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Link to Phillip Blooms tutorial.

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Functional Skills

Tania, has asked me to pass on this message to Mike, Hassan, Matthew and Louisa.

Apparently, you have yet to sit your level 2 functional skills exam. You have passed your level 1 but not your level 2. Could you please come in and speak to exams (MIS) about arranging to sit the level 2 functional skill - i think it is maths.

I hope this makes sense?

Paul

Statistical Data Quiz

Question: Which post on your course blog had the most views over the last year?

Interesting.....

Work on Drives

Just to let you know that if you want any of your videos from the drives or macs you will need to come in next week, Monday/Tuesday at the latest, as the drives are being formatted on Wednesday.

Furthermore, if you want any of the folders that you have submitted over the last 2 years you will also need to collect these - they are being disposed of .

Can you let me know via this post when you will be coming in so that I can be around - don't just turn up or you might be playing where's Wally.

Some people don't always read this blog, strange that, but can some of you let them know via alternative forms of communication.

Cheerio.

SRF Student Copies

Hi Year just finished year 2's

All of your grades have ben submitted to Edexcel. You should receive in the next couple of days a pink  student copy of the SRF (Student Results Form; or something like that) and these are the final grades for each unit you have conducted.

I've noticed on a couple of the forms that i gave to you the week before we left for Manchester that there were a few typos - not everyone but I these have been pointed out to me some of you and also people who have double checked them here.

However, the pink form that you will receive is correct, as i've checked it, double checked and triple checked it. If when you get your certificates through they do not tally with the pink form you need to get in touch.

Finally, 5 of you (Mike, Rob, Nick, Josh & Alex) may notice that i have written on your SRF - I added a unit. This is ok as you can import other units from other Creative Media pathways on to the Film and TV pathway - it's just that the SRF is pathway specific.

Any questions get in touch.

p.s. does anyone want to work on the post-production of the Manchester short film? I'm busy all of this week, but it might be quieter on Thursday and Friday. Then I'm only in the following week and then I'm gone. LEt me know. Amy, I will need to speak to you about post when you have an opportunity.

Cheers!

Good Journey and Good Luck

It has been a hectic week - or was it all a dream/nightmare?

I didn't really think I had a suitable opportunity to say good luck/journey - I don't like saying goodbye as it sounds like I will never see you again.

Therefore, I'll start with the person who has made me laugh and scratch my head the most...Hassan.

Hassan, over the past year you have made me laugh more than anyone. Some of your videos are interesting and the remixes are some of the funniest things I have ever seen or heard - it should have been in the show Mark #Ibottledit. Good luck in Pakistan with the "village of the damed" and when it's done I would love to see it - make sure you do it motively.

Alex, I have been getting used to calling you by your real name but I still prefer Rambo. You have improved tremendously over your time with us. I have really enjoyed working with you last week and your effort is comendable. If you show the commitment to your uni course that you showed this week you will go far and will be an asset to any production - speak up a little more, don't be afraid to fight your corner and meet/work with new people as it will help you to develop.

Amy, I still remember when you kept coming in to see me and Mark well in advance of your course starting and I new then that you would be successful, as the desire to do the programme was evident. Low and behold you are now an award winning HE student even before you have started HE - I don't know how this is possible but roll with it. I really wish you would have stayed with us for another couple of years but I do think and feel that you have made the correct decision. Keep on showing that passion and desire and you will be a success. This week has been hard but if you look back (not just the week we have completed) you have single handily organised, managed and produced a short film for the whole group - I think you need an award just for that - you may have been put off producing but you have the people skills to make a good one. Good luck Amy and keep going.

Deborah, why on earth you are not going to HE baffles me. However, I'm sure you know best and considered your options throughly. Please, please, please promise me though that you will not give up, as I've seen time and time again students taking gap years and never going back - get back on the bandwagon next year (you can ask me for a reference). I remember you on Marks' level 2 programme - you were very much a theory person. Who would have thought that you would be one the most knowledgeable and productive people at using the 5D's - that's progress. You have a the mac for post but keep practising you camera as well.

The Dream Team, not including Hassan, as I think he had a transfer due to doing to much work. Therefore, Matt, Charlie and Seth.

Matt, only towards the end of the course did you become a filmmaker - why didn't you do this in the previous 18 months of the course - I really liked your short film. Your a nice guy and very likeable and one of the original Dream Team. However, your recent filmmaking achievements might mean that your membership in the Dream Team may not be renewed - progress. Good luck Matt and if you ever need anything get in touch.

Charlie, you have done my head in for 2 years and as of writing I hope the Stone Roses concert was good - I know you will be here, it's a pity I couldn't say that during class time. When you needed to do it you did it but I wonder what you could of achieved if you did it all of the time. You are pretty much the most laid back person I have ver met in fact you are horizontal. Take care Johnson, you definitely were the leader of the Dream Team and a good leader at that - if you had a plan I'm sure everyone would have loved it if it had come together.

Seth........good luck. Only Joking! You are a bit of an enigma, but funny. You were sacked by Angela, had the Ex1 for 2 weeks and returned it with no footage on and then when you were questioned as to why you had shot nothing you told us that "you had noticed that" there was no footage on the camera #Bonkers However, you were not a problem and you made me laugh on numerous occasions - good luck on your course next year.

Josh, well who would have thought it. I won't go in to details but you know what I mean. I'm really pleased for you Josh, I've got a big grin on my face as I writing this and thinking that he didn't even need me  #Imightaswellgohome. Your a really nice guy and I'm sure you will have success in everything you do. Take care mate, you'll have to let me know how life pans out and enjoy Salford!

Rob, Mr Animation. Some of your stuff is so cool and I'm sure that your gonna be a big success at Bristol. Keep it up, I'll check out your you tube to see what weird and wonderful creations you are pulling from the depths of your mind - some really are head scratchers.

Chloe. Good luck at Derby I hope it goes well. I still think that the advert you did in year 1 is one of the best and most creative I ever seen - it stands out. I think through-out the year you managed and constructed you blog the best - others in the group caught up with you but yours was always the exemplar blog - thanks for being the catalyst to getting better blogs.

