Behind the scenes- Video (Bathroom scene)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGDaqEkk9Oo&feature=youtu.be

This video is a inside to the bathroom location, looking at the location itself, including the footage before editing and equipment that was used within the filming. The footage that is in this clip has not all been used in the final outcome but showing the footage shows different angles and elements that we have used. Overall, this clip was made to display a glimpse of what went on behind the scenes. 

Behind the scenes- video (Green screen)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CD23TbzBtkk&feature=youtu.be

This is a behind the scenes video that I have created to show a glimpse of what went on whilst we were filming, including equipment, the location itself and also uploading the footage onto the mac. Overall, this has been created to give the audience a glimpse of what actually went on and what happened in the duration of the filming process.

Behind the scenes- Editing

BEFORE

Before the lighting was changed throughout the sequence, the lighting was very artificial and didn't capture the look that we wanted, as the the light was too bright and shadow is required to add the thriller feel. By darkening the light this will caste more shadow and make it harder for the audience to see what is completely going on, therefore adding a mystery. The darkness also reflecting the emotion, alongside the darkness in the character herself. Indicating a small element that shows she is emotionally unstable. By toning down the light it adds a realistic feel as if we were creating a real-life thriller to be published on the big screens. Overall, by changing the lighting, not just in this scene but throughout, maintains the same level of shadow and light, which is the right contrast and maintains the feel that we want.

AFTER

Through the editing process we changed a variety of elements and areas, but the large part and proportion of the film that was changed was the levels of light within the scene. We dimmed the light levels in order to create a more atmospheric look, making the sequence darker and richer adding depth, alongside the shadow, applying more of a sinister look. Therefore, incorporating suspense and thriller like qualities e.g. being dark and having less artificial light. By changing the levels of light this changes the time of day in which we filmed. We originally filmed during the day, just before the sun set as this was the arranged time that we could all meet at. However, the light being very bright makes the bath scene look very random and shows no relation to the dark and gloomy feel we were trying to achieve. Adjusting the levels to include more shadow implies the idea more than before. Alternatively, It also makes her enclosed in a small space, as the lighting is much more compact, in the sense of just focusing on a few spots of intense lights and the rest being a little darker. Creating shadows on parts within the bathroom, such as the curves in the bath and the shadows under the taps. Alongside, casting a shadow on the character and trying to place her emotions on the line, making her look vulnerable to herself and the fear from objects around her. Also, the fear of the unknown. The overall effect on the audience should be now to see, that her emotions are the enemy rather than there actually being another person involved, displaying a psychological thriller. The way that we have portrayed her is to expose the symptoms and effects without proper treatment and medication consumed by those suffering from schizophrenia. In conclusion, we have tried to use film and media to portray the importance of this condition and that it can effect anyone, no matter what age, although, it is more likely to occur in adolescence/ early adulthood. 

Behind the scenes- Bathroom analyse

The process when filming this part of our sequence was very simple and consisted of myself striping back the bathroom to the basics. I removed all of the unwanted items from the bathroom and I then placed the desired items into the bathroom. Placing the pills in one corner of the bath and empty pill packets alongside the protagonist. Allowing space between the pills themselves and the packets, creating the idea of the unpredictable and unexpected not knowing her future actions. We also placed the bubble bath within the scene, having the lid beside the bottle, dripping slightly on the baths surface. Projecting the consistency of blood and the colour red also projecting a sense of danger. We also placed a razor on the bath rack (which is the item that lays across the bath). The razor was placed throughout the shots to also enhance the idea of danger and self-harm. The colour of the razor is also linked to the colour of the bubble bath being red and the razor being pink. This does also add a feminine quality illustrating that she is female. Lots of mirrors were also in the scenes to display self-criticism and judgment. Additionally, these were already in the location on arrival. When setting up we only really had to focus on setting up the camera and tripod. The tripod was only really used for panning shots and the rest of the filming was hand-held.

