Audiences Age and How it influences the Films theme

In terms of the proposed age rating that we are going to aim for with this is a 12A Rating, the reason why we have decided to choose this is because between both of our research the 12A rating has been prominently used, from that aspect it shows that it is in some way a popular choice and can be used well with the subject. The second reason why we have chosen this is because by using a 12A rating we can open up the sale to many more individuals than a solid 15 rating. The 12A specific factor also allows adult accompanyment to overide the age rating. Finally, the 12A rating has been seen to work very well in many very successful films including the blockbuster hit 007: Skyfall.

To make sure that our film stays true to the 12A Guidelines we will be keeping a close watch on the BBFC's Guideline for 12 and 12A ratings. http://www.bbfc.co.uk/what-classification/12a-and-12

Screenplay for Piece

SCREENPLAY:

OPENING SCENE: FILM STARTS WITH A STING OF A CAR DOOR CLOSING QUICKLY. THE SOUND ACCOMPANIED BY WHICH IS IN LINE WITH THE FILM STARTING INSTANTLY.

Someone dressed in smart office wear is seen from ground level exiting a car (Ankle Level shot), He then is shot from a side angle closing the door and walking away, the camera follows him and pans up to reveal a crime scene complete with Police Line Tape. The camera then starts from a later point and starts to follow the detective into the building which is lined with Yellow Crime Scene tape; on occasion the CSI team can be seen walking around. We continue on with and over the shoulder shot where we can see another detective talking to someone, the first detective calls to him and he turns around revealing his face. The first detective is now seen in a series of shot reverse shot conversation which starts to have the two of them walking around the crime scene. During this they converse with each other about the case and how the first detective is a “Rookie” to the crime scene business. The scene continues on with a shot from the point of view of the dead body, the two detectives walk over him and crouch slightly, from here it turns back to shot reverse shot from side to side  where they look and notice a small piece of paper in his right hand.  Upon noticing it the camera is slightly higher over them as they pick it up. The camera changes to show them level height reading the note for a second before we change to a shot of the note in his hand. The first detective bags it and hands it to one of the CSI team for analysis. The camera changes to a long shot where a series of shots fade from one to another in a proposed time lapse, the narration from the first detective talks about how nothing in the scene seemed to make logical sense. The scene fades out, one last piece of narration gives a dramatic close to the scene and then the credits for the opening begin.

The credits are essentially crime scene evidence next to titles or police equipment or even newspaper articles.

 

 

Music for the Opening

The Heavy- Short Change Hero has been suggested to me by my partner in this production. I actually very much agree with this, the piece itself is very Rock/Blues which helps on the Thriller/Crime sense, something that appeals to both genres. In addition to this, since the pace isnt demanding, It can easily be overlayed with a number of different ideas from the proposed opening scene credits.

Basic Film Description

In terms of Basic Film Description, We have a story driven by two detectives investigating a string of mysterious murders. The deaths themselves are very interesting because they each hold a series of numbers that lead to the next murder scene. The two key detectives are against the clock as they attempt to delve into the mind of a man who stands on the brink of genius grounded within insanity.

The footage shown in the first few minutes will revolve around seeing one detective visit the first case before it was deemed a serial case. it will then explain in narration, accompanied by scenes of office work and interrogation the difficulty of the case.

Film 5: Panic Room

For One of my film research areas I am actually going to look at the film 'Panic Room' not only does the film have a great atmosphere but I'm also very much interested in the Typography used in the title sequence and I think that we way want to look into using something like that, we'll have to see when the time comes if it would be appropriate.

It really is what stands as the most important part of this scene, the way that the titles are superimposed onto the buildings is very interesting as it make the opening that much more interesting.

The content of the Film is also one of the most interesting and tense I have seen, for example, the scene with Jodie Foster attempting to reach the cell phone, while criminals roam the house is incredibly tense and an interesting use of slow motion that really intensifies the scene itself.

                                                                                                                                                                                 
Finally, I have also been looking at the use of camera work as it appears to excel in a creative use, in a sense I believe I am more inspired to use interesting shot angles in my piece knowing how well they can turn out.