Lizzy, so quiet, polite and good mannered. You produced some really good theory work and the practical work you have produced has been getting better as you have gone along. I know you will be on the same course as Mike and Rambo so keep your wits about you, as the RLB (Rambo's Ludicrous Business) production team are formidable opposition. Good luck and I hope everything goes well for you at Stafford.

Mike, who would have thought that you would be going on to HE. You've told me before about how you didn't complete the course prior to my arrival but you've dug in and made a good decision to do it this time. It's been a hard slog but you've done it, and to a good standard at that - I know your pleased. Keep it up at Staffs and I'm pretty certain you will do well - you should consider the live stuff as the way you managed the team at the TORC centre this year was really good - possible career in Live TV? Who knows.

Louisa, I know how hard you've worked to get the grade you did and because of that you will be going to uni. You were really good on the Trent and Dove shots we went on, even though it was a tough shoot. However, I thank you for the help you provided me with. Good luck at staffs, keep working hard and you will be fine - take care.

Jack, most improved student in year 2 without a doubt - no argument as you were one of the worst in year 1. I couldn't believe it at the start of year 2 that only 2 preople had done the work i set over the Summer and you were one of them. Were you replaced by an alien life-form over the Summer as you came back motivated, hungry and also quite keen to do the work - WOW! However, you still need to work on the 9am issue. Good Luck mate.

John, I hope everything is OK. A very hard worker, someone you can count on when the chips are down. Mark always said after the music video shoot you went on with him he would take you on a shoot anytime because your hardworking and you do what your told - important qualities. I know you are going to pursue the Video Dodo (only joking) thing but I don't get it - probably because i'm old or just like good TV. I hope it works out for you and then you can come back and call me an idiot. I wouldn't mind that at all, in fact I want you to. Good luck mate!

Nicholas (Tania inspired), I'll be seeing you next year. Keep making stuff. I now you've got stuff planned over the Summer but keep working on the post stuff you've been doing - especially the colour grading as this is something we will be working on. Finally, get that showreel finished. Thanks for your help making a decision whether to go Hollywood or Gritty British Cinema on the colour grading of Dragonfly. However, after thinking about it can we look at creating a Romanian Post-Modern Cinema style grade as it intrigues me? See you in September.

I think thats everyone...Only joking Elliot. Elliot, where do I start...Your actually a nice guy. During this last week everyone that has known you for a very short while speaks positively about you - thats great! I still want to see this Zombie movie so when you do make it you will have to let me see it. Wherever you end up (Australia, West Coast America or Disneyland) I hope you keep making films - some of those short ones were great. Good luck and keep making films.

Finally, I'm not someone that really gets flustered or emotional (as you probably know) but, as I'm writing this I'm actually welling up - whether that's because I don't feel that I've had the best week and I'm really tired or I'm losing two very good friends (two of the best lecturers I have ever worked with and you should all feel very lucky to have been taught by these two people) or I just really liked you all and I will miss you - yes even you Elliot. Therefore, you horrible lot must of had an impact of some sort on me - I can confirm you did my head in a bit, OK a lot but it has been really good fun as well.

And on that note, as I wipe my eyes (can't believe this, I haven't cried since super Stevie Claridge scored the winner against Crystal Palace in the Championship playoff final at Wembley to secure the mighty Leicester City's promotion to the Premiership. It wasn't the goal, it was that I fell 7 rows forward and broke my ankle and 4 fingers in the process- I digress) all that is left to say is "Here endeth the lesson".

See you around!

Monday....

Hello! 

Hope you are all resting up and getting in the zone for the trip next week?

On Monday morning meet by the University entrance...

There are two departure times as we are in two buses as you know.

8.45 (or there abouts) departure

Myself and Paul will be in the people carrier with:

Amy / Alex

10.30 [be there before though] departure

Chris, Marie and Andy will be on the minibus with the following students:

Mike / Lizzy / Hassan / John / Deborah / Seth / Nick / Elliot / Louisa

Don't go OTT with luggage as we also have equipment to take with us.

We are booked into Media City at 1pm and will be shown around by John Sweeney - best behaviour please...

Let's make a great short!

See you Monday

Outstanding theory work - everyone please read!

This is the state of play at present.  I realise that some of you may be in the process of completing work and uploading to the blog - that's fine, you don't need to speak to me!

However, please check that this list corresponds with your records and speak to me if you have uploaded work and I have missed it.

MOST IMPORTANTLY - if your work is showing as 'private' I cannot access this to mark it so you will need to check this (these issues are highlighted on the list).  I know some of you are having problems with this but have another look at your settings.

Well done to those of you complete or 'almost complete' - time is running out!

Outstanding Theory Work LINK

Manchester Meeting Thursday

Manchester Crew.

We need to have a pre-shoot meeting tomorrow in order that you all know where were at and what is happening next week - schedule, responsibilities and who's making the dinner.

Can we say 10am?

CHARLIE JOHNSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CCCCCHHHHHAAAARRRRLLLLLIIIIIEEEEEE.

You need to speak to Lindsay today and submit all outstanding work.

I will speak to you tomorrow about your practical work.

Your mission, if you decide to accept it.....you have accepted it and you will do it.

You've got until Friday to do.

Come on!!!!

Thank you...

The show was very hectic and a bit of a whirlwind (although i think it came together very well - even Ezra worked, kind of, without music!)

I digress (in true G-Man fashion) - I just wanted to make it clear that I was very surprised and moved by your gift and card. I don't know whether this came across in all the after show madness - so I just wanted to say thank you as it was very kind and very thoughtful! Very good choice...(smiley face right?) :)

I hope you have all had a good evening...what were your highlights?

Mine:

3. Paul - "there's no point in you being here"

2. Me and Paul losing it whilst describing the EX-1....we have hopefully made sure that you will never forget how to use this camera?

