AS mise-en-scene reflection

Thinking back to the project that I did for my AS coursework I realised that I had barely included or focused on any aspect of mise-en-scene as my main focus had been on ensuring that the script and cinematography etc were of a high standard. I now realise that, had I spent a bit more time thinking about and constructing the mise-en-scene for my project it is likely that it would have resulted in a higher grade as it would have showed that I was aware of every aspect that goes into making a film (or an opening sequence for a film in my case). With this in mind I filled out a reflection sheet to see what I could have done better which will then help me to ensure that I have a sharper focus on it for my A2 project which will hopefully ensure that the finished product will look much more professional and more reflective of the hard work that I will put into it. A main thing which I identified that I need to work on is the use of props, perhaps making more of an effort to ensure that I include some props where appropriate whether they're home made or bought etc.

Make up

I made this make-up chart as a part of a class activity where we were encouraged to look deeper into the different aspects of mise-en-scene. The genre of film that my group was assigned to create the mise-en-scene for was action.

I feel like this make-up would be particularly effective for a film involving a war conflict as the traditional army paint can be easily linked to this theme. The injuries on the face also closely link to the idea of conflict and action although they are not strictly confined to the war theme and can be used in almost every kind of action film (as action films often involve combat of some kind which will result in injuries such as the one shown).

Trailer remake evaluation

My trailer remake

Although I did not have the time or resources available to create my own titles, I feel like my trailer is a success as I have been able to able to accurately recreate the shots included in the trailer and the costumes, mise-en-scene and make up are fairly true to the trailer.

Make-up for trailer remake

Costume for trailer remake

Props for trailer remake

Pretty much the only prop that will be required for me to film my trailer remake is the cow toy that the minion is playing with and laughing. I'm not sure where i will be able to find an exact replica of this toy but there may be something such as an app that i will be able to use so that the sound that will be in the trailer will at least be true to the original trailer. With this there is the possibility to maybe use a cow print phone case which will mean that the phone will look more like the prop that it is supposed to be imitating. This will be quick and easy to do as apps are easy to find and come by and will be extremely authentic.