Final CCR

 This is my CCR or Creative Critical Reflection based on our short film Spike of Luck

A Spike of Luck

My group and I worked extremely hard to present to you this short film. We've learned a lot and had a great time making it. We hope you enjoy it!

A Change of Plans

 The group came to the conclusion that before we tried filming again, we needed to iron out a few more details of our project. Thankfully, we were able to complete a lot of tasks before spring break. The editing and CLAMPS of the production were our primary concerns. I helped them look over a few fresh editing programs to see if I could help them add anything fresh to the mix. My group did much of the editing for the last two projects with Video Leap. Even though we have no plans to use the application once more, switching to something new might provide us access to more interesting effects. I was able to test a few of the scenes we filmed using different programs to see what may be altered. I'm not sure what to eliminate from the footage at this point because we are still so early in the filming process. However, I gave them constructive criticism to help them come up with new edits they could make. 

    I discovered I needed to help source music for the project when I was browsing editing programs. I helped write a couple of emails to the people who control the Hell N Back song's master use and synchronization licenses. The song was co-produced by a production team that has previously worked with celebrities like Kendrick Lamar and independent musician Bakar. We are waiting for their reply right now. I believe it will be a fantastic complement to the introduction if they agree to let us use the song for our project.

    All of the actors will wear contemporary athletic attire. It's crucial that we are all at ease because we'll be spending a lot of time outside. Very little makeup will be worn, but sunscreen will undoubtedly be available on-site. No matter how skilled we are as individuals, every character is an athlete. Therefore, our attire must reflect this. The volleyball and net are the most obvious props in the movie. To make the characters seem more realistic, we might give them items like backpacks and water bottles. Such matters are uncertain because they are merely provided to give the movie an authentic sense. I'm hopeful that once these issues are resolved, filming will proceed much more smoothly.

A Bump in the Road

We haven't been able to record since our last day of filming. Being powerless and not being able to change the circumstances makes it exceedingly irritating. Since the weather has been so bad, the sequences we would shoot would not resemble the existing content. We need sunny conditions for the outside scenes we have. Since it has been continuously pouring, we were unable to film at the park where we had previously done so. In essence, time is lost because of bad circumstances. We have been working on the project draft for the time being. Aidan, one of our colleagues and editors, received our mockup to review. He provided us with some intriguing remarks. He re-edited some of the montage clips. He also completely altered the project's music. This, in my opinion, significantly improved upon what we previously had. We still need to film the second half of the project even though the first part is almost done. The complete conclusion should be shot. More outside actors will be needed for this. We have all discussed joining forces to finish the project with our friends and family. Since everyone will be present after school, we intend to film then. We can all simply travel to the park to shoot the climactic sequence because it is close to our school. The volleyball tryouts will be the final scene. We underline the significance of this occasion and how badly Randy's character wants to join the squad throughout the opening scenes of the movie. Since the suspense around the event had been steadily building up to that point in the movie, I believe that finishing it on this note is ideal. Our current only challenge is finding suitable conditions for filming. When it occurs, we will be close to finishing the project.

Time to edit!!

 This is not the first time we have had to edit. But it is the first time we have been putting together acting scenes, which is a little different from editing a music video or a commercial. We had most scenes filmed and ready to be put together. But we ran into problems running them cleanly together. For some reason when we added them in, the scenes it was very obvious that they were all different shots put together. For a lack of better words, it was blocky and the transitions between them were not clean at all. We tried a few different things in order to fix this. First, we tried to use transitions at the end of one scene and feed it into the next one. That worked for the most part but the screen would go black for a second and then the next shot would show. So this was the next problem we had to deal with. We thought maybe if we cut off a little off of each end and beginning it would get rid of the small black in between the scenes but it made it worse, now the black screen was there for even longer. We went back to square on and instead of adding the transition to the end and begging of every scene, we added it into the bridge in the middle. This ended up working the best and all the scenes we had strung together beautifully. The next thing in the process of editing was finding watching what we had througha dn seeing what worked and what didnt. We decided to be as constuctive we could be we would watch it individually and take notes and the come abck togetehr as a whole and watch together and explain our notes. Through this process all our thoughts were able to be heard and we got all of our points across whichh will only benefit the movie. Now that we know what we need to re-film and what still needs to be filmed we will take a deeper dive into what that process will look like. Most likely we will be taking another filming day. As well as redoing this this same editing process in order to complete this portion of the film process

