Key Lighting
Usually 'key lighting' is the main lighting type used on a set of a TV or film, it is very bright light and is used to highlight the focal object/character.
Fill Lighting
Generally has the same purpose as 'key lighting' except it is used to reduce contrast (so it isn't so harsh) and is far less intense. It's generally placed in a 3-point set-up to ensure even coverage.
Back Lighting
Pretty much what it says it is, a light that is used from the back (so, almost facing the camera) which often creates a silhouette effect. It creates a strong contrast between subject matter and it's surroundings and creates a greater sense of depth in the shot.
High Lighting
Typically used to create a happy impression in a shot, is typical in sitcoms and happy scenes in films. Removes any strong shadows and reduces contrast to ensure this mood.
Rim Lighting
Very similar to 'back lighting' except instead of having such a strong contrast like a silhouette the 'rim' (outline or whatever) of the image is illuminated slightly so it's far softer. Used to highlight the subject matter also.
Chiaroscuro Lighting
Used to create very high contrast between light and dark to create a sense of depth and add moodiness to a shot.
27 April 2011
7 April 2011
What is a British Film?
The Kings Speech
- British historical drama film. Story of King George VI and how he overcomes his speech impedement.
- Actors, majority English. Colin Firth, Lionel Logue, both English.
- Directed by Tom Hooper, also English. Directed Elizabeth I and The Damned United aswell.
- Fits into the Drama genre, it is a fairly basic and traditional style.
- UKFC funded the film, no where else would.
- Distrubuted by: Paramount Pictures (Australia), The Weinstein Company (USA), Momentum Pictures (UK).
- Released: 6 September 2010 (Telluride Film Fesitval, USA), 7 January 2011
Working Title - Sarah Jane Wright
Upon Tim's depart we were introduced to another speaker. She introduced herself as SJ (Sarah Jane Wright), production executive. Her roles at Working Title HQ involve monitoring and tracking films and breaking down the cost of films for Tim & Eric.
The UK film industry are now looking at making a lot of their films on a budget under £20 million to ensure they get a 20% rebate and if they do the same in Hungary (who have fantastic opportunities for sets and locations) they get a 25% rebate.
Regarding Atonement, SJ said that it took 62 days to shoot in the UK and they had to do 7 takes of the Dun Kirk scene with army volunteers. CGI used 'tiling' to create the vast amount of people on the beach.
The UK film industry are now looking at making a lot of their films on a budget under £20 million to ensure they get a 20% rebate and if they do the same in Hungary (who have fantastic opportunities for sets and locations) they get a 25% rebate.
Regarding Atonement, SJ said that it took 62 days to shoot in the UK and they had to do 7 takes of the Dun Kirk scene with army volunteers. CGI used 'tiling' to create the vast amount of people on the beach.
6 April 2011
Working Title - Tim Bevan
On Tuesday 5th April 2011, many a media student from Reepham embarked on an adventure they would never forget. The coach journey was lengthy and food was sparse but a short break ensured the survival of all students and the majority of staff. Upon arival in central London the students took a short trek to Working Title HQ where they assembled and waited. Debra Hayward, executive producer, greeted the students and took them through to a room they call the 'Theater'.
The students sat in excited anticipation and then Tim Bevan arrived to answer their burning questions. Tim briefly explained his roll and the process of producing a film; he discussed the different departments and their rolls also. Suddenly a student asked a question regarding piracy and how it was effecting Working Title directly and the industry as a whole. Tim responded stating:
Everyone knows cinema is the best way to engage and view a film so he doesn't think that cinema viewings will be effected too dramatically. He did specify that DVD sales have been affected badly and in the future he thinks that DVD's will be made available as downloads instead and rather than paying £20 for a DVD people will pay £2ish for a download. He says that he prefers to look optimistically towards the future regarding issues with piracy and how they can be resolved.
Regarding Atonement Tim said that the convergence between the novel and the screenplay was quite difficult but they got in specialist team members to 'intelectually challenge' everything and help with writing. One of these was Tom Stoppard who is a renound playwright and writer. He also said that when it comes to pinpointing genre you kind of know what you're working with in most cases.
Tim then departed.
TO BE CONTINUED...
The students sat in excited anticipation and then Tim Bevan arrived to answer their burning questions. Tim briefly explained his roll and the process of producing a film; he discussed the different departments and their rolls also. Suddenly a student asked a question regarding piracy and how it was effecting Working Title directly and the industry as a whole. Tim responded stating:
Everyone knows cinema is the best way to engage and view a film so he doesn't think that cinema viewings will be effected too dramatically. He did specify that DVD sales have been affected badly and in the future he thinks that DVD's will be made available as downloads instead and rather than paying £20 for a DVD people will pay £2ish for a download. He says that he prefers to look optimistically towards the future regarding issues with piracy and how they can be resolved.
Regarding Atonement Tim said that the convergence between the novel and the screenplay was quite difficult but they got in specialist team members to 'intelectually challenge' everything and help with writing. One of these was Tom Stoppard who is a renound playwright and writer. He also said that when it comes to pinpointing genre you kind of know what you're working with in most cases.
Tim then departed.
TO BE CONTINUED...
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