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Cinematography Task - Learner response

 Cinematography video feedback/learner response



WWW:


  • Clear written description, with some explanations – highlighting media terminology; 
  • Excellent idea to include a voiceover; • Effective use of on-screen titles – positioned well – to label shots; 
  • Great opening close-up shot and movement downwards; 
  • Accomplished continuity editing – economical story-telling; 
  • Very effective use of music – appropriate for the narrative; 
  • Some superb cinematography and editing throughout! 
EBI:


  • The opening ‘pan’ is actually a downward ‘tilt’; • Avoid two similar shots in succession (e.g. the close-ups of the phone); 
  • The 180-degree rule is broken when the protagonist goes through the door; 
  • Attention to detail – camera operator can be seen indoor reflection; 
  • Missed opportunities to include zoom in/out; 
  • The ‘tracking shot’ at the end is actually a ‘pan’; 
  • 'The End’ title would have been better as a film title as it’s like a trailer. 

I asked Nadima, whilst in the lesson, to give me feedback on my task. She said that she liked the voice-over along with the music that I included in the background. 



My Self-Evaluation:


WWW: 

  • I successfully completed what was assigned to me. 
  • I used sound effects to further convey the emotions that the protagonist is feeling 
  • I showed skills in terms of editing 

EBI:

  • I needed to label all of the shots
  • Ensure that I am labelling the correct shot name
  • Avoid similar shots


This task allowed me to experiment with different shots and angles. It also allowed me to get more experience when editing a short film/clip. When incomes to completing coursework in the summer, I will pay attention to minor things so that my whole project is perfect. I will also use a range of camera shots that I did not use in this task, such as the crane shot etc. 


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