Wednesday 13 January 2016

Research- Blocking

4. Blocking 

Today we learnt about blocking in our practical, which is the process of working out the precise positioning of the actors in relation to the cameraI decided to watch another blocking video on Youtube to reinforce what we had learnt in the practical to ensure that I have grasped the concept.

Stages of blocking:
  • Normally conducted with the directordirector of photography and the actor, whilst the rest of the crew can go on break
  1. Block the action- determine the actors movement and positioning, as well as the first camera position.

  • During this process the scene is read through and the actor is informed about their movement within the scene in its entirety and practices it. 
  • The blocking action should be pre-planned.
  • Actors can occasionally bring their own suggestions for movement, whereby adjustments can be made, if agreed with the director. 
  • Marks are positioned on the ground with tape of each point the character is required to move to. 
  • Blocking rehearsals would be useful for a camera operator, for they might be thinking about whether a dolly would fit in an allocated space, whereas the director wouldn't be concerned about this. Therefore, blocking is essential for all members of the crew.
2. Light the set 
  • As the cinematographer, when I know where the actors are going to be placed, it becomes easier to know how to arrange the lights
3. Rehearse 
  • Rehearse with the camera and the actors for the first set-up

4. Adjustments 
  • Make lighting and other adjustments. 

5. Shoot 
  • Shoot the first scene, then repeat the process from different camera set-ups. 

These processes showed how film industry professionals work on set, giving me an insight into how we would conduct our own filming schedule on the day. 



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