Evaluation of Continuity Sequence

Evaluation Of Continuity Sequence

In groups, we have been working together on a 20-frame sequence involving the 'Change Of Hands' theme. We used a range of camera angles and techniques to create our video such as..
Mise-En-Scene
Mise-En Scene, is the arrangement of everything that appears in the setting of the video. This can be used to set the scene of the video because it means carefully deciding which props or backgrounds are in each shot. We used this successfully because we wanted to set the scene of a classroom; this was achieved by the desks in the background.
Lighting
For lighting, we used 'Ambient' lighting. This means that we have used natural lighting and there was no setup. This is normally used with 'on-location' broadcasts, however, we thought that it would be good to use this lighting to give a natural, effect as classrooms normally just have ambient light.
Camera Angles
We mainly only used the 'Straight On' camera angle. This camera angle is mostly shown to imply normality. This is how we successfully used our 'straight on' because the video is set in a normal, everyday scene- a classroom.
Shot Distances
We managed to use a range of shot distances. One of which being the 'Over-The-Shoulder 'shot. This shot is traditionally used  to establish the positioning of characters. We decided to use this to portray the power of the teacher and how he is looking down on the students and has all of the control. We also used an 'Extreme Close-Up'. This is typically used to show extreme details on a particular element. This was the perfect shot to use to highlight the tension between the teacher and student before the phone is given over.                      

Camera Movement

We used a 'Pan' in our establisihing shot. This camera movement is normally used to show loacation and that is what we used it for when showing the outside of the college. We used this shot to set the scene

Fades/Dissolves

We used fades/dissovles to show effect. More specifically, we used this when she shot the teacher looking at the watch. We faded this shot to show the affect of time passing. 

Summary

Overall, I learned a lot of new things. I especially learned how to work with Premiere Pro when editing as I had never used this software before. I found it quite easy to use when putting together a basic continity sequence. I also learned so much about the shooting process, from setting up a tripod to using camera angles and shot distances. I personally enjoyed the shooting process the most as we were able to put our ideas into practise and experiment with the cameras.

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Connotations Photo Excercise

Connotations Photo Excersise

For part of our course, we explored different types of shots and lighting. We then put these into practise by taking photos based around different emotions and decided which type of shot was best for each emotion.

Fear
To show 'fear', we attempted a 'dutch angle' camera angle and a 'close up' shot distance. The dutch angle represented the different levels between the two models, one being inferior and in fear, the other being superior and fearless. We also tried 'positioned' lighting to cast shadows whcich would evoke a sense of fear in the picture.

Desire
For 'Desire' we decided on a 'low-angle' shot and an 'extreme close up' this is to capture how when you desire something, you strongly want one thing. The close-up focuses on the one person to show the strongness of desire. 

Strength

For the emotion 'strength', we decided to choose the 'worms-eye view' shot. This is because if the camera looks up towards Megan, it looks as though she's strong and on top of the world. We attempted 'Chiaroscuro' lghting by positioning Megan in front of a wall, this was to try and get a shadow which shows the contrasts between light and dark.

           

Poverty

For 'Poverty', we thought that a 'high angle' shot would be best suited to what we wanted to achieve. This  is because this angle gives the impression of looking down on someone and making them look inferior, weak, and vulnerable which best represents poverty. We also tried to get a darker shot to represent the darkness and loneliness of poverty; we attempted this by shooting infront of a bench which would block out some light.

Love

For 'love' , we chose to do a 'straight on' shot, this was to show the clarity of love and how both people in a relationship have to be honest, straight on  and on the same level with one another. The contrast between the shadow and the light shows a balance between a dark side and a positive side of a relationship. The shadow could represent dishonesty and unhappiness where as the bright side of the shot represents happiness and a smooth relationship.

                                                         

Danger

For 'danger', we used a 'low-angle' shot. This is because danger normally shadows over someone, effecting them. The use of this shot depicts that danger shadows above you and there's no escape.

Wealth

To represent 'wealth', we used a 'low-angle' shot. This is to show the attitudes of wealthy people and how they seem to look down on others poorer than them. The use of 'medium' shot  highlight the body language of wealth ; typically standing tall and confident.

Weakness

To show 'weakness', a 'high' angle was used. This was to represent how the weak are usually looked down upon and vulnerable. This angle also shows how when you're weak, you're unable to stand up for yourself and be strong.

 Loneliness
To show 'loneliness', the most appropriate shot was a 'wide' shot. This was to show the isolation of being lonely and how there's nobody around.

Friendship
To represent 'friendship', we chose to use a 'high angle' shot and a 'close up' shot. The high angle represents a selfie, which is what friends normally do when spending time together- taking selfies. The close-up shows the close bond between friends.

Purity

To show 'purity', we decided on a 'straight-on' shot. This shows the innocence and naturalness of being pure. The 'medium' angle further shows a natural body language which emphasises the purity and realness of the photo.

Greed

A 'low-angle' shot was used to represent greed. This is to show that greed normally takes over somebody and makes them believe that they're superior to everyone else. The 'medium' shot presents in further detail the body language of a greedy person- the crossing of arms to show that they're not willing to share anything that they have.











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'Most Shocking Second A Day Video' -(Click this link to watch)

This video is by 'Save The Children' and highlights how a girl is living a happy and normal life until its suddenly turned upside down by the events of war and terrorism.

This video is impactful to me because it shows the effect of war on innocent children and how their lives could be changed so quickly and have their childhood ripped away from them. This especially has an impact on me because I was first shown  this video in high school and it reminded me how lucky I am to live a safe , happy life but also highlighted to me how this could happen to anyone , anywhere.

The blowing out of candles at the beginning and end of the video shows a massive contrast  between a normal  life at the beginning and a war-torn, distruct life at the end. It also highlights how much can change in so little as a year.

The quote at the end of the video:'Just because it isn't happening here doesn't mean it isn't happening' impacts me because it shows how people easily forget and pretend like its not happening, all because its happening at the other side of the world, but what they also forget is that it is happening to real people. This is going on whilst we are privellidged to live a safe, normal life.