This is the contract that we will give to our actors before we start filming.
This is so that we have proof that they are willing to star in our film.
Monday, 24 November 2014
Props, costume and location
Props, Costume and Location
-They are also a typical thriller prop because they are usually used by government agencies or the police.
-The rifles show the difference in power between the men carrying them and the man hiding. They are bigger and more powerful than his pistol. This also creates the effect that he is strong if they need all of that to take him down.
-It is just a basic fold away sleeping bag.
-It will be placed beside the man hiding out.
-It isn't a very typical thriller prop but it will aid the story line.
-The sleeping bag will create the effect that the man does not have a permanent place to live and that he is on the run.
-It is a big, expedition size bag.
-It will be place beside the man and his gear.
-A backpack of some sort is a common prop in crime thrillers where someone is on the run.
-The bag will help to create the effect that he is on the run.
-These are usually typical props in thrillers similar to ours, where there is someone hiding out or trying to survive.
-They will help make the protagonist appear that he is on the run and hiding out.
-This type of prop is usually used in thrillers to show that the protagonist has a family.
-The photo will make the protagonist appear as if he has a family to lose so he is going to fight hard and strong. However, it could also imply that they are already dead so he has nothing to lose.
-They are used in some types of thrillers where a building or area is shown to be abandoned or deserted.
-They make the setting appear abandoned and will make it appear like a good place for him to hide out.
Leading up towards the abandoned farm buildings is a dirt track that we will be able to use when the 4x4 approaches, containing the armed men. The fact that the building is abandoned shows that the person that is running away has no where safe to go because he has committed some sort of crime or done something to aggravate a certain group of people and will be punished if he is found. Obviously the man has no option to run away because of what he has done.
Props
· Pistol
-The pistol is a G18 airsoft gun.
-It will be used by the man who is hiding, however, he will not fire it. It will be on the floor up until the point that the car arrives and he will pick it up when he gets up against the wall.
-It is a typical thriller prop because most [crime/action] thrillers involve guns and weapons. It is also usually used by someone who is on the run.
-The gun signifies that the man isn't homeless but he is on the run and most likely dangerous. It could also give a clue as to what he did beforehand.
· Assault Rifles
-They are black machine guns.
-They will be used by the men who show up on the car, but they will also not be fired.-They are also a typical thriller prop because they are usually used by government agencies or the police.
-The rifles show the difference in power between the men carrying them and the man hiding. They are bigger and more powerful than his pistol. This also creates the effect that he is strong if they need all of that to take him down.
· The Sleeping Bag
-It is just a basic fold away sleeping bag.
-It will be placed beside the man hiding out.
-It isn't a very typical thriller prop but it will aid the story line.
-The sleeping bag will create the effect that the man does not have a permanent place to live and that he is on the run.
· Rucksack
-It is a big, expedition size bag.
-It will be place beside the man and his gear.
-A backpack of some sort is a common prop in crime thrillers where someone is on the run.
-The bag will help to create the effect that he is on the run.
· Canned Food and Water
-These props are cans of tinned food and there are some bottles of water.
-They will be in a pile around him.-These are usually typical props in thrillers similar to ours, where there is someone hiding out or trying to survive.
-They will help make the protagonist appear that he is on the run and hiding out.
· Family Photo
-This is a photo of the man and his wife and daughter. The photo will be folded over on him.
-The photo will be on the floor and it will be picked up by the man in the suit at the end.-This type of prop is usually used in thrillers to show that the protagonist has a family.
-The photo will make the protagonist appear as if he has a family to lose so he is going to fight hard and strong. However, it could also imply that they are already dead so he has nothing to lose.
· Litter/Newspapers
-It is food wrappers and scrunched up newspapers on the floor.
-They will be used to make the building look abandoned and like it is a dump.-They are used in some types of thrillers where a building or area is shown to be abandoned or deserted.
-They make the setting appear abandoned and will make it appear like a good place for him to hide out.
Costume
- Wanted Man- Walking trousers, t-shirt, coat, boots
- Military/Government Agency Personnel- Black clothing, e.g. boots, gloves, balaclavas, assault vests.
