Actor Contract

Actors Contract

Shotlist

Our Shot list

Our shot list as shown below, is quite basic but serves the purpose it is needed for. Creating this list helps the cameraman to master each shot by knowing which shot they have to do and when. This also makes the production stage much more efficient as we have already planned what shot we are going to do where. So when it comes to filming, it is known when to take which shot rather than decide on the spot.

There are no dates or times present on our shot list due to us still waiting for confirmation from our filming locations.

Risk Assessment

Risk Assessment

A risk assessment sheet was filled out during lesson whilst I was absent.  So on my behalf, my group member Kevin filled the sheet out for me as shown below:

As shown in part A, we do not have very many hazards whilst filming however, we must be cautious and wary at all times due to there being various types of electrical equipment which is easily flammable and can cause significant damage to property as well as to people. It is imperative for us to address this issue to ensure the safety of every production member, the property we will be using, as well as the general public.

Hazards (Outlined)

A possible issue is the bedroom environment getting extremely hot due to the use of high-tech equipment such as a telescopic halogen work light which can get extremely hot if left powered on for prolonged periods of time.

Another major concern is a risk of fire as it wouldn't take much for an outbreak due to the vast amount of technology being present. This can happen as issues such as sparks caused at socket can spread and lead to a fire. One way to prevent this is to ensure that we use surge protected sockets as they will prevent there from being a power surge leading to our equipment being shut down. Alongside this, a similar issue is the risk of being electrocuted. This is also a hazard for which we will need to take precaution as to how we plug and unplug our technological equipment because if done incorrectly, somebody could potentially get hurt.

Lastly, an issue which is prone to happen because of the amount of wires there will be around the room, is tripping. It would be very easy to fall over a wire as we will have many of them going around the whole room. For example, the boom microphone will have its own cable which will stretch across the whole room which becomes a hazard as any one of us could trip over it and hurt ourselves.

Film Classification

Our Film Classification

As a group, we were unsure whether to rate our film a 12A or a 15. This was a difficult decision as we aren't very experienced in rating films so we started from the top. We started by discussing similar films and what their ratings are. Then we compared their rating to the content of the film. This allowed us to find out how much violence for example, is required to hit a certain rating. Having discussed this, we also took the initiative to search similar films on IMDb and see what they are rated. This was to ensure that we had evidence to prove our selection.

After conducting research on similar films, we decided as a group that our film will be classified as a 12A according to the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC). This enables us to target a larger audience than a film that is rated 15.

Violence

According to the BBFC, moderate violence is acceptable however, it must not dwell on detail. There must not be any emphasis on injuries or blood. Our production will have scenes of violence however, blood will not be shown and injuries will not be shown. Additionally, there will be an action sequence of a sword fight shown which complies with the 12A rating rules as again, we will not be showing the injuries sustained or the blood.

Theme

 Mature themes are acceptable according to the BBFC however, their treatment must be suitable for teenagers.

Our main theme in this production is about family, its values and how you should appreciate it. The reason why this relates to the 12A rating is because 12 year olds will understand our concept of portraying the importance of family in comparison to the younger ages who may not be able to understand the theme as it is.

Language

Strong language can be used occasionally if it used in the right manner and contextually. In our film, we plan on occasionally using some strong language to emphasise the sense of humour. We will not be using it out of context or unnecessarily as it would change our rating to a 15.

Imitable Techniques

Dangerous behaviour (for example hanging and suicide) will not dwell on detail which can be imitated or be presented in a way that is easy to be copied by easily influenced children.

We will not be presenting any dangerous behaviour in our film however, we will be using handheld weapons such as samurai swords and futuristic guns. We will not be presenting these weapons as "glamorous" to our audience to ensure that they are not acquired by children as well as the fact that they are futuristic concepts and do not yet exist in reality.

Horror

There may be some threat and hazard including scenes which which are violent and last a while however, injuries are not dwelled upon.

The main fright to the audience in the film, is when the villain suddenly descends from the sky which will definitely raise questions in the audience's minds wondering who he is and why he's turned up like that.

Props, Costume & Make-up

Props, costume and make-up

Our Prop List:

Weapons

We want to showcase a futuristic set of weapons in order to set the scene of Limbo entering a video game. This helps us to give the audience an image of what type of game he was playing before he became a part of it. In order to achieve the look of a futuristic gun, we decided to use either an airsoft gun or a nerf gun.

Game Console & Controller

We will be using a Playstation 4 and its controller as it in itself looks quite futuristic. Although it is not shown, Limbo will be playing GTA V in order to achieve a sense of reality that he is actually playing a video game.

Headset & Microphone

In order to add to the "futuristic" feel, we will also be utilising a light up headset which is aesthetically pleasing and will most likely entice the audience further. We will be using a headset that has a microphone built in which will allow Limbo to communicate with the online players.

Background Environment

Limbo is going to be playing playstation in his room so we will have to arrange for a bedroom to be used to give that house-like feel. This will have to include the typical "essentials" such as a bed of course, a cupboard, chest of drawers etc.

Sourcing our Props

We will be sourcing our props from online retailers such as Amazon and Ebay due to the large variety of products they have to offer. Not only that, but their pricing is also very competitive in comparison to street retailers. This is an advantage for us as it reduces our production costs and increases our profit bracket.

Costume

In our opening sequence, Limbo will be dressed in a t-shirt and pyjama bottoms, complimented with a dressing gown on top. This will give the audience the feel that he is at home, comfortable and it's quite late. This aids us to create the picture for the audience that he is playing video games late at night like typical teenagers.

However, as Limbo is warped into the video game, when he meets Li face to face, he will be wearing a special superhero like outfit.

Kyle created a custom outfit for Limbo using Photoshop cc as shown below:

Kyle creating the superhero suit on Photoshop cc

The finished product

Li - The Helper

As a group, we discussed that Li should be dressed formally as it suits the face of the character, due to him being the helper. Therefore, we decided that Li will be dressed in a navy suit accompanied by a red tie. This attire fits perfectly as it shows his status.

Li's attire will look similar to this