http://themediablog.typepad.com/
What i found interesting about the first website was that it used a wide variety of search engines and blogging sites combined into one ranging from Blogs, Jounarlism and even Magazines all in one place. Each story had a newspaper type slogan which would help to convince the person viewing the site pick the best story for them. The site also used images and videos to help gain their viewers attention and not bore them with thousands of worded essay style writing. It can even allow people to add it to two of the biggest social networks (Facebook & Twitter). It is also able to link people to other sites such as Metro, BBC, NHS Choices and Channel 4 this is a good factor as many will come to this site and read a story and want to find out where they can find more therefore by this site playing host to others it gives them as well as smaller websites wider coverage.
http://petesmediablog.blogspot.com/
On the other hand the second website which is someone's Blog was very different to the first website as this one is directed at Alevel students. I like his use of footage and images as like the first website it makes it interesting and appealing to those who will be reading it and seeing it as it becomes a whole lot more appealing rather than having just writing. For example his use of good explanationa and annotation on his piece about Film Openings it helps the viewetr to understand what he is saying with the help of a visual guide.
Monday, 17 January 2011
Thursday, 13 January 2011
Analysing Sound
The sound in the first clip is used in the first scene when the camera sharply moves towards the characters face the sound is used in order to block the character from what is happening in the scenario. It also creates the sense of authority within the room as the judge is speaking the verdict is read out so in contrast the sound is placed over to build up on the tension. In the second scene when the man slams his hand on the table it is the sound that is heard first before the camera edges towards his face the sound made creates the sense of power.
The sound in the second clip is heartbreaking and emotional as it is about a character coming to terms with the fact that her mother has never cared for her and that the man who took her in is in love with hertherefore the sound used in this is fitiing as it creates the mood of sadness and egarness as we wait to see what the character's response is to the other.
The sound in the third clip is lacking as the audience here pratically no sound used to empahsise anything happening in the scene this however can create the sense of tense emotion as sound can create all types of feeling and flow with the situation whereas if there is a lack of it it creates the feeling of something lacking something or maybe just to create unecessary tension.
The sound used in the fourth clip is fitting with the action happening in the scene as it creates the sense of fastness and high speed. It can be hard to find the right sounds to fit an upbeat tempo or fast paced action. The sound used was good as it also allowed the audience to keep up with what was going on as the music got faster.
The sound used in the fifth clip was heartbreaking because the action taking place in the clip was of a woman being torn from her child by the police and social services the sound added to the pulling of heart strings as it creates emotional feeling as it is afterall a sad situation being played out. The music often played when something sad happens is a quite and slow sound as it wants to get the audience to feel how the character is feeling place themselves in their shoes.
The sound in the second clip is heartbreaking and emotional as it is about a character coming to terms with the fact that her mother has never cared for her and that the man who took her in is in love with hertherefore the sound used in this is fitiing as it creates the mood of sadness and egarness as we wait to see what the character's response is to the other.
The sound in the third clip is lacking as the audience here pratically no sound used to empahsise anything happening in the scene this however can create the sense of tense emotion as sound can create all types of feeling and flow with the situation whereas if there is a lack of it it creates the feeling of something lacking something or maybe just to create unecessary tension.
The sound used in the fourth clip is fitting with the action happening in the scene as it creates the sense of fastness and high speed. It can be hard to find the right sounds to fit an upbeat tempo or fast paced action. The sound used was good as it also allowed the audience to keep up with what was going on as the music got faster.
The sound used in the fifth clip was heartbreaking because the action taking place in the clip was of a woman being torn from her child by the police and social services the sound added to the pulling of heart strings as it creates emotional feeling as it is afterall a sad situation being played out. The music often played when something sad happens is a quite and slow sound as it wants to get the audience to feel how the character is feeling place themselves in their shoes.
Wednesday, 12 January 2011
Feedback On The Rough Cut Of Our Film
The commments that were made by our peers were very positive but contructive as it allowed us to concentrate on minor things that were needed to be made in order for our film to be taken seriously and get the point across of what it is about. It was a good experience as it allowed us to get a taster of what other viewers who will see our film react and respond to it.
One of the good commnents made about the film was that our Music choice added a nice difference as it was not your typical ery music related to Horror Films this was our main concern as we thought it would not be accepted as it was different to what was expected however our peers found it to be out of the norm and like it alot. Another comment that was good was that our transitions that we used to create the affect of being chased was very good and well used as what we wanted to create was seen by the audience.
However our peers commented on the fact that we needed to focus more on Mise-En-Scene and and that we needed to add some titles but make sure that they could be seen and in the correct place as for using Mise-En-Scene we will be focusing closely on the use of colour as we have a lot in our film and need to make sure it stands out through each scene in the Film.
One of the good commnents made about the film was that our Music choice added a nice difference as it was not your typical ery music related to Horror Films this was our main concern as we thought it would not be accepted as it was different to what was expected however our peers found it to be out of the norm and like it alot. Another comment that was good was that our transitions that we used to create the affect of being chased was very good and well used as what we wanted to create was seen by the audience.
However our peers commented on the fact that we needed to focus more on Mise-En-Scene and and that we needed to add some titles but make sure that they could be seen and in the correct place as for using Mise-En-Scene we will be focusing closely on the use of colour as we have a lot in our film and need to make sure it stands out through each scene in the Film.
