What are we doing?
What are we doing?
2000 word essay on a continuous 5 minute (maximum) extract from one of these three films.
When are we doing it?
We're doing this!
Especially 2,3 and 4...
TASK: Watch the video to the right. Make notes on the connections Bong Joon-Ho makes between Korean society and Korean film. Also note where you see these links in the film.
TASK: Watch the video to the right. Make notes on the connections Bong Joon-Ho makes between Korean society and Korean film. Also note where you see these links in the film.
SHOTS EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW
You're going to film a short scene to show off your ability to capture a range of shots, angles and motions. It will probably go into your portfolio as an example of your cinematography, so do that REALLY well; but anything can be an example of any skill, so take care, as ever, with every aspect.
The PROMPT
Your scene is about a journey. You're going somewhere you are either very happy or very unhappy about. During the journey, you have a conversation. At some point in the journey you have a confrontation. At the end of the journey, you have a surprise.
Your scene should include:
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At least one establisher.
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Tracking shots.
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Panning shot.
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Shot/ reverse shot
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Point of view shot
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Both high and low angle shots.
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Reaction shot.
Extra credit for:
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Decent continuity editing.
SPECIAL PRIZE FOR
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Longest continuous walk and talk shot
You can work in groups, but obviously you only get credit for what YOU shoot. Aim for a minimum of one minute per group member. No maximum.
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Understanding of film language. Different shots for different moods and meanings
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Technical competence. Good camera handling, competent focus and framing, smooth and purposeful movement.
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Ambition in terms of range and combination of shots.
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Creativity.
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Efficiency.