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Problems whilst filming

During our 5 hour filming session at Pirate studios, we had a couple of issues whilst trying to film. although the lighting provided was unique and interesting, its distribution was limited leaving some parts of the studio noticeably darker than others. for example the our drummer wasn't exposed to as much light as the signer and guitarist. to tackle this issue we all brought a multitude of different torches and lamps to try and neutralist the issue. it some aspects it worked but when watching or video back it still had room for improvement. However the grey scale effect that runs throughout our video helps to mask the lighting issue making it almost unnoticeable. Further more, whilst filming within close proximity of the drummer, we experienced a problem with the camera shaking for the vibrations of the drumming. To counteract this, each of us would alternate in cupping the cameras sides to hold it steady whilst we filmed. This method worked ultimately giving us a number of good shots that are being used in our final draft. Finally, due to the size of the room, we were limited for space and whilst filming. We had to be cautious about any of our equipment and belongings getting in the frames which proved to be a pain as it sometimes would limit the types of angles shots we wanted. to conclude, our filming session was a great success and the issue we encountered were minor and manageable not majorly disrupting the music video's process.

Filming Day Reflection - 12th of November

After completing a 5 hour session of filming at Pirate Studios, we are reflecting on how it went. We were able to complete all the shots planned out on our storyboard and these matched almost exactly with what we shot. The storyboard was really helpful as it helped us to film everything quickly as we weren't thinking of what shot to do next as it was already planned. On top of this, we were able to complete extra shots that we felt would look good in the video. Prior to going to film, we made sure the guitarist knew the song well and how to play it so this wouldn't waste time when filming, and he did which was really helpful. Our drummer also did this, and picked the beat up instantly and he stood out really well in our band. The lead singer also knew all the words so this didn't hinder the band and we were able to play the full song from multiple angles and then put the best bits together form the variety of camera angles we used. One problem we faced was the timing, we left 30 minutes to film the narrative studio scenes when in reality we needed around an hour. However, we managed to complete all the different possible endings for our video and they turned out well so this wasn't a problem.We are having to go back and film on the 17th of November again however, to film close ups on the lead singer again as we noticed the guitar was in the background of these shots. Which then took the attention away from our lead singer which isn't wanted. We feel these are really needed to give the video variety in camera angles, and we feel they would look really good towards the end of the song. To conclude, our filming session was a great success, we got some really good shots where the band were really passionate which we feel is vital for our music video to succeed as it is in the punk genre.

We have a problem.

Due to changing the file names of our videos after editing the videos with their original file names, Adobe Premiere Pro isn't locating the files we have edited together on the software. This is because it is looking for the original file name and therefore can't locate them. We are hoping to solve this problem by retrieving the video files that have all the original file names. This has delayed our editing process, however if all goes to plan, we should get back what we edited together.

Re- Shooting: Close Ups Of Lead Singer

We have noticed that some of the close up shots of the lead singer have the guitarist in the background, and we find that this takes some of the focus away from the singer so we will go back to the studio and re shoot some close ups of the lead singer, without the guitarist in frame as we feel that the shots would then look better.

To- Do List:

Based on our feedback from the teachers, we have to film other scenes to give the music video a twist that will hopefully have the audience on the edge of their seats. We have been told that the music video so far was not thrilling enough and was very predictable, so as stated on the previous posts, we have had a brainstorm of ideas for how the music video could pan out and we will aim to film the best ideas and then choose the idea that is best suited to our music video to give it an exciting twist.


What do we have left to do?

• Film the performance part of the music video, with the band. ( Saturday 12th November)
• Film different endings to the music video (Saturday 12th November)
• Film flashback scenes (Sunday 13th November)
• Re- shoot some narrative scenes (Sunday 13th November)
• Edit the music video together (Monday 14th - Friday 18th November)

Filming Update

All the band shots should be completed this Saturday as the group are going to Pirate Studios for a 5 hour session to get these done. In that time also, a few narrative scenes will also be filmed. We are then going to be filming on the Sunday also, all day if needed to re film scenes and film the ones we were unable to complete. If all goes to plan,  all filming should be done by Sunday night. Which leaves us with a week to edit the music video,  as well as some remaining time to re film areas again if needed.

The Plan

After discussing thoroughly with our media teachers on advice for our music video, we have decided on the narrative for our music video Remain with the initial idea and emphasise the intensity with more shots, faster cuts and changes to editing. We will re-film shots which are necessary to have less white space and tighter framing. The video will involve a mysterious killer, who out of vengeance, hunts down the man that killed his brother when he was a young boy. The Hunter tracks him down and stalks him like prey through the woods. We would reveal “The Hunter” as a younger child in the middle of the video as a flashback scene. This will be apparent though a pause in the middle of the video, where the soundtrack changes to a disturbing beep taken from Time to Dance by The Shoes. The flashback will reveal The Hunter's motive and how it turned a troubled teen into an angry killer.

