Production Diary, Week 1

What did you do? In this session we did a cinematography masterclass, at the start of the session we learnt about different shots and how these shots could be put together to create a specific mise-en-scene, then we learned how to operate the cameras and booms, and how to plan shots, we filmed a practice film with the plot based around a delivery that allowed us to try out the things we had learned at the start of the day.
What have you learnt? I learnt that before we make our film it will be vital to plot every single one of our shots, we more footage then I thought we would, and it’s important that everyone is focused to make sure that camera is correctly set up and that the sound is perfect.
How have you worked with others? In small groups we did a practice short film, we all tried out different things and it allowed everybody to get to grips with using the equipment.
What do you need to develop? I think a firm plan for the script and all the shots we will need for our short film is essential, we only have a short amount of time to get all the footage we need so everyone needs to know exactly what they need to do on the day.