I also have an outfit idea for a character in my trailer. This woman is higher class, around the age of 50 and is interested in more earthy, boho looks. This outfit looks best as it is well suited to the character, and shows that perhaps she is more gentle as a character in comparison to others due to her attire. Also, due to her occupation, she often dresses in a slightly more presentable manner, meaning that this look also works best for her for this reason. I have found an OOTD video on YouTube that I believe gives a good understanding of the look I am trying to achieve for this character.
Monday, 29 September 2014
Thursday, 25 September 2014
Mise-en-scene Idea #1 (Martha)
As one of my characters (the teenage female, with a need to get revenge on the male population) is going to be somewhat powerful, and aggressive towards males, I have decided to go with an avant-garde and warrior look combined. This should fit nicely with the character that I have developed, and by having this experimental style, I am really enhancing the femininity in this character, without making her look too in touch with her feminine side, so that she can still pass as a brave fighter. I have looked into many different designs and ideas, and have found that a steam-punk style could work best, so I am going to use a pair of steam-punk goggles for my character. Also, for practicality, considering this character is someone who fights often, I am going to go for an updo in regards to her hair (multiple buns). This is inspired slightly by Vivienne Westwood (Paris Fashion Week, Spring 2012). Also, for her makeup, I am also going with the makeup paired with these hairstyles, from Paris Fashion Week. Of course, I shall have my own twist on this, almost as a response to the work created. The character shall also wear a crop top, with a sleeveless denim jacket on top. I think this brings a form of sexual objectification, but still makes the character look powerful, which could be very enticing for the male audience. The character will also wear some form of combat trousers, and boots (Doc Martins), as I believe that this is what would suit the character in particular. I have researched mostly into the hair and make-up for this character, and have left a source here to help explain the look I am going for. It is rather abstract and contemporary, and I believe that this is why it fits accordingly with the look I am trying to create, for not only the character, but for the film itself.
Here is another YouTuber that I thought would be very helpful.
Here is another YouTuber that I thought would be very helpful.
Monday, 22 September 2014
Fonts
The font that I am going to use for the majority of the trailer will be the Data Control Font, created by Vic Fieger. (http://www.1001freefonts.com/data_control.font)
I believe that this would be interesting, as it gives a slightly more sci-fi effect overall, which was what I wanted to try and tie in with the somewhat horror genre that I have chosen for my film. I also believe that this creates a more professional look as it isn't handwritten or swirling around in all directions, meaning that is also well-fitted to the film trailer I aim to create. I also believe that having this font would work best as it is usually used against a black screen, meaning that editing on this low of a budget can be done with ease, and it is something I can create realistically. I hope to use the colour green, as this is the colour usually associated with this form of writing, meaning that I am not creating this to be too different so that the theme becomes unrecognisable. Having this font in this colour can create a slight hint as to what to expect during the film after watching the trailer.
For my title, I then hope to use the font 'Insomnia' by Jens R. Ziehn (http://www.1001freefonts.com/insomnia.font). I believe that this font works well as it is a form of block text, meaning that it is easier to read and understand, and so it is also more eye-catching and noticeable as a result. Also, I believe that this font is striking due to how bold it is, and the fact that it is somewhat broken in some ways, due to parts of the letters being pulled apart slightly. I believe that if I used something like handwritten fonts or fonts that are stereotypically girly for example, then it would make the trailer look less professional, and would confuse the audience, meaning that they wouldn't understand what genre it is as much. I would use this font in either black or white, as these are the most striking. Overall, I believe that these fonts are perfect for my trailer, and I am very happy with them.
I believe that this would be interesting, as it gives a slightly more sci-fi effect overall, which was what I wanted to try and tie in with the somewhat horror genre that I have chosen for my film. I also believe that this creates a more professional look as it isn't handwritten or swirling around in all directions, meaning that is also well-fitted to the film trailer I aim to create. I also believe that having this font would work best as it is usually used against a black screen, meaning that editing on this low of a budget can be done with ease, and it is something I can create realistically. I hope to use the colour green, as this is the colour usually associated with this form of writing, meaning that I am not creating this to be too different so that the theme becomes unrecognisable. Having this font in this colour can create a slight hint as to what to expect during the film after watching the trailer.
