Production Schedule

 Film Opening Project Schedule

     Long term projects are fairly daunting in terms of having so much to do and so much time to do it. Honestly, it leads to a lot of procrastination but with a good breakdown and work schedule for the project, the project looks a little less daunting.

Let's BBBreak it down now..

1. Initial Research
◦ Research, analyze, and discuss with my group film openings from my chosen genre.
◦ Analyze and discuss credit sequences from films within my chosen genre with group.

◦  research movie plot examples within my chosen genre.
◦ Research a media theory to integrate into our project.

2. Project Overview & Scheduling
◦ summarize my project idea and major inspirations with group.
◦ Create a project schedule convenient for group, including time for CCR production.
◦ Meet with group about overall project overview

3. Planning & Pre-Production
◦ Develop character for film

◦ Find and cast actors for film

◦ Generate a set location for filming

◦ Develop mise-en-scène elements in film (costume, set, props, lighting, etc.).
◦ Plan/develop use of audio in film (dialogue, sound effects, music).
◦ Generate a storyboard

◦ Generate a script

4. Production
◦ Create a production company logo.
◦ Film scenes
◦ record Foley audio

5. Post-Production

◦ record voice overs over damaged/poor audio
◦ Edit clips together

◦ add title and credits
◦ Add after effects if needed

◦ re-record anything if needed.

6. Critical Creative Reflection (CCR)
◦ Research CCR production ideas.
◦ create CCR
◦ Edit CCR

SO! LOTS TO GET DONE! But that doesn't mean we can't do it! With proper spacing of project completion, the load will lighten up on me and my partner's little backs. Also, we're starting on week 2 because TECHNICALLY the project has already started. 

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• Research, analyze, and discuss with my group film openings from my chosen genre.
• Analyze and discuss credit sequences from films within my chosen genre with group.
• research movie plot examples within my chosen genre.
• summarize my project idea and major inspirations with group.
• Create a project schedule convenient for group, including time for CCR production.

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Week Three (2/2-2/8)

• Meet with group about overall project overview
• Research a media theory to integrate into our project.
• Generate a storyboard
• Generate a script

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Week Four (2/9-2/15)

• Develop character for film
•  Find and cast actors for film
• Generate a set location for filming

• Develop mise-en-scène elements in film (costume, set, props, lighting, etc.)
• Plan/develop use of audio in film (dialogue, sound effects, music).

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Week Five (2/16-2/22)

• Create a production company logo.
• Film scenes
• record Foley audio

Week Six (2/23-3/1)

• record voice overs over damaged/poor audio
• Edit clips together
• add title and credits
• Add after effects if needed
• re-record anything if needed.

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Week Seven (3/2-3/8)

•  Research CCR production ideas.
• create CCR
• Edit CCR

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Week Eight (3/9-3/17)

• Buffer week

• Finalize everything, make sure everything's done

• Post with links to CCR’s and film opening

!Final post with project links due by 3/17/26!

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If we stick to this plan and also with the grace week we gave ourselves, we can complete this project with few bumps in the road. Very excited to start!!!

xoxo Andre :)

Portfolio Project Genre #2

 Horror

Another genre I am considering for my portfolio project is Horror. Horror films are designed to provoke fear, tension, and unease in the audience. Unlike genres that rely heavily on action or special effects, horror often focuses on atmosphere, suspense, and psychological impact. This makes it a particularly effective genre for a short film opening, as it can create a strong impression with limited resources.

Target Audience:

- Teenagers

- Young Adults

- Thriller enjoyers

Horror is particularly popular around Younger audiences because it allows them to experience fear in a controlled environment. Horror film producers use this boy marketing horror films directly to teens and young adults through social media and trailers.

Genre Conventions with Content:

Horror content conventions often focus on danger, mystery, and the unknown. Stories frequently involve isolated settings which increase the sense of vulnerability. Horror openings typically avoid revealing too much, instead introducing a threat gradually to build suspense. Common themes include fear of the unknown, isolation, and survival. By withholding information and creating unanswered questions, horror films encourage audiences to stay engaged and anticipate what will happen next.

Genre Conventions with Techniques:

The horror genre relies heavily on technical elements rather than complex visuals. Lighting is often low-key to create shadows and obscure details, which adds to the feeling of unease. Camera work commonly includes close-ups to capture fear or discomfort, as well as slow movements that build tension. Editing is usually slower than in action genres, allowing suspense to develop naturally. Sound design is one of the most important techniques in horror, using silence, ambient noise, or sudden sounds to shock or unsettle the audience. 

Institutional Conventions:

Horror films are marketed using dark color palettes, minimalistic designs, and disturbing imagery. Posters and trailers often suggest fear rather than showing it directly, relying on mystery to attract audiences. The narrative image usually presents characters as vulnerable and ordinary, making the threat feel more realistic and frightening. Horror films are often produced on lower budgets than other genres, which demonstrates that strong storytelling and atmosphere can be more important than expensive effects.

Popular Horror production Examples:

- Scream

- Blair Witch Project

Portfolio Project Genre #1

Adventure

One possible genre i'm considering for my portfolio project is Adventure. Adventure films are typically exciting fast-paced and focused on characters going on journeys, quests, or any type of missions This genre expects creativity in story telling to create an exciting journey for the Main Characters while still being understandable and engaging for a wide audience.

Target Audience:

Usually the typical target audience for Adventure films are...

- Teenagers

- Young Adults

- Sometimes Families

- People who enjoy escapism

Viewers of the Genre enjoy being taken to new places or situations that are different from everyday life  but usually, the Adventure genere is enjoyed equally throughout all age groups and genders (18-35)

Genre Conventions with Content:

Adventure films usually follow a clear narrative structure that focuses on a journey or quest. The story often centers on a protagonist who is given a mission or goal, such as finding a lost object, escaping danger, or discovering a new world. Along the way, the character faces obstacles that test their courage, intelligence, or loyalty. Themes commonly explored in adventure films include bravery, togetherness, survival, and self-discovery. In film openings, adventure narratives often establish the main character and hint at the larger journey ahead, creating intrigue and excitement for the audience.

Genre Conventions with Techniques

Adventure films rely on cinematic techniques that emphasize scale and movement. Camera work often includes wide shots to establish locations and show the new fun and exciting environment the characters are exploring. Editing tends to be faster paced to maintain excitement particularly during action sequences. Music also plays an important role in setting the tone, often using dramatic or uplifting music to highlight moments of danger or triumph. Music can also play a big role in depicting a new location, as more intense music can depict the transition between the regular world vs. this new world characters are exploring.

Institutional Conventions:

Adventure films are marketed as exciting, high-energy experiences. Posters and trailers usually focus on action, exotic locations, or dramatic moments to attract audiences. The narrative image often presents the protagonist as heroic or determined, reinforcing the idea of a journey or mission. Adventure films are commonly produced by large studios because they often require higher budgets for locations, props, and action sequences, which influences how the genre is presented to audiences.

Popular examples of Adventure Films:

- Jumanji

- Journey to the Center of the Earth