Take One: The Dress

In order for us to practice camera techniques (camera movements and shots) we were set a task whereby we had to create a short sequence for a film. The aim of the task was show our editing and filming techniques as two people have a conversation. We also had to follow the actions and movements of both characters as they enter a room, walk across he room and begin the conversation. Prior to making the sequence Mr. Johnson showed us techniques that could be used in order for us to create the camera shots and movements. In addition to the camera techniques he mentioned (close up's, long shot and over the shoulder shot) we were entitled to use any other shots in the film. These camera techniques may appear several times in our Thriller Film.

We shot the sequence several times as it allowed us to have different shots from us to choose from.
After the sequence was complete we began our editing process. This consisted of us putting several shots together so that they followed a sequence of events. It was simply done by cropping and extending a few shots. A few transitions were added to the film in order to provide it with a more professional feel. Although this was a difficult process we made sure that shots appear in the correct order and were precise with the action and movements made by the visual image on the screen. Some parts of the sequence we re-shot do to the fact that it was not consistent with the film.