AICE Media Studies

Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D1EKrIx0YmH9RTIADRH1n7b1hGkrG5TUnLtRnNhMeX8/edit How do your products represent social groups or issues? In my group’s short film, The Lull, it challenges the role a detective plays. In movies or short films in this case where the detective turns out to be the bad guy challenges our conventional perception of heroes and authority figures. This departure from the expected narrative trajectory challenges our trust in them and the meaning of being in charge. They reveal that even those we admire can have flaws and mistakes. This short film prompts us to question the effectiveness of our power systems and their fairness, reminding us that sometimes those in charge aren't as perfect as we might expect. This can symbolize the abuse of power within institutions and the betrayal of public trust, reflecting real-world instances of corruption and misconduct within law enforcement.  Moreover, the detective's dual role as investigator and killer ra...

website:  https://teobalsamo.wixsite.com/thelull1 postcard: https://www.canva.com/design/DAF_hwx0iYE/7hWWJidBGbAObrlbRG3dqQ/edit  film:  https://youtu.be/6QgcivDhtU0?si=OGXV2yY_Oow7B620

It’s Sunday we’re almost done filming! Today I woke up at 10:50 in the morning, which is kinda bad because we were trying to filmed around 11:30. David texted the group around 9, that he was available to film from 9 to 1:30. I said that I was ready whenever. 20 minutes later Teo said that he was able to film also. David then said he going to pick up Teo around 12. Teo made sure to wear the same clothes from last time. When David and Teo got to my house we immediately started to look at the script and add ideas since david had to leave in a hour. After we reviewed the script we went straight to filming. We continued from where we left off at. Today most of the filming was in the kitchen and living room. The scene we first filmed was me attacking Teo. We then filmed Teo running towards the door and trying to open it up. We filmed this like 12 times. Mainly because Teo couldn’t get the key and turn right. The other times it was just to get a different angle. After that David filmed me wal...

Today me and my group continued to film for our film “The Lull.” This morning I woke up around 8 in the morning to give me time to eat and get ready for David and Teo to come over. Around 11 David texted us that he would pick up Teo around 11:25. During that time I made sure everything was how it looked last time we filmed. I made sure the lighting was the same and Teo wore the same thing. When David and Teo arrived we talked about what we did last time and what could be added to the script. After about 15 minutes, David wrote up the script for today and I changed into the suit that Teo brought for my role. When David finished with the script we recorded the kitchen to the how the lighting was and if we needed to turn the brightness on my phone. After that we shot some scenes and tried to use some techniques and tricks. Some didn’t work out and some did. After a while we went outside since the lighting in my house was low and we needed some sunlight. We filmed me running behind Teo mul...

After filming the car scenes, I went to import them into the film. I opened Adobe Premiere Pro to begin editing the opening sequence for my detective film. I've been using Adobe Premiere Pro for about 3 years now years now. I moved the clips into my "video" category. I then went through every video and decided which should be part of the first minute and what might be excluded. I then put the selected videos into the timeline and put those videos aligned in the order they needed to be. After that, I cut the videos to make the film flow better. After the clips of me are fully done I watch them over and see if the videos need any fixing up. After that, I make sure that the video flows, like how a movie would.  I experimented with adding transitions between clips. Which helped create a smooth visual experience. I adjusted the audio levels of the dialogue and sound effects for clarity and balance. Even after that I had to take away some of the clips that we filmed. I showed t...

Last weekend, I decided to film just in case my group needed my more scene to include. This because the due date for this film was coming up in about 3 weeks. At this point I just decided to film even if it didn't make the cut. I woke up around 8:30 and told parents and grandparents before hand that I was filming. I ate some breakfast and brushed my teeth. I also had the suit Teo gave me and changed into it. I then went to my car. I grab my phone, eager to shoot the opening scene for my detective film project. I head outside and climb into my car, picturing it as a sleek detective's vehicle. I prop my phone on the passenger seat, using a book or case to hold it upright. I check the frame, making sure the lens captures the street scene in front of me.  I pull out of the driveway, keeping an eye on the road. I cruise down the street, the camera capturing the passing scenery. I keep my gaze sharp, scanning the sidewalks and storefronts for potential leads. I occasionally tap the b...

So the plan to film this weekend didn't work out. After filming last last week, my group planned to film during the week and weekend. After discussing with my group we decided that film the school wasn't going to work out. David, was at Latinos in Action, catching up with APUSH work, and working out. Teo was busy with SAT tutoring and doing homework. I was busy with homework, staying after school for clubs, and was volunteering. When it came to Thursday we checked in with each to see if we were free free and everyone said yes. When Friday came around I let my group know that I wasn't volunteering this weekend, and that we can film either Saturday or Sunday. David told me that Saturday works for him. Teo said he was hanging out with his friends. So we said Sunday was the best idea. During this time my grandparents were painting the tv room, which made them move the stuff in there to the living room, which is where we film. On Friday I mentioned that and I'll let them kno...

