Short Film Evaluation - The Chase
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tE3kACD3Qi4

What we did for this project?
We was set a task of creating a short film of any genre but must have a secret in the film. We started this by doing some primary research and secondary and made a survey in which our fellow classmates gave their opinions on what films they liked which would then help us with what type of film we should create. For example our film had an open ending of a bag that the mugger has opened but we don't show the bag.
primary and secondary research:
We created a survey on surveymonkey.com with questions such as: what type of genre is your favourite?, what do you like best about that genre? and why is your favourite film your favourite?
Planning and pre production:
Before we could film we had to sign a health and safety sheet stating that we wouldn't include drugs, guns or anything of a sexual nature in our short films. We had to also create a storyboard I decided to draw out the storyboard and Daemon and Syed did the storyboard on the computer using storyboardit.com. We used surveymonkey.com to collect extra research and because I had created the survey this was my research which is also primary.

Production:
We used a tripod that came with the Lumix recording camera to help shoot our film in a more steady way using the tripod. we really needed the tripod as it helped us maintain shots that we wouldn't be able to hold steady just using free hand. For example in one of our scenes we use a tilt shot but we needed to keep the camera steady while shooting so the tripod really helped with this helping us create a better feel to the film. Also in our production our main prop of the film is a black bag held by a student while he's is sat on a staircase. How did we use the bag? we used the bag as a main objective for the mugger to get away with the bag and then as the end we show the muggers face lighting up as he opens the bag leaving a mystery with he bag as we then end the film on an open ending.

Schedule:
the chances we got to shoot was on Tuesdays but the problem was that we had days off on Tuesdays due to strikes and also interview days which was a problem. Also one of the days Ofsted came in and that was a problem because we wasn't allowed to go off in our production group instead we had to go out as a whole class which was time consuming because some of the locations wasn't needed for our short film and the areas we wanted to go that was on our location recce.

the problems I faced during filming?

• we had to go out as a group and some of the locations we went to was irrelevant to me and my group so we wasted time when we could be filming and improving shots.
• also we filmed at break times when there was loads of people going out and we had to wait for some people to walk past so we had to rush some 
• we still have to recreate some shots and improve them so it will be pitch perfect for my standards 

what went well?

• managing the actors went well for me so i could create the shots I wanted
• we got some great shot and also a range of shots as well
• we improvised with a range of shots but still able to connect to our storyboard. 

what will we be doing next time

• improving our shots if needed to
• get more shots maybe trying to get more action shots

What rating would my short film fall under?

What does the 12A symbol mean?

Films classified 12A and video works classified 12 contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help them decide, we recommend that they check the BBFC insight for that film in advance. Watch our video about 12A.

What's the difference between 12A and 12?

The 12A requires an adult to accompany any child under 12 seeing a 12A film at the cinema. This is enforced by cinema staff and a cinema may lose its license if adult accompaniment is not enforced for children under 12 admitted to a 12A film. Accompanied viewing cannot be enforced in the home, so the 12 certificate remains for DVD/Blu-ray, rather than the 12A. The 12 is also a simpler system for retailers. It means they cannot sell or rent the item unless the customer is over the age of 12.

Is there a lower age limit for a 12A film?

No. However, the BBFC considers the content of 12A rated films to be suitable for children aged 12 and over, and we would not recommend taking very young children to see them. Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.
Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help adults make this decision, we provide BBFC insight for all films.

How important is the tone of a film at 12A or 12?

The overall tone of a film or video, and the way it makes the audience feel may affect the classification. For example, a work which has a very dark or unsettling tone which could disturb the audience would be less likely to be passed 12A even if the individual issues in the film were considered acceptable under the BBFC Guidelines. Similarly, if a work is particularly positive or reassuring this may stop it being pushed up a category from 12A to 15.

Will there be uses of strong language in a 12A or 12 work?

The BBFC's Guidelines state that strong language (e.g. 'f***') may be passed at 12 or 12A, depending on the manner in which it is used, who is using the language, its frequency and any special contextual justification. Aggressive uses of strong language may result in a film or DVD being placed at the 15 category. There is some allowance for puns on strong language at this category.
There may be moderate language (e.g. uses of terms such as ‘bitch’ and ‘twat’ at 12 or 12A).

