Past Students Work

 

 

                                         My opinion and grade on past work 

                                                                  

 

 

                                           Drained

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWI6E_LCKjw&feature=player_embedded

This is the first shot from the opening sequence of the film where they have used a establishing shot to connote to the audience where they are located, I think this is a good way to start the film as it clears out the fact that it is a film based in Britain.

 

 

 

When introducing the actors the graphic is written at the bottom so it does not intrude with the film. By making the text white it contrasts with the grey background catching the eye of the audience but not being too overpowering. The credit lasts about four seconds which is a perfect time as it allows the audience to read the text without being rushed. 

 

 

The second actor is introduced straight after the first and by doing this they have allowed the film to flow. He is presented in a mid-shot, straight on to show the facial expression and also the costume. As they have allowed us to see the costume it helps us have an insight on what role this character plays, for example we see he is a important as he is dressed in a shirt.

 

 

The editing here has been done in a great way, it has a sense of continuity as the shot of a clock changes to the shot of the washing machine. It flows well because the two props are similar, same shape and position. These shots are where the title of the film is displayed which is shown inside a washing machine to suit the theme of the film 'drained'.

Drained here connotes clothing being drained in a machine.

 

This mid-shot is a good way to represent the typical life of a British teen, this concept can be relatable to the audience who are 16-24 year olds since most of them use public transport. This idea goes well with the brief.

I think overall the 2 minute start to the film included the location numerous amounts in a appropriate way so that it way not repetitive, it made clear of where in Britain the film was created. The storyline brings a sense of realism as this is relatable, teens are not usually the best at being on time. I think because of these reasons I have given Drained this high mark.

 

 

Bridges

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8alfF2BESAw&feature=player_embedded

 

 

The opening sequence was not as successful as the sequence in Drained as the credits are very small, making it difficult to read and having to concentrate taking the attention away from the film. The credits at the beginning are quite fast and do not last up to four seconds which means the names are unreadable.

 

 

 

 

 The graphics here looks quite unprofessional as it looks like it suits a children's film. The transaction from the first shot to this shot is a big jump and has not got any sense of continuity which is always needed otherwise the audience will feel confused.

 

 



The shot reverse shot between the two characters is confusing as there is no dialog between them which is what shot reverse shots are usually used for. It is also confusing as we are unable to see the facial expression on the characters faces which would leave the audience muddle on the storyline.