Friday, 16 December 2011
Wednesday, 14 December 2011
New Assignment
The brief can be accessed HERE.
Have a look at it over the Christmas Holidays. If you manage to arrange a date for your group to film (Micro Life in a day) prior to returning that would be good.
At some point over the next few days I will post a Paul's (idiot's) guide to what you need to submit for this assignment - hopefully by Tuesday of next week. It should make things more straightforward for you to follow.
I recommend looking at other projects that link into the projects you have to do so that you have some idea what is required - "50 people 1 question" "life in a day" and also some of the Foundation degree and 2nd year's viral videos.
You can find the other course and learners by clicking on "Moving Image Courses" tab of your course blog.
Have a good break and see you ALL in the new year
Paul
Tuesday, 13 December 2011
Monday, 12 December 2011
Vimeo - One Day Task
Hey there Vimeo Weekend Project Members, as some of you know, making a full length video can be a long and arduous process. Even after you come up with the idea, the actual production of it can be a bit more of a time commitment that you may have bargained for. Well, for this Weekend Project, we are going to give you the opportunity to skip out on the metaphorical meat and veggies of the movie making process and let you dive strait for the desert. That's right, it's time to make some fake trailers!
So, think back to all those times when you have thought to yourself, "Wow! This movie idea that I have right now could be awesome but I just don't have the time to make a full movie at this point in my life!" Because now, you have the weekend ahead of you, and that is a perfect amount of time to make a great trailer. It's okay to cut corners and string random scenes together because after all, trailers are aimed to intrigue the viewer and leave them wanting more. That said, this weekend, we challenge you to make a 1 to 2 minute trailer for a fake movie of any genre you choose. Here are two of my favorites to get your mind going in the right direction.
vimeo.com/8748942
vimeo.com/30403047
A few things:
Please remember that only videos made specifically for this project will be considered. All submitted videos must be approved by the Vimeo Staff before appearing in the Group, so don't worry if your video does not show up at first, we'll get to it, promise!
Try to keep your video under 2 minutes and make sure to submit your video to the Weekend Project Group.
All submissions are due on Tuesday, December 6th at 11:59 PM (EST).
The winner of this contest will get a free Plus account, or if you're already a Plus member, we're going to let you gift the Plus to whomever you choose (along with an extra 2.5 GB of upload space)! The runner-up will receive an extra 1 GB of upload capacity whether Plus or not.
So, think back to all those times when you have thought to yourself, "Wow! This movie idea that I have right now could be awesome but I just don't have the time to make a full movie at this point in my life!" Because now, you have the weekend ahead of you, and that is a perfect amount of time to make a great trailer. It's okay to cut corners and string random scenes together because after all, trailers are aimed to intrigue the viewer and leave them wanting more. That said, this weekend, we challenge you to make a 1 to 2 minute trailer for a fake movie of any genre you choose. Here are two of my favorites to get your mind going in the right direction.
vimeo.com/8748942
vimeo.com/30403047
A few things:
Please remember that only videos made specifically for this project will be considered. All submitted videos must be approved by the Vimeo Staff before appearing in the Group, so don't worry if your video does not show up at first, we'll get to it, promise!
Try to keep your video under 2 minutes and make sure to submit your video to the Weekend Project Group.
All submissions are due on Tuesday, December 6th at 11:59 PM (EST).
The winner of this contest will get a free Plus account, or if you're already a Plus member, we're going to let you gift the Plus to whomever you choose (along with an extra 2.5 GB of upload space)! The runner-up will receive an extra 1 GB of upload capacity whether Plus or not.
Saturday, 10 December 2011
Story of Film
Lindsay has asked me to put this on the blog - tonights Story of Film focuses on films post-9/11
http://www.channel4.com/programmes/the-story-of-film-an-odyssey/episode-guide/series-1/episode-15
Could be useful for theory work
http://www.channel4.com/programmes/the-story-of-film-an-odyssey/episode-guide/series-1/episode-15
Could be useful for theory work
Wednesday, 7 December 2011
Tuesday, 6 December 2011
Sunday, 4 December 2011
Wednesday, 30 November 2011
Tuesday, 29 November 2011
Guest Lecture - Erik Knudsen
I am very pleased to announce that next Wednesday (7th Dec) afternoon there is a guest lecture from Professor Erik Knusden
You are in college during the morning so I recommend that you stay for the afternoon - Erik was my lecturer at Salford (he's Yoda to my Luke Skywalker) and I can therefore say, with absolute confidence, that you will gain a lot from this session if you attend...
