How to answer Q1 & Q2 - OCR Media Studies AS Level

How to answer Q1

How to answer Q2

The Importance of sound

Though we might think of film as an essentially visual experience, we really cannot afford to underestimate the importance of film sound. A meaningful sound track is often as complicated as the image on the screen. The entire sound track is comprised of five essential ingredients: 

• Music
• Atmospheric sound
• Dialogue
• Sound effects
• Foley

These five tracks must be mixed and balanced so as to produce the necessary emphases which in turn create desired effects. 

G - Media Studies - Sound

Pre, Pro & Post

Script to Scream is an eight part series following the UK creative team behind Bloody Cuts as they produce their upcoming film, The Outer Darkness. Four of these episodes can be watched below. Producers and Directors Ben Franklin and Anthony Melton along with screenwriter Joel Morgan and Director of Photography Jonny Franklin provide incredibly detailed access to the team's inner workings and approach to film-making as each episode focuses on a different aspect of pre-production, production and post-production.

Episode 1
In this episode, the team begins pre-production; including location scouting, the writing process and setting the timeline of work ahead of them to create The Outer Darkness.

Episode 2

As the team prepares for principal photography, meticulous planning becomes an essential part of coordinating all of the moving parts and 3rd parties contributing to the short film. Also, The Outer Darkness characters are starting to move from concept to reality as the team gets its first look at some of the evil creations from Special FX designer, James Greenwood.

Episode 3

The Outer Darkness team finally realizes the results of their meticulous planning and principal shooting begins. We also get our first look at the cast and learn how the team motivates them to give the best performances possible.

Episode 4

In episode 4 of Script to Scream the team discovers that unique locations prove to be challenging but worth the effort as the team finishes principal photography and the cast and crew work extremely hard to ensure that before editing begins everything that will be needed for the film is accomplished.

The Outer Darkness

The Outer Darkness is Part 1 of a terrifying new web series from the creators of popular horror show Bloody Cuts.

“On Friday evenings in Lynnsmouth Community Centre, meets a group led by Father Jonathan Crowe. Together they share their stories – tales of strange occurrences, horrific events and bizarre encounters that have scarred their lives. Tonight, a young tormented woman called Jenny will share a story of her experience with a game of chance that sealed the fate of her family…”

Also from Bloody Cuts

Set on one fateful night, six friends gather for their monthly 'games night'... and accidentally unleash a demonic force that might tear them - and their friendships - to pieces. 

'Don't Move' is the 8th slice in Bloody Cuts' anthology of short horror films, made by a young team of UK film-makers on low budgets. Directed by Anthony Melton and written by David Scullion it stars Rachel Bright and Jake Hendriks alongside Kate Braithwaite, Beth Cooper, Ian Whyte, Calvin Dean and Martin Skipper.

To learn more about The Outer Darkness visit http://www.theouterdarkness.co.uk/

To view previous work from the team visit http://www.bloodycuts.co.uk/

Making Film Opening Sequences - BFI Media Studies Trip Nov 2015

Below is a link to the blog created by Tim Woodcock, presenter of the 'Making Film Opening Sequences' workshop Yr 12 & 13 students attended on Thursday 19th November.

On the blog are the presentations and resources used on the day. I have also included links to Corin Hardy Director of The Hallow who came to talk to the assembled students in the afternoon about his latest realease and his route in to film.

http://titledesignproject.blogspot.co.uk/

http://www.corinhardy.com/

The Hallow 2015 - Corin Hardy

Introduction to Foley and Sound Effects for Film

Very little of what you hear in the movies is real - in this lesson we take a look at the art of Foley, how to classify it, the history of the man who started it all and take a crack at doing our own Foley work.

BFI Film Academy 2015 at Film Oxford

We are looking for committed, talented young people between the age of 16 and 19 to be a part of the BFI Film Academy 2015/16 Network Programme delivered by Film Oxford.

Are you 16-19? Passionate about film? Want a career in the film industry? If so, the BFI Film Academy is for you. This course offers you the chance to be part of our future film industry.

As a student of the Film Academy:

• You will get hands-on filmmaking experience with industry standard equipment which will help you to develop practical knowledge and skills.
• You can explore your own creativity and passions in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• You will gain invaluable experience working alongside industry professionals who are respected practitioners in their field.
• You will watch a range of cinema from British Independent to specialised films and develop critiquing skills.
• You will visit a leading film studio and school to see the industry in action.

You will also have the opportunity to complete a Silver Arts Award qualification on the course.

What is Arts Award? - Arts Award Arts Award inspires young people to grow their arts and leadership talents Read more...