Well... back to no filming. This entire week we didn't film. On Monday, everyone was busy with homework. My grandparents also moved the furniture in the house because they were going to paint the tv room. So I helped them moved the couch and the other stuff that needed to be moved . On Tuesday, I was busy with homework. On Wednesday, I was out volunteering with my friends. Some days my friends and I volunteer at the University of Miami during their basketball games. After school my friend's dad picked me up from school and then picked up the rest of the group... including his daughter. We drove to Miami from Fort Lauderdale. When we got to the University my friends and I folding up pizza, popping popcorn, heating up the pizzas, and doing the pretzels. I was there from 4pm to 9pm. After working, my friend's dad dropped us off home. When I was home I worked on my homework until 2am. On Thursday, I was really busy. I edited the film a little bit. I obviously didn't finish....

Once my group finished filming. I imported the clips I took on my phone and I started to import them into my editing program, which is Adobe Premiere Pro. I've been using Adobe Premiere Pro for about 3 years now years now. Before I started editing what we had got, I organized everything by 5 different categories... videos, sound/music, green screen videos, sound effects, and photos. I do this all the time because it helps me find things easier rather than everything being all of the place. Also, it's been this way ever since I got Premiere Pro. This is because when I first got the editing software I watched tutorials on how to use it and how people edited their YouTube videos. I then went through every video and decided which should be part of the first minute or two and what might be excluded. I then put the selected videos into the timeline and put those videos aligned in the order they needed to be. After that, I cut the videos to make the film flow better. After the clips o...

After more than 2 week of not being able to film, because of David saying that something urgent popped up so he couldn't film he the first time. Then Teo said he was too busy for the second time. We finally filmed. I made sure to get up at a reasonable time to eat, cleanup, and change a little. David was picking up Teo and they both were coming to my house to film. When they got here, we talked about the script and the lighting of the room we were using. We also talked about who was going to play the detective. So David made me and Teo say a line from the script to see who would best fit the role of detective and I got it. Teo also brought a suit with him to make sure the role of "detective" seemed real. I changed into  my outfit and we filmed a little in the house with two different lighting to test what we would use throughout the film. After that David started writing out the script while we watched some TV. After he finished, we began to set up the first scene, which ...

Well my group and I wasn't able to film at all. When me and my group came to class that week we talked about filming again. I think there was an early release day that week but we couldn't use it because we would be busy. In the end we wall agreed that Sunday would be our other filming day. On Monday, I was doing... as usual. I also watched the Grammys. Which are  awards presented by the Recording Academy of the United States to recognize outstanding achievements in the music industry. They are regarded by many as the most prestigious and significant awards in the music industry worldwide. On Tuesday, I didn't have that much homework. So I watched a movie and a TV show. On Wednesday, I did homework again. During my study hall class I went to best buddies. Best Buddies is a club at my school that consists of volunteers that create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. On Thursday, I did homework. On Friday, I did nothing. I just watched m...

At the end of January, my group talked about filming. I told them that I would most likely be able to start filming the except of the days that I volunteer. Which is on Saturday and one Sunday. Then my group agreed to film from that weekend. This allows us to film for a little more than a month and to re-shot any scenes if we need to. When I went home I started to plan out my week to see if I was even able to film for this weekend. I started doing homework and ate some food. I then my group decided it was best to film around around 10am - 1pm. However people can have things that come up. Through the week my group were talking about what places we can film, who is the protagonist and antagonist, and what we would wear. Then on the 1st of February, my group texted either about filming on Sunday. I knew I could, but David and Teo weren’t sure. So we talked about the time we would try to start film. That morning I woke up early and saw David sent a message about filming at 11am. I said tha...

Scene 1: Establishing shot of the street with the name of the studio in the skyline Scene 2: Shot of missing posters and the name of production company is shown on one of the missing posters Scene 3: Shot of sidewalk then reporter comes in frame walking and actors names are being displayed Scene 4: Reporter enters a building, which is their job. Medium long shot is used and film name appears on wall as person walks by Scene 5: Reporter walks into job saying "hi" to co-workers. Music and edited by appear on screen Scene 6: Reporter walks to his office/cubicle and sets himself up. Steady zoom in and the title, directed by, displays on wall Scene 7: Insert/shot of reporter opening file on missing persons/people/friend group Scene 8: The boss starts asking about how the case is going. Involves a two shot, over the shoulder shot, and a medium close up Scene 9: Reporter then tells the boss about how close he is with the case. Has a medium close up and a steady zoom in Scene 10: Tim...

