SADIYA SHAHID

  PRELIMINARY TASK: SHOTS __ Filming process!

  PRELIMINARY TASK: IDEA & NARRATIVE CONSTRUCTION_ So the task was assigned by our teacher, basically we had to shot a short film, in which we had to show a treasure haunting, were we had to find a treasure box following a map. Shots we had to include in our film were: •Show a person(male or female. •The person found a map in their pocket. •looks what paper it was by opening it. •Then gets excited and goes for treasure haunting. •Founds the place and digs it, to take out the treasure. •Collects the treasure with joy!!

  GENRES_ Film genres are categories that define movie based on its narrative elements. Different types of genre There are many different types of genres, the basic are: •Action •Comedy •Drama  •Fantasy  •Horror  •Mystery  •Romance  •Thriller  -Genres categorize various forms of artistic expression based on shared characteristics. Here are examples across different genres: -Literary Genres: 1)Fiction: Novels like "To Kill a Mockingbird." 2)Poetry: Works like Robert Frost's "The Road Not Taken." -Film Genres: 1)Action: "Die Hard" or "Mad Max: Fury Road." 2)Drama: "The Shawshank Redemption." - Music Genres: 1)Rock: Bands like The Beatles or Led Zeppelin. 2)Hip-Hop: Artists like Kendrick Lamar or Jay-Z. -Visual Arts Genres: 1)Surrealism: Salvador Dalí's paintings. 2)Abstract Expressionism: Jackson Pollock's drip paintings. -Video Game Genres: 1)Role-Playing Games (RPG): "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim." 2(First-Person ...

  SOUND TERMINOLOGIES_ Sound terminology__ Diegetic / Non diegetic: 1)Diegetic:  Sounds that originate from the story world, heard by characters. 2)Non diegetic:  Sounds that come from outside the story world, not heard by characters. 3)Synchronous: Sound events that match the timing of the actions in the film. 4)Sound Effects: Auditory enhancements to convey specific sounds in a scene. 5)Sound Motif: Audio element associated with a character or event, providing thematic continuity. 6)Sound Bridge / Audio Match Cut: Transition where the sound from one scene carries into the next. 7)Dialogue: Verbal communication between characters. 8)Voiceover: Narration or commentary added in post-production. 9)Mode of Address / Direct Address: When a character acknowledges the audience, breaking the fourth wall. 10)Sound Mixing: The process of combining and adjusting different audio elements. 11)Sound Perspective: Indicates the proximity and direction of sounds in relation to the camera...

  SEMIOTICS AND DECODING__ Semiotics is the study of signs and symbols and their interpretation. Decoding in semiotics refers to the process of interpreting and understanding these signs and symbols within a specific cultural context. It involves analyzing the meaning behind various elements to uncover the intended message or communication. - some of the examples of semiotics: -Traffic Signs: Red octagon with white letters "STOP" is a universally recognized sign indicating the need to halt. -Company Logos: The Apple logo, an apple with a bite taken out, symbolizes innovation and modern technology. -National Flags: The American flag with stars and stripes represents the United States, and each element carries symbolic significance. -Language: Words themselves are symbols representing ideas, and the interpretation of language involves semiotic analysis. -Gesture and Body Language: A thumbs-up gesture is often interpreted as a positive sign, while crossed arms might convey def...

  MISE-EN-SCÈNE!! - Mise-en-scène is a French term that translates to "placing on stage." In the context of film and other visual media, it refers to the arrangement of visual elements within a frame. -Set Design:  The arrangement and design of physical spaces within the frame. -Costume and Makeup:  The clothing and appearance of characters. -Props:  Objects within the frame that carry significance.  Make-up: Set design:

  MICRO ELEMENTS___ - Key elements: Micro-elements in media refer to the details that contribute to the overall composition and meaning of a media text. These elements are crucial for analysis and understanding the finer aspects of a piece of media.  -There are 4 main micro elements: 1)Cinematography: -Camera Angles: The specific angle from which the camera captures a scene. -Camera Movement: How the camera physically moves during a shot. -Framing: The composition of the visual elements within the frame. 2)Editing: -Cutting and Transitions: The way shots are combined and transitions are executed. -Pacing: The rhythm and speed of the editing, influencing the overall flow. 3)Sound: -Diegetic and Non-diegetic Sound: Sounds that are part of the story world versus those added for the audience's benefit. -Sound Effects: Audio elements that enhance the realism or atmosphere. -Music: The use of music to evoke emotions or set the tone. 4)Mise-en-Scène: -Set Design: The arrangement and ...