The Arts Award is a recognised qualification amongst employers, colleges and universities.

Once you have completed the Network course, you will become part the growing BFI Film Academy alumni network with access to events such as BAFTA career talks.

The cost to participate in the BFI Film Academy is £25. If you will struggle to pay the course fee, don’t be put off as you will be able to indicate this once you are accepted on the course and this fee can be waived. Bursaries will also be made available if you require assistance with travel, child care or other costs. For more information about who can apply for bursaries follow the link at the bottom of the page.

The course will run over 10 days throughout October and November 2015, spread over weekends and the half term. It is important that you are able to attend each session, download the course dates HERE. 

Take a look at some of the great short films made by previous participants at the BFI Film Academy on YouTube by clicking HERE

Location: Film Oxford, 54 Catherine Street, Oxford, OX4 3AH

Eligibility: You need to be between the ages of 16 and 19 on the first day of the Academy programme (17th October 2015). You must be a UK resident and able to commit to the programme for its duration.

Any Questions?

Call Gary Shenton on 01865 792731 or email: production@filmoxford.org

Interested?

Click on the link below to download an application form, fill it in and post it back to:

BFI Film Academy,

Film Oxford,

54 Catherine Street,

Oxford,

OX4 3AH

or email it to

production@filmoxford.org

We will then contact you to talk about your application.

Deadline for applications is Thursday 8^th October 2015

Successful applicants will be notified by Saturday 10^th October.

We are looking for enthusiasm, determination, a genuine interest in film and a willingness to learn.

Click on the links below and scroll down to download the forms.

APPLICATION FORM (Word)

APPLICATION FORM (PDF)

BURSARY INFORMATION (PDF)

BFI London Film Festival 2015

www.bfi.org.uk

AS Foundation Portfolio Candidates 2015

Dear Moderator,




Please find below a full list of AS Foundation Portfolio candidates.

1. Jordan Bunning 0250 - http://jordanjbunningmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
2. Emma De La Querra 0272 - http://emmadlqmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
3. Megan East 0276 - http://megeastmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
4. Seska Ford 0680 - http://seskamedia.blogspot.co.uk/
5. Danielle Garden 4172 - http://daniellegardenmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
6. Charlie Hawkins 4173 - http://charliemediaas.blogspot.co.uk/
7. Brooke Keen 0308 - http://brookekeenmediastudies.blogspot.co.uk/
8. Royann Lapham 4175 - http://royannmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
9. Jake Marshall 0322 - http://jakemarshallmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
10. Amber Mobbs 0331 - http://ambermobbsmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
11. George Moore 4177 - http://georgemooremedia.blogspot.co.uk/
12. Joel Pickard 0346 - http://joelpickardmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
13. Alistair Rice 0355 - http://alistairmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
14.  Jessica Richards 0356 - http://jessrichardsmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
15. Leah Rolfe 0360 - http://leahrolfe.blogspot.co.uk/
16. Joe Sandford 0363 - http://joesandfordmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
17. Amy Simpson 0370 - http://amysimpsonmediastudies.blogspot.co.uk/
18. Beth Simpson 0371 - http://bethsimpsonmediastudies.blogspot.co.uk/
19. Xav Sinden 3190 - http://xavsindenmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
20. George Young 0403 - http://georgekdyoungmedia.blogspot.co.uk/

AS Evaluation

L - Media Studies - Evaluation by abuc2983 on Scribd

AS Foundation Portfolio Candidates 2014

Dear Moderator,

Please find below a list of AS Media studies Students and links to their individual blogs.

1. 0507 Katie Bannock - http://katiebannock.blogspot.co.uk/
2. 9206 Aine Buller - http://ainebuller.blogspot.co.uk/
3. 9219 Abel Clarke - http://abelsmediastudies.blogspot.co.uk/ 
4. 9227 Millie Cox - http://milliecox.blogspot.co.uk/
5. 9238 Elliot Dias-Gunawardena - http://elliotdg1.blogspot.co.uk/
6. 0541 Toby Egden - http://tobyegdenmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
7. 9246 Tom Ewart - http://thomasewartsmediastudies.blogspot.co.uk/
8. 9272 Skarlet Hillier - http://skarlethilliermediablog.blogspot.co.uk/
9. 9279 Patrick Kinch - http://paddykinchsmediablog.blogspot.co.uk/
10. 9287 Jack Lucas - http://jacklucasmediablog.blogspot.co.uk/
11. 9294 Ben Millard-Green - http://benmillard-green1997.blogspot.co.uk/
12. 0230 Victor Nonyane - http://victornonyane.blogspot.co.uk/
13. 3014 Zoe Ridgeway - http://zoeridgwaymediastudies.blogspot.co.uk/
14. 9328 Tyana Rodney - http://tyanaalexmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
15. 9344 Megan Sulley - http://megansulleymedia.blogspot.co.uk/
16. 0648 Joel Urner - http://joelurner.blogspot.co.uk/

Evaluation Planning

    In preparation for your evaluations you need to put together a plan showing you understanding of each question and the outline of the content for each informed answer. You also need to list some ideas for the format of how you plan answer each question.

