Post-Production

Post-Production

I found this project tough at the beginning because I didn't know what Cold Fusion was, so I did some research.  I decided to shoot the film in Frome because I had locations in mind. The script and story came together quite quickly and I knew the editing wouldn't be to much of a problem, so

 I started to enjoy the whole experience. 

I really liked the opening panning shot because it sets the atmosphere and tone of the film, the length of the pan builds anticipation. The clock in the background I added to create time passing, it also makes the room feel deathly quite. Another favourite of mine would be where we get the wide shots half way through with the 'bass boom' sound effects, this really does create a sense of urgency. Also I like it when we go into first person as were looking through the camera lens looking for the sniper.  

I don't like the lighting in act one because its to dark and grainy for my liking. Also I had a hair cut in-between act 1 and 2. Originally I was going to wear a long coat in act 2 and 3 but I forgot to bring it, as I left it at home. I didn't like the part where a laser gets pointed at Anthony's chest because it didn't turn out as well as I would of liked, the laser didn't show up in bright daylight and the laser effect I found online wasn't vibrant enough. 

If I was going to do this again I would film it in Bath so I can make better use of lesson time, and also there are more people around to help with the equipment. I would cast someone else as the main character as I can do more camera/ editing work instead. I booked the equipment out from Bath College for a limited time only, if I was filming local I wouldn't be so restricted with the time. If I had more time I would of asked my peers to assess and critic my work in order to help both production and post-production write up. Also I should of added some close ups at the end of the film to show emotion of shock when Anthony finds out who the mystery person is. The audio doesn't suit its environment because we re-recored the audio inside to avoid wind sounds and building work (drilling sounds). It would of sounded better if we re-recorded the dialogue outside in a quiet atmosphere.