Source Of Information- We get inspiration for our everyday lives weather it's from newspapers or television programs, we even get inspiration from others in our conversations with others. The original ideas are the most valuable to film producers as they can be worth millions. Re-make, Reboot, Factual event, Original event's, Children's toy's, Adaptation.
The Producer- Whoever the idea comes from it is then up to the producer weather they turn it into a book or a film,m and they decide weather to make it seem reality, the producers are always looking for new ideas that are original, they want something that will draw the viewers attention in and keep them interested.
Director- A directors job is to make the script seem real and know how to make the film onto the big screen. The process of making a film always involves a director and they will appear sooner rater than later.
The Writer- The writer gets the final say about the final film that is made, everything goes round it the creative triangle,writers will have an idea for a film will have a script or treatment already written. The majority of the time it's the producer who approaches the writer and persuades them to bring the idea forward.
Treatment- This is where the writer sum up the story on one sheet of paper rand identifies the main characters and the plot of the story. This includes key event of the story outlines and include what genre the film is.
Pitch- It contains all the important information a producer needs for the script to be complete. This includes 6 important key points...
- One-Liner
- Genre
- Market
- People Attached
- Rough Budget
- Brief Synopsis
There are 6 main points towards developing the financial part of the film...
Pitching the project- The producers use the treatments and the pitch and then use their powers to get the money to start developing the pitch. They can turn all the ideas into a finished completed script, it takes time to get it right however time cost's money.
Production companies- Producers then go and approach the film companies to develop it for money, but they have their own products. The company persuades other film productions that it will make money and develop a final script.
Sales, distributions, broadcast- The producer can broadcast future ideas and gain the rights to give the film in return for money to develop the script further. Sometimes the sales company can provide development for the projects in which they feel can be later marketed. A broadcaster will ask for the rights to show the film. They want the target of reaching the audience.
Public investments- The producer can then apply for a public funding body such as a film council, there's a limit for development funding designed to improve quality.
Private finance- The producer can then pitch the film to private investors to hope for support for the film. The financial resources are needed to fund the development of the script.
Tying down the writer- The producer of the film can got to private investors to gain hope that the project will be supported. The producer manages to get a development deal. The agents who represented them deal with the directors and producers. They need to find the money to tie down the development of the project.
Script development... (scene 3)
Synopsis- The writer produces a story line of a synopsis then they either agree or disagree on the key features that would be shown in the film. The writer and producer are working very close together to stage the script, otherwise the bad script could destroy the whole film.
Step outline- The most creative writers are the one that go above and beyond, they think out of the box for their ideas. It's main use is a short burst of information about each individual scene.
Drafts- Each writer needs to hand in the first draft produced this can be seen as the hardest part of screen writing. This is a critical part to get right as it will be produced int the final piece.
Revision- This is where when the writer is happy they send their piece off and other finances can give their additional ideas, usually they ask the script editors for some help. None of these drafts will contain dialogue.
Final draft- When everyone appears to be happy about the script, it's classified as the final one. this is the final draft and this is also where the writer gets paid. This only happens when the director and producer are happy with the script produced.
Sales treatment- Finally the it starts the process of the sales treatment, this is all based on the very final draft.
Packing... (scene 4)
What is packing?- The producer and the director come together to package the script and prepare it for finance, they must have a budget that is reasonable to work with and then this is the start of the packaging process.
The cast- Well known stars will be asked to join the script to make the project more commercial. These actors help fund the film as they are well known worldwide so the film will appeal to the user's.
The heads of department(HODS)- Heads of departments will be asked for their knowledge of finances. A top editor can transform a film. Te DoP producer designer is very important for the visual appearance, as is the photography.
Detailed budget and production schedule- For the film to be successful they will need to find out how much it's actually going to cost. They need also a time limit to stick to.
Detailed budget and production schedule- Investors will want to know what the producers plans are to raise all the money for the film. They will then find a way of paying it all back.
The complete package- The film can now progress to be available for the commercial proposition, now people can give their opinions. The final packages are now in place.
Financing... (scene 5)
The market- The financial part can happen anywhere in the world, this enables them to secure the final investment, however, this mean the producer will have to travel. This is seen as one of the hardest parts as they have to attract for the investment needed.
Investment- Private companies can invest in these films they need the lawyers and contractors to seal the deal. there are 3 main potential sources of investment:
- private finance
- co-productions
- public investment
Brands and cap funding- The banks specialises in film financing they can investing projects and also be offered loans.
Complete bonds- This is similar to insurance they need a completion bond in place before they make the final agreement. Usually financed movies don't require completion bonds.
Green light- Finally when all the agreements have been made there given the green light to go ahead with the film.
Script development... (scene 6)
The kick-off meeting- The team can now have this meeting to start shooting the script, the pre-production begins in the earnest. One the film has the funding everything is stopped then given scene numbers.
Casting- This is a very long process, they need to identify the cast of actors. It's up to the casting directors to identify the possible cast. An average film will have over 30 cast members.
Story boarding- Every shot is planned in advance and the storyboards become blueprints. Most films employ a storyboard artist. Usually the DoP will be present during the time that this meeting will be taking place.
