Friday, 29 June 2012

Introduction to a music video: Inspiration

I really enjoyed watching this music video, and it has made me want to create something similar for my own project. The mise-en-scene is very controlled, filmed in one single room but with quick, slick edits to change the costume and colour schemes. The use of changing the actress/main singer was good because it kept the audience interested.The use of having split screens and split action shots are very impressive and are something I wish to use in my music video. The use of choreography is also a good way to keep the audience entertained and interested. Although their is no narrative, this video would have got a high grade, simply because it is an exquisite piece of media. This product is very professional looking, and something I can imagine being on the television, or in the charts. The use of colouring is very good as it shows the editors creativity and individuality which is important in making a video.

This video was not viewed from CoombeMedia but from another school, in 2009.




Wednesday, 27 June 2012

Group Feedback

Me and May worked together, watching all last year's year 13's and ordering them from best to worst, and stating our reasons why.
1) 13B6: good use of location, excellent casting, varied editing styles and slick cuts, looks professional.
2) 13B5: good casting, variety of costume & controlled mise-en-scene, good lighting.
3) 13B1: good camera work, clear & emotional narrative, good use of location.
4) 13E10: clear narrative, good editing and camera work.
5) 13E9: good location, good narrative, clear editing.
6) 13B4: emotional narrative, good camera work.
7) 13B2: good camera work, good lighting and varied location.
8) 13B3: good editing techniques, good location, brilliant performance & location.
9) 13E8: looks professional, good location but a little bit boring.
10) 13E7: repetitive but good and varied editing styles.
11) 13E11: out of sync and repetitive editing techniques but good lighting and the use of a white back ground was good.

Key Concepts for a music video

- Good song choice, not too slow or fast.
- Location & visuals to match the song.
- Pace of editing, be varied.
- Camera work should match the music.
- Keep location interesting.
- Make the video interesting.
- Great performer, charisma, cast appropriately.
- Keep the mise-en-scene in control.
- Vary the editing styles.
- Use special effects (SFX)
- Keep in sync.
- Use choreography.
- Main performer must keep direct address.
- Keep your video original and unique.