December 2010.
Over Christmas we have to write a short film script which should last approximately ten minutes. I already have a few ideas in mind, and over the Christmas break will create a synopsis and scene outline of each. Using that information I will then consider which plot I would like to pursue.
We need to write the script with the intention that it can be produced by university students. This would mean bearing in mind the criteria:
- Not too many characters.
- Don’t include characters that you won’t be able to cast. E.G, it would be really difficult to find a new born baby with parents willing to allow their baby to be in the film or to cast an elderly man who can tap dance.
- No elaborate settings. E.G, don’t set the script in France (You can’t go to France!), on a hot, sunny beach (You can’t guarantee the weather) or in 1952 (You couldn’t possible cover every aspect of 1952, such as the cars on the street and types of houses).
- Don’t include action that you won’t be able to film. E.G, a riot or a professional ballet performance.
Mike also suggested that we avoid mockumentaries, zombie films and scripts where the first scene is someone waking up; these are typical of student films and don’t go down well. He also recommended that if we have a good idea go for it; many things that may seem a bit difficult can be accomplished or faked in the film.
With all this in mind I will start to plan my short film script.
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