Creating a digital film is an artistic way of expressing your view. Leaps in technology have indeed made it easy for ordinary and simple people to accomplish this. Film-making, as of date, is no longer an exclusive playground for giants.
Being aware of this fact, our class will venture into this game called film-making. Using your cellphones, digicams and pc's, let the world know what's in your mind. Let them know that your opinion count. Be heard!
Here is how we will go about this class project:
The class will be grouped into 3-4 groups with boys and girls evenly distributed, as circumstances will allow. The output shall be guided by the following matters:
A. General subject and theme: "SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION IN THE EYES
OF A STUDENT"
Specific topics may be: 1. Common folks as heroes;
2. Weeding out roots of corruption;
3. Inspirational true-to-life stories;
4. Honesty and love for truth;
5. Making schools a better place for everyone;and
6. Leading by example;
B. What to submit?
A Digital Film OR A Documentary
C. Duration/Playing Time: 10-20 minutes including intro, cast and credits.
D. Language: English is preferred.If you will use English as medium, you
will receive an additional 3 points.
E. Format: MPEG, WMV, AVI or any common video format.
IMPORTANT RULES:
1. ALL GROUPS are totally prohibited from filming in risky, remote or potentially hazardous places. Films or documentaries made inside the school will receive additional THREE points. There is absolutely no need to go to far places and risk your safety. Improvisation and resourcefulness are highly encouraged.
2. ALL films shall be filmed during daytime only; otherwise, your film will be rejected.
3. Filming inside the school will be done during your spare time and only during school days.
4. You may also shoot your film/docu in any of your group mate's house BUT MAKE SURE YOU HAVE PERMISSION to do so and that you have been given absolute consent by your parents. Have a responsible adult or parent supervise your group. Again, you may only undertake filming in this case if you will do it during daytime and your classmate's house is just nearby.
5. In making the film, you may seek assistance of an adult; but, this should only be minimal. You are prohibited from hiring anybody.
6. This project is not about how good you are technically; but, it's mostly about how good you are in sending your message. Clarity and simplicity are crucial.
7. Violence and bad language have no place in your project.
WE SHALL USE THIS SET OF CRITERIA from the Nevis Film Festival:
Create a short/feature film that offers the audience an entertaining and interesting insight into our community and world. Each film should be unique and cover a diverse range of issues, ideas or images. Creativity and simple story-telling is the key to a successful and meaningful short/feature film.
Screenplay
Is it original?
Was it captivating?
What is the aim/purpose of the film?
Does it successfully achieve its aim/purpose?
TOTAL: / 10
Cinematography
Are technical skills and/or methods used?
Does the cinematographer make good use of lighting and camera positioning?
TOTAL: / 10
Editing
Does the film flawlessly flow from scene to scene?
Does the editing aid or hinder the emotional build-up?
TOTAL: / 10
Soundtrack
Is it original?
Does it capture the mood of the scene?
TOTAL: / 10
Acting
Are the performances realist?
Are the selected actors suited for their roles?
TOTAL: / 10
(Source: http://www.nevisfilmfestival.com/judging_short.asp)
If you have anything to ask, kindly do so right away. Thanks!