first round of filmimg

After school we planned to film our scenes. Luckily this time around we were successful in getting together and were able to film. As you know our film is about two people who play volleyball, though one of them is very passionate about it and the other is losing themselves and doesn't seem to enjoy it anymore. Filming this portion was very emotional for me because I could compare my past to it. Though now I have re-found my passion for volleyball once upon a time I considered quitting and never going back to it. So when my partner was having a hard time really getting into the character. When watching some of our films back before going through the next scenes we saw that it didnt seem real. The feelings that were shown through the camera didn't seem real and i couldn't compare to it. So we took a break and talked about it. We all agreed there needed to be a change but we didnt know what. After evaluating together we decided if I shared what it felt like when it really happened maybe they could understand where i was coming from. Once we did this, not only did it bring us together but it helped us in the scene. When we finished the next shot you could feel the emotion through the camera. When we watched it back, it was ten times better than the first and we were all happy with how it came out and were able to move on in filming. As we proceeded, I was enjoying it more and more. I believe that i have now found a new passion and it is for filming. I took a first hand in making sure we got all the angles we wanted from our storyboards. We know that some of the scenes are going to need to wait until later though. When we tried to film some, we realized we really needed a tripod. The problem was none of us had one so we asked a friend and they said next time we could borrow it. We are going to try and put together some of the scenes we have now and see where we need to re-film or edit out. 

Practicing makes perfect!

     It was essential that I practice several volleyball skills that would be required in the film in order to ensure that our production was authentic. It wasn't too difficult for me to practice a little bit extra because I had already been playing for several years and play on our school team. Volleyball is a fun and exciting activity that may be played indoors or outdoors. I initially needed to find a court to play on and practice on. I went to a park close by. As soon as I found the park, I gathered all the necessary equipment to practice safely. You can create a volleyball team or play and practice alone. While practicing alone can help you focus on your technique, playing with others can help you hone your skills more quickly. I made sure to fully warm up. This will ensure I am loose and prepared for sudden and fluid movements to get me ready for the big movie day. I then started building upon my foundational abilities. 

    This category includes serving, passing, setting, hitting, and blocking. Serving needs to be mastered first because a game cannot begin without a serve. It's important to start each point in the same manner. After a serve or a stroke, receiving the ball requires the use of a vital skill called passing. Effective passing is essential for your team to have a good play. Raising the ball allows a teammate to spike it down over the net. It's important to be accurate and have good hand-eye coordination. The most exciting action in volleyball is hitting, often known as spiking. In an effort to score a point, you leap and firmly strike the ball over the goal. Blocking, which involves leaping and catching the ball before it crosses the goal, is another essential skill. 

    To improve at volleyball, I had to practice every day whether it be in or outside of school. I took part in numerous exercises and pursuits. In order to enhance my techniques, I also watched videos of top volleyball players in action. Communication is essential in volleyball. Make sure you're directing their attention to the ball's location and speaking with your teammates. I collaborated with Aidan, another member of my group, to assist him and practice myself.

Taking the right steps

We finally had the opportunity to film after a week without any fresh footage. Unsurprisingly, we had a lot of work to do. The scenes we had to reshoot were one thing that was absolutely given top priority for us. Some clips just did not meet our needs after analyzing the existing video and having multiple discussions. They were either shot in a way that was confusing to the audience, overly loud, or fuzzy. Reshooting was absolutely required, and it gave us much better material to develop. Today, we concentrated on recording the training montage that will appear in the movie. The actors had to play volleyball with each other while being photographed in a number of close-ups. 

