Synopsis of Study – Extended Major Project
I am spearheading the production of a new movie entitled Snakes in the Grass. I will have complete control of the production of this movie from the initial research stage through to the final edit and production of a fully functioning DVD. For this particular unit I am going to make a title sequence that will be no more than 1 minute in length along with the opening scene for the movie that will be roughly 3 minutes in length.
I have chosen this direction of study as I feel I need to focus on developing work for my portfolio. That is what is important to me at this stage of my development, as I dont feel I have enough high quality work in my portfolio. So i am really going to try and produce something stylish and professional. Secondly, I am avoiding my initial idea of making it interactive as I feel by making it interactive I am detracting away from what I actually want to do. The interactive element is very interesting but I think it is something I will leave for a later date because i got into a bit of a muddle with my last piece and I do not want that to happen again!
The actual practical elements of this film will allow me to develop further the skills I have previously learnt, whilst introducing me to an array of other disciplines such as illustration. The title sequence will allow me to focus on the motion graphics side of things, and the film will allow me to develop my film skills in areas i am not very proficient such as lighting and sound, leaving me with the necessary skills to find a job in the area I love. I understand that this means I will be judged as a film maker and I am confident that I will sufficiently meet the criteria required of me by pushing the boundries of my skill.