Erik Knudsen is Professor of Film Practice at the University of Salford in Manchester, UK, where he is currently the Head of The School of Media Music and Performance. He regularly conducts guest workshops at international film schools, such as the Escuela Internacional de Cine y Television in Cuba, where he was Head of Editing between 2001 and 2009. He was born in Ghana to a Danish father and Ghanaian mother in 1956. He grew up, and was primarily educated, in Denmark, with a few years of schooling in Britain. After a stint of Law studies at Århus University in Denmark, he then went on to study film production at York University in Toronto, Canada, from where he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Specialist Honours in Film Production in 1983. He returned to Britain in 1984, where he has lived and worked since. He gained his PhD from the University of Salford, 2002
Monday, 28 November 2011
Unit 16 - Point 2
Unit Content
Be able to prepare moving image material for editing
Preparation techniques: checking material for faults; synchronising rushes; producing a rushes log; marking up a script; labelling tapes; storing tapes or film; producing an edit decision list; creating bins; clarifying the purpose of the work with a client or director
Preparing to edit: importing clips; bins; timelines; storage and folder management; online and offline editing; formats; resolution
Criteria
Merit - Learners will apply editing preparation techniques systematically and the documents they produce will be functional and prepared with some care. There will be a recognition of why such documentation is necessary. However, rushes logs will typically lack full detail, edit decision lists will over-simplify sequences and the organisation of paperwork will lack proper rigour.
Distinction - Work will be characterised by preparation which is thorough, systematic and detailed. Rushes logs will show a full appreciation of the possibilities and limitations of shots, and edit decision lists will provide a fully detailed blueprint for the final piece. All paperwork will be clear and organised to a near-professional standard.
Be able to prepare moving image material for editing
Preparation techniques: checking material for faults; synchronising rushes; producing a rushes log; marking up a script; labelling tapes; storing tapes or film; producing an edit decision list; creating bins; clarifying the purpose of the work with a client or director
Preparing to edit: importing clips; bins; timelines; storage and folder management; online and offline editing; formats; resolution
Criteria
Merit - Learners will apply editing preparation techniques systematically and the documents they produce will be functional and prepared with some care. There will be a recognition of why such documentation is necessary. However, rushes logs will typically lack full detail, edit decision lists will over-simplify sequences and the organisation of paperwork will lack proper rigour.
Distinction - Work will be characterised by preparation which is thorough, systematic and detailed. Rushes logs will show a full appreciation of the possibilities and limitations of shots, and edit decision lists will provide a fully detailed blueprint for the final piece. All paperwork will be clear and organised to a near-professional standard.
One day task
For those who have completed their adverts - this task is for you
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B9hn1oU4BLukN2FiNWU1ZWItOWU1OS00NWNlLWE4YTgtYmQyZjA0NjRjZGQ2
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B9hn1oU4BLukN2FiNWU1ZWItOWU1OS00NWNlLWE4YTgtYmQyZjA0NjRjZGQ2
Thursday, 24 November 2011
Ofsted Video Feedback
Damian has written some feedback for the Ofsted videos that you did:
Sorry that I wasn’t able to get to see the students in person as planned.
Firstly, thanks to all the students. I really enjoyed watching these and was highly impressed by their skills and how speedily they were able to apply my relatively vague description and brief to such precise work.
James
Nice opening North by North West that immediately gives a sense of urgency and pursuit. The extract from the Birds heightens the sense of danger which culminates in the screams and the extract from Rear Window adds to the sense of watching. Might be too threatening for its purpose
Chevy
Unable to play effectively but noticed Home Alone extracts which undermines the threat (parodies it) effectively and added to the humour. Good touch.
Josh
Good montage of films which raise the interest; Godzilla, King Kong, The Shining, War of the Worlds and adds to the contrasts and Shawshank Redemption against the words; there is no escape gives a poignant ending.
Horror
Effective use of Jaws in opening interspersed with black background credits heightens threat whilst Shaun of the Dead adds humour. Likewise Rockschool and classroom observation which is a very clever link up. Bruce Campbell’s telephone warning at the end rounds it off nicely.
Joel
Could not open – sorry, Joel. Happy to look at it at a later point.
Molly
Very effective opening with turns of the head and the unseen ‘thing’. I like the variety of films, War of the Worlds, Independence Day, and Deep Blue Sea. Not sure of the end credit of worst days of your life and whether this would have the desired effect. Slick piece though.
No names on second DVD but
Screams [Noel]
This works very well. The melodramatic sequences from King Kong et al are highly effective. The contrast of screams in terms of style and the repetitiveness of the reaction give it a suitably comic appeal. Key drawback is the falling from building into ambulance which I believe would be too graphic for the target audience. Overall though, funny and very well put together.
They’re here already [Noel]
This has all the elements required. Suspense, mystery, the unseen, the perceived terror, good images mixed with dramatic music and highly effective sections of dialogue that are particularly apposite to the purpose. The dialogue which offers the quiet confirmation, ‘I don’t want any part of it’. ‘You’re forgetting, Miles, you have no choice.’ is a highly intelligent touch. This is the one I will use for presentation to staff.
Thanks again and well done to all.
Sorry that I wasn’t able to get to see the students in person as planned.
Firstly, thanks to all the students. I really enjoyed watching these and was highly impressed by their skills and how speedily they were able to apply my relatively vague description and brief to such precise work.
James
Nice opening North by North West that immediately gives a sense of urgency and pursuit. The extract from the Birds heightens the sense of danger which culminates in the screams and the extract from Rear Window adds to the sense of watching. Might be too threatening for its purpose
Chevy
Unable to play effectively but noticed Home Alone extracts which undermines the threat (parodies it) effectively and added to the humour. Good touch.