1. Hassan as Mr Takagi - "i don't know....you kill me?"

Oh, and of course your other films were great too! Anyway, thank you again....and lets make a great short next week - no Eden madness please ;)

export

remember to use quicktime conversion....settings should be same as timeline cheers...and good luck!

CIQ Wednesday 13th June

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Late Night Opening

If any of you want to stay late and WORK at college this coming week I am willing to stay at college on Tuesday and Thursday evening.

Tuesday - 5.30 - 7.30
Thursday - 4.30 - 7.30

If you want to stay late and WORK can you please let me know via this post, as if there are not enough people wanting to stay it is unlikely Chris will authorise it. Just let me know which of the days you will be attending - if any.

Remember, the deadline for all work is 9am on Monday 18th June.

I'm around on Thursday so if you need to speak to me about what you need to submit can you pick a slot via a comment to this post. It's important that we look at your blogs to make sure that everything you should have submitted has been submitted.

Time slots: 9.30, 9.45, 10, 10.15, 10.30, 10.45, 11, 11.15, 11.30, 11.45, 12, 13.30, 13.45, 14, 14.15, 14.30, 14.45.

Look at other individuals comments to make sure that you do not double book - it's going to be a busy day.

Cheers

Paul

East Midlands Today 7.30PM Tonight

Watch East Midlands Today (if you can get it where you are) at 7.30pm on BBC1 to see and interview with.......

Encounters Deadline - 5pm today

http://www.encounters-festival.org.uk/

CIQ Friday 1st June 2012

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CIQ Thursday 31st May 2012

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Britain in a Day Q & A Session

I've attached 4 links to the Q & A session after the preview screening of Britain in a Day at the Media Museum in Bradford. I've had to edit it into 4 parts due to upload restrictions.

The Director, Morgan Matthews, discusses the production with an invited audience.

It was recorded on an iphone so the video quality is poor but the audio is OK - worth a watch especially as you have all participated in similar (smaller scale) projects.

PART 1:

PART 2:

PART 3:

PART 4:

Britain in a Day

Britain in a Day to be screened on BBC2 at 9pm on Monday 11th June.


You should watch it and see how it compares to all the viral videos that you have been making this year. You never know, you might even see some footage that you submitted! That's if you did submit anything.

CIQ Wednesday 30th May 2012

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24 hour film challenge

A group of students won the 24 hour Five Lamps Film challenge this past weekend. The winner gets to use a RED camera for a week and a dinner with Mike Hodges (dir. Get Carter), plus other prizes. 

Something to think about...

 

CIQ Friday 25th May 2012

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CIQ Thursday 24th May 2012

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Recce...

Paul - Amy has some info for you that she will post below

Skyfall

CIQ Friday 18th May 2012

Please post here - can we try and get everyone to complete please? Thank you to the 8 that responded yesterday.

CIQ Thursday 17th May 2012

Please post your responses here - I'm sure there are more than 5 students in the class.

CIQ Wednesday 16th May 2012

Can you all please complete the CIQ today? I need to achieve 2000 individual responses by the end of the academic year.

CIQ Friday 11th May 2012

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CIQ Thursday 10th May 2012

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The directors cut

Prometheus will not be watered down after all:
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=33910

Inspire - Against the Ropes

Amy have you had confirmation about the submission of the film?

Corporate Video Work

I have been looking at blogs and most people are missing all or some of the production planning for the Heritage/Trent & Dove project

The videos are very good so it would be a shame if we have to drop this unit - so can we get the planning on blogs as soon as possible?

2 Be able to plan corporate or promotional programmes to a brief

Production requirements: client’s specification; audience needs; using appropriate techniques (single camera, multi-camera, sound dubs, studio, location); using appropriate formats

Planning: scheduling; production and management roles; monitoring progress; identifying logistics

Resources: time; budget; physical, eg equipment, location, studio, properties; people, eg crew, talent

cheers,

Mark

Location Recce (23rd)

@Amy - minibus is booked. can only take the 3 people you've mentioned as they are on the risk assessment

CIQ Wednesday 9th May 2012

Please post here - much better last Friday, it must have been the force.

Final Heritage Request

Don't panic Alex....

Angela has emailed me asking for:

another still of Dereece, Tom, and Lisa, as the pics Rob used for the credits are not very complimentary when added for the book

also Amy was going to send me a written version of her story, would you be able to ask her to email it to me please

can someone sort out the stills and can Amy do the story? Thanks!

RE: Manchester Deposits

I have been told this morning that the deposit is non-refundable. However, there are funds available from the college if a learner wants to attend the trip but cannot due to cost. Chris is able to supply details if you are interested in attending.

Deposit refunds

I have spoken to management and they have said that a deposit is a deposit, i.e. it is unlikely that you will get a refund. However, no final decision will be made until next week.

I'd like to add that Chris paid the full amount after he spoke to the group as everyone seemed keen to go and assured him that they wanted to go. Obviously, we understand that there are certain circumstances where people must drop out but if people begin to drop out en masse with no real reason then that is very disappointing.

As I say, the decision regarding deposit refunds will be decided next week but be aware that Chris has paid a lot of money for this trip [he cancelled a photography show] and £50 covers a small fraction of what the trip is costing.

On another note, we need to be far more proactive in organising the shoot - we aren't making enough progress at the moment and it seems that there is a general lack of enthusiasm. This is a fantastic opportunity - use it!

CIQ Friday May the 4th be with you 2012

Please post here my Padawans....use the force to complete the CIQ. Looking at yesterdays response the force isn't strong with most of you.

A guilty pleasure perhaps???

"I'm back!!!"

CIQ Thursday 3rd May 2012

Please post here - three is terrible. And remember it is Star Wars day tomorrow.

CIQ Wednesday 2nd May 2012

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Manchester trip - progress

You can use this post to keep us up to date with how you're getting along with the planning of the trip....and vise-versa. First on the check list - we have a mini-bus driver.

Kermode's Film Club...

No introduction needed...

CIQ Friday 27th April 2012

Please post here - can we beat 4?

CIQ Thursday 26th April

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New Prometheus stuff...

