Zahra Lesforis

 

Having completed the preliminary task, there are many aspects I have learned about the filmmaking progress and the three rules. One of those things include making sure the mise-en-scene is in the correct positions in the different takes. Due to the fact that there may be several times where parts of the script have to be re-filmed, it is essential that the mise-en-scene is in exactly the same place as it was in the previous takes. This is so that when the film is edited and played back, there are no objects that are in different places as this weakens the authenticity of the film.

          Something else I have learned about filmmaking is dealing with the camera and tripod. It is important that you take the camera off the tripod when moving it around. Also, to make sure the camera is sitting at an even level, it is best to look at the round spirit level on the tripod and check to make sure the bubble is in the middle of the circle.

         Finally, I discovered that in a shot reverse shot, you must make sure that the positions of the camera are exactly opposite each other. For example, if the shot is on top of one character’s right shoulder, the reverse shot must be on top of the other character’s left shoulder.

One thing I will consider in the future when filming is sound and dealing with problems that may occur. I need to be aware of the noises that are around and acknowledging if they will affect filming. I will make sure I know ways of dealing with unnecessary noises so that together as a group, we will be able to overcome them quickly and effectively.

One last thing I will consider is planning and script writing. These techniques will make sure that filming and group decisions are not done at a slow pace and will help the actors in the group remember their lines easier.