Josh
Good montage of films which raise the interest; Godzilla, King Kong, The Shining, War of the Worlds and adds to the contrasts and Shawshank Redemption against the words; there is no escape gives a poignant ending.
Horror
Effective use of Jaws in opening interspersed with black background credits heightens threat whilst Shaun of the Dead adds humour. Likewise Rockschool and classroom observation which is a very clever link up. Bruce Campbell’s telephone warning at the end rounds it off nicely.
Joel
Could not open – sorry, Joel. Happy to look at it at a later point.
Molly
Very effective opening with turns of the head and the unseen ‘thing’. I like the variety of films, War of the Worlds, Independence Day, and Deep Blue Sea. Not sure of the end credit of worst days of your life and whether this would have the desired effect. Slick piece though.
No names on second DVD but
Screams [Noel]
This works very well. The melodramatic sequences from King Kong et al are highly effective. The contrast of screams in terms of style and the repetitiveness of the reaction give it a suitably comic appeal. Key drawback is the falling from building into ambulance which I believe would be too graphic for the target audience. Overall though, funny and very well put together.
They’re here already [Noel]
This has all the elements required. Suspense, mystery, the unseen, the perceived terror, good images mixed with dramatic music and highly effective sections of dialogue that are particularly apposite to the purpose. The dialogue which offers the quiet confirmation, ‘I don’t want any part of it’. ‘You’re forgetting, Miles, you have no choice.’ is a highly intelligent touch. This is the one I will use for presentation to staff.
Thanks again and well done to all.
Wednesday, 23 November 2011
Exposures
A reminder that Exposures residential trip deposits are due 1st December
Currently the numbers are:
L2 Dip - 8 students
Yr 1 - 2 students
Yr 2 - 7 students
This is a total of 17
Ideally we need a few more to make this trip happen...if you are interested, post your name below (just your own name please)
Tuesday, 22 November 2011
Monday, 21 November 2011
Monday, 14 November 2011
Advert Remake
Today you are required to do a shot-for-shot remake of an advert
1. Plan out (sketch exact shots) and timings
2. Film
3. Once you have filmed, you are required to create an INDIVIDUAL edit of the advert
4.If there was music on the advert - please place this into your remake
Advert 1 - Roy Scheider 'Orange'
(Noel, Josh, Joel)
Advert 2 - Cadbury's
(Molly, Chevy)
Advert 3 - Sussex Safer Roads
(James, Keifer, Keilan)
1. Plan out (sketch exact shots) and timings
2. Film
3. Once you have filmed, you are required to create an INDIVIDUAL edit of the advert
4.If there was music on the advert - please place this into your remake
Advert 1 - Roy Scheider 'Orange'
(Noel, Josh, Joel)
Advert 2 - Cadbury's
(Molly, Chevy)
Advert 3 - Sussex Safer Roads
(James, Keifer, Keilan)
Sunday, 13 November 2011
Exposures Trip
Trip – Exposures Film Festival (Manchester)
Exposures - the UK’s largest festival of student moving image work, which takes place every year in Manchester.
It is a unique festival that gives students from across the UK the opportunity to showcase their work to a cinema audience but also gives a unique insight into how the TV and film industry works.
http://www.exposuresfestival.co.uk/
The trip will be from Tuesday 21st to Friday 24th February
You will be attending:
• Screenings of short films and seminars at Exposures Film Festival (specific details yet to be announced)
• IMAX cinema (film to be announced)
plus other activities…
Trip is £110 (dependent on 25+ attending - the cost may come down if we get more learners)
£50 Deposit (no refundable) to be paid by Thursday 1st December
If you are interested (no maybes, a yes or no please) post your name below this post - that way Paul and I can discuss whether we will have the numbers to run the trip
Thanks people!
Exposures - the UK’s largest festival of student moving image work, which takes place every year in Manchester.
It is a unique festival that gives students from across the UK the opportunity to showcase their work to a cinema audience but also gives a unique insight into how the TV and film industry works.
http://www.exposuresfestival.co.uk/
The trip will be from Tuesday 21st to Friday 24th February
You will be attending:
• Screenings of short films and seminars at Exposures Film Festival (specific details yet to be announced)
• IMAX cinema (film to be announced)
plus other activities…
Trip is £110 (dependent on 25+ attending - the cost may come down if we get more learners)
£50 Deposit (no refundable) to be paid by Thursday 1st December
If you are interested (no maybes, a yes or no please) post your name below this post - that way Paul and I can discuss whether we will have the numbers to run the trip
Thanks people!
Wednesday, 9 November 2011
New Film Studies Assignment
The new assignment link is posted on the theory tab (the layout is a little odd as usual but the info is there!)
Tuesday, 8 November 2011
Monday, 7 November 2011
Halloween Zombies
You can find the pictures from Halloween here - photobucket.com/zombieyear1
The album is password protected. The password is: halloweenzombies
Friday, 4 November 2011
Your Voice in The Dark Knight Rises!
