Rough Edit

http://georgfritz1.blogspot.co.uk/p/production.html

Here is the link to a rough copy of our comedic genre production, 'New Term'. The current quality of the video provided on George Fritz's blog is at 240p but the final edit will be at 1080p/ 720p quality overall. After reviewing the rough edit, I have taken notes on the positives and negatives. Allowing to reflect on what the rough edit has to offer means that my group and I can use our observational skills to identify what does not and does follow the codes and conventions of the comedy genre.

The end shot (featuring the final film title design) states that the production is a ‘Georg Fritz Production’. This implies that the overall amount of development including editing, filming and sound has been entirely completed by one individual rather than a group effort. In order to correct this mistake, my group and I will simply discuss if we should have a production company name and if so, what it shall be. Due to the film itself following the codes and conventions of the comedy genre, it would effective if the production company name was comical as well. 

For example, ‘The Inbetweeners Movie’ was co-produced by Bwark TV. This informal company name shares the same level of formality as the film. Moreover, this is a memorable name as it’s an onomatopoeia for the noise a chicken which has no relation to film.
Also, two of the medium shots (one containing Georg, the other containing Dean) needs trimming on the left side in order for the film’s shots to flow fluently without jump cut shots. 

The reason we do not intend on using any jump cuts within the film, is due to the film being set in one location as well as following an interview between potential student and Head of Sixth Form. Therefore, in order to make what the audience is witnessing seem realistic and relatable, the film will follow mostly shot reverse shots and the 180 degree rule.

The subtitles at the bottom of Georg’s shots (when he is talking German to the Head of Sixth Form) need to be more concise and equal in font size. This is because the irregularity of font size and subtitle placement in the shot, will be the dominant aspect within the scene and rather than the spectator noticing the characters facial expressions and the progression of narrative, they will ultimately be focussing on the uneven lettering.

This particular edit has given my group and I the opportunity to experiment with the use of split screen. Using the split screen means that it makes the introduction of each protagonsit less tediuos and to the point. Furthermore, it allows the audience to compare the physical diefferences between each individual as well.

Title Fonts

All of the above film titles are from films of the comedy genre. Codes and conventions of comedy genre have been followed my group and I.This means that 16-25 year olds are the target audience age range similar  we are aiming for.

Easy A – White, Black and Red.

She’s the man – White, Black and Red

10 things I hate about you – white, pink and black

American Pie – white and red

Mean girls – purple and pink

The Inbetweeners - black and white

The Inbetweeners

The juxtaposition between the white lettering and black background relates to the juxtaposition between the protagonists and their peers within the film. All of the lettering is lower case therefore, there is no dominant upper case lettering meaning that the characters have no power or dominance over anyone in their school environment. Furthermore, the colour white symbolises youth whereas the colour black symbolises detachment. Through the use of colour, this further adds to the audiences understanding of the protagonists and how they are detached from the social sphere within their school.

This relates to our film ‘New Term’. Because the two protagonists are unorthodox due to their stereotypes, they have no acceptance in their new and unfamiliar environment meaning that none of their peers acknowledge anything they have to say therefore they ultimately have no dominance.

Mean Girls

The acceptance of the new student within this film is highlighted through the use of colours within the film titles. Purple within film symbolises royalty therefore, this shows how the popularity of certain individuals within the school makes them almost school royalty amongst their peers; although what is popular isn’t always right. Furthermore, the acceptance of the new student within the film is highlighted through the colour pink. The fade from purple to pink gives an understanding of the transition or journey the main protagonists goes through in order to fit in with the ordinary as well as the idea that in order to be accepted, you must be yourself.

This relates to our film in the way the characters are similarly treated. Even though the characters in our film are likable and have the right intentions, their exterior and verbal differences change people’s perception of them.

10 things I hate about you

The term ‘hate’ is a strong descriptive word for something that is disliked very much therefore, from the title it can be presumed that the comedy genre film carries a satirical approach towards adolescent life in school. The colour black symbolises anger yet the pink symbolises love. The juxtaposition between love and hate adds a further understanding into attitudes towards education; some love to learn, others hate it.

This relates to our film in the way that our protagonists are eager to join a prestigious sixth form therefore, apply and attend an interview to discuss their potential future with the school; the audience do not see for themselves if the hopeful students are accepted as we cut to the film tiles leaving the audience on a cliff-hanger eager to know more.

American Pie

The colour white symbolises youth whereas the colour red symbolises love. This goes hand in hand with the word ‘American’ which suggests that the film is patriotic and that the characters in the film share a love for the country they live in.This relates to the characters in our film. Each character wears stereotypical clothing that is associated with the country because they are proud to show their heritage. For example, DEAN wears a tartan print kilt whereas GEORG wears an outfit that is inspired by lederhosens.

Filming Location

Throughout the narrative, the short film will be filmed within Castle Community College and Walmer Science College.

http://www.castle.kent.sch.uk/

Walmer Science College

Salisbury Road
Walmer
Deal
Kent
CT14 7QJ

All filming will be on Walmer College site. All interviewing scenes will be filmed in the same office either at Walmer. The audience is introduced to each protagonist outside the front entrance of the school whereas, the audience are introduced to the head of Sixth Form in his office.The reason we have chosen to film at this school is because, filming in the school environment gives a greater understanding into the narrative. Moreover, following the codes and conventions of comedy genre film, we wanted to use natural lighting and correct mise-en-scene (school folders, computers, chairs etc.) to make the story even more realistic as if the audience have an insight into something real.

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Here is a print screen of Walmer Science College from satelite.

                 

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