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our roles within the group

Daniel: Actor, Editor
Nathan: Cinematographer, Editor
Dylan: Actor, Sound Editor
Angus: Director, Cameraman, Actor, Writer

effects

throughout our sequence we used several effects. these include fades (to show a period of time has passed), a white flash to show the imaginary friend appearing. we also brightened up some of the shots. we also added blurs to show distortion with in the pov (point of view) shot.

editing

we found out that we did not film enough footage for our opening sequence. therefor its going to be relatively hard to put every job title within the sequence.

also we found that much of the footage we did shoot was mainly just different takes of the sam footage, therfore of all the 4 minutes of footage we shot we can only really use a minute of it.

Our FIlm's Synopsis

Our film centers around Peter, a schoolboy constantly bullied by classmate George. In order to escape the crushing banality of everyday scool-life, he invents an invisible friend named Frederick. Frederick helps Peter to overcome his depleting faith in the world and gives advice on bullying. Our opening sequence shows a normal day in the life of Peter, and how he interacts with his make-believe cohort.

opening sequence ideas

Done film logo
fonts decided
starting music: collected samples
dan and dylan done ideas for story board

Credits For Our Children's Film

- Main actors - Will Burton, Dan Monroe, Sam Chester
- Music by - Alice Black
- Sound supervisor - Robin Cotton
- Camera operator - David Burton
- Production manager - Stan Fielder
- Set designer - Susan Lee
- Costume Designer - Andy Pond
- Editors - Frank Smith, Connie Cooper
- Producers - Ryan Lamb, David McLaren, John Green
- Executive producers - Omar Djen, Lila Tate
- Writer - Arthur Callahan
- Assistant director - David Goldstein
- Director - Phillip Lake

Opening Credits

- main actors
- casting
- music by
- costume designers
- visual effects
- film editor
- production designer
- cinematographer
- co-producer
- exec producers
- producers
- screen story
- writers
- director

ideas?

animation:
using playdough/ plaster scene
stop motion and green screen may be incorporated

Cartoon:
characters/ daniel dressing up as a goon


references:
lion king
pingu
toystory
postman pat
thomas the tank engine

pros and cons about U2 61's children's film

Cons: the begining of scene contains poor camera changes and when these occur the sound is cut badly and doesn't continue on to the next scene

Doesn't clearly show the main characters. and when two characters are introduced their voices are over powered by background sound. they could of recorded sound seperatly from the filming.

180 degree rule is not used correctly with the characters switching from different sides of the shot.
also many camera shots are used for a long period of time therefore the shots do get slightly boring. During most of the film only one person talks and no reaction shots are used.

preliminary task

Opening sequence: conventions

• credits
• Title
• Music
• setting set
• usually 2 minutes long
• not a lot of dialogue 
• genre is established 
• key setting established
• characters and relationship introduced
• effects, music, language, lighting, color 
• Logo of Production company
• Director, recover, main actors, head department
• could have a narrator
• sound director/ art designer.

BBFC Classification: U / PG

Universal - Suitable for all:

It is impossible to predict what might upset any particular child. But a ‘U’ film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. ‘U’ films should be set within a positive moral framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror. 

Parental Guidance - General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young viewers: Unaccompanied children of any age may watch. A ‘PG’ film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children.

Opening Sequences

opening sequence
- Inviting, bright, primary colours.
- 'Playful' and gentle music.
- Lyrics kids can sing along to.
- Simple, character introduction through the song.
- Brightly coloured, easily accessible credits.
- Friendly, simple theme (a postman and his cat, for example).

Bob the Builder: Target Audience

--The target audience for this children's TV program is children from one to eight years old, possibly aimed at boys more than girls. The micro features, starting with sound begins with the introductory song 'Bob the Builder' during the introduction to the program. The sound of the voices of the characters suit children's understanding as they speak slowly and clearly. The editing has been used throughout the program starting at the title at the end with a few credits following. More editing is shown throughout the transition being used. There has been use of many effects as the scene cuts, for example, the split screen effect giving the viewer a view of both characters usually used in chases and phone calls. Also, the editing of the cuts has been changed to match the music for beginning of the program. The mise en scene consists mainly of the village in the background, also including the sea and sky. The weather is clear and sunny, setting the good mood for this children's program. The mise en scene is very similar throughout the program.