Interview with Ridley Short Featurette

48fps...a mistake?

http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/2012/apr/25/the-hobbit-first-screening-cinemacon?intcmp=ILCMUSTXT9388

CIQ Wednesday 25th April 2012

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Last theory assignments!!!

The link for the last two Film Studies assignments is on the theory tab.
We have some topics still to cover in theory classes, but there should also be time to watch some films!

I believe there are only two people who have already completed these module units last year (and gained maximum grade) - but speak to me if you are unsure.

Questionnaire for Yr1 group

They have asked if you would complete this audience questionnaire.  There is an email address at the bottom of the page - could you forward the completed form to this please?

Joel will be adding the questionnaire in a comment below.

Any questions, ask Joel!

I need........a voiceover artist

I need someone to record a voiceover for the Trent and Dove project. I want to do it this Thursday and then finally finish the production.

Male or female, I don't mind, I just need it doing on Thursday.

Any takers?

Inspire Deadline Extended

http://www.inspirefilmfestival.org/?p=252

CIQ 19th April 2012

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Heritage...again

Amir's title for the opening

Amir Kabal OBE
Director
East Staffordshire Rights and Equality Council


Ben Robinson images - link HERE

G-Man Video

"I'm looking at showing the "lamestream News" organizations dodging the real questions, reporting on issues that don't really matter. Would be good to show "shadowy figures in the background as puppeteers and the media as puppets.

Could also show the people (puppets sitting in darkness/expressionless....)

We then see "anonymous" ZeN peeps gathering news from obscure sites that have 100% authenticated information

The promo could also show kids writing/taking pics via phones & texting info all from around the globe then it lands on ZeN's desk who then re-distribute the info in it's various forms via our website (ZeN411.co.uk),internet/workshop.

ZeN's aim is to "show people what they didn't know they didn't know"

Ps, "411 is directory inquiries in the USA"

G-Man will be in next Wednesday at 2pm to discuss the project

CIQ Wednesday 18th April

Please post here - will the group be able to beat 5 responses?

It would be nice if individuals tried.

FREAK OUT £1.50!!!!!!!!!!

Pass Class Part 2.

I've attached the brief for tomorrow PM so that you can have a look through it before you arrive.

LINK HERE

You will need to bring a DVD in with you (if you forget or do not have one you can select one form the LRC) in order to complete the task - read the brief for guidance.

Please read through the brief before you arrive (if you read the blog) so that you are familiar with what you need to do - you might want to research some of the content before you arrive.

Have fun!

Heritage DVD

@Alex...or anyone who sees this

can you bring the current DVD into college - even if its the one with spelling errors?

Angela needs it in the morning - can you bring it in first thing tomorrow?

cheers,
Mark

Corporate Video Written Assignnment

Just a reminder that this is on the blog....

We're not going to be spending any class time on this, although obviously ask me if you don't understand any criteria!

You all need this to complete the module for corporate video so please have a look at this asap.

Act of Valor - shot on mk II

Just came across this interesting fact that 'Act of Valor' (which doesn't look, narratively, very interesting) was predominantly shot on 5D Mk II's:

http://www.dvinfo.net/news/canoncamerasshootactofvalor.html

"the camera is nothing less than a “game-changer” for motion-picture production"

check out the trailer - shows what the camera is capable of

Eden Monday

Information for the Eden individuals:

Chris sent an email on Thursday with the following information. Everyone to meet outside the college. We are leaving at 9am. I suggest we meet outside the main reception and then go and get the bus. Can we just make sure that everyone gets this message - spread the word, as not everyone reads the blog. See you Monday!

Heritage...

FAO Alex

Angela is chasing the Heritage film - could you burn it onto a disc and bring it to college on the Monday we leave for Eden? We will get you a replacement disc if you use your own

Anyone who sees this post can you forward the info to alex? thanks

Corporate Video Report

Now on the theory tab - read through this over the Easter break and feel free to start planning / writing if you have time.

CIQ 30th March

Please post here - 5 is terrible

What really motivates us?

this is truly fascinating...please spare 10 minutes to watch it - you may find it somewhat enlightening

For those who like TV drama....

In the article below, a New York TV critic discusses the pros and cons of the The Wire and The Sopranos and decides which is 'The Greatest TV Drama of the Past 25 Years'

it's all subjective of course but it's still a great read for those who are familiar with the shows...and if you're not perhaps this will encourage you all to watch them - both absolutely fantastic: "they left [their] footprints and fingerprints on the medium"

http://www.vulture.com/2012/03/drama-derby-finals-the-wire-vs-the-sopranos.html?mid=nymag_press

CIQ Thursday 29th March

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CIQ Wednesday 28th March

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Eden Forms

Chris has forwarded me the following documents that you need to complete in order to attend the trip:

Personal Details Form

Diversity Monitoring Form

They must be filled in and signed ASAP

Cheers

Vimeo School - final cut short cuts

Vimeo have posted a list of keyboard short cuts, which you may find useful

http://vimeo.com/videoschool/lesson/183/final-cut-pro-keyboard-shortcuts

Heritage Acknowledgements @Rob

STUDENTS
Amy Dean
Deborah Aucote
Nick Williams
Robert Markland
Alex Gilbert
Josh Shaw
Elliot Bell
John Joyce
Jack Geary
Lizzy Rice
Chloe Deacon
Matt McGlynn
Louisa Stretton
Mike Considine
Hassan Arshad
Charlie Johnson
Seth James

Burton & South Derbyshire College
Chris Beech
Mark Duggan
Paul Smith
Lance Scott-Jones

Project WIRED
Craig Hartwell
Co Producer
Jemma Miller
Music Producer


Interviewing & Filming Techniques workshop 25th & 26th July 2011
Craig Hartwell/Gemma Miller/Peter Jordan

Byron Baldwin
Talisha Daji
Lydia Alexander
Rudy Omisore
Ajoa Campbell
Courtney Carruthers
Danika Warrior
Chanice Daji
Mackai Daji
Dominique Kniveton
Liam Dawson
Lydia Cotton
Lydia Anguish


