Preliminary Continuity Task Film and Analysis

In our continuity film we used the 180 degree rule, Match On Action,Over the shoulder shots and Shot reverse shot. These were all effective within our film because we followed the brief for the task exactly. The 180 degree rule made the film look more professional and didn't confuse the audience. The match on action was useful in showing the door opening, it was effective. Several over the shoulder shots were used in the conversation to give the audience a bit of the character's perspective.  We also used the shot reverse shot for Solay's reaction to Jack rummaging through his bag, this created a dramatic moment and was also useful and effective.
We worked well as a team even though one of our members was ill often. With me as the camera man, Solay and Jack were the actors and Sorrel had input on where the shots should be taken and an overview. We worked well as a team and listened to each other, had fun and made the film.


Equipment wise, we used a camera,tripod,dolly and then editing software on a computer.


We encountered the problem of crossing the 180 degree line several times so we re-shot the film. Another minor problem was because we shot on different days, Solay and Jack were wearing different clothes. This problem couldn't be dealt with as such, we tried to make it as least obvious as possible.


We used a close up of the door handle and Solay's hand at the beginning, using match on action the next show was on the other side of the door as he opened it ( long shot). Next there was a close up of Solay's face which captured his emotions and shock in what was happening. It then cut to Jack rummaging through Solay's bag which set the narrative. The next shot(Another close up) was the last piece of the shot reverse shot which brings shock to the audience. It then pans across as Solay sits down and has the conversation with Jack about his bag. This then has several over the shoulder shots that give the audience a perspective of the character. Then the last two shots are POV shots from both of the characters as Jack jumps up in anger. This gives the audience an idea of the fear that Solay is feeling.
All in all it was successful in meeting the brief.