Question Seven-Preliminary Task.

The purpose of the preliminary task was to allow us to become familiar with a camera. This would give us the ability to use many different camera angles, sizes and movements in the process of making the final production. Throughout this process, we also learnt how to become more comfortable with Final Cut, and how to create basic edits for effect. In addition to this, we were able to designate the final group roles, based on everyone’s individual skills. We did this to make sure that everyone was suited to their roles. Where My Technical Ability Has Improved. Throughout the filming process, I feel that from filming a second time, we have improved on the amount and quality of the shots. This is because in the preliminary, we didn’t include that many and we stuck to the easier ones. We tried to expand our range in the final thriller filming. We also learnt how to make sure that the shots weren’t as shaky, by using a tripod at all times, when a handheld shot isn’t necessary. During the editing process, we have improved on making the transitions – use of fade to blacks was used to show new characters and scenes. These improvements in the final thriller, looked much smoother, and it make each clip flow well together. The use of non-diegetic sound to accompany visuals. In prelim, had a lot of background sound and dialogue that couldn’t be heard properly, in the final prod, instead we incorporated sound to highlight action and create tension. This effect would make the audience more scared for the characters, as the soundtrack is very eerie and uncomfortable.

Question Two: How does your media product represtent particular social groups?