Final Decision: Production Logo

The most popular design by far. As chosen by both me and Charlie, our target audience, and Mr. Jackson. 

Production Logo: Survey Results

The survey clearly indicated that it was between the third 'Skyline' logo, or the final 'Big Ben' logo. The most popular was the 'Big Ben' design. Therefore, as we believe that design is the best, and so does our target audience, we will use that logo.

Production Company Logo Development: Big Ben

The simplistic design is sleek and clean. The logo clearly shows the company is based in London. I also used the same font from the previous design. 

For the final stage of development, i simply moved the alignment of the company name. This is my favorite design. However, we will create a survey and ask members of our target audience what they think. 

Production Company Logo Development: Skyline

The production company is based in london, therefore we decided that we would include iconic landmarks in the logo. Charlie then thought a vista type view of London's iconic landmarks would be a good idea for a logo. Our first attempt can be seen here.

I changed the focus and sharpness of the skyline picture and moved the film name. The font was also changed, to a fine serif font. This adds a sense of professionalism.

For the final stage of development, i removed the blue backdrop and placed a slant on the company name. The logo fits the stereotype for an independent production company, as it is simplistic, yet effective. 

Blog Marking

Mr. Jackson marked my blog. I was graded at B2, and my main targets were to improve on some of the simple posts that need developing. Notable improvements to my blog are the influx of creative media posts.

Project Update 9: Casting Plan Update: 25/11/2013

We have casted both of the films main male characters, Older Brother (Name TBA) and Henry. Charlie's interview can be seen in a previous post, as well as his outakes. Connor Froy's has been filmed and edited, it just needs to be uploaded to the blog.

Sam Richards and Charlie Palmer Cogan: Previous Productions

Me and Charlie haves worked together on many previous projects, varying from short films to trailers. Our first collaboration was a preliminary task, which was filmed on the school site.

Our most recent production, Downfall, a short film produced by Solitude Productions, was a massive success.

Production Companies

Our first two collaborations were produced by 'Solitude Productions'. A British independent company. Our new production company, for the new release 'Plus One', is called 'Capital Films'.

Inspiration from TV: How Not to Live Your Life

How Not to Live Your Life

The show was first broadcast in 2007, and achieved huge success. The show follows 'Don' a young single and all round hopeless bloke. The show is a comedy, with some aspects of Romance. Don moves in with a girl he has been in love with since he was a teenager. 



We also like the voice over used at the start of the show. We would like to use a similar voice over for our trailer. 

Outtakes: Charlie PC

Despite Charlie's excellent acting ability, even he suffers outakes. Furthermore, these outakes show us his comedic side, and show how he will benfiet the film.

Interview: 'Henry' Charlie Palmer Cogan

Charlie will both star in the film, and be part of the production team. This will benfiet us massivley, as charlie will be available for filming at most times. His interview was a sucseess and we decided he is perfect for the role. His previous experience and future ambitions were also signifcant in the descion making progress.

Inspiration from Upcoming Comedy Films

That Awkward Moment

 
Neighbours



Despite these films being American, we like the narrative device of involving a couple into the main plot. This will definitely be a key aspect of our trailer.

Film Poster (Teaser)

This simplistic design fits the genre of our film, and its sleek clean layout allows me to promote the films actors, release date, and title

Audition Advertisements

I recently uploaded some posts regarding Casting. Before we could draw up a shortlist of actors to cast, we had to advertise our film. This process be .You can see examples below:

GoAnimate: Pitching the Project

Pitching the Project by Sam Richards on GoAnimate


The 50 word pitch is shown here using 'Go Animate', a creative multimedia site. I am pitching the project to the head of our production company, Capital Films. 

Project Update 8: Decision on Company Name

After a group discussion we decided that 'Capital Films' was the best name for our new production company. 

It has elements of both an internationally respected company and its specific to our genre and location. 

Using Adobe Photoshop CS5, I will create a logo for the company. This will be uploaded in a later post.

Costume/Mis-en-Scene: Harry

Costume/Mise-en-Scene: Henry

Henry is a normal early twenty year old man. His costume is mostly casual and nothing too flashy. Modest yet modern. He lacks confidence but puts on a front to compete with his older brother.

Project Update: Casting for other charecters

We have completed casting for the films two main characters who will be in the trailer for the most scenes.

We still have to cast:

1) Best Friend (Boy)
2) Best Friend (Girl)
3) Girlfriend

Me and Charlie will work this out asap, and before the start of filming.

Casting: Harry (Older Brother)

We were surprised by the lack of applications for this role. However, we found Connor Froy to be perfect for the role. A filmed interview will follow. 

Casting: Henry (Younger Brother)

We received four applications for this role. We decided Charlie Palmer Cogan would be perfect for the role. He fits both the character description and has the suitable amount of experience. A filmed interview will follow.