We replicated the practice run's passing, setting, and hitting drills in our practice sessions. They viewed our playing from a variety of perspectives. In order to acquire decent pictures for the camera, I concentrated on how my hands and arms moved when I received the ball. Several shots of the ball in motion were also successful. The ball sometimes ended up in bushes or hitting the sand, which was symbolic of the experimentation and failure we wanted to emphasize in this section. We recorded multiple takes of this. We were told to perform poorly in some games on purpose. We want to highlight how Randy's character develops during the montage. To do this, we recorded shots of him making mistakes and succeeding in a variety of tasks. We also recorded a few takes in which Randy might have performed a task imperfectly or without using the right approach. To make sure we have a variety of viewpoints of the performers, several takes were recorded. When all of these clips are combined, it will demonstrate Randy's skill development over the course of the movie.

Team Meeting

 Unfortunately, the group was unable to get together this week to shoot. This caused us to fall behind for a few days, which was quite frustrating. Many of us had jobs, and even when we didn't, others had commitments they had to keep. We still found time to discuss our movie despite this slight hiccup. To iron out the kinks of the project, the group agreed to have a phone call. We were once more fixated on the entrance. The introduction's formatting is unknown to us. As a result, we all had many various suggestions for how to carry it out. We all offered suggestions on how to adjust specific scenes and dialogue to fit the introduction. We know exactly how we want the names and titles to be shown, even though details like the typeface haven't been worked out. This might mean that some of the sequences need to be reshot, but we have no problem making this change in order to get the greatest possible result.

    The committee decided that in order to define the locale of the movie, we should use landscape views. A group member and actor named Randy offered to film this section alone. We don't have a lot of time to capture insignificant details like that, so this would be a huge assistance. Since the director's job is shared equally by all of us, we also talked about the camera angle and shot selection. Victoria and Aidan decided to edit the movie themselves. They had no problems with this because they have the most editing experience and they like it the most. Working with them will also provide me with a new set of eyes to look for errors or more effective ways to complete tasks. The team looked at other free options to include non-diegetic audio into the movie as we waited for a response from Bakar and the other songwriters we contacted. I think we made some work on the project even if we were unable to film this week.

Spring Break!

The group came to the conclusion that before we tried filming again, we needed to iron out a few more details of our project. Thankfully, we were able to complete a lot of tasks before spring break. The editing and CLAMPS of the production were our primary concerns. I helped them look over a few fresh editing programs to see if I could help them add anything fresh to the mix. My group did much of the editing for the last two projects with Video Leap. Even though we have no plans to use the application once more, switching to something new might provide us access to more interesting effects. I was able to test a few of the scenes we filmed using different programs to see what may be altered. I'm not sure what to eliminate from the footage at this point because we are still so early in the filming process. However, I gave them constructive criticism to help them come up with new edits they could make. 

    I discovered I needed to help source music for the project when I was browsing editing programs. I helped write a couple of emails to the people who control the Hell N Back song's master use and synchronization licenses. The song was co-produced by a production team that has previously worked with celebrities like Kendrick Lamar and independent musician Bakar. We are waiting for their reply right now. I believe it will be a fantastic complement to the introduction if they agree to let us use the song for our project.

    All of the actors will wear contemporary athletic attire. It's crucial that we are all at ease because we'll be spending a lot of time outside. Very little makeup will be worn, but sunscreen will undoubtedly be available on-site. No matter how skilled we are as individuals, every character is an athlete. Therefore, our attire must reflect this. The volleyball and net are the most obvious props in the movie. To make the characters seem more realistic, we might give them items like backpacks and water bottles. Such matters are uncertain because they are merely provided to give the movie an authentic sense. I'm hopeful that once these issues are resolved, filming will proceed much more smoothly.

