We embedded annotations of what technologies we used on our video. We first created a script to which we all contributed in what to say while Jess typed. I then copy and pasted them onto different annotations and applied them to specific areas in the film.

SCRIPT:
We used Adobe Premiere Pro to create the titles and assemble the sequence.


We used Adobe Audition for all of the sound effects. We added a diegetic dripping sound to create the effect of a prison like atmosphere.

We used a Sony FS100 and we used Prime lenses as well as Micro lenses throughout the process of filming.

We used a tripod throughout the day to get steady shots and smooth pans.

We used a Sennheiser directional microphone to capture sounds on the day.

We enhanced the lighting by changing the brightness and contrast for continuity throughout. We wanted to create a dull light, by using 4 lightbulbs which illuminated the set. We used an additional light to create a daylight effect by the door. We added a daylight fresnel light and a blue gel to light the padlock and connote freedom.

We sped up the pans to create panic, which shows the protagonist perspective.

We used reverb onto our sound in Adobe Audition to create metallic echoes. This is to make the sounds blend with the prison setting.

We assembled the sound track by layering different sound effects together. We increased the diegetic sounds further into the sequence to suggest the idea of time running out as the villain comes closer.

We used an additional light to create a daylight effect by the door. We added a daylight fresnel light and a blue gel to light the padlock and connote freedom.

For this question I created a Soundcloud to explain the attraction of the film for our target audience

After conducting multiple interviews with people of different ages and genders: I have concluded that the target audience for our thriller is between the age range of 15-25. I found that this age range can handle the big amount of inappropriate language e.g swearing, and graphic scenes e.g. blood and gore. My thriller includes scenes displaying swearing, violence, weapons, blood, death and distressing scenes.


My thriller is set in a city, where the environment is busy and chaotic. My target audience generally work and therefore live near urbanised areas, which means they can relate to the setting and theme of the thriller. My thriller can also be categorised in the psychological espionage sub-genre. This may include new and current technologies and political issues. My target audience are very up-to-date with the current trends in technologies and the news.

The opening sequence features the concept of old fashioned keys to fit in an old-fashioned padlock. The protagonist, who fits in the same age range as the target audience, is clearly shown frustrated about the amount of old fashioned keys he must try in a very short period of time. My target audience may relate to this frustration, as they too would react if in the same situation with old fashioned keys.

My target audience consists of both male and female members. The males may relate to the protagonist hero, whilst the female may be attracted to the masculine figure.

My target audience may enjoy various physical activities such as:

• Sports - football, rugby, tennis, basketball, baseball, boxing etc.
• Movies - cinema films, television shows, thrillers, comedies, soaps, action, 
• Clubbing - parties, raves, social clubs, 
• Video Games, social media, sex and violence, action,

My target audience are highly educated. They will understand the storyline and motives behind the characters and plot. The story can be particularly confusing when technology is involved. I imagine the film to be demanding in terms of concentration. Older members of the audience may not be interested in the political issues and environmental factors that may underline the motives and plot of the film.

My audience can relate to the distress that the protagonist is going through in the film, as his younger sister is dying of a terminal illness. The audience understand the love for a child and the distress it would cause in order to protect them.


The audience may be from a wealthy background, as they are possibly willing to spend a small fortune on a cinema ticket. (approx. £10) The protagonist is equally from a wealthy background, so the audience can relate to his circumstances and character.

If I had the budget, it would be ideal to partner with a company such as 20th century fox or metro-goldwyn-mayer. However, in reality we have created an extremely low budget student opening.
Instead I looked at lower budget distributions, such as British Independent Film industries. In my research I found Hammer Films. Hammer is a British film production company based in London. It is best known for making thriller classics and noir films, such as Dracula and Frankenstein.

Hammer has professionally and successfully produced thrillers beforehand. Since the company was sold in 2007 by a consortium headed by Dutch media tycoon John de Mol. The company has produced films such as Let me in, The Resident and The Woman In Black.

Before 2007 however, the company continued dormant past it's peak years of mid 50's to 70's. The company was still alive but no one had yet invested in it since.

I would partner with this company; although they have been dormant for decades, they are still producing successful thrillers, particularly in the psychology sub-genre. Compared to other companies, Hammer Films is known for their thrillers and focus their finance and skills towards that genre. I would safely trust Hammer Films to carry out the success of our thriller.

Once we had finalised and produced our opening sequence, I looked back to my original research ideas and compared my explanations to if they were still valid with the result product.


20th century also produces films of a similar genre to my thriller. They have produced many espionage films, such as Spectre and Bridge of Spies; Thrillers such as the martian and x-men apocalypse; and artistically composed cinematography, such as Suffragette.
 With this in mind, I think 20th century fox would make my thriller a success, as they can use the same directors and actors that they may have contracted with for other films.

Fox can also ensure the success of our film globally, as it deals with international distributions (Bridge of Spies was distributed by 20th century fox internationally) and is a household name.

I also began researching into different directors and cinematographers who have worked for the institution. I believe my film would fit into the ethos of a more serious and less comical direction of film. For example, McG directed the 20th century fox romantic spy comedy This Means War. Although this is similarly an espionage film, the style of direction McG specialises in is more comical and light-hearted; and therefore will not suit the conventions of our thriller.

A few directors I found included:

• Brian Percival: A british film director known for his work in The Book Thief and Downton Abbey. 
• Chris Columbus, american filmmaker known for his contribution to the Harry Potter series and Percy Jackson.
• David Fincher: known for directing Fight Club, House of Cards, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and his latest film Gone Girl.

The cinematography of Jeff Cronenweth

This therefore means that 21st century fox can horizontally integrate my film, by producing, distributing and promoting through many of it's owned products without spending much.

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