Composer Hans Zimmer wants your voice for a chant which will appear in the next Christopher Nolan Batman film...
http://www.ujam.com/campaigns/darkknightrises/introduction
Wednesday, 2 November 2011
Tuesday, 1 November 2011
Life in a Day
Received this today:
"Dear Life In A Day participant, I'm emailing with some exciting updates. Firstly the film is now available to watch atwww.youtube.com/lifeinaday. But if you'd prefer to watch it on
TV, it is also showing on BBC 2 this Thursday November 3rd at 9pm."
If your interested take a look!
Cheers
Paul
What is Editing
Monday, 31 October 2011
Sunday, 30 October 2011
Clothing Reminder...
Remember - do not turn up in your best clothes on Monday as we will be filming outdoors and could get muddy as we are filming on grass (it is approaching winter too)...
I wouldn't want you to ruin your best gear...that means tops, trousers and shoes
I wouldn't want you to ruin your best gear...that means tops, trousers and shoes
Friday, 28 October 2011
Britain in a day
Britain in a Day is a unique film-making project giving our audience a starring role on both sides of the camera and asking people across the UK to share their lives on one day – Saturday 12 November 2011
More information can be found at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00kqz5p
and: http://www.youtube.com/britaininaday
Paul
Not your Sunday best...
Remember - do not turn up in your best clothes on Monday as we will be filming outdoors and could get muddy as it is approaching winter...
I wouldn't want you to ruin your best gear...that means tops, trousers and shoes
I wouldn't want you to ruin your best gear...that means tops, trousers and shoes
Wednesday, 19 October 2011
CIQ Submission Wednesday 19th October
Please post your CIQ responses as a comment on this post.
The CIQ documents are still accessible on the static CIQ page
Thanks!
Tuesday, 18 October 2011
Fancy Meeting Paul Anderson.....and £5000
Check out this competition for all you budding DSLR Filmmakers
Link to Facebook Page
However, you can only access this link away from College.
The only information i cannot find is the deadline. The only guidance is that it is early next year. It would be really cool if some of you decided to enter.
Monday, 17 October 2011
CIQ posts Tuesday 18th October
Due to an issue with blogger (global) it is impossible for individuals to post comments on static pages. Therefore, until further notice, could you please post your CIQ responses as a comment on this post.
The CIQ documents are still accessible on the static CIQ page
Thanks!
Extension Activity (17/10/11)
Wednesday 26th of October is Diwali.
BBC: "Diwali is perhaps the most well-known of the Hindu festivals.
The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'. Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated with small earthenware oil lamps called diyas
Celebrating Diwali:
For many Indians this five day festival honours Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth.
People start the new business year at Diwali, and some Hindus will say prayers to the goddess for a successful year.
Lamps are lit to help Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, find her way into people's homes.
They also celebrate one of the Diwali legends, which tells of the return of Rama and Sita to Rama's kingdom after fourteen years of exile.
In Britain, as in India, the festival is a time for:
spring-cleaning the home,
wearing new clothes
exchanging gifts (often sweets and dried fruits) and preparing festive meals
decorating buildings with fancy lights.
huge firework displays often celebrate Divali.
In India Hindus will leave the windows and doors of their houses open so that Lakshmi can come in. Rangoli are drawn on the floors - rangoli are patterns and the most popular subject is the lotus flower.
The meaning of Diwali:
The festival celebrates the victory of good over evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance, although the actual legends that go with the festival are different in different parts of India:
In northern India and elsewhere, Diwali celebrates Rama's return from fourteen years of exile to Ayodhya after the defeat of Ravana and his subsequent coronation as king;
In Gujarat, the festival honours Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth;
In Nepal Diwali commemorates the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon king Narakaasura;
In Bengal, it is associated with the goddess Kali."
(http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/religion/hinduism/diwali.shtml)
Linked to the idea of a FESTIVAL of LIGHTS there is an extra task which can be found HERE
BBC: "Diwali is perhaps the most well-known of the Hindu festivals.
The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'. Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated with small earthenware oil lamps called diyas
Celebrating Diwali:
For many Indians this five day festival honours Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth.
People start the new business year at Diwali, and some Hindus will say prayers to the goddess for a successful year.
Lamps are lit to help Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, find her way into people's homes.
They also celebrate one of the Diwali legends, which tells of the return of Rama and Sita to Rama's kingdom after fourteen years of exile.
In Britain, as in India, the festival is a time for:
spring-cleaning the home,
wearing new clothes
exchanging gifts (often sweets and dried fruits) and preparing festive meals
decorating buildings with fancy lights.
huge firework displays often celebrate Divali.
In India Hindus will leave the windows and doors of their houses open so that Lakshmi can come in. Rangoli are drawn on the floors - rangoli are patterns and the most popular subject is the lotus flower.
The meaning of Diwali:
The festival celebrates the victory of good over evil, light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance, although the actual legends that go with the festival are different in different parts of India:
In northern India and elsewhere, Diwali celebrates Rama's return from fourteen years of exile to Ayodhya after the defeat of Ravana and his subsequent coronation as king;
In Gujarat, the festival honours Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth;
In Nepal Diwali commemorates the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon king Narakaasura;
In Bengal, it is associated with the goddess Kali."
