For our preliminary exercise we were given a task to
construct a short film. The exercise helped to ensure we gain an understanding
of camera work as well as learning the editing process. We learnt different
camera shots such as close-ups which are used to show significance and purpose
of what is in the frame. This helps to capture the audience’s attention. We learnt
other camera work such as 180® rule when positioning the camera of two characters
in the frame. Also, others including match on action, mid shots and long shots etc.
In terms of editing we learnt how to apply music and sound
to our production, learn to use different types of transition (fades) etc. We
learnt the props we will use such as the tri –pod, camera and the track.
If i had to repeat the task, I would think of using cross cutting camera technique to control the production and for it to flow realistically. Also, using locations when its not busy, specially the college as there were disruptions from the background people walking past whilst we are filming.Also, the setting should suit our narrative if its a classroom environment then you would expect books, whiteboard layout etc.