For my title, I then hope to use the font 'Insomnia' by Jens R. Ziehn (http://www.1001freefonts.com/insomnia.font). I believe that this font works well as it is a form of block text, meaning that it is easier to read and understand, and so it is also more eye-catching and noticeable as a result. Also, I believe that this font is striking due to how bold it is, and the fact that it is somewhat broken in some ways, due to parts of the letters being pulled apart slightly. I believe that if I used something like handwritten fonts or fonts that are stereotypically girly for example, then it would make the trailer look less professional, and would confuse the audience, meaning that they wouldn't understand what genre it is as much. I would use this font in either black or white, as these are the most striking. Overall, I believe that these fonts are perfect for my trailer, and I am very happy with them.
Film Name
The film name I have decided to use is The Abellona Touch. I asked many people in my class and online, and this was what was preferred overall. This is kind of interesting, as Abellona is usually just referred to as everyone, man and woman, the whole population. However, having (Wo)Mankind means that there could be a split between man and woman, creating a rather intense atmosphere from the get go. I believe that this would work best, as it is ultimately the best I felt that I could come up with, and it is somewhat corny without being too much so, that you understand almost instantly that this could be somewhat related to genders, or men and women, and that was the effect I wanted to create.
Film Release Date
I have given much thought into when my film will be released, and I believe that the best time for it to be released is Valentine's Day, as it's very ironic due to the film being based around a war of the sexes, put bluntly. This would be interesting as couples may then feel more obliged to go and watch it, as the rivalry between the two genders may come across as rather thrilling to get involved in as a couple, and also the fact that this film is some form of horror with a hint of action could really help, as males can stereotypically thrive on scopophilia, and getting females to watch these kinds of films that means they can cower behind the male and ultimately cause him to feel a sense of power. Also, during Valentine's Day, there are often multiple romantic films, or romantic comedies released, meaning that having my film released during this time will make a great contrast, meaning there is an option for people that don't like romantic films if they decide to go to the cinema around this time. Overall, I believe that this would definitely be the best time, as it's a holiday, and an important day to people because of this, meaning many people will want to spend that time doing something different, and this could cause more people to come to the cinema on this day. This would increase profits and popularity significantly as a result of this.
Target Audience Profile
Gender: Male
Age: 17
Ethnicity: White British
Political Bias: None, open minded however
Region: Manchester
Sexual Orientation: Heterosexual
Relationship Status: Single
Any Children?: No
Current Film Favourites: Rope, A Clockwork Orange, Tokyo Gore Police, Miss Zombie etc.
Media Use: Mostly the internet, smart phone, custom-built computer, many gaming consoles, doesn't watch much television, although a huge film fanatic, however most watching is done through Netflix and online film sites. Does most reading online or through e-readers. Spends far too much time online, often 8 to 12 hours a day.
Occupation: Assistant in retail. Part time job, and still lives with family. Currently a student in college, and will more than likely go off to an average university, due to his relatively high intelligence and attention being used mostly for his online hobbies.
Hobbies: Arthouse films, gaming, comic books, animation, spending time on 4chan and Reddit etc.
Lifestyle: Lives with parents who cook and clean for him mostly. Has an allowance and a very low income and these tend to go towards leisure, such as video games, video game accessories or subscriptions to various online sites, such as Netflix and Blizzard.
