Amy Bullmore- Media Studies

Risk assessment form from Amy Bullmore

The Others  For my credits research I chose to do 'The Others' as it a film from the genre of horror, which is useful as I can use it as an example or template for the titles for my own opening sequence. The credits lists the main star and then the title, two important pieces of information put together. The main star is separated from the rest of the cast because Nicole Kidman is a well-known actress, recognised by the audience. The credits is only features for 3-4 seconds because it is a brief overview and it is the end credits that will include all of the details, as the opening credits are meant to be short so that it acts as an introduction and the audience can watch the film as soon as possible. Whilst these credits are being displayed, the music is eerie and classical, which can reflect the codes and conventions of a horror film. Furthermore, the background is drawings and art of children and characters looking scared, a common emotion in a horror film.

Alice Green: Alice is the hero and the protagonist of the story, with her goal to defeat the villain and escape the forest with her friend, Jamie. The person playing this role will be myself. Looks: Brown, straight/wavy hair, casual clothing. Personality: Ambitious, they like to try new things and takes action before they think. She is reserved around new people or people she doesn't like, and isn't afraid to show that. She can be stubborn at times, and when with friends she is confident and tries to be funny. Costume: Alice's style is casual as she wears what she feels and doesn't require that much effort. The outfit featured below is what she will be wearing throughout the opening sequence. I chose this outfit because it is practical, which matches Alice's personality in willing to try new things and being quite forward and ambitious. Jamie Waters: Jamie is the helper of the hero as she is Alice's best friend, whom accompanies her on her journ...

Institution: The definition of an institution in terms of media is an organisation that is responsible for media text. In terms of film, this can include companies such as 20th Century Fox or New Line Cinema , which are involved in the production and/or distribution of the film. Above are example logos from film production companies and institutions. These are usually featured before the film actually starts, and most are recognisable, e.g. Walt Disney Picture, especially if they are part of the Big 6. Institutions are an important part of the film industry, producing new films and ideas to be put on screen for an audience. Examples: An example film is the conjuring, in which before the film starts both the Warner Bros. Pictures and New Line Cinema logos are presented to the audience. This is commonly found in films before the film starts, to give credit to the companies for the work that they have been involved in with the making of the film. Like with The Conjur...

On the first day of filming we are receiving a tour from the owner,and this is the day in which most filming will be done around the house. On the second day the majority of filming will be done outside in the forest, in which the dialogue between the two characters takes place.

This picture is a visual representation of the mindmap I made on the codes and conventions on the genre of horror, and includes characters, a location and some example films.

The Hunger Games Starring Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, the Hunger Games is an action/adventure which was released in 2012 and created by Lionsgate. Because it has the certificate 12, the audience is teenagers, particularly girls, as there is a strong female protagonist that the can look up to and idolise. Fans of the actress and the book series may also watch this film. In the opening sequence we are given information about the history and how the Hunger Games was created, as well as what it actually is. This is presented to the audience as text on the screen, with a simple font and not bright colours. The font isn't cursive or looped, which connotes seriousness, as the Hunger Games is a serious topic within the narrative. This is also supported by the simplistic colours used: black and white. The background is black which can connote darkness and sincerity through the message, and the white text can connote hope, as the protagonist tries to return to a new equilib...