After helping Chris out with parts of the script I now feel comfortable using the Celtx software, I now feel that I have confidence in writing a short production, should the need arise again. When we film, I will ensure each of our team members has a script to refer to should things go pear shaped. Although I am aware we do not need to stick to the script line for line, it is defiantly a valuable resource for keeping our story on track.
Script approval and equipment
Our script was approved by our tutor yesterday, and has relieved me massively. Our story was described as well structured with a real twist, blowing our other script away. We are now ready to get filming, and with little over 12 days to complete the project, we’ve no time to spare. We have arranged to meet up at 9:00 AM at University this Thursday to begin filming our short film. A few alterations must be made to the script before we go ahead, but Dean was more than happy to sign the forms giving our filming the go ahead.
Booking the equipment at University is a complex of tasks including getting signed approval forms from tutors, actors and any non-university affiliated members of the public. When booking the equipment we had to take into considerations the time frame and the locations of where we had to film. We decided against booking a lighting kit as most of our film is situated in public areas, and may possibly object upon a whole lighting rig in the middle of an open pub.
We’ve booked out:
- Canon HF10′s X 2
- Medium Tripod X 2
- External Microphone & Boom
We are fortunate enough to have Grant Francis in our group. He lives in the campus’ halls, and is able to house the equipment. His conveniently local residence is also where we hope to shoot the beginning sequence of our film.
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