Foundation Portfolio evaluation

Preliminary Task

Name: Kyle, Mike, Jahmel


What did you learn about the cameras and editing software during the preliminary task?

During the preliminary task, we learnt a lot about the cameras and editing software.
While filming we learnt how to use the camera itself. We used the tripod to steady our shots while filming. The camera had the function of zoom. This further increased the aspect of our shots. This meant we could focus of the character to show their emotion, which added realism. After a few practice shots, we found the cameras simple to use.
The editing software we used was Final Cut Pro. We found this software tricky to use at first. This software allowed us to cut our filming, placing each shot on the timeline in sync with each other. It allowed us to make each shot run smoothly with each other. We added credits to the prelim. This made it look more like an opening scene to a film.

In the filming and editing of your project, what worked well and what could have been improved?

In the filming of our prelim we found that we grasped well the aspects of filming different shots. We filmed different types of shots including match and over the shoulder. When it came to cutting and editing and piecing together shots, we found that each shot worked in sync smoothly. We could improve the actual shots themselves. This meaning the focus on the character and surrounding. Due to it being a practice, next time we could improve our filming and acting, including filters etc.

Give a detailed, specific example of how you have used a shot/ reverse shot combination in your film

In our prelim, we found the aspect of shot reverse shot difficult. We filmed shots of the conversation between Jahmel and Mike, but the idea of shot reverse shot was difficult to be seen. This can be improved in the final task as we learnt how to do this.

Give a detailed, specific example of how you achieved match cuts during the editing process

We used a match cut as Jahmel was opening the door before the start of the conversation with Mike. We had a shot of him outside the door pushing the handle down then we matched it from inside the room. While editing we found this worked well and it ran smoothly.

How did you make sure that you didn’t break the 180 degree rule? Or if you broke it, what have you learnt from this?

While filming we made sure we filmed from the same side each time. This made sure that we did not break the rule.