Health and Safety tutorial:

During our media lesson we were taught the health and safety procedures of the equipment, how to construct the equipment, use appropriately and avoid equipment not functioning correctly. Firstly we were shown how to use the JVC cameracorder. We were taught the different types of buttons and what there functions were; for example, the red button in the side of the camera starts the recording and the WZ button allows the user to zoom in and out to construct the camera shot. Secondly we were shown the memory card slots on the camera and how they function, for example there are two shots labelled A and B in which A records first or the opposite if switched from B to A. Another function was how to insert the battery properly. Finally we were shown how to construct the tripod to ensure it was secure and stable, we were then shown how to place the cameracorder onto the tripod and secure accurately.

After this we looked at the different shot types for example how to construct an over the shoulder shot. We then looked at spacing and focus, for spacing we were advised not to leave to much space above the subject or to place the subject too far to the right or left of the frame. We were then advised to use manual focusing during filming as this gives a more sharp high quality image.

Responsibilities:

·         Don’t change menu settings on the camcorder

·         Do not leave the camera or bag unattended

·         Make sure you have all equipment before leaving the building

·         Bring all equipment back on time

·         Check weather in advance as you may need shelter for the camcorder

Conventions Of Film Openings - Unknown

In the opening of unknown, we first see the title sequence which introduces the production companies and actors.

After we are shown the production companies, Liam Neeson's name comes up on its own. This shows that Neeson is a popular actor and therefore it intrigues the audience to watch the film. Moreover, we see a shot of Neeson were we notice airplane windows which immediately engages the audience as we know he is going to go on an exciting journey.



Later on, once the film has started, we see wide shots of areas which introduces the location, telling the audience where the characters are.











Another shot that we see is a two shot of Liam neeson and his wife. She says "you'll do great, you always do." This quote again, engages the audience becuase it gives us a hint that Neeson is going to do something, but we don't know what yet.

We later see a close up of a suitcase that Neeson has forgoten which makes us want to carry on watching becuase we know that he needs it and what will he do. The editing cuts straight to a lot of traffic that the couple are in, telling us that they are going quite far, without all their luggage. When Neeson is hurring back for the suitcase, we see a negative reaction shot which straight makes us know that the action will start.

Movie opening analysis for The Taking Of Pelham 123

The Taking Of Pelham

Immediately from  the beginning we see the production/distribution company which is Colombia pictures. We get a panning shot of the city which shows us the setting.  The non-diegetic sound of the fast and upbeat music sets a very fast pace. This is also created by the fast forward effect.  From there we see the criminals and someone famous. John Trovalta.  A lot of editing is done in this. We see this when the title sequence comes on with another non-diegetic sound.  The parrarel shot in this tells us that the criminals are being watched and that this is going to be a fast paced movie. In the office there is a lot of light which creates a friendlier atmosphere where as in the station it is much darker. This has a gloomier atmosphere. 

Movie opening analysis for Unknown

Unknown

Straight away we see the in the title sequence who the production company is. “Studio Canal” “dark castle” It starts off with a panning shot for a while and then zooms in to the plane where we see the main character. The use of diegetic sound in there creates a soft and relax atmosphere, making the audience think about what might happen. The snow also creates a cold atmosphere. The way the protagonist speaks makes him look sophisticated.  The close up shot of the lady followed by a match cut of the man getting in the taxi to drive away allows the audience to see the lady’s facial expression. We see that now something is wrong. The slow motion effect used when the car goes over the barrier and into the river creates a suspenseful aura which stresses that moment in time. 

Conventions Of Film Openings

Psycho. 

Immediately the audience are intruduced to the production and distribution company, which in this case is paramount.

Psycho uses a classic opening, this hooks the audience through graphics, sound and editing. We are introduced to the director which is presented in a bold, black and white graphics, to enhance the overall exsperience.

The sound which is used in the opening of psycho, immediatly the audience know the genre of the film as it and creates a sense of thrill. The film logo has been edited to look distorted which may imply the meaning of the word itself.




As the film begins we start of with an establishing shot, which allows us as the audience to know the location we are in. The graphics provide us with the date and time of this location.















The pan shot the comes to zoom into the window to establish the different movement of the camera and where it is taking the audience.












The film begins with an establishing shot which allows the audience to create a sense of location and as to where this film is set. This shot then slowly pans whilst zooming into a window, creating suspense of what may be lurking behind. We are then introduced to two characters which then set’s the scene and hook’s the audience.







Unknown.

Firstly we are introduced to the production and distribution companies n the opening sequence. which then follows on to star the director and characters.

Here we are introduced to the main character through the title sequence.

A close up of the briefcase has been used to foreshadow later events.

A wide shot of this statue has been used to create a sense of location as this is located in the front of the Queen’s palace.

A close up of the rope has been used to build tension up to the main crash.

The opening starts with a wide shot of a view out of the window, in which we get the see the title sequence of the production and distribution companies. The view from the window then zooms back into the plane, in which the protagonist is sitting. We are then introduced to the characters, starring in the movie; the title sequence is fairly slow paced therefore implying the tone of the film, in this case is quite tragic. Also the non diegetic sound coordinating with the title sequence is also slow paced, foreshadowing later events. We are then plunged straight into the narrative, which creates suspense and raises questions. We also receive a sense of location through camera shots of the statue located at the Queen’s palace and dialogue as the women says ‘We’re in Berlin’ as exiting the airport. We are introduced to various close ups of objects such as, the briefcase, mobile phone and fridge freezer, this allows tension to build until the main crash.

Screen grab of opening from unknown

In the Opening of 'Unknown' We're told who the production company is, this is in the middle 

of a pan shot which is then zoomed to the inside of the plane where we see the protagonist.

Two shot

Medium Shot

Long Shot

Tracking

Someone Looking shot

Point Of View

Close up

This is a close up shot.

Low Angle Shot

This is a low angle shot. This is used to create a sense of power.