What we have so far

We have our idea - Being SuperSaver!

We have our storyboards done!

We know the costume that we need!

We know when we are filming - tuesday!

We are all aware of what we need to once we have filmed - credits, editing, music, sound effects and then putting everything together!

Other than that we are ready to film and make an opening sequence to a childrens film that will be left ready for a full film to then be created!!

By Chris Bax

Plan For 15/10/10

Today we need to:

Confirm idea and make sure that we all agree that it is good.

Decide and then make all of the titles and credits on photoshop.

Make a script of some sort ready.

Make sure that we all know what it is that we need to bring next week.

Remember that we are filming on TUESDAY!!

So we need to be ready!

Prop and Costume List for SUPERSAVER

We will need:

A superhero costume
A black cardboard box of somekind
Some card or a sheet pf paper for host of Reality TV Show (Derik)
Some smart clothes
Logo of the TV show (Sotiri)
And...

BEING SUPERSAVER

BEING SUPERSAVER

Our initial idea is to start our film with a talk show style opening where the host, Derik Richards, introduces the supersaver hero. A conversation about being the greatest hero and having all of the attention takes place he says how he has made children all want to be superheros, he says that it is amazing!! There will then be shot reverse shots, reaction shots and over the shoulder shots showing the conversation taking place.

After some talking from the characters, there will be a zoom in on a black box, supposed to be a TV and then the title will appear and music will play, then the main part of the film would then begin.

The Lion King - Armando C

The Lion King Opening Sequence

This is an animated, adventure and musical feature film about a young lion prince born in Africa.

The movie is mainly for children but can be enjoyed by the whole family.

The king of all lions, Mufasa has a baby called Simba. This greatly angers Mufasa's brother Scar, who would have been next in line to the throne. Scar plots to kill Simba and Mufasa, and leads them to a gorge. There Mufasa is killed by a herd of Wildebeest, and Simba is led to believe by Scar that he is responsible for his death. Simba then runs away, and Scar becomes king of the pride lands. After several years, in which time Simba has grown up, he returns with the help of some new friends to the pridelands, where he has a final battle with Scar and wins back the pride lands.

The film begins with the title of the movie and then the logo of Walt Disney Pictures.

The first shot we see is an extremely long shot of a sunrise to represent the birth of Simba. Shots of a lot of animals are then show because they now know that something important has happened. A bird’s eye view shot is created when flamingos are flying over the river. There is also a low angle shot of the blue bird looking up at Mufasa, this makes Mufasa in control of the situation.

The Incredibles - Opening Sequence Analysis - Chris Bax

The Incredibles Opening Sequence,

This is an action, animation adventure feature film about a family of superhero's.

Initially there is Fade between shots and in the opening credits.

Then a quick cut to film title with music giving a sense of action and movement.

From superhero's sat down talking, there is then a sudden contrast to a fast moving police chase with up beat music signifying the urgency that is there.

There are a large number of sounds that are used to show the happenings that are taking place and there are also a lot of shots that are used in a very short amount of time, again showing the element of urgency that there is.

There are a number of reaction shots used to show different reactions to different characters.

This opening gives an overview of the characters and shows the credits that are needed to be shown and then becomes a very gripping opening sequence that is very exiting.

Here is the clip of the opening sequence in its entirety,

Chris and Sotiri PG Rating Information

‘PG’

Parental Guidance

General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children

Unaccompanied children of any age may watch. A ‘PG’ film should not disturb a child aged around eight or older. However, parents are advised to consider whether the content may upset younger or more sensitive children.

Discrimination

Discriminatory language or behaviour is unlikely to be acceptable unless clearly disapproved of or in an educational or historical context.  Discrimination by a character with which children can readily identify is unlikely to be acceptable.

Drugs

References to illegal drugs or drug misuse must be innocuous or carry a suitable anti-drug message.

Horror

Frightening sequences should not be prolonged or intense. Fantasy settings may be a mitigating factor.

Imitable behaviour

No detail of potentially dangerous behaviour which young children are likely to copy. No glamorisation of realistic or easily accessible weapons.

Language

Mild bad language only.

Nudity

Natural nudity, with no sexual context.

Sex

Sexual activity may be implied, but should be discreet and infrequent. Mild sex references and innuendo only.

Theme

Where more serious issues are featured (for example, domestic violence) nothing in their treatment should condone unacceptable behaviour.

Violence

Moderate violence, without detail, may be allowed, if justified by its context (for example, history, comedy or fantasy).

An Example of a 'PG'

Armando & Alex U rating information

‘U’

Universal – Suitable for all

It is impossible to predict what might upset any particular child. But a ‘U’ film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. ‘U’ films should be set within a positive moral framework and should offer reassuring counterbalances to any violence, threat or horror.

If a work is particularly suitable for a pre-school child to view alone, this will be indicated in the Consumer Advice.

Discrimination

No discriminatory language or behaviour unless clearly disapproved of.

Drugs

No references to illegal drugs or drug misuse unless they are infrequent and innocuous, or there is a clear educational purpose or anti-drug message suitable for young children.

Horror

Scary sequences should be mild, brief and unlikely to cause undue anxiety to young children. The outcome should be reassuring.

Imitable behaviour

No potentially dangerous behaviour which young children are likely to copy. No emphasis on realistic or easily accessible weapons.

Language

Infrequent use only of very mild bad language.

Nudity

Occasional natural nudity, with no sexual context.

Sex

Mild sexual behaviour (for example, kissing) and references only (for example, to ‘making love’).

Theme

While problematic themes may be present, their treatment must be sensitive and appropriate for young children.

Violence

Mild violence only. Occasional mild threat or menace only.

Eg Ratatouille

Childrens Film Research notes - By Chris Bax, Sotiri and Alex Shaw

Finding Nemo - Sotiri

Genre -

Animation, Adventure, Comedy

Target Audience

Mainly targeted for children, although enjoyed by the whole family

Type

This film is about a fish who has lost his son Nemo, and then travels across the ocean to the other side of the world to find him. 

Micro Features

The micro features that this film contains are: A long shot to create depth, tracking to show distance and and bright lighting when highlighting main characters in the water, although when an evil fish appears the lighting dramatically darkens. the music alters depending on the mood and actions occuring. 

Surfs Up - Chris Bax

Genre

The genre of this film is an animation, family comedy and also a sport oriented film. 

Target Audience

The target audience of this film is mainly aimed at fairly young children, although it has a wider appeal to all ages. The reason for it being a PG is that there are some light swear words and also some fatalities shown.

Type

This film is a documentary about a penguin and his ambition to become a famous surfer like his idle, BIG Z. This is a family comedy and gives an account of a surfer and his ambition to get to the biggest surf contest in the world.  

Micro Features

The micro features that this animation feature film are long wide shot to show the distance and depth of the ocean etc. There are close up's fairly regularly used, medium close up's and also two shots to represent competition and also in many cases friendship. There is also a large use of continuity editing to create good flowing, there is also parallel editing to create a sense depth and also distance and there are also up beat sounds used to create a better sense of atmosphere and that add to the surfing theme.    

Shaun The Sheep - Alex Shaw

Genre

Animation, Comedy 

Target Audience

Mainly focused for children, although it can be enjoyable for the entire family and all ages. 

Type

A Stop Motion Animation TV series based on the TV shows and films of Wallace and Gromit. 

Micro Features

There are Long shots used to show the sheep, close up's to highlight important characters and features and up beat light hearted music that is played at the beginning and end of the programme.