Production design- The designer will now plan every aspect of how the film will look. They then begin to build each point.
Special effects planning- The effects planned are in much detail depth as they are a vital part of the film making process, this can take months to prepare for. A large number of the scenes in the film will include special effects.
The production unit- The first ad is made by the production manager,this all goes in the triangle of production. During pre-production they must do the following:
- work out and write the scheduled
- arrange a contract for the equipment hire
- insurance
1st day of principal photography- This is where the shooting of the film begins and the finding is given. Many scenes are set up with the actors preparing for the shoot.
Camera- The department the deals with the camera's has the responsibility of capturing all the footage that they need to make this film possible. The camera operator is responsible for capturing all of the action.
Lighting and sound- Once all the departments have all their checks done then the shot can now begin.
Acting- The actor's that have been chosen for each shoot have to create emotion for each scene to draw the audiences attention in. The actors have the responsibility of making the film a success.
Special physical effects- Every special effect scene must be captured carefully so that there is minimum risk of an injury happening. They crew must make sure that the shot goes according to plan.
Chain of command- The producers must make sure that they keep to the scheduled and make sure they don't fall behind the time limit they gave themselves.
Post production...(scene 8)
Rough cut- As the footage is been processed it is now ready to be edited, and they are able to create a narrative sequence of the film. Editors are a vital part of the film making process.
Post production sound- Once the picture scene is shot then it becomes locked. This is now where the sound department come in and put the sound with the picture. Once all the sound tracks are created the final mix can be created.
Digital effects and titles- These effects are added in by a special team called the special effects team, they can add titles and credits to the film. The producer keeps a close eye on all of this.
Grade and colour- This is a final stage of the creating the picture, this is here all the shots are edited and adjusted. The colourist will make the scene look as good as it possibly can.
Final mix- After the picture lock the music is put to it to make the final mix, as a film is an audio visual the sound is vital to be the right quality.
Final cut- The film now has a full lock and is ready for duplication. Most directors don't have their final cut on their film's. Once the cut is agreed the film is ready.
Sales...(scene 9)
Selling the product- They find themselves a sales agent that specialists in film sales. They now have a secure product that can be sold out to an audience. The sales agent is a key part in any film that is produced.
The trailer- The trailer helps the company to sell them film to a paying audience. Cutting a successful film without giving too much away is an art in itself.
Sales toolkit- This is where every detail is collected to sell the film to the audience. The package contains key information and marketing materials. They will estimate ho the film will perform in box office.
Talking to the film market- They will need to find the suitable audience age rating for the viewers, this will depend on the scenes show during the film. Representatives from around the world will gather at these events.
Screenings- There will be a film festival where the film will be shown for the fist time, this is the film's first ever screening. This is a great gathering as it gives the film a high profile. They want people to be talking about this film in the industries.
Deals- Now that the film is on the big screen they can make deals with distributors all around the world.
Marketing...(scene 10)
The marketing team- This is a team which can help sell the film t specialist film sales, They need to market the film to the public. Then they must make their way down a supply chain.
The audience- The audience is essential so the marketing team goes ahead and runs a test screening to see peoples reaction to the film. It needs to get around by word of mouth as the film making industry is a big business.
Advertising- It is vital that the film is advertised through all types of the media, this can either be through posters, cinemas, trailers, TV advertisements and type of media that is shown to the public.
Press and media coverage- The film gets around by word of mouth weather you see it in the newspaper or on TV. The film industry is glamours and glamour sells in papers.
The Internet and new marketing models- The Internet is a main part in the process as it can travel news fast, it also makes marketing possible.
Selling the film to exhibitors- In order for the film to sell and get an audience there needs to be an agreement made between the sales team and the cinemas.
Exhibition...(scene 11)
The premier- The film will be shown on the big screen for the first time and it will cause an explosion in the media. Frames really help to sell the film.
UK cinemas- In the UK there are more than 3500 cinema screens so the population of a film would be huge. Cinemas are the most important market for any film. Usually they don't make that much money from the tickets however, they get it from the goods that they sell.
Prints and logistics- There are prints of the film made endlessly, the more the film is shown the more print are needed. Hundreds of copies are produced by the distributors.
Box office performance- Distributors supply copies of the film to be out in exhibition, data about the film is always collected.
Revenues- This is where we can view the costs and profits off the film. This is just the start of how we see wheat everyone has earns that was involved in the making o the film.
Recoupment- Once people have been paid they can recover there investments. Films that overall do well will make a profit through box office.
Other windows...(scene 12)
Hospitality- This appears on hotel channels in-flight entertainment and can be used in additional revenue. This is how films are sold.
DVD and video- Audiences in the UK tend to spend more on DVDs than on cinema tickets so this is an area they can't afford to fail in.
Broadcast- Television is a source or revenue.
The game of the film- The product can be made into a game with a licence from the film producers, this can also be used as an additional source for revenue. This is part of the future for the film industry.
Profit?- Once the film has made a profit, there can be awards given to the cast and producers.
The end?- The film could now again be re released in the for see able future even if the film has made a wealthy profit the first time.
A comprehensive overview of the film production process. Good work.
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