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Storyboard replica from Kweku Addo This is the original storyboard, before the character changes were made. The setting is the same however. It differs to my final storyboard as these are stills taken from a scene i filmed, compared to the stills i took which replicated the scene.

The exam script final (3) from Kweku Addo

Setting the scene, establishing shot. Location is central in the frame. Cheap family diner on a high street - working class location?  Two friends - One white, one black, shop chefs middle-eastern - diverse community. Both in centre of frame, sitting either side of table; setting scene up for conversation/dialogue.  Again, centre of frame, most important subject. Lights either side emphasise length of tunnel, emphasise length of pursuit. Slightly low angle shot, makes him look bigger in the frame.  Shot of blood, shows extent of damage done. 'Realisation' moment for audience, shows the damage gang violence can cause.  High angle shot of blood makes it look like it's coming out of a tap; heightens severity of injury.  Point in film where tension peaks - diagetic, non-diagetic sound all heighten, and after this shot flashbacks end, and the rest of the 'Ellington Kid' narrative is left to the audience's imagination.

Complete a blogpost detailing your film viewing over the past month. You should consider the following when completing your blogpost: • Where do you watch films? I watch films in primarily two places, either at home or at the cinema. If travelling, I tend to watch films on a plane and in a car. When at home or travelling I prefer to watch films on my phone, even on a plane. At home I prefer to lie in bed in my room with headphones and watch movies on my phone, so nobody else disturbs me. • What devices do you use to watch films? How does this change the viewing experience? Primarily tend to use my phone, with headphones. Watching films on a 5.2 inch screen means that I'm closer to the screen, and pay attention to the finer aspects of the film. I also  watch films on the television with headphones, which is different from watching on my phone as there is a much bigger display.  • Are there certain films you prefer to see at the cinema? If so which?   Yes, I ...

Over CCTV footage throughout the film – stationary cameras elevates tension through the film and constantly heightens expectations in each shot of the film. Flashbacks foreshadow what is to come in later in the film – juxtaposition of the past and future, working in tandem. Timeline moves backwards instead of forwards – Keeps audience watching to find out the cause of the events. No non-diegetic sound – all from the cameras in the world of the film. Again adds to tension of the film, lack of soundtrack increases the extended silence in the film. The final scene of the film is the body dropping on the car, and a plane flying overhead, revealing the subject of the film. Personally, the first time I watched it, the body falling on to the car was so sudden it gave me a scare. The minimalistic approach of the film adds quite a sombre tone to the narrative, it makes the death of the man even more sad.

The Fly Begins with a sound bridge (shotgun being cocked, and an audio line), immediately setting us up for what’s next to follow. Already sets the scene of a robbery, without the need for visual cues. The title screen flashes brightly multiple times and in rapid succession, so anyone with epilepsy be sure to skip this one out. Other than catching our attention, it heightens expectations simply due to how overdramatic the film is with its entry. Robbery never actually shown, only audio of men shouting violently and some scared screaming along with the bank’s closed doors shown, leaving us to assume the robbery is taking place. The sound of the fly is continuously heightened and brought to the forefront, and the distinguishable, sharp buzzing. No shot is entirely stationary; camera is at the very least swaying. Gives off a more naturalistic perspective, as rarely do people ever stand completely still. Multiple shots of bank door, along with sound of chaos inside give...