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Thursday, 24 March 2011
Thursday, 10 March 2011
What is a Film Pitch
A film pitch is the overview of a film idea presented in a way that would attract the interest from investors.
This pitch should intentionally include the following:
This pitch should intentionally include the following:
- A basic idea of the films Narrative
- A logline
- Comparisons to other films
- Idea of budget
- Idea of suitable cast
- The films genre
Film Production Cycle
The film production cycle consists of pre-production, production, post production, distribution and exhibition
Pre-production:
During pre-production, the script is broken down into individual scenes and all the locations, props, cast members, costumes, special effects and visual effects are identified. An extremely detailed schedule is produced and arrangements are made for the necessary elements to be available to the film-makers at the appropriate time. Sets are constructed, the crew is hired, financial arrangements are put in place and a start date for the beginning of principle photography is set.The pitch is also presented.
Production:
In this stage the film is filmed.
Post-production:
Post-production includes editing the picture, editing soundtrack, adding visual effects, adding sound effects and transferring the film to video.
Distribution:
The distributor is a company or individual whom is responsible for the releasing of the film to the public either theatrically or for home viewing. They are also responsible for the promotional qualities of the film, they advertise the film by organising a future franchise, using product placement and creating tie-ins.
Exhibition:
Exhibition is the stage in which the film is unveiled to the audience/public. If a distributor is working with a theatrical exhibitor, the distributor secures a written contract stipulating the amount of the gross ticket sales to be paid to the distributor by the exhibitor.
Pre-production:
During pre-production, the script is broken down into individual scenes and all the locations, props, cast members, costumes, special effects and visual effects are identified. An extremely detailed schedule is produced and arrangements are made for the necessary elements to be available to the film-makers at the appropriate time. Sets are constructed, the crew is hired, financial arrangements are put in place and a start date for the beginning of principle photography is set.The pitch is also presented.
Production:
In this stage the film is filmed.
Post-production:
Post-production includes editing the picture, editing soundtrack, adding visual effects, adding sound effects and transferring the film to video.
Distribution:
The distributor is a company or individual whom is responsible for the releasing of the film to the public either theatrically or for home viewing. They are also responsible for the promotional qualities of the film, they advertise the film by organising a future franchise, using product placement and creating tie-ins.
Exhibition:
Exhibition is the stage in which the film is unveiled to the audience/public. If a distributor is working with a theatrical exhibitor, the distributor secures a written contract stipulating the amount of the gross ticket sales to be paid to the distributor by the exhibitor.
Sunday, 27 February 2011
Film Pitch
Logline- A washed up superstar is forced to prevent the destruction of an alien planet and cosequently Earth from an evil race of red martians.Aswell as finding publicity redemption he is torn between his hearts desire between two woman.
Pitch-
Chuck Norris vs Martians is an action Comedy which in itself is unique and fun for a majority of audiences, it carries qualities like its primitive humour and its fast paced action sequences.The film will carry key stars such as Ben Stiller playing as the lead role, Seph Rogen formally renown from his latest film "the Green Hornet" and Megan Fox. These star roles give this film potential to grab the audiences attention.The film would ideally be directed by Jon Favreau who has clearly shown in the past that he is adept at directing action with comedic elements as shown in the Iron Man films. The film will be made on a budget of £150 million and by being released in the summer on a 12A/ PG-13 rating would maximise viewership with kids and adults. The film could be shot at the salt flats in Utah and Britain’s Pinewood Studios for the Mars sequences and we could film on location in Manhattan for the scenes in New York City. The film would need a combination of costumes and make up to create the Martian characters, and cgi would need to be used to make some of the film sequences involving Martian landscapes and spaceships.
Thursday, 10 February 2011
Film Studies: Creating a Pitch
Production Name:
Blue Peeks Entertainment
Genre-Action:
Themes: Danger,Revenge,Terrorism,Espionage,Desperation,Time,
Characters: Villain/Antagonist,Hero/Protagonist,Support,Damsel in Distress
Narrative: Ticking Clock scenario against Time,Good vs Evil,Master full Plann (the villains plan provides as the catalyst for the heroes adventure),Big Set Pieces,Narrative drives plot, not so much characters
Props: Guns,Explosions,Cars,Body armour(in some films)
Setting: Urban,City,
Style: Fast paced music,(Editing)
Within the first few seconds you are already introduced to the codes and conventions of the genre, it clearly shows to the public the common props used in an action film. Fast paced car chases, guns and explosions are utilized to represent Bad Boys as being an action film. The trailer also introduces the common themes and styles commonely shown in an action genre, Danger, the race against time and the big scaled set pieces.
The trailer represents the urban background and also implements the characters of the narrative. The Protagonist (Will Smith) and the Damzel in Distress (Gabrielle Union)are already clear.This gives the audience further indication of the films genre.
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