This week in Intro to Film:
Lets get these scripts done so we can start
PRE-PRODUCTION!!!!
Lets get these scripts done so we can start
PRE-PRODUCTION!!!!
We are writing. Scripts are due the last day of February so lets get this done!!!
You have a test this FRIDAY over everything we've been doing this week in class and remember I will NOT be here next week but you will be reading out of your text Chapter 4 "From Script to Schedule". You will have a test over this chapter when I get back next Friday.
General Production Slang
Abby Singer – Second-to-last shot of the day. Named for a crew member who would always alert his crew of the second-to-last shot of a setup, scene, or the day.
Apple or Apple Box – a solid wooden box that comes in standardized sizes (from largest to smallest): full, half, quarter, pancake
Back In – phrase meaning lunch and/or any break is over and work has begun again
C47 – a clothespin
Crafty – craft services area and/or person
Day Player – a crew member hired for only one day or a handful of days worth of work
Furnie Blanket – a furniture blanket or sound blanket
Gary Coleman – a small C-stand
Hot Points – yelled when carrying something with the potential to hit somebody like dolly track or a C-stand. Usually said when going through a narrow hallway, doorway or around a corner
Juicer – an electrician
Last Looks – phrase to call in hair/make-up to give a final touch-up to actors before a scene is filmed
Last Man – phrase that refers to the last person to get their food at lunch; usually used because lunch should not officially start until the last man has gone through
Magic Hour – the time right before sunrise/after sunset in which the sky is somewhat dark but still illuminated. Often lasts only 20 minutes despite its name
Martini – the last shot of the day
Pancake – a size of apple box; see “apple”
Picture’s Up – phrase to alert all on set that cameras are almost set to start rolling
Scripty – the script supervisor
Sides – a half-sized script that contains only the scenes being shot that day
Sparks – an electrician; see “juicer”
Stinger – an extension cord
Talent – actor(s) or actress(es)
Video Village – the area in which viewing monitors are placed for the director and other production personnel. Referred to by this name because of the propensity to fill with people, chairs, and overall “too many cooks in the kitchen”
Flying in – anytime you are bringing anything to set
We are also learning -
Over/Under Stinger and Cord wrapping
C -Stand
Sand Bags
Apple Box
Tri Pod
Doorway Dolly
Reflectors
DONT FORGET WE HAVE A TEST THIS FRIDAY!!!
STUDY FOR YOUR FINAL
MONDAY MAY 11th
Pre Production
1.
What is one of the most important items you need
to budget for?
2.
What is location scouting AND what are some
things to look for when scouting?
3.
What is Day out of Days mean?
4.
What are the most important pages in a script?
5.
What are the five elements you need in those
pages to hook the reader?
6.
What is the number one rule on set?
7.
What is the cinematographer’s job?
8.
What is the difference between a cinematographer
and a camera operator?
9.
What can be found in a directors look book?
10. What
is another word for “AV SCRIPT”?
11. Besides
the camera, what is the second most important element to a cinematographer?
12. Explain
Depth of Field
13. What
is “Bokeh”?
14. Explain
the “Rule of Thirds”
15. What
is an alternate to the “Rule of Thirds” (HINT: the way the movie “Drive” was
shot)
16. Name
6 different types of camera shots you can use on a film set?
17. What
is the 180 degree rule?
18. What
is the standard FPS used in filmmaking?
19. What
is Aperture?
20. What
does “Shoot to cut” mean?
21. Explain
“F-Stop”
22. What
are the three main aspect ratios?
23. What
does the term last looks mean?
24. What
is a clothespin called on set?
25. What
is the primary job for the 1st AC?
26. Whose
job is it to keep track of continuity?
27. What
is a Gaffer?
28. Whose
job is it to run the crew?
29. What
is a Hot Set?
30. When
it is time to shoot what are the FIVE commands the AD calls for?
31. What
is Ambient Light?
32. What
are the three different light sources that the Standard 3-Point Lighting
Technique uses?
33. What
are the TWO solutions for shooting in a room with windows, given that the
exposure outside the window is much brighter than the exposure inside the room?
34. What
is ADR
35. What
is the difference between a SCORE and a SOUNDTRACK?
36. What
is a Voice Over?
37. What
is the program that we use in class to edit with?