A Beach Day

 We began the filming process quite early in order to avoid the problems our team ran into while working on our prior project. This worked to our benefit because today we worked out a significant portion of the film's framework. I'll admit that I started to lose track of the path the film was supposed to go. When I joined the group, everything was made plain. We traveled to the beach for our first day of filming. Unfortunately, this didn't turn out to be the ideal set that we had anticipated. Filming on the beach was challenging due to the strong winds. There were also a lot more individuals than we had anticipated.  The weather and congestion made it very challenging to hear the conversation. We thus looked for a different location for the sequences that were intended to take place at the beach.

Hagan Park, a park close to our school, turned out to be an excellent replacement for the ocean. A neighborhood has a modest volleyball court made of sand. Since we were the only ones utilizing the court, we felt more comfortable filming there. We also had the freedom to shout as loudly as we pleased without disturbing other visitors while playing. We were able to resolve our weather-related problems at the beach by filming there as well.

We concentrated on filming the opening sequence after getting settled in our new filming site. Both at the park and the beach, we took a number of pictures. This is because we haven't made up our minds about some aspects of our project. We will have a lot clearer understanding and be able to discard the stuff we don't need once we get all the film reviewed together. For the time being, I would say that today was a step in the right direction toward finishing the project.

Everybody Starts Somewhere

 All of the actors honed their team volleyball skills in preparation for filming. Each actor had to sharpen their talents in order to make the project seem more real. One actor needed to be taught how to play completely. Given that the character he plays is in a comparable circumstance, this worked out perfectly. This practice led to a fantastic day of getting ready for what waited ahead. I was able to give them ideas for camera angles while observing how we interacted with one another. I also had the chance to practice my lines before we recorded. It was difficult to acquire close photos without running the risk of someone getting hit, so I had to be mindful of how I played. 

Everyone warmed up before the day began. To prevent injuries, everyone stretched and took deep breaths. A sport that may be played both inside and outside is volleyball. We worked on our skills outside on a sand court with a net for our movie. We worked on our talents both individually and in groups. It demands good hand-eye coordination and teamwork to play volleyball. To get ready for the recording, we each worked on our passing, blocking, and striking. During this procedure, a number of the movie's scenes and images were workshopped. Most of these actions will be shown in a training montage, a typical component of sports movies. I am our most seasoned player, with experience from previous years of playing that allowed me to assist the other guys with easy errors regarding technique. We all viewed films together to observe how professional volleyball players behave on the court after a long day of rushing about. This was a fantastic way to cap off a long day while still learning important details for our movie.

Sound Selectahh!!

 The team has been putting in a lot of effort to get the movie ready. Although we haven't yet begun filming, we have seen a number of movies to assist us better understand what we want to do. The way that each film establishes the tone, concept, and place varies. They mostly accomplish this through sound, and specifically music. Due to this recurring theme, our crew has been researching other songs we may employ to improve our project. The crew has examined a number of songs from various genres to see which would work best for our project.

A song had to have a broad upbeat vibe and basic lyrics in order to be considered for the project. This introduced us to songs like California Girls by Katy Perry, Malibu by Anderson Paak, and Hell n' Back by Bakar.  The opening is where these songs are primarily being analyzed. The songs and sound editing that will be used in the finished movie need to be decided upon with further thought.

    Even though they were all listed together, not all of these songs necessarily meet our criteria equally. The Katy Perry song should surely be kept in mind as a last option. The first two competitors are more comparable. Whatever we determine should be in the movie, we can't violate anyone's copyright in the process. 

It's critical that we bear in mind the copyright for the songs we utilize in the project because failure to do so could make it fully upgradeable. The next step was to arrange our schedules so we could finish the assignment. Despite the fact that we are all incredibly busy, we want to accomplish the job before anything else. The fact that the majority of the team operates as one unit when it comes to scheduling reduces confusion, which helps a little. We all have jobs in addition to our extracurricular activities at school, so staying organized is crucial. The project will be captured on camera for at least three days. There will be a changing number of actors and settings each day. The majority of the project will ideally be shot on the weekends when we are free from the demands of school. 