What about discrimination?

Any discriminatory language or behaviour will not be endorsed by the work as a whole. Aggressive discriminatory language (for example homophobic or racist terms) is unlikely to be passed at 12A or 12 unless it is clearly condemned.

Do 12A films contain sexual behaviour?

Sex may be briefly and discreetly portrayed at 12A or 12. Verbal sex references should not go beyond what is suitable for young teenagers. Comedy may lessen the impact of some moderate sex references or innuendo but frequent crude sex references are unlikely to be accepted at this category. There may be nudity in 12A films but nudity in a sexual context should only be brief and discreet.
Sex and sex references are treated the same irrespective of sexuality

What sort of violence can I expect in a 12A or 12?

At 12A, moderate violence is allowed but it should not dwell on detail. There should be no emphasis on injuries or blood, but occasional gory moments may be permitted if they can be justified by their context (for example brief sight of bloody injury in a medical drama).
Action sequences and weapons may be present at 12A or 12, and there may be long fight scenes or similar. Weapons which might be easily accessible to 12 year olds (such as knives) should not be glamorised in 12A and 12 works.
Sexual violence, such as scenes of rape or assault, may only be implied or briefly and discreetly indicated at 12A and 12. Such scenes must also have a strong contextual justification.

From looking at the 12 category I think my film definitely falls under this criteria  with its lack of violence but the moderate language going to be used in the music for this film.
http://www.bbfc.co.uk/what-classification/pg

Extra Ideas?
I liked how a lot of the films that I researched used the first person point of view which I really think created a dynamic and intense chase scene along with all the mix of shots from over the shoulder to even a jib shot I really enjoyed watching these and looking at these elements and also jotting down and getting ideas how I could use these in mu own film.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yytR0A2_xdk

Camera/ Tripod Elements and pieces I used:
To attach the camera safely to the tripod without the camera rotating or falling we used a screw plate to attach the two together creating a steady one piece with minimal movement.

Peer Feedback: Pelle
"I liked the setting used in your clip such as cross cutting and the storyline behind was performed really well and it was very inspiring and a very well shot film"

Peer Feedback: Elliot
"I thought that the short film was very interesting and unique, I personally like the idea of a chase scene and thought that you did it well. I personally like the first person perspective of the man running and thought that it added a nice touch. To improve you should add some intense music and you should edit it more"

BBC film network

1. What copyright exists in music?
   There are principally 2 types of copyright to consider when we talk about music copyright.
   • The traditional ©, ‘C in a circle’ copyright, applies to the composition, musical score, lyrics, as well as any artwork or cover designs, as all of these are individually subject to copyright in their own rights, (though when you register, you can include them all in a single registration provided they have the same copyright owner(s)).
   • The second type of copyright applies to the sound recording itself, and is signified by the ‘P in a circle’ .
   How does this work?
   Suppose you want to record and sell your own version of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture. This would not present a problem as Tchaikovsky has certainly been dead for over 70 years*, the work itself would now be out of copyright, and available as a work in the public domain. Provided you performed and recorded the work yourself, no infringement would have occurred. * Actual duration may vary due to national laws
   You would however be justifiably annoyed if someone else simply copied your recording and started selling it themselves. This is where the copyright in the sound recording comes into play. Copyright law recognises the problematic nature of this situation which is unique to sound recordings, and gives sound recordings distinct protection in their own right that is separate from that in the underlying work. The copyright in the sound recording will run for 50 years from the year of recording, or 50 years from date of release if released in that time. Again actual duration may vary slightly from one country to another depending on national laws.
2. Using the work of others
   If you use samples of music by other authors in your work, ensure that you get permission to use the work before you attempt to publish or sell your work. Similarly, if you use loops or samples available via sample collections etc. ensure that these are licensed as free to use, or obtain permission first.
3. Obtaining permission
   If you need to get permission to use a piece of music, normally the best place to start is with the last know publisher for the work. They will certainly know how to get permission to use the work, (as they must have permission themselves), so they will certainly know who you would need to contact.
   If the work is by an U.S. artist, you could contact the
4. Band members agreements
   Where music is written as a group effort, we recommend that you draw up an agreement to clarify issues, such as which rights belong to which member, and how royalties would be distributed in the event that members of your group leave.
   For successful commercial bands, incorporation is also an option. As with a normal incorporated company, the band members would own shares in the band/company. In this situation, a band member would typically sell his shares to the other members if he decided to leave.
5. Does copyright protect a band name?
   Copyright does not apply to names, neither will it apply to single phrases or slogans. Names may however be regionally protected as a trademark which may be carried out via national patent and trademark offices. To qualify the name should be distinctive, not deceptive or contrary to law or morality, and not similar to previously registered band names.
6. Public performance
   Clubs and venues will generally be licensed for public performance, the administration of this is carried out by various organisations throughout the world