(http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/religion/hinduism/diwali.shtml)
Linked to the idea of a FESTIVAL of LIGHTS there is an extra task which can be found HERE
Friday, 14 October 2011
Theory Class - Wednesday 19th
I have posted a link on the theory tab - can you all please read the information here and make relevant notes before next Wednesday's class.
Thursday, 13 October 2011
CIQ: Posts from Monday 17-10-2011 and Declaration
Due to an issue with blogger (global) it is impossible for individuals to post comments on static pages. Therefore, until further notice, could you please post your CIQ responses as a comment on this post.
The CIQ documents are still accessible on the static CIQ page - it is just the comment option that has disappeared. Just Like Magic.
Thanks!
Dear participant/Student
I would like to ask you to participate in the data collection for a work-based study into the use of an electronic Critical Incident Questionnaire (CIQ). For the purposes of this work-based study the questionnaire will be used to discover how you are experiencing teaching sessions. Its usefulness is underlined by the experience that student responses often differ markedly from what teachers have expected on the basis of their own feelings in the classroom (Brookfield 1995: 95-96).
I would like to ask you to participate in the data collection for a work-based study into the use of an electronic Critical Incident Questionnaire (CIQ). For the purposes of this work-based study the questionnaire will be used to discover how you are experiencing teaching sessions. Its usefulness is underlined by the experience that student responses often differ markedly from what teachers have expected on the basis of their own feelings in the classroom (Brookfield 1995: 95-96).
The CIQ requires you to answer five questions that describe aspects of teaching sessions, prompting teachers to think about what is helping or hindering their learning so far. Your responses are anonymous and you are encouraged to keep a copy too for review at the end of the course and for your own records. You will be asked to complete the CIQ at the end of each class and are the same every week.
Brookfield began giving students a voice, in this particular way, in the era of carbon paper! But nowadays the facilities available to us include electronic mail and virtual learning environments. Therefore, we will be asking you to submit your electronic CIQ to the specific CIQ page on the course blog.
Your participation in this work-based study is entirely voluntary. Filling in the survey will take no more than 5 minutes. The information you provide is confidential. All of your CIQ responses are anonymous and therefore no participant’s names will be used. If you request confidentiality, beyond anonymised quotes, information you provide will be treated only as a source of background information, alongside literature-based research and potential interviews with other participants.
Your name or any other personal identifying information will not appear in any publications resulting from this study. The information gained from this interview will only be used for the above objectives, will not be used for any other purpose and will not be recorded in excess of what is required for the research.
Even though the study findings will be published in a Thesis, international conferences and journals, only relevant researchers will have access to the anonymous CIQ responses. These researchers will be bound by the principles outlined above. There are no known or anticipated risks to you as a participant in this work-based study.
If you have any questions regarding this study or would like additional information please contact the work-based study researcher (p.smith7@unimail.derby.ac.uk).
By filling in the CIQ (every occasion) you indicate that you understand its purpose and consent to the use of the data as indicated above. This is a completely voluntary request and should you decide not to complete the CIQ at any point during the work-based study, the data you have already entered up to that point will be used.
Thank you for your cooperation
Paul Smith, University of Derby Research Student
Your name or any other personal identifying information will not appear in any publications resulting from this study. The information gained from this interview will only be used for the above objectives, will not be used for any other purpose and will not be recorded in excess of what is required for the research.
Even though the study findings will be published in a Thesis, international conferences and journals, only relevant researchers will have access to the anonymous CIQ responses. These researchers will be bound by the principles outlined above. There are no known or anticipated risks to you as a participant in this work-based study.
If you have any questions regarding this study or would like additional information please contact the work-based study researcher (p.smith7@unimail.derby.ac.uk).
By filling in the CIQ (every occasion) you indicate that you understand its purpose and consent to the use of the data as indicated above. This is a completely voluntary request and should you decide not to complete the CIQ at any point during the work-based study, the data you have already entered up to that point will be used.
Thank you for your cooperation
Paul Smith, University of Derby Research Student
Tuesday, 11 October 2011
Television Advertising Assignment Brief Unit 30
We are not meant to start the assignment until after the October Half Term. However, considering that a number of students have completed the first practical assignment I thought it might be a good idea for you to read through the brief and conduct some preliminary research.
During next Tuesday's lesson I will go through the brief in more detail and I will also deliver a presentation on .1 of the unit - a digital presentation.
Please read the brief throughly!!!!!
Remember, the advertising competition that was identified earlier in the blog - you can also use this as an option for your TV advert.
Mini Theory Task
Two people have not yet submitted this work on their theory page.
We will be beginning the Film Studies module tomorrow - you will not have time to go back and catch up!
Monday, 10 October 2011
?????????
"WHY?"...this is the most important question to remember when doing your practical and theory work.
If you chose to shoot your video using close-ups - why?
If you chose to cut your video quickly - why?
If you chose to add in a godzilla scream at the end - why?
This is just a gentle reminder as your hand in date for assignment 1 is tomorrow and there may be a few "whys" you can add into your blog posts.
Remember, there must always be an answer when Paul and I ask you "why?"
"Riddle me this, riddle me that..."
If you chose to shoot your video using close-ups - why?