Delay in production...lockdown

 Once the storyboard was finished, the group convened to discuss certain aspects of the project. During this meeting, various important details were resolved, even though each member had their own distinct thoughts on how the filming, directing, and editing should be executed. Despite this, a consensus was reached fairly swiftly.

One key point that was brought up was the locations where filming would take place. Everyone agreed that certain places were necessary for the project, but since filming on school grounds was not permitted, alternative options had to be considered. The group thought that shooting at the beach or in parks would be ideal, but there were concerns about noise levels and inclement weather affecting the audio quality. It was crucial for the actors' voices to be clear for the audience's benefit. The group also discussed shooting scenes in homes or gyms to capture specific moments and include a training montage, which is common in sports-themed projects.

The group also deliberated on the cast and crew. While the group would have complete control over the filming, directing, and editing processes, additional help was needed for the acting. To expand the cast beyond just the group members, friends, and family were invited to participate. Furthermore, many scenes would be filmed in busy public places, so incorporating background characters and ensuring chemistry between the cast was important for a natural feel.

As the project progressed, the group continued to make changes, but the diversity of opinions within the group has helped enhance the project's overall quality.

Script Blog

 Title: Spike and Friendship

FADE IN:

EXT. BEACH - DAY

Two boys, TOM and JIM, are playing volleyball on the beach.

Tom spikes the ball and scores a point. Jim looks disappointed.

TOM: (excitedly) Yes! Did you see that, Jim? We're killing it!

JIM: (sarcastically) Yeah, I saw it.

TOM: What's wrong, man? You're not into this today?

JIM: (shrugs) I don't know. I just don't enjoy it as much as you do.

TOM: (surprised) What? How can you not love volleyball?

JIM: (smiling) I don't hate it. It's just not my thing. I'd rather play soccer or basketball.

Tom looks a little hurt.

TOM: (pouts) Oh, I see how it is. You don't like playing with me.

JIM: (reassuringly) That's not true, Tom. I love hanging out with you. We can still play volleyball sometimes, but I just don't want to do it all the time.

Tom smiles again.

TOM: (excitedly) Alright then! How about we play a game of soccer after this?

JIM: (smiling) Sure, let's do it.

Suddenly, a boy named RICK runs up to them.

RICK: Hey guys! I heard you're playing volleyball. Can I join?

Tom's face lights up.

TOM: Absolutely! The more, the merrier!

Jim rolls his eyes and mutters under his breath.

JIM: (muttering) Great, another volleyball fanatic.

As they continue playing, Tom and Rick bond over their shared love for volleyball, while Jim sits out for a few rounds.

JIM: (to himself) I guess I'm just not as into it as they are. But that's okay. We can still be friends and do other things together.

FADE OUT.

Planning Blog: Location, participants, health, schedule

 Location: Filming at the beach would provide stunning visuals with the backdrop of the ocean and sand. The players could be shown diving and rolling on the soft sand to make intense plays. A park would offer a more relaxed and peaceful atmosphere, with trees and greenery in the background, providing a contrast to the fierce competition on the court. Filming at the gym would allow for intense close-ups of the players as they sweat and strain to make every move count, with the sounds of the game echoing off the walls. The contrast of these three locations would add to the dynamic storytelling of a volleyball movie.

Participants: Victoria Newell, as the director and editor, will be responsible for overseeing the creative vision and execution of the film. She will work closely with the other members of the production team to plan out the visual style, character development, and overall tone of the film. She will also work with the actors to ensure they understand their roles and deliver the best performances possible. She will be responsible for piecing together all the footage shot during production. He will work closely with the director to ensure the film follows the desired narrative and stays within the desired runtime. He will also be responsible for incorporating visual effects, sound design, and music to enhance the overall impact of the film.

