Shot list and planning for my opening sequence

Shot list

Earlier on today I created a shot list since I will be filming this weekend. Making a shot list was really helpful, because it made me set out how each shot will be filmed and turned into reality. It has also made it easier for me to film, as I now have a clearer image of what lighting, camera movement, actor and action will be taking place and also, it is simpler to organise my time during the day of filming, because I know how many scenes will be taking place at each location. As it already shows in my shot list, I have chosen my actors for the opening sequence. Here is a list of the actors and their roles:

• Bella: will be played by my friend Bella. She has the main role in the sequence. 
• Shahan: will be played by my mother. She will play the role of Bella's mother. 
• Evie: will be played by my friend. She will be one of the passing girls in the park. 
• Annabelle: will be played by my friend. She will be the second passing girl, alongside Evie.   

There will be no dialogue used in my opening sequence, because I find it more interesting and creative to tell a story with no scripted diegetic sound. Instead their facial expressions and mobile phones will be telling the story. I have informed my actors about what they will be doing and the feedback they gave me about my opening sequence were all positive. The mise-en-scéne  is going to be kept simple and casual, however I have informed Bella that she will be doing a costume change for the flashback scene and that is sorted and confirmed.


Overall, I am looking forward and feeling positive about filming my main task, as I have the experience from my preliminary task. I think I am now prepared to film my opening sequence on the weekend.