If you chose to cut your video quickly - why?
If you chose to add in a godzilla scream at the end - why?
This is just a gentle reminder as your hand in date for assignment 1 is tomorrow and there may be a few "whys" you can add into your blog posts.
Remember, there must always be an answer when Paul and I ask you "why?"
"Riddle me this, riddle me that..."
Monday, 3 October 2011
Theory assignment - presentation
Some of you have yet to post your powerpoint and notes on the theory tab - you can not be given a grade for this assignment until you do this.
Please also check that your links are working - a couple are not!
Also remember to post your mini assignment by Wednesday 5th!
Tuesday, 27 September 2011
Advertising Competition
Consequently, you are due to start your next practical assignment after the October half-term, which id the TV advert. Therefore, you may enter the competition and submit the finished advert as part of the assignment brief. If you want to still create your own advert then feel free.
There are some good prizes (iPads) involved in this competition and it would be a shame not to enter.
Please follow the link HERE to their website so that you can see the entry details. Unfortunately, the competition is only open to students aged 11 - 19.
Deadline for entries into the competition is January 20th 2012. However, your deadline for the TV Advertising Assignment is before Christmas so make sure that you do not get confused.
Monday, 26 September 2011
Course Outline
This document provides a rough plan of the practical projects for the first year. However, please be aware that this might change due to any issue that may arise during the year.
Link HERE
Paperwork...eeek!
For haiku video
Plan a single camera production (see below for further details – Unit 22)
Be able to plan a single camera production
Devising: finding ideas; developing ideas; narrative structures; character; scripts; treatments; storyboards
Resources: talent; properties; costume; locations; video recording and playback equipment; audio recording and playback equipment; lighting equipment; sound and visual effects
Planning: treatments; shooting scripts; records of pre-production meetings; shooting schedules; call sheets; production roles; floor or location plans; prop lists; daily report sheets; production schedules
Health and safety: risk assessments (studio, locations)
Plan a single camera production (see below for further details – Unit 22)
Be able to plan a single camera production
Devising: finding ideas; developing ideas; narrative structures; character; scripts; treatments; storyboards
Resources: talent; properties; costume; locations; video recording and playback equipment; audio recording and playback equipment; lighting equipment; sound and visual effects
Planning: treatments; shooting scripts; records of pre-production meetings; shooting schedules; call sheets; production roles; floor or location plans; prop lists; daily report sheets; production schedules
Health and safety: risk assessments (studio, locations)
If you have finished...
If you have completed your haiku video form a group with others who have finished...and do another one! Just for fun...practice makes perfect
your task is to create a video with a structure like this:
Working in pairs, learners pick either a
NATURE poem from http://haiku-poems.50webs.com/nature-haiku-poems.htm
COMPUTER haiku http://haiku-poems.50webs.com/computer-haiku-poems.htm
FUNNY haiku http://haiku-poems.50webs.com/funny-haiku-poems.htm
You will then create images for the haiku – must be three shots (5, 7, 5).
your task is to create a video with a structure like this:
- 5 second shot
- 7 second shot
- 5 second shot
Working in pairs, learners pick either a
NATURE poem from http://haiku-poems.50webs.com/nature-haiku-poems.htm
COMPUTER haiku http://haiku-poems.50webs.com/computer-haiku-poems.htm
FUNNY haiku http://haiku-poems.50webs.com/funny-haiku-poems.htm
You will then create images for the haiku – must be three shots (5, 7, 5).
Sunday, 25 September 2011
Reflective Writing Task
Read the document (link to it HERE) and reflect on the scenarios. Use Gibbs' Reflective Cycle and post your responses on to your blog - title them "Reflective Writing Practice".
Thanks!
Friday, 23 September 2011
A Gentle Reminder...
You should have all created a Theory tab on your blog page. This is where you need to post your Theory work.
You need to upload your work to google docs and link it your blog
If you are having problems setting a new page-up and posting I will run through it Monday
Please do not post on to the Moving Image Year 1 Theory Page or on you homepage - create and use your own Theory page.
Thank You!
You need to upload your work to google docs and link it your blog
If you are having problems setting a new page-up and posting I will run through it Monday
Please do not post on to the Moving Image Year 1 Theory Page or on you homepage - create and use your own Theory page.
Thank You!
Thursday, 22 September 2011
Haiku Video
Can I remind you all that this project has to be done in three shots only
a 5 second shot
followed by
a 7 second shot
and ending with
a 5 second shot
Take a look at the vimeo group if you are unsure (I have posted the web address previously)
a 5 second shot
followed by
a 7 second shot
and ending with
a 5 second shot
Take a look at the vimeo group if you are unsure (I have posted the web address previously)
Wednesday, 21 September 2011
A little Yellow Bird Told Me
Therefore, I'll do the research for you. Check this out:
Special Mention - Good Effort Amy!
Tuesday, 20 September 2011
Guest Lecture Number 1
Joel will be delivering a presentation on the film Jumanji. Joel will be discussing the impact the film had on him as a child and also how it compares to the 1975 Disney classic "One of our Dinosaurs is Missing".
Could I please ask the audience to be in their seats by 9am sharp.
