Wednesday 9 February 2011

filming

within many of the mockumentary's I have observed, it is apparent that a lot of filler is necessary. compilations of the characters actions to be used where appropriate, instead of merely showing an entire structured interview. Here are some potential filler scenes we hope to include:
  • first driving lesson - establishing shot of car in large space, panning to follow.
  • washing up - over the shoulder shot, conveying intensity and difficulty of the task
  • brushing his teeth - in the mirror shot, head and shoulders
  • playing in goal during a football match - tracking shot of football. or shot from behind the goal.
  • playing hockey - establishing shot showing space around him, connoting he's not safe to be around when in possession of a hockey stick.
  • playing guitar - medium shot, perhaps not showing his hands, adding to hilarity that he can actually play.
  • writing - shortcut shots of numerous pencils breaking
  • typing (prodder) - long shots with a zoom, conveying hilarity and lonliness
  • making a sandwhich - fixed shots, complimenting dry humour within.
  • taking things from the oven - close up on the gloves
These sort of shots will add to the verisimilitude of our film, conveying how these filmakers really are following him everywhere. It is important to consider Simons clothing during these shots, and also lighting may affect the quality of some shots that are necessary to be done outside. It will be important to schedule appropriate times to film and ensure theses shots represent a fly on the wall sort of view - not a well rehearsed and planned scene.

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