What have you learnt about technologies from the process of constructing this product? (Explain what you’ve learned about digital cameras, camera angles, movement and shot types. Explain what you’ve learned about editing, particularly importance of sequencing shots (narrative structure) and using effects if you have utilised this feature; adding sound and titles.)                            

During our Pre Lim project, I began to understand and develop techniques using the digital camera as well as creating a storyboard and becoming creative. As we got in to our groups we discussed what would make a good video to create and they story board which would bring a little bit of comedy which would enable us to use different camera angles. We decided on particulars and drew a strong story board which help use go through the filming.

Camera, Angles, Shots and Movement

The cameras we used were hand held and quite small. These were fun to use and easy to hold and understand. Filming a shot with no stand had a really good effect, we used this to do the over shoulder shot, which gave great results. The idea was like you were with the character as they moved as if you weren’t supposed to be there. It also gave put a feeling of you were intruding the characters space and secrecy. We also tried a camera shot when the character walked towards the side of the camera and the shot swished round to catch the characters back during the scene. Another shot which I enjoyed and found challenging was the CCTV shot where we had to have the camera at the top of the room in the corner and hold it via tripod stand. Another thing that I began to learn was the change in shots. By making different angles with alternate shots i.e. close ups then long shots, it makes the film more enjoyable and keeps you interested.

Editing

During the Task we had to take our shots and edit them in to a 2 minute film. We decided to use iMovie on the latest Apple Macs. When we watched the footage we recorded, we began to discuss and decide on what clip went where. We felt the walking shot should start off the film as it made the character look like they are coming with determination and ready to go somewhere. Using different shots really made the film flow better as we felt we didn’t need to add many effects to the start of the film. However when we began to reach the end of the film, we wanted to make the passing of the object the main highlight. We decided to introduce the slow motion which made the passing of the object long and stand out. We added a dream effect to the picture to help put emphasis on the clip. Furthermore in addition we added a western cowboy sound to that particular moment to relate with the object. This added comedy and a sound which can continue as the credits roll.