Congratulations!
Very well done on the completion of your first film!!! I hope you have enjoyed the project and have enjoyed making your first film on the course!
Make sure you read the assignment brief as it starts all over again TODAY!
Next Tuesday is the submission date for:
FILM 2: Video Haiku
(covers point 2 of unit 22)
Filming begins on the week of the 19/09. To be submitted 27/09 @ 4.30pm
Haikus are a form of Japanese poetry formed of three phrases (or lines) with the syllable structure like this:
5 syllables
7 syllables
5 syllables
So, for this project, your video structure should be like this:
5 second shot
7 second shot
5 second shot
You must have a haiku in the video. You can write your own haiku or use someone else's with credit. You can read the haiku or use titles to show it.
To get you going, check out the vimeo haiku albums:
http://vimeo.com/groups/weekendproject/album/163
http://vimeo.com/groups/weekendproject/album/2491
With this film you must complete blogs posts that show you can:
Plan a single camera production (see below for further details – Unit 22)
Be able to plan a single camera production
Devising: finding ideas; developing ideas; narrative structures; character; scripts; treatments; storyboards
Resources: talent; properties; costume; locations; video recording and playback equipment; audio recording and playback equipment; lighting equipment; sound and visual effects
Planning: treatments; shooting scripts; records of pre-production meetings; shooting schedules; call sheets; production roles; floor or location plans; prop lists; daily report sheets; production schedules
Health and safety: risk assessments (studio, locations)
Make sure you read the assignment brief as it starts all over again TODAY!
Next Tuesday is the submission date for:
FILM 2: Video Haiku
(covers point 2 of unit 22)
Filming begins on the week of the 19/09. To be submitted 27/09 @ 4.30pm
Haikus are a form of Japanese poetry formed of three phrases (or lines) with the syllable structure like this:
5 syllables
7 syllables
5 syllables
So, for this project, your video structure should be like this:
5 second shot
7 second shot
5 second shot
You must have a haiku in the video. You can write your own haiku or use someone else's with credit. You can read the haiku or use titles to show it.
To get you going, check out the vimeo haiku albums:
http://vimeo.com/groups/weekendproject/album/163
http://vimeo.com/groups/weekendproject/album/2491
With this film you must complete blogs posts that show you can:
Plan a single camera production (see below for further details – Unit 22)
Be able to plan a single camera production
Devising: finding ideas; developing ideas; narrative structures; character; scripts; treatments; storyboards
Resources: talent; properties; costume; locations; video recording and playback equipment; audio recording and playback equipment; lighting equipment; sound and visual effects
Planning: treatments; shooting scripts; records of pre-production meetings; shooting schedules; call sheets; production roles; floor or location plans; prop lists; daily report sheets; production schedules
Health and safety: risk assessments (studio, locations)
Become the Director
Check out the Professor Greens' 360 video
Link: Coming to Get Me
Is this going to change Video for Interactive Media forever?
Any ideas how they did it? A little Yellow Bird told me - hint hint.
Tokyo Slo-Mode
This is a fantastic short video that presents Slo-motion video in a different light.
Excellent editing that I found hypnotising!
TOKYO SLO-MODE from alex lee on Vimeo.
Excellent editing that I found hypnotising!
Sunday, 18 September 2011
What should I be Posting?
Remember, your individual course blog should only contain information relevant to the assignments you are working on.
For the purposes of internal and external verification it is essential that only assignment related content is present.
Furthermore, please remember that when you make a post that you state, which assignment brief, unit and criteria it refers to - this is paramount.
If you want to share your thoughts and opinions on other film and media related topics (competitions, festivals, film reviews etc...) please post them on your main course page.
Everyone on the course has subscribed to the course homepage and will be able to see your post.
Thank you.
Virgin Media Shorts
12 shorts have made the shortlist for this year’s Virgin Media Shorts competition.
Now it's over to you. Vote for your favourite short to win the coveted People's Choice Award by 28th October and you'll be in the draw to win a shiny bit of kit from Apple.
Bonus!
Check out the standard of this years entries so that you can see what your up against. Maybe one of your films could be here next year?
Wednesday, 14 September 2011
Labels
You must begin labelling your work
Label which unit / point it relates to (e.g. 22 = 1 / 2 / 3 / 4) and whether it is P / M / D
You add labels prior to posting - see image below
Label which unit / point it relates to (e.g. 22 = 1 / 2 / 3 / 4) and whether it is P / M / D
You add labels prior to posting - see image below
Alien - an inside look...
Alien (1979) is often referred to as a classic...it may, therefore, be a film that you look at on the course
HERE is a link to a recent Empire article
"In space no-one can hear you scream..."
HERE is a link to a recent Empire article
"In space no-one can hear you scream..."
Theory Page
In your DASHBOARD click on the EDIT POSTS tab for your blog.
Once there click on the EDIT PAGES tab
Click to create a NEW PAGE
Label this new page "THEORY"
You can then PUBLISH the page
You need to upload your theory work onto GOOGLE DOCS
Once uploaded, copy the url and link on your theory page
REMEMBER to state which UNIT and POINT the work is
Thank You!