Film 4: Red Dragon

Media Research, Film 4: Red Dragon
GENERAL STATISTICS
Director:
Brett Ratner
Film Studio:
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Scott Free Productions
Box Office Figures:

$209,196,298 - £128,467,446

Budget:
$78 Million Estimated
Distributor(s):
Universal Pictures/ Studios
Age Rating:
15- Contains strong language and threat

Theatrical Trailer

General Statistic Analysis

In terms of the general statistics for this film we can start with the Film studio, Metro-Goldwyn-Meyer has been seen in this analysis task before in the form of 'Skyfall', this is interesting as it tells me that multiple thrillers under the MGM production tend to have very positive ratings, the company obviously has some experience in the thriller aspect. In terms of the strength of the film in terms of ROI, the income the film has produced, has surpassed the budget by approximately $120 Million which is quite strong as it stands. For the distributor, Universal Studios is one of the most wealthy and successful companies in film to date, its stands tall next to Warner Brothers Entertainment, Columbia etc. For the age rating, we have a 15 Rating for strong language and threats, this seems fair enough and for our film I would definitely be checking with the BBFC guidelines to makes sure our film was in our preferred age category.

Opening Sequence 

Film Jumps straight into the Action, in that regard it is reminiscent of Skyfall and I actually think that this method is rather effective, the audience is less prepared for what will happen and as a result it is more shocking and interesting, relatively reminiscent of the characters feelings.

The Opening Credits interestingly find a way to tell the story and it is done very nicely, the stylized theme we see here is rather shockingly powerful made only more so by the dramatic score.

The reactions of the characters are also within the confines of reality, whereas in some action films, getting stabbed could be simply brushed off with mild discomfort, here the reactions are justified. The cop’s reaction is very realistic and Hannibal Lector's is even more so given his psychopathic stance he could stand to be more resistant to pain.

The Lighting in the scene is kept so that the audience can fully see what is happening, much like 007 in that aspect, for this aspect, I think that I will be more likely to use a lighter shot in my film, where appropriate however I think I will try to be a little creative with shadows.

The Dialogue for these scenes is of course rather slow and calculated. This is actually a rather nice effect, the tone and phrases of Lector here are actually rather soothing and it really shows how characters can create strong feelings for the viewer.

In terms of what I can actually take from this, there isn’t much but that in itself is an interesting thing, sometimes I guess less is more and not all action scenes require monumental explosions and gunfights to be effective.

Film 3: Limitless

Media Research, Film 3: Limitless
GENERAL STATISTICS
Director:
Neil Burger
Film Studio:
Virgin Produced
Box Office Figures:

$161,849,455 - £99,142,016

Budget:
$27 Million Estimated
Distributor(s):
Relativity (US)
Momentum (UK & IRL)
Age Rating:
15- Contains strong bloody violence


International Trailer



















General Statistic Summary

The Director (Neil Burger) does not have the strongest standing filmography to date, of his other films none have reached massive critical acclaim. In terms of the studio chosen for this film, the choice was surpisingly the subsidiary of Virgin known as Virgin Produced, what this strikes me as odd is that up to this point I have seen these titles pick up big name studios like Warner Brothers or Metro-Goldwyn-Meyer. As it stands, it is actuallly a fairly successful film, the ROI for this is incredibly high given the $27 Million budget. Once again we see something of a niche Distributor, Both Relativity and Momentum stand as Independant companies and what this says to me is that the formula for a thriller is simple, a higher budget seems nice but it isnt required.

Intro Sequence

The actual video for this is insanely difficult to retrieve as almost all focus of the film online comes from the fractal zoom sequence in the titles and not the opening that follows. But I can still say what I have learned from it.

The interesting thing about the film is its effects with the camera, mainly as I said before, the fractal zoom. It also uses a wide range of interesting lens effects.

The interesting thing however here is the contrast between the first scenes of the movie, to those after he has taken the pill, Things tend to be much brighter and quicker to really reinforce the idea the idea of change. Sadly this film hasn't taught me much but what I can take from this are some really interesting ideas for title sequences and ideas for interesting camera effects.