AS G3: Group Discussion Summary

The group convened today to discuss some key aspects of production, such as basic concepts for the opening and any interesting potential locations we have at our disposal. The following is the summary of the discussion.
 

Genre

The main decision we made was to make the genre of the opening sequence a psychological/thriller. We came to this conclusion because it seemed a pragmatic, achievable genre which we felt could allow us to make a credible, authentic and more importantly chilling opening that would be pragmatic and doable. Moreover the nature of psychological/thriller films is that the content is generally more subtle than many other sub genres of horror, meaning we could make the opening by relying on our filmmaking skills and techniques rather than monsters and gore which we felt might be perceived as cheesy.

 

 

Concept

Afterwards the group came together to share suggestions and ideas of the potential concept for our opening sequence. While several ideas were tossed about and discussed, we decided Alex D's suggestion of a flashback theme was worthy of further investigation. Essentially the concept is to film a sequence that is clearly a flashback of unpleasant memories or horrific events. We consciously noted the potential problem it could present, being how does one reveal to the audience what they witnessed was not reality but a dream or flashback, in a way that is not infuriating. It is generally regarded as an escape clause for cheesy films in which a clever twist cannot be derived, so the filmmakers make it a dream.

 

 

Score

Georgia P raised the issue of music within the opening sequence, and the difficult nature of procuring high quality music cheaply or for free. We noted that potential music sources such as the Vimeo Music Store can sell high-soundtracks for small amounts of money as long as the terms and conditions of the musician are respected. Another potential route we could take to get good music was too approach music students of the school, or budding musicians on the internet and ask for help. While this route would be challenging, it would be highly rewarding as it would mean having tailor-made music that peaked during climactic moments, and built up towards them.

 

 

Location

The group discussed potential locations for filming, collectively summing up any and all locations worth investigating on a "recce". The list came to:

• A derelict building near Alex D's home
• Alex D's large countryside surroundings which also has an abandoned pool
• The woods near Georgia P's house, or Knole Park
• The tunnel/car parks near Sevenoaks Train Station