Film Logo/Name Design: Interiqe

This logo was designed on Paint. It is simple yet effective, and the serif font is fitting for the films genre. To further this design, i will develop it on Adobe Photoshop. Possible edits include a drop shadow and possibly a bevel.  

Project Update 7: Name for new Production Company

Possible Names:

London Productions
LDN Films
Capital Productions
Skyline LTD
City Films

The Titles must be discussed with Charlie, however, this is a good start. 

Target Audience: Research

Our film fits the genre of british comedy, and has a certain aspect of romance. The film cannot be classed as a stereotypical rom-com, as it is similar to films such as: Run Fatboy Run and The Worlds End. A comedy, with a slight aspect of romance. 

To identify our target audience, we must research similar films target audience.

Run Fatboy Run

In regards to gender, the film was more popular with females in regards to score, however more males voted the film. Therefore, the male audience is predominant. In regards to age, 18-29 is by far the most popular age. In terms of specefic gender/age, male aged 18-29 was the most popular.

At Worlds End

Similar to the last film, the film was most popular with a male audience. In regards to age, again, the most voted age was 18-29. Finally, specifically age and gender, the most voted was male aged 18-29. 

Keeping Mum

The film, like the others, was most popular amongst the male audience. In terms of age, 18-29 is still the most prominent. However, other ages are also highly voted for. For example: both male and female aged 30-44 was a highly voted category, receiving over 6500 votes. Gender is also much closer for this film: Male 14736, Female 5076.

Love Actually

With a change of genre, you can see that the female vote has massively increased. Male is still the dominant vote, however i believe this is probably due to the votes being made online. The rom-com genre is more popular with female audiences, and mostly couples. The age is still the same, most popular amongst 18-29 year olds. Although, there were more votes for the older ages such as 30-44. 

Four Weddings and a Funeral

In regards to gender, the film was more popular with females in regards to score, however more males voted the film. Therefore, the male audience is predominant. In regards to age, 30-40 is the most popular age. This is the only change in regards to age.

Project Update 6: Casting Plan

22/10/2013

We plan to begin casting this week, or throughout half term. We plan to film all of the interviews were possible. We will us the school meeting room for each casting interview. 

Logo Inspiration: Production Company

Last year our production company was an independent british studio, as this suited our film. This year, our film is a blockbuster. However, it is still a british film.

(Last years production company)

Our logo this year must have connotations of a blockbuster company, and must also be appealing to our target audience.

Here are some inspirations:

Studio for 'Love Actually'

Studio for 'Four Lions'

Poster Inspiration 'Comedy': Dinner for Shmucks

'Dinner for Schmucks' is a comedy film that has some aspects of relationships. The film is American, however for the purposes of a poster, our film is relatable. The simplistic design and style of photography is appealing and i can see this type of design transferring to our idea. 

Poster Inspiration 'Romantic Comedy': Valentines Day (2010)

This film followed a generic 
romantic comedy design idea. Many of the films main characters are shown on the poster, in identical squares. There names are also placed in some of the squares in conventional colours of a rom-com, such as blue and pink.

If our film was to follow this design, it would look like this:

Film Logo Inspiration: Moodboard

Genre Conventions: Every Romantic Comedy Ever

Film Name: Survey

We conducted a survey, asking people from our target audience, which film title they preferred. The results were clear. Plus One ('Plus1') was by far the most popular. 

Naming Characters: Stoner Male Friend

Our name for the character was originally 'Green Alan'. However, we were advised that this name may not be suitable for our target audience (Male and Female, mainly couples, aged between 16-35). We brainstormed some ideas, and this was the product:

To be sure, we conducted a survey, asking people from our target audience which name was there favorite. These were the results:

Naming Charecters: Older Brother

Initially, Henry's older brother was going to be called Gary, or 'Gaz'. However, we decided we did not like this name, as it was too cliched and over used in amateur and poorly made productions.

After a Brainstorm, we came up with these names:

Naming Characters: Initial Girlfriend

Locations II: Photo Research/Cinematography

Scene 1:

Garden Scene:

Planned Shots:

• Mid shot of the two boys playing football
• Cut to a close up of Henry being it with the ball

Second Scene:

Meeting for the first time/London scenes

Planned Shots:

• Establishing shots of London
• Time-lapse of a landmark
• Varied shots of Henry and Girl (TBA)

Third Scene:

House/Dinner Scene

Planned Shots:

• Long shot of dinner table
• Close ups of both younger and older brothers
• low angle shots to show Henry's lack of power

Fourth Scene:

Friends Flat

Planned Shots:

• Varied close ups, mid's, and a significant pan shot. This will help demonstrate his desperation.   

Fifth Scene:

Varied Locations

Planned Shots:

• Varied Montage shots: Close ups. long and establishing shots.

Final Scene:

Planned Shots: 

• Varied shots: Close up, pan, tracking, dolly etc...

and:

Showing Henry and new girlfriend running away.