180 degree angle

180 degree angle 

The 180 degree angle rule is a filming technique used in many films. The 180 degree angle rule consists of a imagery line called the axis, that goes through both characters. The axis connects the characters. The line represents that the camera should not pass over the line whilst filming, but however should maintain on the same side, as shown in the photo above. If the camera passes the line , this is called crossing the line, and the shot then becomes a reverse angle.

By learning this technique it will help me for our preliminary task and our final 2 minute opening scene.

Here is  my version of the 180 degree angle rule:
https://youtu.be/gh3UfqHnm3g

shot reverse shot clip

This is a short clip showing the shot reverse shot rule.Within the clip we use the over the shoulder technique, to represent two people having a conversation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nY5vL1Gdno4&feature=youtu.be

film poster deconstruction

By doing this poster deconstruction i have learnt, different ways to present characters through the use of mise-en-scene, and that every part of the poster is important.By looking at the poster i have learnt that it is important to pay attention to detail.

Preliminary

 Preliminary task:

The object of this task is to create a continuity task involving filming and editing a character opening a door , crossing a room and sitting down in a chair opposite another character , with whom she/he then exchanges a couple of lines of dialogue.The task should demonstrate match on action,shot/reverse shot and the 180- degree rule.

what is shot/reverse shot

What is shot/reverse shot?


A shot reverse shot is a key technique used in many films. Shot reverse shot is where one character is shown looking at another character ,and then another character is shown looking back at the first character. Since the characters are shown facing in opposite directions, the viewer assumes that they are both looking at each other, having a conversation. The cameras are normally positioned behind the shoulder of both characters, therefore if a character was speaking the camera would be over their shoulder, so you could see the other characters reaction.

However you can also have the cameras positioned in a wide or medium shot too.By doing this editing technique it allows the viewers to get a sense of their surrounding , to allow them to have a greater understanding of their location, for example if you saw Big Ben you would know that the film was based in London. 

An example of shot reverse shot is within the film -wolf of Wallstreet.  

https://youtu.be/wM6exo00T5I 

5 favourite music videos

1.  Sia-elastic heart

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWZGAExj-es

 

Elastic heart is one of my top favourite music videos due to that its different , and out there. I especially like how Sia never appears within the video , however the little girl is representing Sia. The music video is of to people dancing around , within a huge bird cage. However the music video was hated by the critics due to the wide age gap between the two dancers, and due to the fact that both dancers are wearing minimum clothing.However this being said it is still an amazing video.

 

 
2. sigala-sweet lovin 
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qj5zT4t7S6c

Sigala - sweet lovin I a great music video for many reasons. I especially I like how the music video is different. The music video consist of people rolling around on roller blades however having dry paint coming out the back of their roller blades. I especially like that when the performer/dancer passes people the trial of red smoke, causes them to whip out their own moves , to the infectious track.                       


3. Ed Sheeran - Drunk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2fOum_KWQU&list=RDG2fOum_KWQU

Ed Sheeran - drunk is one of my favourite music videos due to the fact that throughout the music video he becomes best friends with a cat as they play video games, drink and look after each other through the dark times of love. Its a rather strange music video , however that's why I like it , its different therefore it stands out from million of other music videos.  


4. Sia-The greatest

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKSRyLdjsPA

Sia- The greatest is another favourite of mine for a number of reasons . The music video is based around the Orlando shootings, It was in memory of the innocent people who lost their lives within the club. Its a breath taking video and well worth a watch. The video consist of many talented young dancers,.dancing their way through a run down building. Overall its a great music video.


 5. years and years - king

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_uoH6hJilc

Years and years -king is a great music video as it is different. Throughout the music video the main singer sits on a sofa in a empty room, whilst people dressed in white dance round him. Throughout the video the dancers move the main singer around , almost like he is a doll. Also during the music video the main singer starts floating. Therefore this being rather unusual and different which adds to the music video. Overall its a great music video. 

















                                                          

Top 5 favourite films

Top 5 favourite films:



1.  Forest Gump:

Directed by: Robert Zemeckis

Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYSnxZKTZzU

Forest Gump is one of my top favourite films for many reasons. Firstly it has a great story line, it highlights someone with a disability overcoming a challenge. Forest Gump is bullied from a young age this being due to that he has a disability, this being that he struggles to walk. However this being said, he still manages to over come this, and do amazing things. I like forest Gump as it has many different cultures and historical moments , from hippies to Vietnam, from Sweet Home Alabama to California Dreaming, too Elvis, the film has everything. Overall its a breath-taking film.



2.  Kingsman:

Directed by: Matthew Vaughn

Trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kl8F-8tR8to

Kingsman is also in my top 5 due to that it has everything you want in a film. It is a mixture between action and comedy. I also think that the film consist of many great actors such as Colin Firth , Taron Egerton, Samuel l.Jackson and many more. Kingsman is also a great film due to its fantastic story line.

   


3.  Step brothers:


Directed by: Adam McKay

Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6Z7PEvedHQ

Step brothers is a great film , for many reasons. Its a great comedy, partly due to the great actors who work amazingly well together. This being Will Ferrell and John c. Reilly as well as the great story line. Step brothers is one of those films were you can watch it over and over again and never get sick of it.

4.  The Shawshank Redemption

Directed by: Frank Darabont

Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdWZBvd0-pg

The Shawshank Redemption is a great film and has a great story line, and includes some amazing actors , such as Morgan freeman. Shawshank redemption shows us that life is not always fair, when an innocent man is sentenced to a life in prison. Shawshank redemption will have you glued to your seat, as well as bring tears to your eyes.

5. Deadpool

Directed by: Tim Miller

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtTfd6tISfw

Deadpool, its not your typical superhero film, its better .Deadpool includes some amazing actors to make the film that extra bit better , such as Ryan Reynolds and many more. Its a great comedy which will have you laughing the whole way through the film , its pure gold. 






















 

Introduction post:

Hello ,I'm Amy and welcome to my media studies blog. Throughout my blog I will be putting up my media studies course work , this will consist of creating, editing and reviewing different films.

Media is used in everyday life, it surrounds us in many ways, such as reading a magazine to watching a YouTube clip on your phone. Media is a huge influence in today's society, and will continue to be for many years.

Many companies use the power of media to publish there views and opinions, as it is worldwide and can be trending within minutes.

I chose to do media studies as I find the whole aspect of it very interesting, and I think I could learn new and wonderful things from the course.