Video diary 2

Storyboard analysis

This is our initial ideas which we have put into an animated storyboard.We haven't shown much about our choice of camera angles but we have recognized this and a variation will be used in our actual trailer.At the point of making the storyboard not all our ideas had been finished or discussed which means our soundtrack was not added to it however after finding the perfect piece we will be adding it to our edited trailer. We would also need to add title including actors name and some dramatic catch lines about the film and when its coming to the cinemas.Like most people our storyboard will not identically match our finished piece but we will  draw influence from it whilst we have film.

'BETRAYAL' Storyboard

gas mask breathing - sound effect

Font/Titles

We decided very early on the process that we wanted to use a simplistic choice of font. We found that the more simple it was the more sophisticated and grown up it looked. In the 80's a lot of horror films used very detailed and intricate fonts in a bright read to signify blood, now that's its become over used it has started to look incredible tacky and cheap looking. Because the film is a mix between horror and thriller it also means that we have to combine ideas from both genres,. Although simple is normally portrayed as bold, we have chosen a quite thin text which makes it seem more sophisticated, but so its clear what genre of film our trailer is for there is a bit 'wear and tear' making it look scarier. The text is also not completely straight which makes it looks like someone may of wrote it the uneven look could signify the ups and downs in the story. Like I said earlier in the 80's they used red fonts however we have chosen very plain colours, black and white depending on what looks best with the background. Both colours go with anything however one may work better or stand out more than the other. Having the font in capital letters also means it will stand out more and make more of a statement.

Script

Cast in car
1 - Establishing shot [2/3 seconds]

2 slow/ long shots showing the car from the outside (Diegetic sound of pop music) [1/2 seconds]


(Sound bridge)


3 - Mid shot of characters laughing, looking happy and having fun, breaking alcohol (stereotypical view). (fast paste shots) [5/6 seconds]


Mandy - "They'll be there when we arrive right?"


Pandey - "yeah"


4- Black fade out transition Titles [From the makers of The Woods and Intrusion]

Black fade in transition- car turning into location, (long/medium deep focus shot) revealing the name of the camp site location (black fade out transition) 

 - (Fade in transition) Match on action of character getting out of car and looking at the area (only 2-3 seconds duration). (Music stops suddenly) [2 seconds] (Then fades out)


Arrive in woods


5 - Bags drop on floor - loud thump (big effect on audience) [1 second]


6 - shots of them laughing, sitting around a camp fire, drinking and laughing. [4/5 seconds]


7 - Black transition. [8/9 seconds]


- Diegetic sound bridge of antagonist on phone. Complete black screen (creates enigma)


Voice on phone: “Help me... someone... Help me (panting crying whimpering voice)"

Mandy: “Jack, what's happening... where you are?" (Concerned voice)

Voice on phone: “Help me...  (Heavily breathing, muffled) ...please someone ... help me, they're coming"

Mandy - " Where are you!?" (Panicking voice)" Who's coming?" (Panicked voice)


Voice on phone - (gasp)”They’re here” (Panicked voice) scream... 

Phone Cuts off (dial tone) (Black transition lasts for 2-3 second for suspense)

-Diegetic sound of heavy breathing through gas mask

Fast pace editing begins:

Light behind three antagonists flashes on screen, revealing silhouette of them. 

Shots of people getting dragged, hiding behind trees, screaming, axe hitting against things, knife dragged against the wall. All these shots fastening up so fast the screen goes black. 

Diegetic noise of a lighter flicking- Girl appears, flame goes out.

Diegetic noise of the lighter flicking again, girl appears but closer as the camera is continuing zooming inwards and towards the girl. Flame goes out 

Diegetic noise of the lighter again, close up of girl face, flame stays light, and girl looks to the left. While she does that, gas mask antagonist face is revealed behind. Diegetic sound of the flame being blown out. As this happens screen goes black. 

Title of film fades on to black background 'Betrayal' 

Masks

Having the right type of mask is vital to the storyline of the film. Our film is based round a group of young teenagers, therefore we need to be realistic in our choices. Most recently the gas mask has been a very popular and effective choice of mask in films, therefore people may go against the idea as it may become to repetitive or stereo typical. However because our characters are teenagers ,their age group are generally aware of the new and upcoming horror/thriller films and because of this its pretty easy to get hold of a mask online for a reasonable price. Although our film is going to be scary, the antagonists are teenagers so they are not going to be particularly organised or creative so will be  easily influenced by films they have seen themselves. This means that the choice of a gas mask is a realistic option for a group of teenagers to choose. The main antagonists will be wearing this mask as it stands out more and its scarier. The dark colour means that the character will be more camouflaged at night and will help create a scary atmosphere. Gas masks are well know for the creepy sound of breathing hence, this will become a big feature in the trailer.

Our second choice of mask is the hockey mask ,again this an easy, assessable and cheap choice therefore it would make a perfect option for a group of teenagers. The colour of it means that it will reflect light, which in someway makes it a silly choice because the antagonist will be more visible and easy to find, however a group of teenagers probably wouldn't think that through. Only having the eyes on show puts an emphasis on them and makes it seem even more scary. The breathing holes are pretty small so the sound of the person breathing will be quite loud and will give a scary effect. The two other antagonists will be wearing this mask.