1. Mood Board
I opted to exhibit all the concepts we thought of as group by creating my
own personal ‘mood board.’ I attached items that were relevant to the
main task, the three focal points are costumes/props, potential locations
and credits. During this PowerPoint I will show the development of ideas
and the concluding decision that was made.
2. Costumes
For the protagonist light, feminine colours
represent the exposure to vulnerability.
The various shades could symbolise the
innocence of the individual and the
brightness of their spirit. A natural
mediocre look gives the impression that
the character is an average person. It
demonstrates the regime/routine that
character has where there seems to be no
disruption to the equilibrium. Colour
directly corresponds to the emotions of the
character.
Utilising dim colours allures suspicion and uncertainty of the White; is associated with purity and decency, the individual
unknown. When analysing Thriller conventions it is conventional to could be pure of heart and thoughts.
incorporate dark colours as it is a representative of the forces of a
Pink; it is conveyed as a vibrant feminine colour, it symbolises
vindictive character .Dark colours such as black could symbolise the
youthfulness, passion and serenity.
emptiness of a character where a void needs to be filled .Using a
costume that partly conceals the identity becomes an enigma, where Red; immediately evokes deep desire and passion in contrast
the recipients are prone to be more engaged. it could predict danger and vulnerability.
3. Journal – Devising A Plan
When devising a concept for the credits we wanted it to be associated with the antagonist where it revolves around
some form of a journal. The journal’s focal point would be the protagonist where he is pursuing her every movement. It
would be his own personal profile, where he has collated significant items for instance photographs/newspaper
extracts/bus tickets. There is some form of objective for this journal; we wanted the audience to question why is he so
committed to this journal? The fear of the unknown evokes uncertainty; we wanted the journal to signify a mystery,
where there is a hidden meaning. We wanted the antagonist to be depicted as someone who is fanatical over this
specific individual.
INITIAL CONCEPT FINAL CONCEPT
I had taken the role of constructing the
journal however my other team
members played a significant role by
gathering resources and providing any
assistance if required. Below is an
outline of the journal and how my
other team members participated in
constructing the journal.
4. Journal - Initial Ideas
Newspaper Extracts
Without exposing the storyline, we
wanted give numerous hints and Lettering
direction to where film is leading.
Incorporating letter cut outs from
Dominika assembled newspaper
magazines is a conventional way
extracts which were relevant to the
to create a ‘ransom note’ it
location and the concept of the film.
generates a feeling that the
For example there were extracts such
character has murderous traits.
as catastrophe, blood, train, rail
Additionally lettering is used to
journeys we wanted to create the
conceal the identity of the assassin.
feeling of mystery and what is the
We wanted the antagonist to be
initial purpose of it. Newspaper
associated as being deceitful and
clippings often have an emotional
devious as well as having his
link. There could be various
identity remain an enigma.
interpretations for example he could
be gathering ideas from them or it is a
prediction of what is going to occur.
Bus + Train Tickets Photographs
The purpose of the tickets was to show the journeys that he has A common trait of a stalker is to accumulate mounts of photographs, it
been on to follow every movement of the protagonist. is an invasion of privacy and it shows how extensive the person can go.
Assembling all the tickets indicates it has been a long period of Jovita had taken the liability responsibility of capturing photographs
time that he has been pursuing her. He is depicted as a playing the role as the protagonist. Whereas Demi had taken
shadow, tracking every movement that she makes; we see the photographs of Moor Street to establish the location. Incorporating
depth of the situation when we see all the tickets collated photographs conjures up fear and uncertainty of what is going to occur.
together.
6. Potential Locations Moor Street Station
Our main preference as a group was Moor Street Station as it had many contributing factors.
The predominant feature was the appearance of the station and it being partly sheltered. It
had traditional aspects which made it more daunting and sinister; as it being partly sheltered
we had access to the natural day light as well as areas that were dimmed down. Another
factor was it being situated in a central location where there is not a significant distance from
City Centre. All of us collectively decided that this matched all the characteristics we were
hoping for in a location.
New Street Station
Due to the hectic and chaotic environment of New Street Station, we considered it to be a
potential location as it would intensify the situation. There are numerous factors such as the
sheltered roofing where lighting is dimmed down to create low key lighting. Numerous areas
are isolated such as the elevators and the Subway level which is generally an eerie and
daunting place to be. When researching more into gaining permission to film it would be a
challenge. Due to it being a mainstream station where it is in continuous operation, there a
high levels of security which meant it would be an unlikely situation.
Snow Hill Station
Our initial reason for choosing Snow Hill as a potential location was due to the fact it was
situated in a central location. It was an easy place for all the team to assemble, so no one
could face any encounters in travelling to and from this location. On the other hand a
downside was the appearance of the station, it didn’t fit our category of it being old
fashioned. As it has a contemporary look the environment doesn’t naturally create fear and
tension. As a group we were not all content with the location so we all thought it would not
be an ideal setting.