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Film Development
What is film development?
In the film industry, film development refers to the initial stages of working a story idea into a viable script. A producer decides on an idea for a script that can be original, based on a true story, or an adaptation. Producers are also routinely given unproduced spec scripts by associates and agents. Once a producer commits to a project, movie development begins and people are brought on board to help with this phase of the project. -
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If working with an original idea, the story is often carried out through a series of meetings and phone calls with writers or associates who will be involved in the project. A synopsis is written, then an outline, treatment, and script. If starting with a spec script, it is usually rewritten and reworked to the script idea. In all cases, producers like to get a director and talent attached to a project as soon as possible in order to attract financial backers and a studio. -
Fim Development- Treatment
A film treatment is a piece of text, typically the step between scene cards and the first draft of a screenplay for a motion picture, television program, or radio play. It is generally longer and more detailed than an outline, or one-page synopsis, and it may include details of directorial style that an outline states. Treatments read like a short story, except they are told in the present tense and describe events as they happen. -
Film Development- Film Package
Elements:Image- A light capture and recording device is used to produce various frames which are then combined to make a shot. The shots are combined to make a sequence.Time- The length/duration of the film. Diegetic time is the time that is the result of the story or narrative.
Elements:Motion- Motion pictures, whether video or film, give the illusion of motion by the movement of many still frames through a projector. Frame rates of motion pictures are 24 frames per second. That means that -
Film Development- Film Package
Sound- Sound is not essential to a motion picture however sound is so common in film that it is included as an essential element. Most films now include dialogue recorded on the sound stage, sound effects that are included during post production, music scores, narrations and voice overs.
Light- We do not record objects, people, buildings or anything at all - we record light. Image is what the mind does to the light once it is recorded. -
Film Development- Film Package
Sequence- After filming is complete, the editing process begins. The editor and director together will decide the length and order of the shots and piece them together to create a sequence. The sequence tells the story using the visual language of film, or film syntax. We have a specific way of viewing shots that makes the most sense to us as an audience. The most common way of ordering and arranging shots is called continuity editing. -
Film Development- Film Package
Composition-
Composition is the use of the visual elements and principles to create a frame that is aesthetically interesting, attention holding, and consistent with overall continuity. Composition is the placement of the shapes within the frame that enhance the film reality or "mise en scene". -
Film Development- 'Development Hell'
In media industry, "development hell" is a period during which a film or other project is "trapped" in development. A film, video game, television program, screenplay, computer program concept, or idea stranded in development hell takes an especially long time to start production, or never does.The film industry buys rights to many popular novels, video games, and comics, but it may take years for to be successfully brought to the cinema. -
Film Development- Investors
Molifilms -Molifilms is a UK based HMRC approved company. They produce around 4-6 new films each year, and are always looking for new investors. The company holds regular screenings which prospective investors are free to attend. Hanwood Holdings – US company currently seeking funding for ‘Katherine of Alexandria’. Formaosa Films – London based production company with several upcoming projects. Temple Heart Films – Specialise in movie investments -
Pre Production
In digital video, photography, television and film, pre-production refers to the tasks that must be completed or executed before filming or shooting begins. This includes tasks such as hiring actors or models, building sets, budgeting, planning, scheduling, renting equipment and tests, to name a few of the many pre-production tasks -
The Casting Process
There is a process when acting agencies are aware that a certain audition is taking place in the area. They will notify there actors that they think have a chance or opportunity to get to that auditioning call. Actors will be faxed or given a script a small one that will give the people a chance to see the actors experience. Some movie directors do know who they are looking for or what type of person they are looking for to cast. Auditioning can take days or even weeks. -
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Headshots or an actor's portfolio are a very important part when it comes to deciding who will get the part. Agencies will give out headshots. All out of appearances the director will call and see if your acting ability will be just right. Callbacks are only given if the director wants to see you read a part again or just to meet with you and discuss the part. Usually this is a good sign, this may mean you have the part. -
Story Boarding
Story boarding is used to come up with an initial idea for a film. It allows producers/ directors to identify any problems they may have early on in the process to prevent problems during filming and editing. -
Location Recce
A location recce is when the film location is visited before the filming takes place. This ensures the area is ideal for the film and any problems can be dealt with beforehand.