 Below are the questions I need to address in my evaluation. I will be explaining and clarifying each question in my own words plus start to think about which creative method I will use to answer each question.

• In what ways does your media product use, develop or challenge forms and conventions of real media products? 
• This question requires me to demonstrate my understanding of the conventions and techniques of film language and how I used these elements in my own production. I will need to talk about the research I carried out and what conclusions I made which effected my main task. There are a number of creative methods for answering this question:
• DVD Directors commentary
• Interview with the crew
• Film 2014 review

Copyright Free Music

Free Music Archive

Below is an excellent resource for sound track and ambient music. Browse the huge range of tracks available by genre and download instantly.

http://freemusicarchive.org/

Future Film Festival at the BFI

The BFI Future Film Festival returns with an exciting line-up of events and screenings, to help you develop your own unique pathway into the world of film.

Each day will have a different focus (fiction, animation and documentary) and you can expect in-depth masterclasses, hands on workshops, screenings of the best new films by young, emerging filmmakers and inspirational Q&As.

Whether you are looking for a kick-start to your film career or you just want to try your hand at something new, the BFI Future Film Festival is here to inspire you.

To find out more and to book an event visit - www.whatson.bfi.org.uk/futurefilmfestival

Media Magazine Conference 2013

David Buckingham giving his talk on media, marketing and Young people

Friday 13th December saw the Institute of education hold Media Magazines' annual media conference. the conference was attended by over 500 media students who had the opportunity to listen and talk to a range of media professionals attend engaging workshops and to network with other students.

To find out more about the event and about Media magazine please use the links below.

http://petesmediablog.blogspot.co.uk/
http://www.englishandmedia.co.uk/mm/index.html

Media Studies Production Planning

In the Media Studies folder on the shared drive you will find an Excel file called 'Media Studies Production Calendar 2013-14'. This calendar sets out the key parts of the production process and is a guide to when and how long you should be spending on the four areas of film production.

1. Production Research
2. Pre-Production
3. Production
4. Post-Production



Please open and save this file to your on document area and use it to track the progress of your own productions.

AS Foundation Production Candidates 2013

Dear Moderator,

Please find below a list of AS Media studies Students and links to their indivdual blogs.

1. David Allen - http://daveallen96.blogspot.co.uk/
2. Josh Bagnall - http://joshbagnall291.blogspot.co.uk/
3. Katie Bannock - http://katiebannock.blogspot.co.uk/
4. Ellie Bunce - http://elliebunce.blogspot.co.uk/
5. Lauren Carpenter - http://www.laurencarpenter1226.blogspot.co.uk/
6. Jess Dale - http://jessdalemedia.blogspot.co.uk/
7. Dionne Franklyn - http://dionnebethanyfranklyn.blogspot.co.uk/
8. Beth Hutson - http://bethanyhutson.blogspot.co.uk/
9. Andrew lush - http://andrewlushmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
10. Bryony mann - http://bryonymann.blogspot.co.uk/
11. Sam Parker - http://samparkermedia.blogspot.co.uk/
12. Camille Pierrart - http://camillepierrart.blogspot.co.uk/
13. Ben Pilston - http://benpilston95.blogspot.co.uk/
14. Dan Sweet - http://dansweetsmedia.blogspot.co.uk/
15. Alex Underwood - http://alexunderwoodtryingtocreateanewblog.blogspot.co.uk/
16. Bryony Ward - http://bryonysmedia.blogspot.co.uk/

Comparing the best & the worst

Below are two fight scenes from different productions. Comparing like scene of different quality highlights the technical and creative aspects of the scene and allows you to identify what makes a good scene more easily.

Watch the scenes below and identify how they and used the various criteria for film language to create scenes which although have simular content actually have very different results.

Pay attention to:

• Camera shot
• Camera movement
• Mise-en-scene
• Location
• Setting
• Framing
• Editing
• Character
• costume
• Props
• Dialogue
• Lighting
• Treatment