The issues that we faced were defiantly the hand-held filming as some of the shots are a little unsteady and this detracts from what we are trying to achieve. However, to overcome this factor we begun to use software that will add steadiness to the shot, incorporating the professional quality that is needed. Further, The space within the bathroom-made it hard to complete some shots, so re-adjusting some shots was key to capture the same feel but through a different light. This however, led to some of the shots being changed in the storyboard, but it is barely noticeable to see. We still tried to remain very close and similar to the original shot but at a different angle in some cases. Overall, we faced some minor issues but we successfully solved them and overcame them by adjusting some areas. Therefore, maintaining the high quality that we wanted to achieve.

Finally, the changes that were made to the storyboard were very little but we had to change two major aspects of the storyboard, due to the space within the area which we were filming, for which was the panning shot of the bath from above. The reason we had to change was because the space itself was too compact to actually get the shot in the right angle. However, we compromised with using another shot instead to replace this feature. On the contrary, The other shot that was extremely difficult was the shot of zooming into the mirror and reflecting the character in the bath. This had to be changed due to every time that the shot was filmed, the cameraman was also caught in the shot, we don't want this as it makes the shot seem unprofessional alongside the cameraman having a significance to the opening, when actually they have no significance to the film at all. Overall, these changes were very straight forward and actually with the compromises that we used it is virtually impossible to tell that anything has been changed at all, in fact I feel that it may work better than the previous shots actually did.

Behind the scenes- Possible sounds/Soundtrack

To assist our movie opening, it is important that  the right songs and tracks are achieved, is  key and essential to achieve the maximum potential from the opening. The movements within the thriller must match and synchronize effectively in order to add and build tension at a gradual pace. However, some sounds can work even if they don't necessarily create the perfect mix on paper it is all a matter of trial and error. With the contents that we have planned for the scene, we have a phage idea of what sounds would be effective and fit, not just in specific places but also would work throughout the whole scene as a unit. We planned to have a consist track through with other sound emerging at the right time and place, depending on what is in the scene. For example, her gasping for breath when she emerges from the water will have a gasping noise to sync with the action within the scene. Creating a sense of real-life and a believable story-line.Although, the music that will be added to the idents will be different to the music in the rest of the scene. Separating the two elements but overlapping another piece of music to maintain good continuity.This overlapping will then progress into the main structure and base music of the whole scene.

The main source for where we retrieved our music was on: www.youtube.com.
We used this sight for all of the music that is within the scene, apart from the water splashing and heavy breathing, as we created the water sound ourselves in a sink and splashing the water and the heavy breathing the character created herself (excluding the gasp sound).

Soundtracks-The sound tracks in which I have looked at are soundtracks that maybe be used rather than will be used as I did some research before we began, to examine what tracks are actually on the market. However, also looking at tracks that would fit effectively within a thriller by hearing the way the track works and hearing for perks in the track that create a strangeness, to put the audience on edge in certain aspect of the opening sequence.

Ash- by the secession- (from 50 seconds)
This sound track is a tension building track with a gradual build up within the track. This would also create a great backing track as it isn't too over-powering, of the story line and it also is at a steady pace that it isn't too fast or too slow, but instead just the right pace. I also like that this track doesn't give lots away and instead would help towards keeping the opening very secretive for the audience, to work out for themselves.Overall, this track would be good for a backing track but I feel that the second choice would be preferred as I feel that it would create more of a sinister vibe rather than this one does even though it is still quite effective.



Creepy doll music- beginning section –to -1.14
This track would be great for the idents at the beginning of the sequence, as it is very eerie and creepy but it doesn't  really give much away and would glade softly into the background track. It also adds a childlike feel and the idea of innocence within the film without footage of the film even beginning. However, it later translates the innocence in the character and the way her emotions are playing her, making her scared and in need for reassurance like a child would want from a parent. However, the track shows a slight happiness, tricking the audience a little in what they are about to watch. The track reminds me of a child's toy that repeats the same tune repeatedly. It's also great for the unexpected as a sharp, sudden sound effect would quickly change the mood of the opening sequence, making this track very versatile.



