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1) Well written. Some good points about conventions. Good on introduction of character. Not sure about mix of shot types point 2) Good stuff on the white male  and demonisation of mental illness. Women as victims? 3) ' freedom with the control of the films running' I think this is a good point but it needed a little more explanation 4 ' cultural capital of audiences'??? Again a good point I think but you've over-complicated. 5) Some evidence of an understanding of marketing but more explanation would have been better. 6) Fairly basic points but covered all 7) A good post made much better with the addition of a director's commentary. The binary opposites of your two pieces...weirdo. Level 3 12–15 marks  • Proficient skill in the use of digital technology or ICT in the evaluation.  • Proficient understanding of issues around audience, institution, technology, representation, forms and conventions in relation to production.  • Proficient ability to refer...
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Evaluation Seven: Progression

Looking back at your preliminary task, what do you feel you have learnt in the progression from it to full product? Planning. My preliminary task was painfully unplanned, and it was blatantly obvious. I'm a perfectionist, and it killed me to submit that video under my name. But my poor time management forced it through and I have no-one but myself to blame.  Besides learning to understand the importance of time management and how extensive planning aids projects significantly; I learnt a number of cinematic skills in progression from my preliminary- how to reduce white noise and background sound, how to enhance lighting features, how to follow the 180 degree rule accurately. I.e. not placing my character directly against the wall so it becomes virtually impossible to carry out an over the shoulder shot. Exhibit A:  But rather allowing plenty of access to the characters blind spots to get the best angles for different shots and therefore different meanings and impacts...

Evaluation Six: Technological Learning.

 What have you learnt about technologies from the process of constructing this product? Access moodboard here  

Evaluation Five: How to Attract an Audience.

How did you attract/address your audience? I designed an Instagram account for my film  as  studies have shown  that Instagram is one of the most popular platforms to reach young people.  My poster advertises the film in a very subtle manner, leaving it open to interpretation. The only suggestive comment in regards to content is its credit to fictional novel writer 'Analee Thompson' in the fine print. Drawn attention to by the diamond technique in the form of the characters tie, blood red, pointing down to the fine print credits as the title connects them.  The fictional writer being a woman is intentional, as well as being a nod to successful female director Mary Harron. I hoped that mentions of female names in the credits would aid in attracting young women to the film. 

Evaluation Four: Target Audience

Who would be the target audience for your media product?  In the long term context of the film itself, I feel the BBFC would give 'Patterns' at least a 15 or possibly an 18 rating. I designed the main character with Bateman in mind, and sadomasochism will likely be a recurring theme in the contextual nature of the piece. Obviously elements of sex, violence and meticulous murder are heavily censored in most areas of cinema, and it is highly likely 'Patterns' will be no exception in regards to 'light' certification. The characters featured are generally white, upper class, and usually straight, although there is freedom to experiment with that element of sexuality. I feel therefore that generally middle class teens, between 17-21 in the ABC1 demographic will enjoy 'Patterns' for its element of artistic capability- its a film for film buffs. Similar to iconic films such as Reservoir Dogs, American Psycho (have I mentioned that?) and Se7en, the equal...

Film Opening-Marking

Level 4 48–60 marks There is evidence of excellence in the creative use of most of the following technical skills: • material appropriate for the target audience and task; • using titles appropriately according to institutional conventions; • using sound with images and editing appropriately for the task set; • shooting material appropriate to the task set;, including controlled use of the camera, attention to framing, variety of shot distance and close attention to mise-en-scene; • using editing so that meaning is apparent to the viewer and making selective and appropriate use of shot transitions and other effects. I really like this! The material is clearly appropriate. I like the pace of this and the surprise of the body towards the end. Clearly some kind of crime thriller- I'm going to guess serial killer-very Dexter! The titles are well done- conventional and unobtrusive. I like the way the actors name is timed to appear as we meet him for the first time. The music...

Evaluation Three: Institutions

What kind of media institution might distribute your media product and why?  I designed my own media institutions in the credits of my film , Astraea Distributions and Open Blind Productions as I felt their connotations of nightlife and shedding light were appropriate to the contextual nature of my film. Had I not chosen to create my own production and distribution industries, Regency Enterprises would be an excellent choice as a production company as its private nature will allow for more freedom with the control of the films running. They have produced some incredibly successful drama films, such as Gone Girl, Fight Club, 12 Years a Slave, A Cure for Wellness and The Big Short; all of which, conform to a different subcategory of drama. Psychological, mystery, historical, economic and paranormal. The institutions experience with the drama genre would be intensely beneficial in regards to aiding my films production.  20th Century Fox would be excellent in terms of d...