38. The
person that is in charge of ingesting footage ON SET and preparing it for
editing is called what?
39. What
is the Directors main focus on set?
40. Who
is your favorite director?
41. What
does an EDITOR do?
42. What
did you learn this year?
What can be found in a directors "Look Book"?
What is another word for "AV Script" ?
What is the primary job of the 1st AC?
Why is lighting important to a Cinematographer?
What is another word for "Sticks"?
Who's job is it to work the "Slate"?
Explain Depth of Field
What is "Bokeh"?
Explain the "Rule of Thirds"
What are the three main aspect ratios?
Name 6 different type of camera shots you can use on a film set
What is the 180 degree rule?
What is the standard FPS used in filmmaking?
What is aperture?
What is ambient light?
Explain 3 point lighting
What does "Shoot to cut" mean?
Some pics from the set of UFS actors "Carrie" and "The Fault in our Stars"
If you have questions about the Shutter Speed, FPS, ISO then please check out the video below.
Cinematography Syllabus
Course Description
Cinematography
Topics for this
course include the basics of camera angles, framing, functions, lighting,
effects, double exposure, filters, lens, depth of field and the different
techniques associated with different types of films (themes).
Prerequisites: Introduction to Film Production (can run
concurrently)
This course requires
the previous knowledge/skills in basic film production including:
preproduction, production, terminology, post production, G&E, lighting,
sound, camera and script. If a student
has NOT taken an introduction to film production class then they can take that
class while they are taking Cinematography.
Lab Materials:
Students will have a
minimum 4GB flash drive to backup different class assignments. A lab fee of $20
is required to be paid. An email address is required for class/blog updates. Again you MUST have an e-mail to attend this
class.
Course Goals:
The goal of the Cinematography
program is to equip students with the knowledge and skills you will need to
succeed in today’s world of Audio and Video production with respect to
Cinematography. Upon completion students will be ready to work in the
audio/video industry. The following workplace competencies and foundation
skills have been designed into this course’s curriculum.
Common Workplace
Competencies:
Managing Resources:
Time/Materials
Exhibiting
Interpersonal Skills: Work on teams
Working with
Information: Ingesting and Evaluating data/ Organize Information
Applying Systems
Knowledge: Understanding Systems
Using Technology:
Select equipment and tools / Apply technology to specific tasks Demonstrating
Basic Skills: Reading / Arithmetic and mathematics / Listening
Thinking Skills:
Creative thinking / Decision making
Qualities:
Sociability
Instructor
Information Instructor’s name:
Mr. Calvo
email: mr.calvo@me.com
Academic Integrity
Course Requirements
and Grading Policy
Final grades are
based on a ten point grading system
A = 100 90
B = 89 80
C = 79 70
D = 69 60
F = 59 0
Class Projects:
Each class will have
a total of four (4) projects being completed by all students within each
period. These projects will encompass all aspects of Cinematography including:
Film or digital
Perspective
Lighting
Camera Movement
Image Duration
Camera Angles
Framing
Techniques
Effects
Double Exposure
Filters
Lens
Depth of Field
Makeup policy
‘Incomplete’ final
grades are only appropriate if unusual circumstances cause a student to miss
one or two major assignments/tests. An ‘incomplete’ may only be given if the
student and the instructor discuss and agree to this option. The student is
responsible for obtaining and finishing the missing work by the next scheduled
semester.
Projects, Assignments, Portfolios, Internships, etc.
Students will
complete a film portfolio of completed projects. Production opportunities will
be available throughout the semester in the form of: Audio department
collaboration (Open Mic Night, Urban Audio Lab), for hire work done by Machina
Cinema and any film production put on by Mustache Films/Film Department.
Course Content
Upon successful completion of this course the student will
be able to:
1. Identify and define terminology associated with the
recording and manipulation of film/video
2. The ability to implement a high skill set and knowledge
within the field of cinematography
3. Demonstrate proper use of film terminology with respect
to Cinematography
4. Demonstrate the proper use of lighting, filming and
terminology.
5. Demonstrate the proper use of the DSLR Canon 5D rig and the
Black Magic Pocket Camera and rig.
6. Understand the principles of directing for film/video
7. Understand the principles of Set Design
8. The ability to work on a film production set
Canon 5D Mark II Intro Video Part 1
Part 2
