Fight Night: Mood board

Mood Board

This is a mood board which is a collage that we created that reflects on what genre our film falls under. we have included images and samples of objects which shows our design concept which gives you a rough idea on what the film might be about.

We have included most images that may occur through out the film, there are a few things that is missing, this is because the script and the storyboard has changed as time has gone by. There will be more images that will be added to the mood board as our ideas may develop as we watch different films.

What is a mood board?

A mood board is a type of collage that may consist of images, text, and samples of objects in a composition of the choice of the mood board creator. Designers and others use mood boards to develop their design concepts and to communicate to other members of the design team.

Representation of sexuality in media

Representation of sexuality in media

The representation of sexuality in media can be looked at in many different ways depending on the era, for example this clip is based in Victorian times and to be homosexual in the 1900's was frowned upon. On the other hand, being homosexual in the 2000's isnt a bad thing.

 

 

 



Technological Codes: Sound, Editing, Camera Movement/Angles, TypesOfShots And Lighting

Technological Codes

Sound

Diagetic: Diagetic sound is any sound, piece of music or voice that comes within the the narrative.

For example if someone jumps into a swimming pool then you should hear the genuine sound of a person leaping into a pool of water.

Non-diagetic: Non-diagetic sound is any sound, piece of music or voice that isn't within the narrative and has been recorded off camera and edited in. 

For example in a fight scene it is hard to distinguish the noises of the punches because it may be quiet depending on how far the camera is. Furthermore, if you are trying to to create a noise then you would use Foley sounds in order to create an effect that matches everything that is happening within the Mis-en-scene.

Foley sounds: This is the reproduction of everyday sounds such as footsteps, the closing of doors or even a creaky floor boards. Theses sounds are created by a Foley artist, this is someone who's job is to create these sounds.

Voice Over: Voice over is someone who narrates a film, this narrator may be a character who plays a part in the film or it may be a person who you will not see an image of. A voice over can be used in a film in order to create effect or to help the viewer build a better understanding of the storyline which is being portrayed on camera.

In my film I will highly consider using a voice over as it is easy for the audience to establish the storyline. I have watched films in the same genre as mine and some of the use voice overs for a period of time therefore I think it would be appropriate to follow the codes and conventions.
I will also take in to consideration the use of non-diagetic sound in order to amplify certain sounds that will create a more full on affect. Considering it is a sport drama, boxing being the sport, I will think about using pre-recorded sounds or foley sounds to put over the top of my film.  A key sound that might be used in my film is a punching noise.

Editing

There are many different types of editing techniques that can be used in media in order to create mood and emotion to the viewers.

The different types of editing techniques are:

• Fade to black
• Dissolve/Cross fade
• Wipe
• Jump Cut
• Flash Cut
• Straight Cut
• Transition

In the film that I am creating I will try and use as many of these editing techniques as possible, where appropriate, this will make the transition between shots look smoother and give a better effect to the viewer. For example I might use the dissolve edit to show two contrasting shots, this will allow the viewer to see both shots and how they relate to each other.

Camera Angles/Lens Type

• High Angle
• Low Angle
• Wide-Angle
• Oblique
• Steadi-Cam
• Digital Camera HD - 35mm
• Handheld Camera 

In the film that I am creating I am using a digital camera, this is a good camera because you can get crystal clear shots which makes every scene look prestigous. I also use a tripod when filming, this allows me to adjust the height of the shot and to gain more control when panning and shooting in general.

In terms of camera lenses I may use the 35mm lens for eastablishing shots and wide shots because it gives a wider shot which allows you to see more of the surrounding area.

Types of shot

• Establishing shot
• point of view shot
• Long/Mid-shot
• Insert shot
• Close up shot
• Birds eye/ ariel shot

In our film we will be using a variety of different shots to create a different mood and emotion for different scenes. There will be a lot of close up shots to show the mood and emotion on each character, we will also use this shot to show the impact of the fatal blow which lands our protagonist (David Starr) in hospital.

Lighting

• Low key lighting
• High key lighting
• High contrast

In our film it starts off with high key lighting, this is to show his positive attitude towards his boxing career and his dedication as he wakes up early every morning to train hard. On the other hand once the antagonist comes in to the scene  we will use low key lighting to show that something bad is brewing.

Fight Night: Locations

Locations

Downham Gym

This is one of the locations that we will be using for definate, this is where 'David' comes to train on a daily basis. We will film a scene in the gym where we will get shots of him training hard for the big day that lyes ahead of him. This isn't the main scene in the film but plays a big part because this is where the 'Starr' is before he makes his way home and encounters a thug like man who is attempting to sexually assault an innocent by stander.