Once there click on the EDIT PAGES tab
Click to create a NEW PAGE
Label this new page "THEORY"
You can then PUBLISH the page
You need to upload your theory work onto GOOGLE DOCS
Once uploaded, copy the url and link on your theory page
REMEMBER to state which UNIT and POINT the work is
Thank You!
Where to Post CIQ
Remember to post your CIQ to the YEAR 1 MOVING IMAGE BLOG
Do not continue to post on the MOVING IMAGE PRODUCTION BLOG
PLEASE TAKE NOTES IN FUTURE SO THAT YOU DO NOT FORGET WHAT YOU HAVE BEED ASKED TO DO
THANK YOU!
Dear participant/Student
I would like to ask you to participate in the data collection for a work-based study into the use of an electronic Critical Incident Questionnaire (CIQ). For the purposes of this work-based study the questionnaire will be used to discover how you are experiencing teaching sessions. Its usefulness is underlined by the experience that student responses often differ markedly from what teachers have expected on the basis of their own feelings in the classroom (Brookfield 1995: 95-96).
I would like to ask you to participate in the data collection for a work-based study into the use of an electronic Critical Incident Questionnaire (CIQ). For the purposes of this work-based study the questionnaire will be used to discover how you are experiencing teaching sessions. Its usefulness is underlined by the experience that student responses often differ markedly from what teachers have expected on the basis of their own feelings in the classroom (Brookfield 1995: 95-96).
The CIQ requires you to answer five questions that describe aspects of teaching sessions, prompting teachers to think about what is helping or hindering their learning so far. Your responses are anonymous and you are encouraged to keep a copy too for review at the end of the course and for your own records. You will be asked to complete the CIQ at the end of each class and are the same every week.
Brookfield began giving students a voice, in this particular way, in the era of carbon paper! But nowadays the facilities available to us include electronic mail and virtual learning environments. Therefore, we will be asking you to submit your electronic CIQ to the specific CIQ page on the course blog.
Your participation in this work-based study is entirely voluntary. Filling in the survey will take no more than 5 minutes. The information you provide is confidential. All of your CIQ responses are anonymous and therefore no participant’s names will be used. If you request confidentiality, beyond anonymised quotes, information you provide will be treated only as a source of background information, alongside literature-based research and potential interviews with other participants.
Your name or any other personal identifying information will not appear in any publications resulting from this study. The information gained from this interview will only be used for the above objectives, will not be used for any other purpose and will not be recorded in excess of what is required for the research.
Even though the study findings will be published in a Thesis, international conferences and journals, only relevant researchers will have access to the anonymous CIQ responses. These researchers will be bound by the principles outlined above. There are no known or anticipated risks to you as a participant in this work-based study.
If you have any questions regarding this study or would like additional information please contact the work-based study researcher (p.smith7@unimail.derby.ac.uk).
By filling in the CIQ (every occasion) you indicate that you understand its purpose and consent to the use of the data as indicated above. This is a completely voluntary request and should you decide not to complete the CIQ at any point during the work-based study, the data you have already entered up to that point will be used.
Thank you for your cooperation
Paul Smith, University of Derby Research Student
Your name or any other personal identifying information will not appear in any publications resulting from this study. The information gained from this interview will only be used for the above objectives, will not be used for any other purpose and will not be recorded in excess of what is required for the research.
Even though the study findings will be published in a Thesis, international conferences and journals, only relevant researchers will have access to the anonymous CIQ responses. These researchers will be bound by the principles outlined above. There are no known or anticipated risks to you as a participant in this work-based study.
If you have any questions regarding this study or would like additional information please contact the work-based study researcher (p.smith7@unimail.derby.ac.uk).
By filling in the CIQ (every occasion) you indicate that you understand its purpose and consent to the use of the data as indicated above. This is a completely voluntary request and should you decide not to complete the CIQ at any point during the work-based study, the data you have already entered up to that point will be used.
Thank you for your cooperation
Paul Smith, University of Derby Research Student
Submitting Post
For Example, if you are submitting a Treatment Template, state which project, unit number and criteria it relates to -
Treatment Template, Unit 22 .2, Vimeo Assignment.
This is essential for external and internal verification purposes.
Additionally, could you please amend earlier posts so that each post is clearly identifiable to the associated assignment, unit and criteria.
Thanks!
Tuesday, 13 September 2011
Monday, 12 September 2011
Greenpeace Film Competition
You need to register (link below) and then on the morning of the 17th September (less than a week to go) you will receive a briefing pack. You only need to make a 1 minute film and the prizes are great.
Link for more information below:
Assignment 1
See the link below for your first practical assignment
Start Date: 12/09/2011
End Date: 11/10/2011
See here: Assignment Brief
Start Date: 12/09/2011
End Date: 11/10/2011
See here: Assignment Brief
Friday, 9 September 2011
Course Trip 1
We are running a residential trip to Bristol to attend the Encounters Film Festival
Further details: http://movingimageproduction.blogspot.com/p/trips.html
Further details: http://movingimageproduction.blogspot.com/p/trips.html
Thursday, 8 September 2011
Media Production Competition
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