Thursday, 6 January 2011
British Film Review - Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 1
The last harry potter film is finally out (well the first part atleast) it was released on the 19 of November 2010 and Part 2 being released on the 15 of July 2011. With the last Harry Potter Movie (The Half Blood Prince) released on the 15 July 2009 the last enstallment of the phenomenom has been highly anticipated by the Fanatic Fans and waiting audiences.
Harry Potter is a Film that the British people have come to love as most films bore and the sequels are very long that many would be on the verge of walking out of the cinema however Harry Potter has mangaed to grab the attention of thousand. The last enstallment has been long awaited and goes through the last adventure of Harry and his two friends Harmonie Granger and Ron Weasely.
I have to say, as the film is no longer set in Hogwarts (The Wizarding and Witch Magic School) it can take a while to get used to as it takes a few seconds into the film to grasp the concept. However the quality of action and drama is still of a high standard as we see the return of Harry's arch enemy Voldermort return at his most darkest being yet Part 1 looks back at Harry's fatal killing of his mother and father as he returns to where he once lived with them when as a baby the first Part focuses more on the three young wizard and their quest to find the remaining horcruxses.
Bristish Films have evolved from a traditional fairytale love story to something magical and action packed Harry Potter has turned a different leaf on what a British Film can really be, good acting, depth and lots of action.
Harry Potter is a Film that the British people have come to love as most films bore and the sequels are very long that many would be on the verge of walking out of the cinema however Harry Potter has mangaed to grab the attention of thousand. The last enstallment has been long awaited and goes through the last adventure of Harry and his two friends Harmonie Granger and Ron Weasely.
I have to say, as the film is no longer set in Hogwarts (The Wizarding and Witch Magic School) it can take a while to get used to as it takes a few seconds into the film to grasp the concept. However the quality of action and drama is still of a high standard as we see the return of Harry's arch enemy Voldermort return at his most darkest being yet Part 1 looks back at Harry's fatal killing of his mother and father as he returns to where he once lived with them when as a baby the first Part focuses more on the three young wizard and their quest to find the remaining horcruxses.
Bristish Films have evolved from a traditional fairytale love story to something magical and action packed Harry Potter has turned a different leaf on what a British Film can really be, good acting, depth and lots of action.
Tuesday, 7 December 2010
Websites
http://www.britfilms.com/: their purpose is to give short film makers to debue their efforts and pieces of work at various festivals they also over access to UK films through the british film council. Information provided by the company are a directory of international film and video festivals listing countries and places the festivals are being held, information on the cannes film festival, trainig and courses, news and events various things happening in the film spotlight/industry.
The target audience for this specific website would be those who are keen festival goers seeking to find the best events, those thinking about making a short film, those thinking about going into the film industry.
Two interesting things i found while looking at this site was that you are able to get an exclusive on many short films going through the process of being made and also that they can direct you to other sites enabling you to seek various jobs in the industry.
The target audience base for this site would be those who are interested in the knowledge and history of film from when it started to how it is presented in the modern day.
The target audience that this site would play host to would be those who are looking to share and note things to do with films and the industry.
Two interesting things i found out about the site was that you are able to create your own blog and contribute to what the site call a community where people place comments about Films etc. also they have various interviews with several people in the industry including Directors.
http://www.ukfilmcouncil.org.uk/: the UK film council are a company that make sure that fairness is brought to all films shown abroad and in the UK all regarding they have a cultural, educational and economic aspect. They also want to make sure that the best of British Films are shown with a clear stratergy.
The information provided consists of who they fund (, research, distributon of Films and Films in general. A target audience of this site would be those who are interested in the back work of film and how films can be fairly distributed abroad and also those who are looking to be funded for their own film.
The target audience for this specific website would be those who are keen festival goers seeking to find the best events, those thinking about making a short film, those thinking about going into the film industry.
Two interesting things i found while looking at this site was that you are able to get an exclusive on many short films going through the process of being made and also that they can direct you to other sites enabling you to seek various jobs in the industry.
British Film Institute: the purpose of the intitute is to provided information about films, festivals and whats on in cinema. the information that is provided by the institute is centred around educating many about the world of film as they have various information on how films came about, how they were made and how to get research on them.
Two interesting things i found out about the BFI were that they hold an annual festival allowing smaller film companys and short films to be realeased on a world wide basis so it enables them to get full exposure of their work and also it plays host to educational events that allow young people to come and explore the world of film and what it has to offer.
http://www.netribution.co.uk/: is almost like a blogging site which allows people to place contributions about all things Film it also allows people to have their own profiles and make a positive contribution about various Flms etc.
The target audience that this site would play host to would be those who are looking to share and note things to do with films and the industry.
Two interesting things i found out about the site was that you are able to create your own blog and contribute to what the site call a community where people place comments about Films etc. also they have various interviews with several people in the industry including Directors.
http://www.ukfilmcouncil.org.uk/: the UK film council are a company that make sure that fairness is brought to all films shown abroad and in the UK all regarding they have a cultural, educational and economic aspect. They also want to make sure that the best of British Films are shown with a clear stratergy.
The information provided consists of who they fund (, research, distributon of Films and Films in general. A target audience of this site would be those who are interested in the back work of film and how films can be fairly distributed abroad and also those who are looking to be funded for their own film.
Two interesting things i found out about the council where that they fund short films, cinemas, educational film and many more also they strive to give the opportunity to non mainstream films available to audiences and support the UK exports of Films abroad.
Monday, 22 November 2010
Feed Back Of Our Animatic
Friday, 19 November 2010
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