Fight Night: Script

Script

My name is David Starr. I live in south east London in a small house owned by my parents. I’m 18 years old, and tomorrow is the most important day in my life in terms of my boxing career. This fight could make or break me, i'm facing the toughest guy in London and I know my family are depending on me to win this match or we face financial ruin. Life is rough right now but boxing and my family are going to pull me through this.

This is the script that we created for our film, this may change depending on the rest of the footage that we will collect at a later date. It starts off by introducing himself, this is a good way for the viewers to identify who he is so they can refer to him throughout the film.

Furthermore, it then goes on to talk about where he lives, how old he is and it then goes into further detail about what he is training for, this establishes the storyline which makes it easier for the viewer to understand the story.

Fight Night: Props

Prop's

Throughout the film we will need props to make up each scene that can be used as symbolic codes to show the contrasting ideas using that item.

Firstly we used a phone as an alarm to wake the protagonist or his early training regime. This is a good prop to use in our film because it shows that this is a modernised film apposed to an older film.

This is also a good prop to use because once the alarm rings, a message appears on the screen which reads '1 Days until big fight 🎈', this is an inspirational message that powers the protagonist to train hard.

In our film we will also be using boxing gloves, this is essential for the boxer as this will be a key prop which relates to David's career.

This is also a good prop to use because it shows the contrasting idea between the scene where he kisses his mum and the idea of fighting being bad.

This was an idea that we had for the 'Fight scene', instead of David being stabbed we was going to make he so he got bottled using the sugar glass bottle prop. We figured that this would look a lot more realistic and it would be much easier to act out, we found this prop hard to get and we dont want to spend too much money filming, despite the fact that we cant get this prop we will use a knife instead, although this will be harder to act out it will still be good in terms of how it relates to the film.

Symbolic Codes: Mis-en-scene, Space, Objects & Props, Costumes,Setting, Colour & Lighting & Body Language

Symbolic Codes

Space

• Juxtaposition
• Depth & Proximity
• Size and Proportion

Objects And Props

• Clues to Character
• Narrative Enigmas
• Anchors Location
• Genre Iconography
• Intertextual References

We will be using many different props when filming, for example boxing gloves are essential for out protagonist because that is what he does in terms of his spare time. We will also be using a mobile phone for an alarm, as the phone alarm goes off there will be a message that appears on the screen saying '1 days until fight', this shows that he has been training hard counting down the days until his fight.

Costumes

• Realism/Escapist
• Time period/Age/Social Class
• Revealing Genre Conventions
• Low/High Production Values
• National/Regional Identity
• Status/Role/Occasion
• Ethnicity/Race/Sexuality

In our film the protagonist will be wearing standard clothes that people would wear to the gym. On the other hand our antagonist will be wearing smart clothes but he will be wearing them carelessly to show that he is a criminal.

Setting

• Low/High Production Values
• Genre Conventions
• Audience Identification
• Decor/Style/Interiors
• Studio Set design/On Location
• Realist/Escapist

In our film we will use standard locations around our area, this is due to low production cost. This can be a good thing because the audience can relate to the locations such as houses around the local area, the gym and other locations such as the 'Stab' scene.

Colour & Lighting

• High/Low Key Lighting
• Bright Primary Colours
• Black and White
• Single Source/Fill Lighting
• Use of Shadow/Silhouette
• Genre e.g. Noir
• De-Saturated/Grainy

Our film will start off with high key lighting to show the mood that our protagonist (David Starr) is in towards the build up of his big fight.

Body Language

• Pose and Posture
• Eye Contact
• Actors Movement/Style
• Status/Role/Social Class

In our film we will use each characters body language to show how he/she is feeling. We will also make our protagonist stroll opposed to walking, this is because he lives in south east London and is classed as 'Cockney'.

Codes And Convetions

Codes and conventions

What is a code?

Codes are systems of signs which create meaning. There are two different types of codes, symbolic and technical.

•  Technical codes are all the ways in which the physical equipment tell the story, for example the camera work.
•  Symbolic codes shows us what is hidden beneath the surface, things that we are unable to see. 

There is certain things that fit both categories, for example music can be both technical and symbolic codes within a film.

What is a convention?

A convention is the generally accepted way of doing things, there are different types of conventions which can be used in different medium but must be genre specific.

How are codes and conventions used in media?

Codes and conventions are both used in media in any and every genre. In terms of conventions you can just speak about camera work you must include how it is conventionally used in that genre.

The technical code of lighting can be used in all films and are all very similar. For example a horror usually has dark scenes with dimmed lighting to give the effect that something is about to happen. Lighting is a key aspect of technical codes because it gives you an insight of what genre the film might fall under and what mood it gives off.