East Staffordshire Racial Equality Council

Amir Kabal
Director

Anne Grantham
Deputy Director

Angela Bailey
Project Co-ordinator


THANK YOU
Heritage Lottery
East Staffordshire Borough Council
Staffordshire Council
Molson Coors
Burton and South Derbyshire College
Project Wired
Executive Committee
All Participants
Mayor
Ben Robinson

LIST OF INTERVIEWEES
Tom / Iris Douce
Denise Patterson
Rudy Omisore
Tara Lunn
Ben Robinson
Neville Brown
Lisa Jackson
Sheila, Barrie & Michael Baker
Ben Flash
Ezra Owen
Jackline Brammah
Jim Cairns
Amy Dean
Dereece Gibson
Jeanette & Sonia Douglas
Serena Bibi
Tony Michael
James Wilson
Mark Rizk
Mick & Jan Bott
Vitor Azevedo
Jemma Miller

CIQ Friday 23rd March

Please Post Here - Getting better a massive 5 yesterday (29%). Can we do any better?

CIQ Thursday 22nd

Please post your responses here - can we do better than 3 today?

The art of avoiding violence

a humorous look at the lightsabre duel in Star Wars Episode I

Prometheus Q&A

Check out this Ridley Scott Q&A



also, for those who like to take a closer look, check out this trailer breakdown by Empire:

http://www.empireonline.com/features/prometheus-trailer-breakdown-2

CIQ Friday 16th March

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CIQ Thursday 15th March

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Payment - Manchester Film Shoot

I now have the payment slips for the Manchester shoot. The college is confirming final numbers with the youth hostel on April 24th, so if you want to come then you need to pay your £50 by then

$250,000 to make a feature!

check out this comp - the winner gets $250,000 to turn their script into a feature film! amazing opportunity - especially as you will get to direct it!!!

http://www.personanongrata.org/#competition

CIQ Friday 9th March

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New theory assignment!

Can you all check the theory tab and download the new version of this assignment. I've amended task 2 slightly so please check this before you complete.

@alex...revised running order

Mark Rizk is to appear between James Wilson and Mick Bott

Spielberg vs. Cameron....who wins?

http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/fo-face-off-steven-spielberg-vs-james-cameron

Hogwarts....this is amazing!

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2109071/Incredibly-detailed-model-Hogwarts-Castle-used-Harry-Potter-film-revealed-time.html

Cubic Zirconia

this is quite an interesting little term:

http://blogs.indiewire.com/criticwire/cubic-zirconia-era-of-hollywood#

and the article from which this new term originated:
http://www.howaboutwe.com/date-report/the-bittersweet-rise-and-fall-of-the-romantic-comedy/

CIQ Wednesday 7th March

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5 Basics Film Directors Must Master

this is a great Raindance article

http://www.raindance.co.uk/site/5-basics-film-directors-must-master

Cinema of Poverty

You have spoken about poverty as a theme and idea - here is a link to the Erik Knudsen essay Cinema of Poverty

Heritage Running Order

• TOM DOUCE (DERBY)
• DENISE PATTERSON (Winshill, BURTON)
• RUDY OMISORE (Stapenhill, BURTON)
• TARA LUNN (BURTON)
• BEN ROBINSON (BURTON)
• NEVILLE BROWN (Littleover, DERBY)
• LISA JACKSON (NOTTINGHAM)
• SHEILA & BARRY/MICHAEL BAKER (Stapenhill, BURTON)
• BEN FLASH (BURTON)
• EZRA OWEN (BURTON)
• JACQUELINE BRAMMAH (Spondon, DERBY)
• JIM CAIRNS (BURTON)
• AMY DEAN (BURTON)
• DEREECE GIBSON (BURTON)
• JENNY/SONIA DOUGLAS (BURTON)
• SERENA BIBI (BURTON)
• TONY MICHAEL (Central, DERBY)
• JAMES WILSON (FRANCE)
• MICK BOTT (Stapenhill, BURTON)
• VITOR AZEVEDO (DERBY)
• GEMMA MILLER (Stapenhill, BURTON)

Cinema Food Prices

He probably shouldn't have bought them but this is still quite funny...

http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/2012/mar/06/detroit-cinema-sued-snack-prices?intcmp=ILCMUSIMG9382

Blade Runner Essays

Submitted:
Alex Gilbert
Amy Dean
Chloe Deacon
Matt McGlynn
Rob Markland
Deborah Aucote
Jack Geary
Nick Williams
Mike Considine

Link but no access:
Elliot Bell
Josh Shaw
Seth James
Charlie Johnson

No Link:
Lizzy Rice
Louisa Stretton
Hassan Arshad
John Joyce

If you are in this final group I have checked your blogs and can't find it. This essay must be on your blog this week - it was exam conditions and therefore you submit your work during that time period. Currently you will be listed as a referral

50 Most Hated Movies

these films nuked the fridge and jumped the shark...

http://www.totalfilm.com/features/50-most-hated-movies-ever-made

CIQ Friday 2nd March

Post Here Please - Interested to see how you found the lesson today.

Risk, Money, Craft & Collaboration

Some of you have mentioned that you found the Coppola quote on themes inspirational....here is the article it was taken from

http://the99percent.com/articles/6973/Francis-Ford-Coppola-On-Risk-Money-Craft-Collaboration

"An essential element of any art is risk. If you don’t take a risk then how are you going to make something really beautiful, that hasn’t been seen before?"

CIQ Thursday 1st March 2012

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Themes

You're currently writing your scripts but how many of you have considered your films theme???

"Eh? What's a theme????"

Themes are so important in film, television, novels, etc. etc. Get that right and you'll be okay....

I've shared this powerpoint on themes and subtext...it contains some fairly straightforward examples (Lord of the Rings, Twilight) but hopefully you will find it beneficial

https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B9hn1oU4BLukZTBDNFFGRFFTVW1HWkFaY1dWelFjUQ

"When you make a movie, always try to discover what the theme of the movie is in one or two words. Every time I made a film, I always knew what I thought the theme was, the core, in one word. In “The Godfather,” it was succession. In “The Conversation,” it was privacy. In “Apocalypse,” it was morality.... knowing the theme helps you make a decision when you’re not sure which way to go" 
- Francis Ford Coppola

The Test!!!!! Aaaaaaarrrrggggggggghhhhh!!!!

