Preproduction (Call-Sheet)

Name: ______

The FILMMAKING PROCESS- Make a Mini-Short- PT. 2

GOAL: to create a working script and storyboard for a two-minute Remembrance Day film project

PURPOSE: to honour and remember those who defend our freedom

EXAMPLE: “The Real Canadian Forces” 2:55 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1gcb4LhvRI

Second PRODUCT- The SCRIPT AND STORYBOARD:

Develop a solid script and storyboard for your TWO minute film. The script is THE FUNDAMENTAL PLANNING TOOL for how you intend to produce your film for the screen. Together, the script and storyboard form a blueprint, or a roadmap, that you will refer to during production. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JcJNul9y4k

This package is DUE: ______

Monday, Oct. 7 – Tue. Oct 15: Script and Storyboard

Second SET OF PRE-Production Stages

1) SCENE-BY- SCENE PLAN & SCRIPT: Tue. &Wed. 2) STORYBOARD: - Thurs. – Tue. 3) BOTH DUE: Wed. Oct. 16

1) STEP ONE- THE SCRIPT: Construct the film script in a scene-by-scene progression.

A. List the FIVE key ‘plot’ points again.

B. Write the script by identifying and noting the following SCREENPLAY ELEMENTS for EACH SCENE (you may end up with more than five):

(Use the charts provided)

Name: ______

· write the dialogue (or narration),

· decide on camera direction, angle, movement,

· identify and secure location,

· establish lighting requirements,

· write set description,

· list and locate props, costumes, background images

Name: ______

C. Use the handouts to see how to format your script. You must use a standard screenplay format, as in the handout and example.

D. Use and learn the following screenplay terms:

slugline: use CAPITALS – inside/outside/ where/ time of day

action line – indicates what the camera sees, and what the characters are doing

character heading- names which actor is speaking (by character name)

transitions line: indicates when the scene ends, using CUT TO, or DISSOLVE or FADE OUT

Make sure each person in the group is aware of their tasks (what they are doing + product) and their responsibilities (product deadlines).

Scene-by-scene layout

Scene # and Synopsis / Dialogue or Voice-Over / Music / Location / Set Description / Camera direction, movement, angle, etc. / Props, costume, background images
ie. #1: Scene begins when ... and then... soldier reaches out - end of scene. / Title
Format
URL / Site
Avail: / Background elements / Long-shot- captures bridge and sky; angle- bridge bottom L to upper R of frame; pans slowly R

Make sure each person in the group is aware of their tasks (what they are doing + product) and their responsibilities (product deadlines).

Scene-by-scene layout

Scene # and Synopsis / Dialogue or Voice-Over / Music / Location / Set Description / Camera direction, movement, angle, etc. / Props, costume, background images
ie. Scene begins when ... and then... soldier reaches out - end of scene. / Title
Format
URL / Site
Avail: / Background elements / Long-shot- captures bridge and sky; angle- bridge bottom L to upper R of frame; pans slowly R

Make sure each person in the group is aware of their tasks (what they are doing + product) and their responsibilities (product deadlines).

Scene-by-scene layout

2) STEP TWO- THE STORYBOARD: A visual blueprint and communication tool that focuses the story for everyone who will be involved in making the film. It conveys clear, critical information about what will appear on the screen in each shot.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWPjjoOFIu8

A. Once you have completed your script, begin the storyboard. Refer to the planning charts and your script as you work through the process. First, break each scene down into a series of shots. Number each of the shots and sketch them in after discussing how you want the shots of your film to look. USE THE HANDOUTS PROVIDED. LABEL EACH PANEL WITH THE TYPE OF SHOT, the ACTION, AND ITS DURATION. Low angle tilt – hero: from knees up to his face, from POV of the child looking up, - 3 seconds. Close-up – the hero smiling- 3 sec. Close-up- the child smiling back- 4 sec.

These sketches provide a game-plan that everyone can follow – things may change a little, BUT YOU SHOULD FOLLOW THE STORYBOARD once you start filming. The storyboard ensures that you stay on track.