Randy Sweeting,  as the cinematographer, will be responsible for the visual aspects of the film. He will work closely with the director to plan out the camera shots, lighting, and overall visual style of the movie. He will also oversee the camera crew and ensure they capture all the necessary footage to bring the story to life.

Aidan Jones and I will be the main actors and will be seen in the Majority of the scenes. Everyone will have some contribution in every aspect of the film but these will essentially be everyone's roles

Together, we will work collaboratively to bring the vision of this volleyball movie to life. We will communicate regularly, problem-solve any challenges that arise, and support one another throughout the production process. Our collective skills and expertise will ensure the film is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards

Health: As high school students, it is important for us to prioritize their health and well-being during the filming process. We may need to adjust their schedules to ensure they have enough time for rest, exercise, and healthy eating. We could pack healthy snacks and meals for long days on set, and prioritize getting enough sleep each night. We could also encourage one another to take breaks and practice self-care to avoid burnout and maintain our focus and productivity throughout the filming process.

Schedule: Having limited filming hours on Saturdays and Sundays could pose a challenge in capturing all the necessary shots for a volleyball movie. We would have to be efficient in our planning and make the most out of the available time. We may need to prioritize key scenes that must be shot during these hours, and potentially schedule reshoots if needed. The cast and crew would need to be flexible and willing to work within these limitations to ensure the project is completed on time.

Planning Blog: Title design

 After reviewing several opening scenes for films that fall under the sports genre, the time had come for the group to design our own title sequence. When doing this, I took into account all the things I learned during the research process. I found that there were several key features that needed to be included in the title design an sequence. The most important feature was the fact that the title design and sequence had to convey the overall mood and theme of the project. Our project is focused on the relationship between two teen boys and their different relationships with the sport volleyball. While the sport is the most important aspect of the project, there are comedic elements as it is meant for teenagers. Based on this information, the title sequence should feature fun, light-hearted motifs like physical effects and fun sounds.

     Additionally, the title design and sequence should also reflect the intensity of the sport. To achieve this, the text will appear on the screen slowly and then quickly fly off in the opposite direction. This is to mimic the text being hit similar to a volleyball. To further drive this home, the text will be white with a gray lining like the average volleyball. The final title will appear either on a volleyball net or scoreboard.

    The characters should be introduced as if the audience was reading their playing stats. We can use common motifs like Max Preps or sports-based shows and websites like ESPN. Max Preps is a website for high school sports that shows the stats of players and schools. Each actor could be filmed looking straight on as their statistics and name fly past them. 

    At this moment in time, the title of our project is undecided. There are several ideas being discussed, but we are far too early in the planning process to have a title. As the pitch develops, a fitting title will become more apparent. Depending on how long the title is, the title sequence may change. Accommodating the length of the title may prove to be a challenge, but it also grants us more opportunities to be creative with the title sequence. 

Planning Blog: Storyboard

 Scene 1: Two boys, TOM and JIM, are playing volleyball on the beach.

Scene 2: Tom spikes the ball and scores a point. 

Scene 3: Jim looks disappointed.

Scene 4:Dialogue between the two characters about their reactions and emotions.

Scene 5: Tom looks a little hurt based on Jim’s response.

Scene 6: Tom and Jim talk and work through things together.

Scene 7: Tom and Jim are both embarrassed about the situation.

Scene 8: Tom smiles again.

Scene 9: The Volleyball game continues.

Scene 10: A voice from far yells and both Jim and Tom look over.

Scene 11: Rick a new character is running towards them.

Scene 12: Rick introduces himself and ask cam he join in on their game of volleyball.

Scene 13: Tom's face lights up.

Scene 14: Rick and Tom are having a lot of fun playing volleyball together.

