Post 8

Production Report

Section A

When recording our production it took our group about one hour to record and to complete this we had to collect all the equipment we needed to use to record, film all the scenes according to the shot list and return all the equipment we used in perfect condition with one members name of our group on the tape. When filming I was being used as an actress so i wasn't involved in the actual filming, only the planning section, however after speaking to the rest of my group who were involved with the camera work, felt that filming the scenes was an easy process due to the fact that the plan we completed before the camera work was very detailed, precise and clear. However, when planning and booking when we were able to film we did not take into consideration the fact that a P.E lesson would be taking place on the other side of the set and occasionally when the students needed to collect equipment they walked through the shot. 

As a group we didn't really encounter any major filming problems apart from when me and the other actress forgot our lines which turned out to not be a major problem as we just re-shot the scene, which unfortuantly condensed or filming time.


Before filming our production, the team was fairly individual doing there own seperate tasks, however during the filming, every member of the group contributed with their own opinions and ideas. Once we started to work as a team the results were cleary shown in the production because as a group we contributed by having respect and listening to others opinions and by communicating and using peoples skills to our advantage. 

After we looked over our unedited footage, as a group we decided that we needed to re-shoot some of the filming due to the fact that during the conversation the camera was not at eye level and during the production we didn't stick to the shot list meaning we didn't uses a variety of shot sizes and we were missing a few scenes. Also the lighting was very dark, which contrasts to the bright natural light in the corridor that was shining through the fire exit doors, meaning both the actresses were seen as shadows and were not bringing out the actress.

When watching the footage back, there were few problems with continuity, but when having to re-shoot some of the footage due to the conversation not being on eye level we had to keep to this of the continuity issues of hair, makeup and clothing.

After the second re-shoot i came to the conclusion that all members of the group were more confident within there roles. Parts of the footage that the group did not take into consideration, such as the lighting, were taken into consideration and as a group we learnt from this mistake and this made the filming look more of a high standard, however again when filming, there was a PE class taking place which created a lot of background noise which fortunatly could be edited out and when filming the next task, we will take into considerationthat we will need to organise the filming in a quieter time of the day to avoid this problem. 

Post 7

Additional Pre-production Documentation

Location Reece

Risk Assessment:

Hazard	Action Take To Prevent Hazard
A fire in the building	In the event of a fire, there are 2 fire doors directly behind the corridor shot, and also towards the end of the stage in the hall.
2 Chairs which could injure someone	The cast and crew will be warned of this hazard and informed to be cautious around such props.
Falling on the stairs off the stage	The cast will be appropriately informed of this potential hazard and we will ensure they take caution on the stairs.
The doors are heavy and could trap fingers between the door and the frame.	To prevent this from occurring, cast and crew will be informed of this danger and, again, be told to take care when using the doors.
Tripping over equipment (Eg: Tripod, wires.)	Any cables will be covered to prevent people tripping over them and the cast and crew will be made aware of the position of the camera to avoid such a hazard.

It’s important to perform a risk assessment so that we are prepared for the filming stage and this can be achieved in the knowledge that everyone is safe. Listing all potential hazards also ensures that everyone is aware of the dangers and also what can be done to prevent it.

This is the Mise-en-scene

Aspect	Description	Responsibility
Location	The main location for this preliminary task is in the corridor as this is where the majority of the dialogue takes place, but behind the stage in the hall is equally as important as this is the initial location which sets the scene of the audition.	It’s the group’s responsibility to ensure the location is available.
Props	X-Factor signs: By using X-Factor signs on the doors which join the first set with the second set, this continues the idea of an X-Factor audition through each location. 2x Chairs: By including 2 chairs, this fulfils the preliminary brief which states that the characters must be seated at some point. This is integrated by the fact that the character that has just auditioned for X-Factor needs to sit down as she is shaking.	It’s KELLY’s responsibility to provide the X-Factor signs, but it’s the group’s responsibility to ensure there are 2 chairs on set.
Lighting	In the hall there will be natural light coming through the windows behind the camera, and we will use this as our main lighting source consequently eliminating the need for artificial lighting.
Character movement	At the start of the filming ELLY excitedly jogs off the stage and down the stairs. She then goes through the doors(1) and is greeted by KELLY. After KELLY realises ELLY is shaking, she insists that she sits down. After the entire dialogue has been exchanged, ELLY walks down the corridor and exits through the doors(2). We chose this character movement as it seemed to be the common movements for an X-Factor audition.	It’s SHARNI and FATHEMA’s responsibility to ensure the directions on the script are carried out accordingly.
Costume	KELLY: Black trousers with a black long-sleeved top and a cream coloured cardigan with black ballet shoes and dark coloured bracelets. ELLY: Grey trousers with a black top and jacket, as well as black dolly shoes. These costumes fit the situation of the characters as ELLY wants to impress the judges in the audition in front of TV cameras and KELLY has to look professional to correspond with the job description.	It’s KELLY’s responsibility for her costume, and ELLY’s responsibility for her costume.
Hair and make up	KELLY: Hair down, without any accessories. Minimal make-up consisting of foundation. ELLY: Hair plaited and tied back, with minimal make-up, again, consisting of just foundation.	KELLY’s and ELLY’s responsibility for their hair and make-up.

Day/Time	Description
20/10/10 1:25PM	Check the location and the crew are available, and then book out the camera.
21/10/10 2:25PM	Collect the camera equipment and write a team members name on the tape. Then start filming: Shoot scene 1, 2 and 3 from the front of the stage.
21/10/10 2:45PM	Continue filming: Shoot scene 2 and 3 from the left side of the stage to ensure editing can be seamless.
21/10/10 2:55PM	Continue filming: Shoot scene 4 with the camera facing ELLY.
21/10/10 2:05PM	Continue filming: Shoot scene 4 again with the camera facing KELLY.
21/10/10 2:15PM	Finish filming: Shoot scene 5 following the character out of the doors.
21/10/10 3:25PM	Return the cameras in the state in which it was received in.

Scene	Cast, Crew, Equipment and Props
1	Cast: ELLY Crew: SHARNI and FATHEMA Equipment: Camera and tripod. Props: None.
2	Cast: ELLY Crew: SHARNI and FATHEMA Equipment: Camera and tripod. Props: None.
3	Cast: ELLY Crew: SHARNI and FATHEMA Equipment: Camera and tripod. Props: None.
4	Cast: ELLY and KELLY Crew: SHARNI and FATHEMA Equipment: Camera and tripod. Props: 2 Chairs
5	Cast: ELLY and KELLY Crew: SHARNI and FATHEMA Equipment: Camera and tripod. Props: None.