- Suited Man- Suit, smart shoes
- Driver- Black clothing (e.g. hat, jacket, boots), sunglasses
Location
The filming location we have chosen for use in our thriller opening is situated down Dunsby Drove. The reason for using this location is because it is a deserted place with not a lot of life within a close proximity, which is appropriate because it creates the sense of mystery that is important in our opening.Leading up towards the abandoned farm buildings is a dirt track that we will be able to use when the 4x4 approaches, containing the armed men. The fact that the building is abandoned shows that the person that is running away has no where safe to go because he has committed some sort of crime or done something to aggravate a certain group of people and will be punished if he is found. Obviously the man has no option to run away because of what he has done.
Character Profiles
Character Profiles
Wanted Man
- Age: Late 20s
- Occupation: Unknown
- Appearance: Dark hair, brown eyes, unshaven
Armed Men
- Ages: Mid 20s-30s
- Occupations: Henchmen for unknown group/organisation
- Appearance: Wearing black military-like attire
Suited Man
- Age: 40s
- Occupation: Unknown- involved with some sort of group/organisation
- Appearance: Suited, wearing shades
This character has an air of authority and importance showing that he is high ranking in whatever group/organisation he comes from.
Filming schedule
filming schedule
We will be filming our thriller opening on Thursday 27th November 2014.
When we arrive at the filming location, the first thing we will do is set up the opening scene of the protagonist in the building and then film said scene.
The following scene consists of the car containing the armed men and the suited man arriving, so we film this scene next.
The penultimate scene shows the armed men moving through the building in search of their target, but without luck.
Finally, we will film the shots of the driver and the car driving off to conclude the filming.
Schedule
When we arrive at the filming location, the first thing we will do is set up the opening scene of the protagonist in the building and then film said scene.
The following scene consists of the car containing the armed men and the suited man arriving, so we film this scene next.
The penultimate scene shows the armed men moving through the building in search of their target, but without luck.
Finally, we will film the shots of the driver and the car driving off to conclude the filming.
Risk Assesment
Risk assessment
When filming our thriller opening we must be cautious of any dangers or trouble that might happen.
The Dangers
-There might be sharp objects that could cut us so we must be cautious of them. We will also take a first aid kit just in case one of us gets cut or injured.
-When we are filming with replica weapons we have to be careful of passers by. To make them aware of what we are doing we will put up signs telling them that filming is in progress and that replica guns are being used.
We might also have to inform the police that we are filming so that they know, just in case a call is made.
-We also need to make sure that the building is abandoned before the shoot day because we don't want to trespass and if it is then we will have to find a new location.
-A vehicle will be in use during filming as well, so we must be cautious when in or around it.
The Dangers
-There might be sharp objects that could cut us so we must be cautious of them. We will also take a first aid kit just in case one of us gets cut or injured.
-When we are filming with replica weapons we have to be careful of passers by. To make them aware of what we are doing we will put up signs telling them that filming is in progress and that replica guns are being used.
We might also have to inform the police that we are filming so that they know, just in case a call is made.
-We also need to make sure that the building is abandoned before the shoot day because we don't want to trespass and if it is then we will have to find a new location.
-A vehicle will be in use during filming as well, so we must be cautious when in or around it.
Auditions
Casting
Auditions:
The first audition was by Joseph. His audition was very exaggerated and we didn't think that he would be a suitable actor for our thriller.
The second audition was by Matthew and it was very poor and it was clear that he did not want the role. Therefore, we didn't choose him.
Next was Sam's audition which was exaggerated but we thought that he has the capability to tone it down a little and be more serious.
Owen's audition was also exaggerated and we did not think that he looked the part.
Finally, Archie's audition was not serious enough and so would not be suitable for our thriller.
In the end we decided to give Sam Hargrave the role of the protagonist. Although the audition wasn't the best we chose him was because he was slightly more convincing than the rest and he has previous experience in acting, so we have faith that he can deliver when we actually come to film the opening.
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