Scene 15: Jim rolls his eyes and mutters under his breath.

Scene 16: Jim is sitting out on the sidelines as Tom and Rick play more volleyball games together.

Scene 17: Jim angrily is jealous about the situation. 

Scene 18: FADE OUT.

Title Research: ALI

  1. What titles are displayed during the opening sequences?  

- Studios 

- Director 

- Actors 

- Casting 

- Music Directors 

- Visual Effect Producers 

- Visual Effects Supervisors 

- Costume Designers 

- Assistant Directors 

- Editing 

- Production Designer 

- Line Producer 

- Co Producers 

- Executive Producers 

- Title 

2. What images are prioritized in the opening sequence?  

Priority was given to the studios involved, then directors, the star actor, followed by the title of the film in that order. The rest of the actors were presented after the title.

3.  What connotations do these images carry?  

The black background with the white lettering introduces the studios, directors, and star actor were meant for the audience to focus on. During those introductions, an announcer is heard introducing singer Sam Cooke for a show. After the title is shown, we first see Sam Cooke on stage warming up the crowd then is cut to Mohamed Ali going for a run. It cuts back and forth several times while Cooke is singing and Ali is working out preparing for a fight all while naming the actors in the scene. This does a great job of foreshadowing the theme of the movie as Sam Cooke and Mohamed Ali were friends in real life and Ali is preparing for a historic fight.

4. How does the film establish a feeling of the genre from the outset?  

It previews some of the elements of the genre. Starting with the location that sets up the background for the rest of the movie it served as a strong start to a film representing Boxer Mohamed Ali going for a run. During the run, he is followed by a police car foreshadowing the racial prejudice he will experience in addition to the fight he is preparing for. 

5. What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience? 

This film in particular has a specific format in how the title sequence presents the whole movie. Within this title sequence, we see a boxer hitting a speedbag and running a long distance to prepare for a fight to entice boxers and athletes with the familiarity of working out.

6. How has technology been used effectively? 

The directors are successful in using a variety of camera angles like wide shots, medium close ups, tracking shots, etc. to allow the viewer to follow Mohamed Ali.

Title Research: Hustle

 1. What titles are displayed during the opening sequences? 

• Studios taking part in the film

• Title of the film 

• Directors/ Directed By 

• Screenplays/ Screenplay by 

• Story Creator 

• Producers

• Director of photography 

• Production Designers 

• Editor 

• Music supervisor 

• Casting By 

• List of cast 

• an " a (enter name) production"

2. What images are prioritized in the opening sequences? 

In the the title sequence we are shown black screens with the production copy’s introduction with their logo animations then we proceed into the a scene of the main Character Adam Sandler talking to another character as they walk down a hall. They then enter a gym where a player gets interviewed. After this scene we get put on a plane with Adam Sandler as he is a coach looking to draft players and as we get put through the different scenes the credits are placed in corners with white cursive text.

3. What connotations do these images carry?  

These images suggest the simplicity of the time that this takes place with the calm white cursive font. It is implied that Adam Sandler cannot find any good players to draft as each scene ends in disappointment And a different location as the credits are introduced with them seeming he cannot find anyone. 

4. How does the film establish a feeling of the genre from the outset?  

From the beginning of the title sequence the film heavily focuses on the a coach trying to find players and seemingly cannot find anyone after all these travels. 

5. What strategies are used to ensure the film appeals to its target audience?

Having a clear idea that the plot of the movie revolves around basket ball. They also keep you wondering if the coach will find any player to draft which keeps you glued into the movie wondering l.

6. How has technology been used effectively? considering the camera angles, transitions, and editing techniques. 

In the many cuts and scenes we were given a long shot, close up, wide shot, two shot, medium close up, and an establishing shot all which were used in a prominent and effective manner. The editing techniques and transitions were not smooth transitions and were just cuts to where we can understand the events happening currently ultimately leading to the final climax of the movie