Social realism

The genre for our film trailer is going to be social realism. We chose this because it is the most interesting genres in British film culture. It views and tackles important and everyday issues in British life. I think it fits well with our story line with the themes of divorce, drug abuse and neglect being apparent in today's Britain.

Social realism

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Venue and Audience

As our film is a British film it goes under the category of an Art Film. We have made it like this because we are dealing with neglect and the effects this had on children. Also the stresses of modern day women to do everything, they are pressured to be a housewife and a business women and more.

On the Isle of Wight conventional and mainstream films are shown at Cineworld the majority of cinema goers are 15-30 year olds. Cineworld show up and coming blockbusters commonly including famous actors or directors to entice audiences. However at the Quay Arts Centre they focus on showing more art films, for example films directed by Mike Leigh for instance would be more likely to be shown in this venue as they are more gritty and intense.

At the moment a film called ‘A thorn in the heart’ is showing: (Documentary / Italy-France / 2009 / 120 mins / Subtitled) Directed by Michel Gondry Starring: Suzette Gondry, Michel Gondry, Jean-Yves Gondry Groundbreaking filmmaker Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) propels his filmography into yet another new realm with this eye-opening look at the life of the Gondry family matriarch.

(film information from the Quay arts Website)

Our film would fit really well in the Quay Arts Centre as it shows a real life view of modern day Britain. It follows the conventions of British films to make the audience leave with a different insight into the effects and pressures of Britain.

The people who would watch our film would probably be in the ABC1 band. They would also watch film four and working title British films and would probably be well educated.

BBFC

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is an independent, non-governmental body funded through the fees it charges to those who submit films and video works for classification. Here, and throughout the Guidelines, video works are taken to include video games, and films and programmes released on DVD or Blu-ray, or distributed by means of download or streaming on the internet.

From: http://www.bbfc.co.uk/download/guidelines/BBFC%20Classification%20Guidelines%202009.pdf

To determine what level of classification a film is the BBFC take in to account these main issues to make sure it is suitable.

Through reading the guideline booklet about the BBFC I have been able to decide what age rating our film would be.

Our film seeks out to show the real effects of drug dealing and drug misuse and how it affects children. According to the guide because we are showing the dangers of using drugs we can give it a lower classification. Also there will be footage of criminal activity; this comes under the imitable behaviour section meaning that there will be a stricter classification.

In regard to Language our film will not have constant bad language and will probably only have minor swear words on rare occasions and probably one account of harsher swearing. This will keep to the stereotype of the family and the issues in which it deals with. As the child in our film is being subjected to neglect this will probably go under the theme section where it would be given a higher classification.

Suitable for 12 years and over

Exactly the same criteria are used to classify works at ‘12A’ and ‘12’. These categories are awarded where the material is suitable, in general, only for those aged 12 and over. Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.The ‘12A’ category exists only for cinema films. No one younger than 12 may see a ‘12A’ film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult, and films classified ‘12A’ are not recommended for a child below 12. An adult may take a younger child if, in their judgement, the film is suitable for that particular child. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult.

The ‘12’ category exists only for video works. No one younger than 12 may rent or buy a ‘12’ rated video work.

http://www.bbfc.co.uk/classification/guidelines/12a12

Editing Sound

For our film Trailer we used Jonny Flynn's Lost and Found.

During the editing stages of the film I had to edit the sound quite a bit. I also had to edit in real sound like for when the news reporter is talking, this meant I had to decrease the volume of the song on this part and then increase when he had stopped talking. I also had to delete all of the other sounds in all of the clips. I did this to make it seem more professional as it is very hard working with sound. I think if I had the equipment I would have probably used a microphone, this would have ensured that the news report was very clear and it would have given me the chance to used voice clips during the film trailer as well.

First Draft pictures

After we creates the storyboards we decided to go out and take images of the shots to see if they would work.

I found that it was very helpful because we were able to see if they would work and if there would be enough range of shots in the film itself.

Song Choices

Picking a sound track for our trailer is a crucial part. We have to make sure the song fits perfectly and is appropriate for our genre.

I think the music needs to compliment the shots that will be shown.

• It needs to be uplifting with some sort of climax
• the lyrics need to be meaningful and appropriate to the genre
• play up to the vulnerability of the child
• quite mellow so it doesn't overpower the news report section.

We have narrowed it down to two songs:

Ellie Goulding: Your Song

This song has some really nice lyrics. The words 'how wonderful life is now your in the world' is juxtaposed with the story of our trailer where the child is not appreciated. The negative reason for not picking this song is that it is about two lovers. We need a song that will pick up on the story and help the viewer understand what is happening. This song overall is really emotive and will help play up to the vulnerability of the child and create sympathy.

Johnny Flynn: Lost and Found

This song has a cheerie disposition, although the lyrics are quite sad the guitar in the background sounds quite playful and childlike, this connects with the girl. After about 1minute 20 seconds in there is a really nice and poignant climax in the music, this would work really well by creating a sense that the film could be uplifting. The lyrics all include words like 'lonely' 'playing' and 'lost and found' these all reflect how the child feels throughout the film.

Comparing both of these songs I think the obvious choice is going to be Johnny Flynn's Lost and Found it has just the right sound that would go with the trailer really well.