 

We have then been instructed to film different possible endings and see which one fits best:

1. We would have a loop connecting the start and the end together (the start is the end with a slight change). The Hunter will come into the studio at the end, take off his mask and then as he is walking up to the mic, the video would cut and a black screen would be shown. Matching similar shots shown at the beginning of the video.
    
2. Another ending idea would be at the end after “The Hunter” has just killed the victim, a face reveal would be shown showing the mysterious person taking off his mask, to actually reveal that it is the victim. Which would indicate that he is killing himself.
    
    
3. Another idea is that towards the end of the video, The Hunter (lead singer) appears at the studio door where the band are waiting to record; the band (Drummer and Guitarist) look up and are shown to be shocked/surprised, and the scene cuts to black.
    
4. Another variation is that all members (lead singer, guitarist and drummer) are there about to start recording, but then The Hunter walks through the door, and all band members look up, and it is shown that the “The Hunter" takes off his mask and he is actually the same person as the lead singer. The scene would then cut to black.

We have to change our narrative.

Our music video's narrative was an idea we had from the start of this project. It involved a mysterious killer who out of vengeance hunts down the man that killed his brother when he was a young boy. The Hunter tracks him down and stalks him like prey through the woods. We would reveal the Hunter as a younger child in the middle of the video as a flashback (this will be apparent though a pause in the middle of the video where the soundtrack changes to a haunting sound taken from the music video of Time to Dance by The Shoes) - The flashback will reveal The Hunter's motive and how it turned a troubled teen into a angry killer. At the end of the video we would reveal the face of the hunter, being the young boy and the lead singer of our band. 

After getting back our feedback, we were told that changes needed to be made to this narrative. We have been told that our video's narrative is to typical and predictable and that it must be more intense, unique and out of the ordinary so it will stand out. We were then show this video to take as inspiration: 

From here, we have discussed a number of ideas that we could implement to change our video:

1. Remain with the initial idea and emphasise the intensity with more shots,faster cuts and changes to editing. We will re-film shots which are necessary to have less white space and tighter framing. 

2. We would take inspiration from the likes of Groundhog Day and Edge of Tomorrow and have the Hunter repeat this day over and over again, killing the same victim, progressively getting more and more tired of the repeated day, until one day (at the end of the video) he decides not to kill and he is knocked out from behind. 

3. Another idea was to have two killers. Both assigned with killing the same victim. We would then have both killers stalk the victim until the end where they meet and stand-off against each other. 

4. The Hunter as a kid is then shown at the end of the video, in the background of the shot, watching the older version of himself  killing the person that killed his brother. Face reveal at the end which shows it is actually the kid when he is older. 

5. Another ending idea would be at the face reveal it shows that the hunter is actually the victim and he is killing himself. 

6. Another idea is that towards the end of the video, The Hunter appears at the studio door where the band are recording; the band look shocked/surprised, and the scene cuts to black.

6A. To lead on from this idea we could have The Hunter massacre the band 

6B .Dump the victims body into the studio and then leaves.

6C. The Hunter kills himself after entering the studio.

6D. A shot is shown early on in the video showing The Hunter walking out a room which shows he killed a previous band member (mise en scene = guitar, drumsticks to show he was in the band) and then at the end the hunter turns up at the studio and kills the band. 

6E. We would have a loop connecting the start and the end (the start is the end). The Hunter will come into the studio at the end and take his mask off,walk up to the mic, matching the same shot that reveals the singer at the beginning of the video. 

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Change of Filming Location

After careful consideration, we have decided to switch the location of our performance shots. We were previously set on filming at Yellow Bean Studio, however, we were unable to book any dates in time for the video deadline (No bookings available till after Christmas).

We have now found a new studio called Pirate Studio who are a brand new facility with plenty of times available. They also have far cheaper rates than yellow bean and provide the majority of equipment that we need in the video, including a drum kit, amps, microphones and more. All for almost £40 less than Yellow Bean.

We have planned to film on the 12th of November.

Photo Shoot

Here are the best images taken from our photo shoot. It was a good success as it was planned well in terms of the types of poses, framing and clothing required for the photos to look good. The quality of the pictures are excellent, and that is down to setting up the correct equipment properly, getting the lighting right and using a high quality camera.

In terms of the styling, we looked to Slaves for inspiration. They are shown to wear casual clothing which is the intention we went for in one set of clothing. But then they also liked to look punk which was why we decided to have a punk artist on the lead singers top and we all wore black. The glasses are also symbolic of Slaves, and we were able to borrow similar glasses to them off a classmate which was really helpful. We felt this would give the photo the edge needed to make the band look more punk and different. Hair styles were also changed so that artists suited the genre better.