Tomorrow is the big "test"

The film will be screened at 10am.
You will then have 13.15 - 15.00 and then 15.15 to 16.00 to write your response.

You will be expected to use other examples of single camera productions in your writing and also use images to enhance it - the internet can be used for these purposes. However, you are not to copy and paste essays/literature

You can take notes whilst watching the film and you can bring these notes into the classroom. You can bring published literature in. You can go to the library and get some books out if you want. However, no mobile phones or storage devices.

As it is an academic form of writing you will also need to make sure you reference your sources using Harvard Referencing. You can use this link regarding how to reference using Harvard:
http://library.leeds.ac.uk/referencing-harvard#website

You need to specifically focus on:

Narrative Structure: Non/Linear, Flashback, Non/Realist, Open/closed ending
Technical Aspects:Camera Techniques, Lighting, sound and editing

Shut up and drive....

As you're currently writing your scripts, take a look at the link below. Hopefully it will give you an indication as to how a script should be formatted....or if not, it'll be a good read anyway

https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B9hn1oU4BLukX2FCUVRhQ29RcWUzRUdHMndmamk1UQ

Every Best Picture

Empire's in-depth look at every Best Picture Winner at the Academy Awards and who they beat:

http://www.empireonline.com/features/oscar-best-picture-winners/

Very interesting and a useful resource...

Prometheus viral video

New Raindance Tip - Write What You Know

This short article has some tips about writing what you know...

http://www.raindance.co.uk/site/how-to-write-what-you-know

Alliteration?....Erm, terrible title

According to Empire, The Avengers has a new title....but is this necessary?

http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=33259

Crushing Blows review

saw this on twitter....an online review of the bands single, which mentions the video - they seem to like it, so well done to those involved

http://musicliberation.blogspot.com/2012/02/single-review-crushing-blows-hiding.html

Wednesday's lesson - 'Film & Video'

We will be watching part 1 of the channel 4 series, Red Riding.

Please read the following short article before the session to familiarise yourself with the themes / concepts we will be discussing.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/2009/feb/28/david-peace-red-riding-tv

The article discusses the original novels, upon which the series was based, but also talks in some detail on the TV adaptation and its controversial subject matter.

Film Review assignment

This brief is now on the theory tab - apologies for the delay!

Please try to get this completed asap as we are moving on to a different module - "TV & Video" - in tomorrow's class.

Dragon Tattoo title sequence

An in-depth article on Fincher's Dragon Tattoo title sequence http://www.artofthetitle.com/2012/02/21/the-girl-with-the-dragon-tattoo/

Exposures - Best Director

Saw this at Exposures last week....the film won an award for best director.

The documentary is about men in India who choose to keep a moustache...I thought it was very good

That was a mistake...

a list of Best Picture winners that probably shouldn't have won...thoughts?

http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20311937_20572218,00.html

So, the big question is: will The Artist be added to this list one day? Did the oscars drop the ball (again)?

Best Film
Drive (not even nominated!?!?), Tree of Life (arguably the most ambitious film of the year, regardless of what you think of it), Hugo, Beginners, The Descendents, Shame...

Best Actor
did The Artist contain the best male performance of 2011 (over michael fassbender, andy serkis, ryan gosling, brad pitt, gary oldman, george clooney, etc).

Best Director
was that the film that contained the best direction of 2011?

I know what i think....what about you?

answers on a post card

CIQ Friday 24th February

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Heritage

Complete:

Wind rush opening
Neville
Serena
Dereese
Mark Rizk
Vitor (just need cutaways)

We need to assign responsibilities to each one of you so that the project is completed - if nobody offers, Paul and I will simply give you something to do

Amy has kindly produced this list of where everything is:

MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE:

• WIND-RUSH SEQUENCE
• SERENA UNFINISHED
• NEVILLE ROUGH CUT(SHOW EDIT)
• LISA ROUGH CUT
• MICK ROUGH DRAFT SHOW EDIT
• DEREECE ROUGH CUT (SHOW EDIT)
• BEN ROBINSON ROUGH CUT- (SHOW EDIT)
• EZRA

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS:

• BYFA FOOTAGE DEREECE

POKEMON:

• DEREECE FINISHED EDIT
• MARK RIZK FINISHED
• BEN- (DEBORAHS SHOOT -NOT BEN ROBINSON)

COUNT DUCKULA:

• LISA
• MICK BOTT
• SEREENA

ALEXS DRIVE:

• TOM SHOP-2ND SHOOT

MY LITTLE PONY:

• TARA PLUS CONVERTED
• SHEILA (1ST SHOOT/INTERVIEW WITH BABY)
• MICK BOTT-CONVERTED

WHEELED WARRIOR:

• NEVILLE
• GEMMA
• JAKI
• EZRA PICS AND BEN FLASH PICS TO PUT IN.

PAW PAW BEAR:

• BEN FLASH FOOTAGE
• VITOR
• BEN ROBINSON

STEAMBOAT WILLIE:

• DENISE
• LISA (ORIGINAL FOOTAGE FROM 600 AND 5D AND SOUND)

SHARKY AND GEORGE:

• VITOR CONVERTED FOOTAGE ORIGINAL FILES TOO

Raindance Indie Tips

Raindance is a massively useful resource for all filmmakers - I could literally spend hours on there reading articles

Here is the RESOURCE page

Here are some links to writing tips

How to start a script

creating a personal genre

character questions

5 ways movies replace dialogue

the theme

10 things before submitting a script

CIQ Thursday 23rd February

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Creeeeepy......

Here is an early eye replacement test done by Stuart Samuels (who you may remember) on the statues from the 'I Dream of Becoming a Girl' music video

Free Scriptwriting Software

To aid you in formatting your script, here is a link that Paul found to some free software

http://www.celtx.com/

CIQ Wednesday 22nd February

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@john, amy, deborah

remember that muddy cellar?

