Question #3 CCR

 Hey blog! Time for our third question where I will be talking about how my production skills have developed throughout this whole process. See script below!

Part of the script:

Question: Before this project, had you worked with production processes?

This course initially appealed to me because I am always doing something creative. Wether its movies, music, or drawing, my right brain is in control of me. So, prior to this class I had already made a few music videos and even one short stop motion film. Learning all the different camera techniques and angels made me realize my previous videos were really wack. Shots did not flow, editing was choppy, and my audio choices were simple. Heres a little snippet of both:

Throughout the year we made a few production pieces where I was able to apply everything I learned from the class. The productions got more advanced for my level and I was able to identify the difference the techniques did for the film. I also learned how every little detail and prop told the story. Previously, any mise-ens-cene in movies would just fly over my head and make its way to my subconscious. Now i'm able to identify how these little things bring context to the films. 

Answer: Wow what a difference! Exclusive really was able to show growth between these three pieces. 

Question: What in particular did you learn?

It was time for me to apply everything I learned into my final production. And I did, and it turned out okay. This was when I learned some things about production myself. Like, how long it took to film scenes. I had a major issue with time constraints since I had to film after school before it got dark. It led to spreading the filming dates into 4 separate occasions. Another issue was the compliancy of my actor, Evan. Ive talked about this in one of my blog posts but he really dragged out the time. Instead of taking it seriously, he would use this opportunity to tease me and make me mad. Heres two clips of him acting dumb just to get my blood boiling.

Answer: Yeah that would make me so mad too. Arent you glad its over?

Question: Last question regarding question #3. What skills did you develop throughout this process?

I initially put the first few shots together and realized something looked off. Luckily I was able to identify it. I wasn't considering the flow of the production. In one clip Evan would be doing something with his hands and then it cuts to him not doing it anymore. It interfered with the allusion of making it all look like one clip. I had to reshoot a few clips and it paid off. Heres on example of how I made the clips flow. See how hes putting on his headphones in one clip and then again i the next?

Also, this production forced me to use a little more brain power. Every little detail had to make sense. Evan couldn't be recorded in a adults room if he was suppose to be representing a teenager. Alone with the clothes he wore, I couldn't just let him wear a suit and tie. Also, I had to make a flyer explaining evans whole dilema. I had to make it realistic by conducting research to find out what a flyer like this would look like. When working on the audio, I had to make sure sounds sounded natural and weren't too loud or quiet. But, im proud to say I had fun, and I was happy to learn more about the production process. 

Answer: Yup and that's all that matters! I can really tell Exclusive was personal to you. 

Refrences:

Backstage. (n.d.). Mise-en-scène definition & examples. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/mise-en-scene-definition-examples-75967/

CapCut. (n.d.). How to design an unforgettable music festival poster (+ free templates). https://www.capcut.com/resource/how-to-design-an-unforgettable-music-festival-poster--free-templates