Friday, 12 September 2014
Product Treatment
The trailer will begin with darkness, as a song* plays in the background, pianissimo at first. The quote "It is difficulties that show what men are" - Epictetus will appear gradually, before fading away again. The darkness will then gradually change to a master shot of the three main characters, before fading back to black again. The quote "Some women pick men to marry; others pick them to pieces" - Mae West will appear gradually, and the screen will then fade from black to the sight of leaves, and shots of a forest with lower key lighting (still looking natural) to give a rather melancholy, yet unnerving feel overall. There will be a young girl, Annie, one of three main characters, who is wondering around, and there will be over the shoulder shots and close ups of rather subtle things such as her muddy shoes as she wonders the forest. (flashbacks). There will also be shots of the sky at this point, showing a sense of entrapment as the girl is lost in such an unfamiliar, discomforting area. There is then another master shot continued.
As the song gets to the second verse, the setting then changes to what looks like an abandoned warehouse perimeter. There is merely concrete and metal fences, as Tess looks through them nervously. We see shots of the area (5 shot rule) and close ups of her, and you can see how nervous she is here (flashbacks). There is then another master shot, before we see what looks like an abandoned wreckage of an area. There is nothing but rubble and what was left over of factories before the virus broke out, and there are a variety of shots to pan out the scene so that the viewer is able to gain more knowledge of the setting. We see shots of the wreckage and blood on the ground surrounding her to create a more atmospheric scene overall. At this point we hear movement as Martha is walking around the area to find supplies. The music then comes to a crescendo, as Martha is too interested in the area to notice that an infected man appears behind her at this point. Martha notices, turns around, and we see a close up of her smile. (close ups, flashbacks). The music is at its loudest here. We see shots of the women running, and the waist down of each character here.
We then see the Tess fumbling around again. She seems to be trying to find her way somewhere, and shows deep concern through her facial expressions, there is a rack focusing from her to an over the shoulder shot of Martha.
Things turn black, a bang against metal fences is heard, and there is a worms eye view of birds flying away from trees. Annie is seen lying on the ground, and opens her eyes in panic. A shadow hangs over her as she lies there, and then there is a worms eye view of a shadow standing over her. The song ends here, and there is an intense sound in the background as things fade to black, as we hear a woman shout "Leave her alone!" Finally there is another master shot of the three, before it fades to black. Then there is a cut of Martha with her sword in the air, as she screams, almost like a warcry.
*The song is In The Pines, an old Folklore song, made famous by Nirvana and also used as a credit song from the episode 'A House Divided' by the TellTale Games' famous 'The Walking Dead'.
As the song gets to the second verse, the setting then changes to what looks like an abandoned warehouse perimeter. There is merely concrete and metal fences, as Tess looks through them nervously. We see shots of the area (5 shot rule) and close ups of her, and you can see how nervous she is here (flashbacks). There is then another master shot, before we see what looks like an abandoned wreckage of an area. There is nothing but rubble and what was left over of factories before the virus broke out, and there are a variety of shots to pan out the scene so that the viewer is able to gain more knowledge of the setting. We see shots of the wreckage and blood on the ground surrounding her to create a more atmospheric scene overall. At this point we hear movement as Martha is walking around the area to find supplies. The music then comes to a crescendo, as Martha is too interested in the area to notice that an infected man appears behind her at this point. Martha notices, turns around, and we see a close up of her smile. (close ups, flashbacks). The music is at its loudest here. We see shots of the women running, and the waist down of each character here.
We then see the Tess fumbling around again. She seems to be trying to find her way somewhere, and shows deep concern through her facial expressions, there is a rack focusing from her to an over the shoulder shot of Martha.
Things turn black, a bang against metal fences is heard, and there is a worms eye view of birds flying away from trees. Annie is seen lying on the ground, and opens her eyes in panic. A shadow hangs over her as she lies there, and then there is a worms eye view of a shadow standing over her. The song ends here, and there is an intense sound in the background as things fade to black, as we hear a woman shout "Leave her alone!" Finally there is another master shot of the three, before it fades to black. Then there is a cut of Martha with her sword in the air, as she screams, almost like a warcry.
*The song is In The Pines, an old Folklore song, made famous by Nirvana and also used as a credit song from the episode 'A House Divided' by the TellTale Games' famous 'The Walking Dead'.
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