Breaking News.....

Check out Condorman's latest starring role in the latest Toy Story short "Small Fry".

You of little faith who did not believe that Condorman was an iconic character in cinema history; even Pixar are aware of his greatness. Ignore the fact that he is portrayed as a "Happy Meal Toy" that nobody wants (I think Pixar may not have conducted their research correctly - take note learners) he has re-established himself as an A-list Hollywood superstar.

Check out this blog which states how loved Condorman is!

http://pixartimes.com/2011/12/07/toy-story-small-fry-character-bios/

The short can be seen prior to the new Muppets Movie.

We all love sequels....right?

I was on vimeo today and, if you head over there, you may notice that 'Heartstrings' is currently on the main page as a recommended film (you may even notice that i posted the first comment. perhaps I should have done that thing they do on aintitcool news stories - "first! wahooo"....or maybe not)

Anyway, the film currently has 24,000 views, which is astounding...it goes to show how good student films can be and the talent you can find on display at festivals such as Exposures

Upon noticing 'Heartstrings' on the main page, I looked at the filmmakers page to see what they have been up to and noticed a new film...it appears to be a sequel (oh no!!!!)

What do you think people?

Knit'n'Purl from Rhiannon Evans on Vimeo.

Trip - Manchester

Can anyone contact the people who weren't in on Friday and tell them we need a definite yes or no for the Manchester trip? Remind them of the cost (£50)...full details here: http://movingimage-year2.blogspot.com/2012/02/manchester-trip.html

You can post your name on this post but it has to be a firm commitment as we need to confirm numbers with the youth hostel. Subsequently, if your name is not on here by 21st Feb we will have to rule you out of the trip

Currently listed as attending are:

Amy
Seth
Nick
Louisa
Chloe
Elliot
Hassan
Alex
Lizzy
Mike

Thanks,
Mark

Your Film Festival Brief

Link to brief is HERE

Manchester trip

Plans are currently being made for the short film shoot (25th-29th June)

The Story

We are giving the group the opportunity to create the story for our short. Therefore, we would like you all to produce an idea for a script...the story can be about anything - but be realistic! It is unlikely that we will be able to stage a police shoot out and we only have 3 full days to shoot it!

Paul and I are in agreement that a simple story is best, with one or two main characters. If you are struggling to make a start on your story, consider things that are happening around you - friends, society, etc.

“A good place for you to begin is to draw from your whole background of experience” (Linda Cowgill, Writing Short Films)

Key dates

23/02/12: Ideas are to be presented (informal pitch) to the group and discussed openly (feasibility)

01/03/12: Final idea/Script (this can be developed once picked, however)

Paul and I will make the final decision on which story/script we will be shooting in Manchester...

Cost

It has been decided by Chris that, due to ever expanding costs, students need to contribute £50 towards the trip.

We realise that this has changed but it means that people have to make a commitment to going and we still feel that this will be a great trip for the cost....

Derby Quad

This Film Will Change Your Life

Young people aged 16-25 are invited to join QUAD's Youth Review for a 6 week project exploring specialised film and creating a response. This project starts mid-February and is FREE

Please contact Quad's Educational Team on 01332 285425 or education@derbyquad.co.uk

CIQ Thursday 9th January

Please post here

BBFC

Here's a link to the new BBFC student site.

http://www.sbbfc.co.uk/

I recommend that you sign up as it allows you to save content etc.

This is an excellent resource for your new assignment (as well as the next module)!

Amazing!

what do you think?

External Feedback Dream Team Live Show

Please post your comments here about your views and opinions regarding the programme "Hall of Film". This blog post is not intended for comments by Year 2.

Question 1: What were the good points of the show?

Question 2: What were the bad points of the show?

Question 3: How did you feel about the show and the content?

Question 4: Overall Opinion of the show?

Question 5: If you could give it a mark out of 10 (0 being the worst) what grade would you give it?

External Feedback A-Team Live Show

Please post your comments here about your views and opinions regarding the programme "Exposure". This blog post is not intended for comments by Year 2.

Question 1: What were the good points of the show?

Question 2: What were the bad points of the show?

Question 3: How did you feel about the show and the content?

Question 4: Overall Opinion of the show?

Question 5: If you could give it a mark out of 10 (0 being the worst) what grade would you give it?

@Amy

do you still have that small bolt/screw?

if so, would you bring it in on weds?

thanks,
mark

Kermode on Dragon Tattoo - why remake it?

CIQ Thursday 2nd February

Post here please

Crushing Blows...

After much consideration, filming has unfortunately been cancelled for students involved with tomorrows shoot.

I will update you with details when I have chance to speak with you.

CIQ Wednesday 1st Feb

Post Here Please - Everyone

Is Viggo De Niro...

Crushing Blows...

Early start tomorrow - gonna be a tiring couple of days but let's work hard and create a great video

We have to move quickly in the cave tomorrow as we have a limited amount of time so it's important we all dive in and get the job done

dress warmly and remember your lunch!

see you tomorrow people!

Eden Project April 2012

Thank you all that have shown an interest in going on the filming trip to the Eden Project in April.

We only had a limited number of spaces on the trip, as it also involves photography and graphics learners. Consequently, we can only take 4 learners from the group with us.

Therefore, it has been decided that Amy, Charlie, Deborah and Elliot will be going on this particular project. We will speak to the four of you individually and discuss the trip further, later on this week. There are specific reasons why you have been selected to participate and I will discuss these with on Thursday.

Can you all please confirm that you are still interested in going.

I'm sorry that we were not able to take the whole group with us but we are restricted due to space on the minibus. If you have any concerns please speak directly to me.

I'm certain that as the academic year progresses there will be other opportunities for you all to participate outside of your classroom time (Manchester in June) in filming activities. New projects keep popping up and we will inform you when we have further opportunities.

Paul

Crushing Blows Shoot

Firstly, some info from me...

