Copyright issues with music
For the background music we were not allowed to use anything copyrighted which made it hard to find a decent piece of music that would go well because none of us knew any non copyright music. We had some ideas in mind what sort of sound we wanted to go for. Some examples of artists we thought would work were Joe Brooks, Jason Mraz and Snow Patrol. The sound of their music is not too over-powering but light and cheerful or emotional. We wanted the sound of an acoustic guitar to be the main instrument used because we thought it would fit in well with the mood of the opening scene. We also wanted it to be not too loud and over-powering because it would be heard with a voice-over on top and we wanted the voice-over to be prominent and the music to slot in the background quietly.
This background music to the song 'You and I both' by Jason Mraz we thought was perfect because it had a nice steady rhythm to it and wasn't to loud or in your face. It also broke into a different sound with more energy which would have been good But due to copyright issues we couldn't use it so we began looking for non copyright music on the Internet. We used http://www.audio.lgfl.org.uk to look for different music soundtracks. We came across 4 that we thought could work so we tried them individually on top of our film to see which one fit best. We immediately knew when we tried the one we used that it was right and worked really well.
This is the music we chose for the background of our opening:
This background music to the song 'You and I both' by Jason Mraz we thought was perfect because it had a nice steady rhythm to it and wasn't to loud or in your face. It also broke into a different sound with more energy which would have been good But due to copyright issues we couldn't use it so we began looking for non copyright music on the Internet. We used http://www.audio.lgfl.org.uk to look for different music soundtracks. We came across 4 that we thought could work so we tried them individually on top of our film to see which one fit best. We immediately knew when we tried the one we used that it was right and worked really well.
This is the music we chose for the background of our opening:
Pictures of the actors and props
These are pictures of the main actress - Charlotte Andreas, the supporting actress - Jodie Butcher, and the key props which are the kite and the bucket list.
Pictures of the crew and location
These are the pictures of the crew. Charlotte Andreas, Faye Gibbs and Jodie Butcher. Pictures of the 2 locations.
film opening anaylsis - my sisters keeper
film opening analysis
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Feedback from final cut
Before we presented we were editing as quickly as possible right up until we had to present. We knew that other groups film openings were at a very high standard and were worried that ours wasn't up to their level. When we did present to the rest of our class our final cut of our film opening 'Before I die' we received positive feedback. We were proud of what we achieved as our initial idea went wrong and we had to come up with a new idea quickly and we had many set backs whilst filming and editing. We learnt a lot from filming and editing our film opening and are proud of it.
The opening of a films standard features
The opening of a film is really about differentiating between the actual film. Many directors and producers aim to use extravagant and uncanny camera angles which they might not necessarily use in the rest of the film. This enables the director and producers to be creative. But however, the fundamental purpose of a film opening is, as cliché as it sounds, is to keep the viewer interested and watch the remaining hour or so of the film. So, here are the standard features of a typical film opening;
Exaggerated/unusual camera angles- Many directors use exaggerated angles in order to be creative and intrigue the viewer. Colours- Hues of colours are used to reflect on the mood of the film i.e. Reds to signify blood, therefore leading to an overall theme of horror.
Special transitions- Transitions such as fade to black/white to create either a tense feeling, or a dream like quality.
Lighting techniques- Lighting techniques are used in order to reflect on the genre and theme of the film. Say for example a horror/thriller film, lighing techniques could be used. Lighting techniques such as chiaroscuro, low key lighting and silhouettes could be used in order to give the film an eerie feeling.
Special effects- Three-dimensional, animated features are sometimes used in order to create something abnormal, yet interesting.
Dialogue- They might use dialogue in order to give the viewer a sense of what exactly is going on. The accents also set the scene, i.e. French accent, linking to the idea that the French language/accent is romantic, therefore linking to the theme of the film.Music- Music would be used which could either reflect on the mood, or reflect on the theme later on in the film.
Objects that link to the theme- Almost premonition objects are used. These however are normally subliminal, and make the viewer think what exactly is happening. This should however link to the overall storyline.
The title of the film- This is crucial, because an opening really does set the scene, as well as the title.
Credits- The names of the important people who played crucial roles in the creation of this film.
Time and place- This is sometimes used in order to set the scene, giving the viewer a clear understanding where and when the action is taking place.
Juxtaposition- Music, camera angles etc can all be juxtaposed with the overall theme, giving the viewer an interesting perspective on what’s happening i.e. towards the end of 'This is England', where the black character is being brutally attacked, choir music is being played, combining with slow camera movement. This is juxtaposed to the situation of the theme.
Cliff-hangers- The opening two minutes could end with a cliff-hanger, or more well known as a 'hook', hooking the viewer to watch the rest of the film.
Genre- A combination of camera angles, transitions, objects, scenery, colours, possibly dialogue, all reflect on the genre of the film. This is crucial, giving the viewer an understanding on what he/she is going to be watching later on in the film.
Exaggerated/unusual camera angles- Many directors use exaggerated angles in order to be creative and intrigue the viewer. Colours- Hues of colours are used to reflect on the mood of the film i.e. Reds to signify blood, therefore leading to an overall theme of horror.
Special transitions- Transitions such as fade to black/white to create either a tense feeling, or a dream like quality.
Lighting techniques- Lighting techniques are used in order to reflect on the genre and theme of the film. Say for example a horror/thriller film, lighing techniques could be used. Lighting techniques such as chiaroscuro, low key lighting and silhouettes could be used in order to give the film an eerie feeling.
Special effects- Three-dimensional, animated features are sometimes used in order to create something abnormal, yet interesting.
Dialogue- They might use dialogue in order to give the viewer a sense of what exactly is going on. The accents also set the scene, i.e. French accent, linking to the idea that the French language/accent is romantic, therefore linking to the theme of the film.Music- Music would be used which could either reflect on the mood, or reflect on the theme later on in the film.
Objects that link to the theme- Almost premonition objects are used. These however are normally subliminal, and make the viewer think what exactly is happening. This should however link to the overall storyline.
The title of the film- This is crucial, because an opening really does set the scene, as well as the title.
Credits- The names of the important people who played crucial roles in the creation of this film.
Time and place- This is sometimes used in order to set the scene, giving the viewer a clear understanding where and when the action is taking place.
Juxtaposition- Music, camera angles etc can all be juxtaposed with the overall theme, giving the viewer an interesting perspective on what’s happening i.e. towards the end of 'This is England', where the black character is being brutally attacked, choir music is being played, combining with slow camera movement. This is juxtaposed to the situation of the theme.
Cliff-hangers- The opening two minutes could end with a cliff-hanger, or more well known as a 'hook', hooking the viewer to watch the rest of the film.
Genre- A combination of camera angles, transitions, objects, scenery, colours, possibly dialogue, all reflect on the genre of the film. This is crucial, giving the viewer an understanding on what he/she is going to be watching later on in the film.
Here are two screenshots from the film 'A Clockwork Orange'. These images have been taken from the opening, and really reflects on how the opening minutes use lighting techniques, unusual camera angles etc. The first image shows the silhouette of five figures in a tunnel, one on the floor. This intruges the viewer into thinking whats happening. And the second image uses lighting in a very clever way. The man is looking down, and the blue hues combined with the very subtle hint of light around the face gives the figure a sense of superiority.
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