AICE Media Studies

 For the editing of this project, Nijah is conducting it. All the group members explained their ideas of how they'd like the video to look. Nijah hopes she can execute everything they want to include to make it a perfect thriller/horror film. The shots that they took during filming were perfect to edit and make smooth transitions between the different scenes. While filming, the group also recorded diegetic sounds that would be edited into the film to create a more eerie sense. Such as a creaking door, or a loud bang on the floor. These sounds contribute to a perfect film. The group discussed the atmosphere they wanted to create, and Nijah was determined to bring those ideas to life through editing. Nijah carefully selected each shot to ensure that the pacing of the film remained intense and suspenseful. Every transition between scenes was carefully planned, with the goal of maintaining tension throughout. The diegetic sounds added an extra layer of realism, pulling the audience int...

 For our film, we carefully chose the location, and we decided on Callie's house. The decision process involved several discussions about each of our living situations and what would be most convenient for everyone. Since we all attend Fort Lauderdale High School, it made sense to pick a location that was closest to the school to save time and make it easier for everyone to get there. We started by ruling out my house because I live in Hollywood, which is much farther from the school than the other options. Then we considered Natalie and Janiah’s houses, but they both live in different areas as well—Natalie in Plantation and Janiah in Pompano. Both of these locations would also have been too far for our group, so they were quickly taken off the list. With these options eliminated, we looked at Callie's house, which is conveniently located near the school. Callie’s family was also very accommodating, as they didn’t mind us filming there, making it the perfect choice for our grou...

Hello bloggers, Today for filming we had to make many cuts and take many breaks but that was at the cost of our own personality’s. While working together I primarily noticed that we made a lot of jokes and couldn’t keep serious while filming. However, we also still had time to make suggestions and correct our work even though had to make many takes. In our final scenes we had to redo scenes many times because we would break character often. In some scenes we would altogether give up in the final product after edit you may be able to catch a glimpse of any or all of use look away to smile or laugh. It slightly reminds me of the acting on SNL (Saturday Night Live) on how the sketches are very funny and the actors often can’t keep serious. I believe that it will make the scenes seem more natural and giggly during actual group hangouts. Another thing while filming we tried to start with all in one take film seeing as we were staying in one room for a good majority of the film. However, we ...

 Hey everyone, welcome back to the blog! Filmmaking is all about planning, but sometimes things don’t go as expected, and you just have to roll with it. One of the biggest challenges we faced during production was scheduling—everyone’s availability was all over the place, and we realized we only had one full day where the entire cast and crew could be together. That meant we had to film almost the entire movie in one day. At first, it seemed impossible, but instead of stressing, we got organized and made a game plan. We mapped out the most efficient way to shoot each scene, making sure we weren’t wasting any time moving between locations. It was a long day, but we kept the energy up and worked as a team to keep things moving. There were definitely moments when we felt rushed, but we stayed focused and made sure every scene was done right. Even with the time crunch, we still paid attention to details like lighting, camera angles, and performances. Everyone gave their best effort, an...

 Hey everyone, welcome back to the blog! Making a short film in high school is already a challenge, but when you’re on a tight deadline and people start dropping out, things get even harder. Our original script had more characters, but two of our actors couldn’t make it to the shoot, and we didn’t have time to find replacements. At first, it felt like everything was falling apart because those characters played important roles. Instead of panicking, we had to think fast and adjust the script to work with a smaller cast. We figured out which parts of their roles were necessary and found ways to merge them into the remaining characters. This actually helped us make the story more focused and cut out anything unnecessary. With fewer characters to manage, filming became a lot easier, and scheduling wasn’t as stressful. We also realized that having a smaller cast allowed for better performances since we could spend more time on each scene. The changes made the film stronger, even though...

Hello, bloggers I'm here to explain some of the necessary props and dress code we had for filming. When pre-filming often we would pick up or move objects to fit the scene better. We had the advantage of filming in a wide open space (Callie's living room) that had many blankets already laying around to be moved for scenes. However, some more specific thing we needed were to be properly dressed for a slumber party in pajamas. -  Since we were filming immediately after school most of us just carried it with us then changed later. We had no specific colors needed to wear so it would look more natural.  For some props we used around the house we had a candle to make a seen more ominous and shift for lighting as well with flickering of the lights. We had a deck of Uno cards to make it more accurate that we were playing a game or having fun at lie normal slumber party's. Natalie also made a deck of tarot cards for a start of a scene that was part of the script.  Another set of ...

Hey Everyone! Today we will be discussing a quick little mishap we had when it came to filming. As we want to start filming as soon as we can there has been some complications on the days all of us are available to start. As there was certain days some of the group could and some couldn't due to work, school, etc. The one time we almost had everything finalized it came to our realization that I actually would be leaving for the entirety of our main filming days, as I will be out of town. So with that we resulted in rescheduling for an even earlier date to start the filming. Which happens to be a day after school, which may effect the amount we can get done. As there is only so much time we can do especially since it is a school night we might need to end earlier. As well as the other out of school responsibilities we still have to take care of.  Which may create bit more difficulty because we may need to find other days we can film again. Though we are hopeful that we can complete ...

 Hi everyone! Today we will be discussing the incorporation of sound in our film. As we know the intensity of horror can be immense and with the use of sound it can create an even more immersive feeling towards the audience. Whether it comes from small sound effects or amplifying the sound to certain movements and props throughout the set. It creates a lot more tension and edge of your seat type of feel. In this film with using enhancements surrounding the actions of the four girls the audience can pay more attention to their movements and at it will create a high amount of suspense every turn they take. Especially when it comes to them moving throughout the house as more suspicion grows throughout the new things that are contributing to the storyline. Now when it comes to sound effects, what really really contributes to keeping the audience intrigued is the background music. From eerie piano solos to squeaky dreadful violins playing a sad monotone melody. The use of the background...

 Hello, bloggers when starting our initial production for our short film. My group decided how to split up work and catergoalically work depending on everyone’s schedules. Some of us have work often after school or activity’s that we partake in. By prioritizing convenient hours for each other we have schedules to work on Wednesday and Sundays.  Initially one of our first discussion as a group was surrounded by making a title for a short film. Trying to come up with something witty but short. Creative and appealing, we had so much to think of names like; slumber in the knight, A night to never forget, The last Slumber. We all came up with different names but settled with ‘Slumber Ends’  The name is great for our short film because it revealed the part of the slumber party but also the huddle ending or demise of one of the characters. Making viewers more intrigued  before the short film even starts.  During this time we also came up with character names and planne...

**Title: "Slumber Ends"** **Genre:** Thriller --- **Script:** *INT. LIVING ROOM - NIGHT* The camera opens on a cozy living room dimly lit by fairy lights, blankets scattered across the floor. A group of five teenage girls, LAURA (17), EMMA (17), TESSA (16), JASMINE (17), and BECCA (16), are sprawled around, chatting and laughing. **LAURA**   (Tariff cards/ creepy game cards) Okay, guys, who wants to know there future? The other girls groan, clearly skeptical but indulging in the fun. **JASMINE**   (rolling her eyes)   Come on, Laura. Are we really doing this? This is so dumb. **BECCA**   (half-laughing)   You’re scared, Jasmine. Admit it. Jasmine shrugs, half-smiling, trying to play it cool. **TESSA**   (joking)   You know, last time I did this, I swear something followed me home. **LAURA**   (mock serious)   Well, now’s your chance to find out if it's still with you. The girls start moving into a circle, and their laughter fades as they get ...