Doors to an unknown space in Venasque, France... - cc licensed ( BY NC SA ) flickr photo
shared by Nate Gray
Objectives
- Re-create visual storytelling that communicates ideas in relation to the use of media and techniques.
- Define and solve a challenging visual arts problem independently and collaboratively, using, analysis synthesis, and evaluation.
- Identify and synthesize principles, both synthesized and analytical, and visual storytelling techniques.
- Demonstrate understanding in the use of existing technology, with all its limitations and affordances.
Rationale
Having shot a rough-cut in camera version of another team's Door Scene, as well as gaining feedback and analyzing the results, it is important to revise your team's Door Scene production. Repeating Step 3 - Production & Filmmaking provides a chance to improve on the original footage. Given another chance to strengthen shooting and production skills, as well as problem-solving, decision-making, and creative thinking.
Challenge
Revise your original storyboard to reflect your intentions for the scene, if necessary. Shoot the Door Scene one more time, this time from your own group's storyboard, continuing to use in-camera edits and the same parameters as in previous steps. Consider the changes and feedback you discussed in the previous steps, especially in shooting another group's storyboard.
Considerations
- Does the scene communicate what you intended?
- Does it clearly tell a story? What is unclear?
- Have you “built” the scene? Is there anticipation? Tension? Conflict?
- What would you change? Why?
Instructions
Reshoot your revised storyboard, taking into consideration changes and feedback. Assemble shots "in camera" as a rough cut of your new version. Keep the following questions in mind:
- Do all group members feel what you want them to feel watching the scene?
- Was the story clear to them? Why or why not?
- Are there any additional suggestions?
Legal
This lesson has been adapted from The 21st Century Educator's Handbook by American Film Institute Screen Education, 2006.
