Princess’ A-level media course blog

1) Film poster analysis 2) Mise-en-scene analysis blog tasks 3) Mise-en-scene video recreation 4) Mise-en-scene feedback and learner response 5) Lighting analysis blog tasks 6) Sound analysis blog tasks 7) Sound: parallel and contrapuntal video feedback and learner response 8) Cinematography analysis tasks 9) Cinematography video feedback and learner response 10) Editing video task and learner response 11) Editing blog task-750 word analysis

  Teachers feedback: WWW: - Handheld tracking shot -Good cinematography  -Zoom/dissolve for transitions -POV shot  -Appropriate parallel sound -Good planning -Good use of foley sound (bottle smash) -Good performance EBI:    -Abrupt ending -Continuity error -More match on action Student feedback: WWW: -Good editing -Good examples of match on action -Good use of parallel sound -Good sound effects -Good acting -Good zoom in/zoom out edits -Lighting fits with the setting EBI: -Continuity -More match on action -Sound/music cuts off early .In my editing practical video, I believe that I successfully met the brief as I included match on action (opening door/smashing glass bottle) and shot reverse shot where, I incorporated the 180 degree rule. This is clearly demonstrated when the characters are having a conversation. .However, I think that I should've included more match on action as there were many missed opportunities to do so. .In my next video, I will make sure th...

 The Last Duel: sword fight scene There is a good portrayal of cinematography specifically in this scene because it is essential for building tension and also including the audience in the fight. Through the use of close ups during the duel, it perfectly emphasises the personal nature of the combat. This is because the audience is forced to focus on the actors' mean-looking facial expressions, therefore, easily identifying their physical and emotional strain. The perfect use of extreme close ups of the swords effectively accentuates the powerful impact that each strike has on something/someone. Within these close up shots, the camera occasionally zooms out in order to reveal the large scale of the fight which underscores the significance of the event. There are many different times where tracking shots have been used, for example, when the fighters are travelling on their horses to get to the other side. These tracking shots are effectively used to establish an atmosphere of motion...

 For this video I've worked with Gurleen, Sandeep and Rukiya in order to create a sinister drama/crime scene.For this scene, we used a drama room to establish the idea of an interrogation happening. Sandeep acts as an authoritative figure who is trying to find out information from a crime scene. Whereas, I act as a suspicious suspect who's drunk and involved in gangs. Gurleen and Rukiya helped in filming these shots as much as possible and we all worked on editing independently so that we can create a film to our individual liking. SCRIPT . INSIDE SCHOOL BUILDING Sandeep opens the door, slowly, and confidently walks into the room. SANDEEP There you are.  Princess turns around revealing herself. PRINCESS So you found me. SANDEEP Remember  last time? It’s game over now! Princess looks at Sandeep in confusion. Sandeep bangs the table. SANDEEP Where is the body? Princess teasingly waves her bottle. PRINCESS What body? SANDEEP You think this is funny? Where is the body? PRINCE...