Location: At a city like downtown Fort Lauderdale or somewhere were they are shops, greenery, and not busy to a semi-busy area. But most likely multiple locations that are at range between everyone who is participating. Participants: The people participating in this project are myself (Corvelest), Teo, and David. Although we have not discussed our specific roles, we agreed that Teo would be the protagonists/good person or middle grounded and me or David would be the antagonists/bad person. All of us are some what main characters. Schedule: After discussing our schedules, we concluded that next weekend and days that we 3 days weekends and early release would be the best time to start filming. The fact that we have 3 day weekends and early releases and no one is doing anything major helps. We also, decided that it would be a good idea to start filming during evening time like 5pm to 8pm for a darker kind of feel. Costumes: The costumes will vary between my group mates depending on the...

  Common CAMS in your genre - high and low angles, zoom, establishing shot, long shot, medium shot, medium close up, close up, extreme close up, two shot, and over the shoulder shot. Common Sound in your genre - diegetic, non-diegetic, sound bridge, dialogue, voice over, and ambient sound. Common Mis-En-Scene (CLAMPS) in your genre - costumes, lighting, acting, makeup, props, and set. Common Editing in your genre - cross cutting, jump cut, insert, eyeline match, action match, and shot-reverse shot. Example films of your genre - Saltburn, Talk to Me, Don't Worry Darling, Scream 6, Old, and The Menu. What elements of the genre that you like? - suspense, jump scares, and plot twists. What elements of the genre do not appeal to you? - gore/blood.

  Common CAMS in your genre - high and low angles, pan, tracking shot, zoom, establishing shot, long shot, medium shot, medium close up, close up, extreme close up, two shot, point of view shot, and over the shoulder shot. Common Sound in your genre - diegetic, non-diegetic, sound bridge, dialogue, voice over, and ambient sound. Common Mis-En-Scene (CLAMPS) in your genre - costumes, lighting, acting, makeup, props, and set. Common Editing in your genre - cross cutting, jump cut, insert, eyeline match, action match, and shot-reverse shot. Example films of your genre - Saltburn, Talk to Me, Don't Worry Darling, Scream 6, Old, and The Menu. What elements of the genre that you like? - suspense, jump scares, and plot twists. What elements of the genre do not appeal to you? - gore/blood.

  Common CAMS in your genre - high and low angles, pan, tracking shot, zoom, establishing shot, long shot, medium shot, medium close up, close up, extreme close up, two shot, and over the shoulder shot. Common Sound in your genre - diegetic, non-diegetic, sound bridge, dialogue, voice over, and ambient sound. Common Mis-En-Scene (CLAMPS) in your genre - costumes, lighting, acting, makeup, props, and set. Common Editing in your genre - cross cutting, jump cut, insert, eyeline match, action match, and shot-reverse shot. Example films of your genre - Saltburn, Talk to Me, Don't Worry Darling, Scream 6, Old, and The Menu. What elements of the genre that you like? - suspense, jump scares, and plot twists. What elements of the genre do not appeal to you? - gore/blood.

Common CAMS in your genre - high and low angles, pan, tracking shot, zoom, establishing shot, long shot, medium shot, medium close up, close up, extreme close up, two shot, and over the shoulder shot. Common Sound in your genre - diegetic, non-diegetic, sound bridge, dialogue, voice over, and ambient sound. Common Mis-En-Scene (CLAMPS) in your genre - costumes, lighting, acting, makeup, props, and set. Common Editing in your genre - cross cutting, jump cut, insert, eyeline match, action match, and shot-reverse shot. Example films of your genre - Saltburn, Talk to Me, Don't Worry Darling, Scream 6, Old, and The Menu. What elements of the genre that you like? - suspense, jump scares, and plot twists. What elements of the genre do not appeal to you? - gore/blood.

My takeaway from this video is that it serves as a practical guide that not only imparts information but also inspires creativity and innovation in the filmmaking process. Some information I gathered while watching this video was Guidance on how to work within budget constraints, optimize resources, and make the most of available equipment. Also, creating a compelling plot, developing interesting characters, and structuring the narrative effectively within the constraints of a short film... like the budget, how many people are on set, the setting you have, and filming equipment. L et theme guide your story figure out what your theme is and that's gonna dictate what comes next and how your characters act. Before you roll a single frame you need to understand your tone and lock into that completely every camera angle lens choice lighting choice your location wardrobe should all feed into that tone if you don't and your tone is jumping aro...

Part 1: My takeaway from this video is that both films are  influential works in the science fiction genre, with "La Jetée" serving as the inspiration for "12 Monkeys." Watching the video that compares the two can provide valuable insights and takeaways for filmmakers out there even if you just started. From the narrative structure Both films explore non-linear narrative structures, with "La Jetée" famously relying on a series of still images. Observing how "12 Monkeys" adapts and expands upon this structure can offer insights into creative storytelling methods for short films. Both films delve into themes of time travel, memory, and the impact of human actions on the future. Filmmakers can explore how these profound themes are presented and developed in short film formats. Analyzing the cinematography, set design, and costume choices, can inspire filmmakers to make these decisions in their own projects. The visual tone significantly contributes ...