Thanks to all those who showed interest in getting involved with the Crushing Blows video shoot on Thursday. I took all the names and discussed them with Paul and Lindsay.

Both Paul and Lindsay felt that the student who has worked hardest, and will therefore be joining the crew, is...Alex Gilbert

Well done Alex! Will see you Thursday

Secondly:

Kate Atchison, who is producing the Crushing Blows music video, has written a note for those involved in the shoot...

"Hi Guys!

Before we embark on this project, I just wanted to suggest a few things that you may want to bring with you over the two days. And also give you some basic information about the locations.

Wednesday - Meet outside college at 7am

On the first day we will be filming at Pooles Cavern in Buxton (01298 26978). There is no reception for mobile phones in the caves so this would be the contact telephone number in case of an emergency. My mobile number is 07532 130309 and I will have my phone with me at all times as an alternative contact number.

The caves are 2 million years old and have many protected rare natural rock formations. For this reason we are very lucky to have been granted access to restricted areas of natural beauty and need to bear in mind that we should act in accordance with the strict health and safety policy of the cavern manager Alan.

The caves are quite drippy and so I would advise you to wear sturdy footwear such as boots/wellies with a good grip/ walking shoes and warm layers that you can add or take off depending on the temperature. At some points we will be 200ft underground and it is pretty cold when you are standing about, a waterproof coat/cagool would also be advised.
There is toilet facilities and a small café at the visitor centre but I would advise bringing a packed lunch, drinks and snacks for the day if possible.
We will be leaving the caves at approx 17:30.

Thursday - Meet outside college for 8am

The second day we will be filming in Baddesley Ensor. This is a small village near Atherstone, Warwickshire. There will be a number of scenes filmed here and the general wooded areas are very muddy so please bring waterproof footwear such as wellies. We are not going to be near any shops so you will need packed lunch, drinks and snacks. WARM WATERPROOF CLOTHES ESSENTIAL!!
We will be leaving the location approx 16:00 (could be later, however).

You have all been assigned roles for the two days, which may change due to unforeseen circumstances. We do ask that you embrace your individual responsibilities as we are very tight on time and need to make sure that we are working safely and productively at all times.

If anyone has any queries that Mark can’t answer please do not hesitate to contact me on my mobile. If you need to leave earlier than the times given you will need to be collected from the location.

Its going to be a fantastic experience for us all to collect some amazing footage and work with the band on a video that will be used to promote their European tour this April!

I look forward to working with you all.

Kate"

CIQ 26th January 2011

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Music Video - Crew Member Needed

Next week I am shooting another music video with Crushing Blows...

I need an extra crew member for the second day of shooting on the Thursday (2nd Feb).

If you are interested, place your name below. Once I have some names, myself, Paul and Lindsay will have a discussion regarding who we think should go...

Deborah and Amy have been asked already due to the amount of work that they have done on Heritage this term.

The video will be quite epic in scope - with much of it being shot in a cave (see below).

The narrative will have a fairy-tale-esque feel with a Red Riding Hood type lead character who the band will serenade...

This is the track: http://crushingblows.bandcamp.com/track/i-dream-of-becoming-a-girl

Day 2 will involve shooting external elements of the narrative. If you are interested in helping on the 2nd Feb, post below...

Snibston Edit

@Nick

Maurice has called a few times regarding the edit of the Snibston project - so we need to edit it as soon as possible.

Can you work on it tomorrow?

Short Film Shoot

You may remember that Paul and I also spoke to you regarding the filming of a short film in Manchester.

I have arranged for us to a have production office at Media City (the current home of the BBC), so this is quite a unique opportunity.

However, we must stress that this is not a holiday - it will be a working week involving long hours.

Transport and accommodation will be provided

We need definite numbers for this as we are getting the ball rolling...no maybes - yes or no please...

The dates are 25th-29th June.

Thanks,
Mark

CIQ Wednesday 25th January

Post here please - everyone

Filming Trip - Eden Project

Paul and I briefly spoke to you all about a week away from college for a filming project...this is still due to happen.

Accommodation and transport will be paid for, you will only need spending money.

This will likely be happening on the week beginning 9th April.

Who is interested????

Heritage...

Any offers for tomorrow???

First interview is Jim, born 1940s (GI generation) at 11am

CIQ Thursday 19th January

Post new CIQ here please

Jill Cole

Setting off at 9.30
Team: Elliot, Amy, Deborah

We will be heading to Sence Valley Forest Park

CIQ 18th January 2011

Post here please using new template.

New theory assignment.....

This is now posted on the theory tab.

If you are filming today please read the brief and I will speak to you tomorrow.

We are on a tight deadline so try to keep up with these submission dates (.1 is due today!!)

OH NO!!!!!

wikipedia is down for 24 hours!!!!!

if you search for something you will get a black screen with a message (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Film)

i hope we all manage to get through this scary time...for now you may have to use other methods of research. what these are, im not entirely sure....but there is this thing i've heard of called a library

CIQ Adaption

From Tomorrow I would like you all to use the new CIQ template please.

New Template:

Critical Incident Questionnaire and Learning Style

Please take about five minutes to respond to each of the questions below about today’s class. Don’t put your name on the form – your responses are anonymous. When you have finished writing, copy and paste your response to the course blog under the correct sub heading. At the start of next week’s class, I will be sharing the responses with the group. Thanks for taking the time to do this. What you write will help me make the seminars responsive to your concerns.

Your Learning Style:

1. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most engaged with what was happening?

2. At what moment in the class this week did you feel most distanced from what was happening?

3. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find most affirming and helpful?

4. What action that anyone (teacher or student) took in class this week did you find the most confusing puzzling?

5. What about the class this week surprised you the most? (This could be something about your own reactions to what went on, or something that someone did, or anything else that occurs to you.)

The only difference is the addition of your individual learning style. The reason for this is to expand upon the pilot CIQ research. More specifically, I'm now looking at whether the learning style of an individual impacts on their ability to fully understand and interact with a session.

If your not sure what learning style you are I will provide you with this information tomorrow. Learning styles are either kinaesthetic, visual or auditory.