Creative Project

       
       1. Aims and Context
Students need to provide an aims and context for their 'Creative Project' at A2 (FM3) which outlines the techniques and approaches that will be employed in their production. For assessment purposes a series of bullet points on a coversheet highlighting the following is sufficient:

• genre of film (or equivalent - type/form/movement) 

• film/script/step outline 

• whether it’s a short film or extract (and if so, whether it’s opening, climactic sequences etc) 

• target audience - arthouse/film festival/mainstream 

• key stylistic elements of sequence (cinematography, editing etc) 

• candidates may refer to film issues raised during their studies at AS. 

• if working in a group (moving image only) state role in the production: Director/Camera Operator/Editor etc

The example below gives a hypothetical example and includes reference to film issues raised during AS & A2 studies.

Example:
'Farewell my Maltese Lady from Shanghai' - film/video production

• Comedy film noir short. 

• Target audience of 18-year-old, middle-class males, knowledgeable about film. 

• Apply cinematography techniques developed for film noir. 

• Explore codes and conventions of genre and apply theoretical work on gender. 

• As director, try out directing techniques (from writers such as Michael Rabiger). 

• Use Mike Leigh’s improvisational technique with actors.

      2. Screenplay or Short Film

     3.The 'Reflective Analysis' should be approx 1,000 words 

It should include/discuss: 

• How successful the work was produced in terms of meeting its aims and context. Themes, issues, style and music should be assessed in terms of appealing to its target audience. (Refer to key films and filmmakers/screenwriters whilst also highlighting and defining your intended means of exhibition - arthouse/mainstream/film festivals etc)

• How well you utilised certain styles, techniques and methods of production in your work. What was successful, less successful and/or unsuccessful in your intended aims (refer to your aims and context: be critical of your own work). 

• Give a critical account of exactly what your role was in the process and discuss; difficulties encountered in production (technical or group dynamics). Assess your own abilities; strengths/weaknesses. Refer to elements that you have altered to meet its aims.

• A discussion of what you have learnt about the filmmaking process and the difficulties that may be encountered by undertaking this practical exercise and a critical reflection of the whole process. 
• The supporting written work for this assignment should be detailed, concise and show a good grasp of all elements of the filmmaking/screenwriting process throughout. Your ability to identify styles, techniques and influences on your work should reflect a strong understanding of the chosen form you have worked within.