FILM PRODUCTION

Development -
This is simply the process of 'finding' a story. Ideas for films come from a variety of sources, they can range from novels, real life events to computer game adaptations. Once you've got an idea you'll need someone to write a pitch for you which you take to a film producer in an attempt to get some funding to make your film. Even at this very early stage you need a very clear idea of who you're aiming you film at so you can include elements that will appeal to them.
Pre-production -
 Once you've got funding you establish your budget and can begin to get a film crew together, you can storyboard the script. You also need break the script down into individual scenes and identify all the locations, props, cast members, costumes, special effects and visual effects needed.
Production -
This is simply the process of 'making' the film. Provided you've done your job properly in the pre-production stage making the film should be straight forward. 'Film' is very expensive and difficult to store so an increasing number of film makers are using digital cameras to save money.
Post-production -
During this stage you take all the 'film' you've shot and give it to a film editor. They will then begin putting it together. Special effects will be added, a soundtrack will be added, any missing dialogue will be re-recorded and added resulting in a 'rough cut'. This will be shown to the director and a test audience who will offer feedback. Often this causes scenes to be filmed and added or removed.

In today's lesson you need to find out what the following key roles and areas entail:

• Writer-

Writers are integral to the development process. The writer plays many rolls within production but ultimately their work will result to the final script. Whether they decide to approach a producer with an original idea or whether they are asked to breathe life into a story, they work very closely with  the producer, script editor and possibly director. This all ensures the movie maintains a strong entertainment value and an effective structure.

• Producer-

The producer is in charge of every aspect of the films production. This role would include putting together a cast and crew, turning a basic storyline into a profitable film, approve locations, and manage the budget. Their key responsibility is to create a comfortable working environment where the talents of the cast and crew can flourish. Producers are accountable for the success of the finished film (the films profits..etc.) . They steer the film from beginning to completion and beyond.

• Casting director

A casting director is the person who is in charge of all the actors employed. They also have to negotiate contracts and choose which actor/ actress will be most appropriate to play the part. To reach certain conclusions comunication between the castind director along with the with the Director and Producer must be made in order to understand requirements.

• Director

The director will be the appendage of the crew who will drive the team during a films production. The director works throughout production with things such as casting, script editing, filming and editing. The director is the person who makes the links between the teams of production, technicality and creativity.

• Film finance-

This is a stage with occurs during the development process prior to pre-production. It allows the team to determine the potential value to the film overall. Values could be based on things such as: Theatrical releases, and including DVD sales, and release to broadcasting television networks both domestic and international as well as inflight airline licensing.

• Camera operator

Also known as the cameraman or camerawoman. They are the professional operator of a film or video camera. A camera operator is  usually found operating a professional video camera.

• Editor

An editor will be the person who is in charge of constructing a contextually ordered mass of different clips. Editing can involve correction, condensation and organization.

• Production designer-

a production designer or P.D works directly with the director and producer to produce the story. They are responsible for the physical overall look of a filmed event 

• Marketing

The over all aim is to convince the public that this is a 'must-see' movie. the marketing campaign should reach target audiences before and during film releases.  When the film opens, audiences’ interest should be at its peak. This is how the profits for the film are made. The more interest the film gets the more money will spend on that said film.

• Exhibition

The exhibition is basically just the place to show the film. Film premiers being a main event which also helps to boost the publicity, but if we cant attend those there is always the  near by cinema.