Scary Horror Music - Haunted (Copyright and Royalty Free)
This track would be great for the basic, underline track of the whole sequence. This is due to the fact that this track includes a variety of  sounds throughout, with perks heightening the effect of the thriller and placing the audience on edge due to the unknown, within the heightened areas. Therefore, applying mixed emotions onto the audience throughout the whole sequence.This track would also be great as other sound effects could be applied over the top of the track and still sound effective as a background track. Creating continuity throughout the whole scene. However, it would also reflect the characters emotions, showing her vulnerability openly to the audience, so as the opening progresses the audience understand the character and complexity to her thoughts. the perks in the track, are quite high in frequency adding a eeriness to the track.



Sound effects-

Child whispers sound effects-
This sound effect would work behind the elements in which she is talking in an voice over as it would add a mysterious feel and slightly creepy approach in sense that it would create the idea of children following her, but instead its the voices with inside her head. By adding, whispering and sounds that are childlike links back to the idea of her vulnerability, and the way that she perceives the world compared to the rest of society. Overall, the sounds of the whispering and child giggling creates a slightly odd and relevance to be child like, alongside making the main character feel like she is being laughed at by others. Therefore, showing how her emotions react within her head rather than reality.




TV no signal beep sound effect-
The sound at the beginning of this would create a great transition sound, layering the sound over the background track and moving from one sound to the next if other sounds are included in our thriller as we begin to build this thriller. This would be fantastic from the transition from the idents into the main body of the thriller as it is short and sharp, making a strong track for a more sensitive and complex story line. Therefore, the track needs to fit right and not overpower the sequence as it can detract from the story and even over-power the story. This beginning beep sound is great and would defiantly work well in creating a cross over transition. 

Behind the scenes- Fonts

Within thrillers a variety of font types, shapes and sizes can be included. However, a chosen font can determine the genre of thriller but also individualize the thriller from others available.An awful font can ruin the movies onset, so getting the font style right is key in order to accomplish the desired effect of the thriller. The style of font can enhance the film hugely by making it easily recognizable before the thriller has even begun. For example, the genre of romance fonts are often small, italic and soft at the edges to adding a feminine approach, appealing to a more feminine audience. Fonts often follow the stereotypes to appeal to selected and targeted audiences, instantly labeling the conventions.A font can define the genre instantly. For instance, in 2015, 'Furious 7' was released having a large and sharp edged font, from the font it is instantly recognizable that the film is an action-thriller, but with some curved edges to parts of the font creates a feminine quality, appealing to all genders, especially on the S's as well as, the O's and R's taking a dominant let.

Below I have looked at a range of fonts incorporated in thrillers, in order to use as inspiration when we chose our own thriller.This will also give us a general idea of what fonts are mainly targeted in thrillers, appealing to stereotypes and convention but what also fits comfortably within the film. 

Most  of the lettering that I have looked into are very bold and define in shape, however,'what lies beneath' is very soft and feminine which  may have been used to link the font to the idea of the main role being a female character.In contrast,  when researching I found fonts that were bold,  having male dominant characters rather than female characters and vise-visa with soft and italic fonts. The fonts that I have looked are express more action-thrillers which are powering and bold, often having guns, violence and fast cars in them. Although, those films which surround psychological themes replicate curved fonts with medium sized text. In relation, to the colours of the fonts, most fonts show a chrome vibe of black and white, either way round. For example, 'The woman in black' font colours are black and white to replicate the depth of death and darkness in the black, but the white for the slight hope he has to be reunited with his wife, who died in labour. The black creates the whole atmosphere and what the film is about which is ghost haunting the village.

In contrast, the font in which I would like to use the style of is 'what lies beneath' as we have used this film as inspiration of our bath scene, its a very simplistic look that makes the film seem innocent, but the hand within the picture, giving the film a slight suspicion of what the story-line is. The font is subtle and simple, but effective in creating the lack of plot or giving to much away. With the help of Dafont.com I came up with a selection of fonts that I feel could work as the title of our movie, each displaying strengths and weaknesses although each font being unique in its own right. 

