then move to his flat.

The other location we thought about using was Gidea Park. Again for practicality as one of the group lives there and for the different setting from other bsr films (flats, run down estates) But for practical reasons, being it was a long travel for the actors, we chose not to film here. Also some houses are large and look well maintained, which is not what we wanted for the mise-en-scene of the film.

Location 3. Inside Flat (Jack)

The third and final location where the opening sequence is being filmed is in Jacks Flat. This location provides a typical BSR location (flats/estates) to film in to really capture the characters class and background. The flat is at the top of the building, which allows us to create interesting shots with different angles and techniques in the stairwell outside his flat (Frame 26). Finally a group member lives in the flats, this is practical for us as it allows us to actually film inside a flat instead of just the surroundings and the hallways.

The other location was a group members house in Gidea Park. But this idea was stopped after we saw the impracticality of getting everyone to travel 40 minutes on a bus to get here. Also the house is on a main road so there is not alot of shots we could do with this setting. The main road was also ruin the realism of the film, as thieves are unlikely to break into a house on the main road in broad day light.

Location List

Cast List