https://www.copyrightservice.co.uk/protect/p07_music_copyright[ut

short film terminology

non digetic sounds

non linear

close endily

primary research

multi strand

cross cutting

secondary research

digetic sound

jib shot

close up shot

rule of thirds

linear

tilt shot

long shot

white balance

landscape

aprature

pyscographics

market research

PG-BBFC

ISO

Bracketing

socioeconomic

apature/gain

quantitive results

demographic scale

steadycam

tint

what did we do today not finished

firstly we was set to make a storyboard for our short film this is to see how our film will be planned out. i then decided i would draw the storyboard and Daimon and Syed would do the storyboard on the computer using Storyboardthat.com.

i think this will work well because we dont require many props and also the timing shoyuldnt be a problem

proposal

Story - my film will be about a thug who sees a group of people but decides to steal their bag and the guys chase them and the film becomes an action packed parkour film with first person perspective of a guy running and also looking round a corner but the robber gets away but doesn't know whats in the bag then the robber towards the end opens the bag and his face lights up with joy and a glow comes from the bag. the film then ends leaving the film as an open ending. there will be a narrator speaking over the actors as if its from what they are thinking but the actor inst using dialogue. there will be around 3 actors needed and one for the camera but i could take out an actor easily so its not a problem. also this film will be a multi strand.

Content - i will use slow motion when a actor jumps over a wall or when hes running his shoe lace is undone.

Soundtrack - i would use a fast tempo and high volume but when hes out of sight the music stops but then starts again because they see him and the chase is back on.

Audience - My audience is going to be set at 12 year old because our film has to be a 12A. so because its a 12A we would not aloud to include any form of guns. No drugs or impersonations such as using salt or sugar to replicate a drug. No swearing. 

Research Terminology

secrets - short film

Here is a link to my survey
https://www.surveymonkey.com/analyze/7yLFBNg2spPlCvgnZg_2BUQm52iOWq7nt1ZMzRYeTBBJ8_3D

Stereotypes

firstly we had to describe the types of stereotypes and also suggest what types of genre they fit into deciding from the information they have provided us with. once we done that we had to give our reasons why and also after that comment what films might they be into that fit into the genre that the person likes.

my stereotype is a footballer and a goalkeeper.
Also the gingerbread man is too describe my hair color
the media things that i would be sold because i fit into that target audience are: MOTD, 442 Magazine, PES 2016, Fifa 16, Football league show, BBC Sport, Sport magazine.
the reason we are looking audiences and stereotypes is to give us an idea for our short films and also when we are making it we can then set a target to set our film to that audience or stereotypes.

Psychographic, creative, football enthusiast, student, game enthusiast

demographic, age, sex, religon, location

socia-economic, working class, money,image, employment

CBeebies
The profile of audience that is amied at cbeebies on a demographic scale would be any sex but a very young age group around 0-7 years also you wont have to be any religon to watch cbeebies becasue they celebrate other non traditional celebrations to regular people, for example chinease new year which shows you can be any religon to watch cbeebies.
The pychographical features of cbeebies is that its creative colorful and also is full of happiness and also cartoons and color and very cute characters.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/cbeebies/episode/b03ybw6c/something-special-were-all-friends-25-wetlands-centre

Grand Designs
the profile audience for grand designs is for people who are intersted in houses, design, creativity and also people who could have also the money to afford one of these custom made houses.
the psychographic audience for this show is

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQsgIHazF6M