Fonts

1. DK face your fears- 

This font in my view replicates paint-like brush stroke marks, with a range of dark and light patching depending on how much paint was on the brush when paining each part. The lines create a roughness which I like, but I feel that the style is very cliche to horrors that were created in the 70's like Frankenstein , which the text reminds me of. However, I want a more modern and fresh vibe rather than a dated look. I feel that the D's dominate the text and the I, fading out more.I would use this in more of a spoof feeling thriller rather than a modern and fresh vibe in which we are looking to achieve. 

2. Coldnightforalligators- 

This font shows a splattered effect with the splashes showing blood-like motions, although, I like the idea around this font, i fell that it is more of a horror that is intense with blood and gore surrounding the story-line. The lettering itself is short and compact but has been spaced evenly. The heavy patches of black indicate bullet marks. I think that this font is a little over the top of what we want to produce and doesn't fit with what we are trying to create. Overall, this font is very dramatic and complex , where as we need something that is simple and easy as our story-line is complex; therefore using this would make our thriller too much rather than being minimal. By having a complex story line and simple font they would balance evenly against each other.  

3. Hacked-

This font shows exactly what it shows within the name, hacked. The font displays a glitch feel, relating to computers and hacking, rather than emotions in a thriller for which is what we want to achieve. I do like this font in the way each letter is sharp at the points that the lines meet but also the glitch happens towards the bottom half of the lettering, therefore, implying that in the end half of the film, the twist and turning point happens. A great way to show a subtle touch with a big twist towards the end that the audience may not notice but it's a subtle indication to those who do.This font shows a modern and computerized feel, which would be great for films like Hackers or Tron. To conclude, this font is too computerized to transfer the ideas that we are trying to show in our thriller.  

4. Corona 4 typewriter- 

This font would be great for what we want to achieve as it is simple and easy to read, but I would prefer the text to be longer, having each letter all of the same size, creating unity within all of the letters. I like the fact that the text creates the lettering of a typewriter. This would be great for 50's and 60's based dramas.This text would not overpower the story-line but I feel still wouldn't be enough to remember the font or name of the film. The spaces between each letter shows the font very clear. However, with the lettering having no spaces would enclose the main character and make her feel claustrophobic, showing and indicating the emotions of feeling trapped and making her feel alone, for which is what we want to create. Overall, this style font is similar to what I would use but is not exact.  

Involved in the making- Actress

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Tia Avey

Tia is a sixth form student alongside her key passion for music, she is 17 years old which, could be interpreted as a naive age or the age of confused/ stress over many factors including school work, work, peers, friends, family, teachers and perhaps the fear of University. Making it great for her to feel the pressure along with knowing she is schizophrenic. We want her feel trapped and like she has no one she feels that she can talk to. However, she is going to and will make the perfect lead character. She is very comfortable with her body, making her the perfect candidate for the lead role. Her personality creates a vibe of darkness and depth. She is very dramatic in a sense of energy and the fashion style she often wears; consisting of blacks, grey and khaki, gives her formal look but sight sadness or her lack or desire for colour, which would assist the sense of the character having a mental illness; but also wears accessories like finger-less gloves and hats, plus many layers which may add a vulnerability to her within the woods scene. Adding a contradiction from the openness of herself within the bath. Therefore, she is open to herself but finds opening up to others impossible, a cause from her schizophrenia. Her acting was amazing; she used her facial expressions effectively within the bath scene. in content of the bath scene she was great and versatile to what we wanted her to do. She is also very photogenic and put her own dramatic twist on the scene acting more heavily then we told her two or intended her too.

However, the woods scene has changed due to various reasons so instead we are shooting that scene at school in front of a green screen. This is because our actress is extremely busy and filming in a wood could be very time consuming. We are sticking with using the masks and creating all the same effects but the setting will be different. This has changed the date of film from the 21st of February to the 8th of March. The scene will also add some extra shots and editing will also play the role of what is happening inside her head.  However, the masks she will be wearing rather than four others to create the idea of her feeling trapped and enclosed from her, which is the effect of the schizophrenia. It will add more tension and drama, but also add isolation from the rest of the society.