archie a level media coursework

  1) Research the   BBFC  in more detail: what is the institution responsible for? How is it funded? What link does it have to government? This   history of the BBFC page   may help. The BBFC is responsible for classifying films and video works to ensure they are suitable for audiences. It is funded through fees charged for the classification of films and videos, The BBFC operates independently but has to clarify with the government  2) Read this  BBFC guide to how films are rated . Summarise the process in 50 words. The BBFC rating process begins when distributors submit films for classification. Trained examiners watch the film, considering elements like language, violence, and sexual content and taste, based  on established guidelines they assign a classification to ensure the film is appropriate for its intended audience. 3) Read this  BBFC section on landmark decisions . Why did The Dark Knight generate a large amount of media coverage r...

  Background reading and production research 1) What is the story behind the production of the film? A 1980s based film where a pakistani boys love for Bruce Springsteen is conflicted with his family  2) What was the audience reaction to the film? The audiences reaction was positive as many people could relate to it and also coming from the same director as bend it like beckham  3) Why is the Sundance Film Festival such an important part of the film industry - particularly for lower budget films?  Sundance plays a crucial role in promoting independent cinema and supporting filmmakers who might struggle with a platform somewhere else  Funding and industry contexts 1) What was the budget for  Blinded By The Light  and which companies contributed to the production budget? 15 million budget and contributed by bend it films, ingenious media and more   2) Research the  Bend It Networks website . What other films and projects has the company been in...

  Factsheet #132: British Film 1) Write a one-sentence definition of what makes a film British. British main character that was filmed in England  2) What is the difference between a Hollywood production context and production context of a British film? British film production tends to be varied but also idiosyncratic to the story being told in the film, Hollywood production context have high budgets and heavily reliant on celebrities both in the cast and crew  3) When did the James Bond franchise start? Around the 1960s 4) In terms of film censorship and graphic content, what began to change in British film in the 1970s and 1980s? The 1970s see a rise in British films of sexual content both the act of sex and sex linked with violence, the 1980s see a rise of video filmmaking was becoming more accessible and extreme content so the continual evolution of film censorship  5) What groups are often represented in British film? Give examples of films these groups feature ...

  Your final Film & TV Language index should include the following: 1)  Film poster analysis 2)  Mise-en-scene analysis blog tasks 3)  Mise-en-scene video recreation and learner response 4)  Lighting analysis blog tasks 5) Sound analysis blog task 6)  Sound: parallel and contrapuntal video feedback   learner response 7)  Cinematography analysis tasks 8)  Cinematography video feedback   and learner response 9)   Editing video task and learner response 10)  Editing blog task - 750 word analysis

  The editing in this clip switched throughout the scene using longer clips and straight cuts while it was peaceful with Jason trying to fill up his car. However, the scene soon switches to fast clips and jump cut to create the scene of a fight to the audience. The continuity edit at the start of him entering the gas station then switches to him filling up the car this gives the audience the idea that this is inside the gas station, this links to the mise en scene as we see the owner of the petrol garage wearing scruffy clothes and looking dirty. The tracking shots of Jason links with the editing as we watch his movements as he is just there to do one thing. The close ups of Jason and the man shows the tranquility of the situation and we expect nothing to happen. The straight cut link to the scene as it’s the most used and common edit suggesting everything is normal Next, we get a long shot of the car coming in from a long angle to suggest that they may cause a problem or they have...

  1) Type up your feedback/comments from your teacher. WWW: Fade in at start, clear typography, appropriate use of sound work, range of cinematography EBI: more detailed description, remove unnecessary titles, keep some clips on for longer, abrupt transitions and ending  2) Now reflect on your work and write your own summary of the comments and feedback you have received. Write  three  WWWs and  three  EBIs. WWW: good use of typography, variety of cinematography, appropriate sound  EBI: bad quality videos, use the same clips that are filmed on the day, better transitions  3) L earner response: think about what you  learned about cinematography  making the video and also watching others. What will you do differently when you start the coursework in the summer? What tips or tricks have you learned from others that you can use next time? Are there any specific aspects of camerawork that you need to revise or practice? From watching other pe...

  In this video I used a variety of camera shots and angles, I used zooms, pans, tilts, low angle shots, medium shots, close ups and long shots