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Below features the final product of our film opening, Moonlight Sonata.
Note: provided in an embedded YouTube video, along with a Google Drive link in case the YouTube video does not work. This blog post is written by me (Sharon).
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COMP 1: Final Piece (Moonlight Sonata)
COMP 1: Critical Self-Reflection
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This is a critical self-reflection of my team's project on the film opening - Moonlight Sonata, overall. This blog post is written by me (Sharon).
My group decided to create a film opening targeted to teenagers coming from middle to upper-class backgrounds, titled 'Moonlight Sonata' which tells a narrative story of a boy being pressured by his mother.
Here is a link to a google document of my critical self-reflection in case the presentation does not work.
COMP 1: Post Production (Editing)
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Here shows the editing process for Moonlight Sonata done by Timo and this blog is entirely written by him.
To begin, I chose the timeline-based and non-linear video editing software application that is Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2020 as my primary choice of software for video editing. To begin, most of the files were transferred from the SD card used to my desktop to begin editing.
The files were then imported into Premiere Pro, I then filtered the shots and deleted all the shots from the media library that I thought wouldn't be useful in the overall edit. I then downloaded the audio file of Liszt - Liebestraum No. 3 (Love Dream) and imported it into the project. It was the first thing dragged into the timeline as it is the main driving factor of the movie and most of the shots revolved around it. The editing software made it easier to choose parts of the song to sync clips to as it has the marking feature which allows the user to mark a certain part in the timeline with a label.
Shown below is the overall timeline of the project.
SIGNIFICANT EDITING CHOICES AND METHODS
ASPECT RATIOS
One of the main editing features is the presence of adjustment layers to change the aspect ratio of the scene, this is seen throughout the entire movie.
This was created using adjustment layers and the crop effect in Premiere Pro.
In the scene showing younger Hazel I edited the aspect ratio to be more narrow, this was done by using the crop feature by adding a number to the sides. I made the choice to add this effect as videos back in the day were commonly shot in this size. Whereas, adolescent Hazel was shown using a wider aspect ratio as this creates a more cinematic effect and makes the scene more dramatic.
TRANSITION (Match Cut - Book)
Another significant part of the movie was the transition from adolescent Hazel to present Hazel, this was shown using a transition where a book closes and opens.
At first, this section did not look smooth at all and was very noticeable for the audience as the way we shot both the shots, both the angle and the hand placement was very different. This made for a choppy and jarring transition, however, after further revision using simple framing keyframes, this allowed for a more organized and centered framing while it smoothly tracks the actor's movement. The existing motion blur also helped in making the transition smoother as we shot the video at a lower shutter speed.
COLOUR GRADING
A subtle part of video editing that is most of the time overlooked is the colour grading of the final
product. The whole movie was colour graded using the feature of Lumetri Color in Premiere Pro.
(this is an example of the settings I chose for the clip shown below)
RESULTS
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| without lumetri color |
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| with lumetri color |
This simple colour grading made the shot more cinematic with warm colours and a more natural skin tone. The original shot was overexposed and created unrealistic lighting and colour for a school environment, without colour grading it could have been very unattractive and it may stand out from the rest of the shots.
TITLE SCREEN (Moonlight Sonata Glow)
The final editing choice made was by far the most simple, this choice was to add a glow effect to the title screen. This was done by syncing it with the musical cue of a note playing. This effect was done by adding a copied layer of the original text, adding a stroke effect, and giving the text a camera blur, this was accompanied by keyframing the scale to make the text seem to glow, this was to mimic the moonlight glow to further emphasize our movie title.
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| blur effects available on Premiere Pro |
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| (final video is animated) |
COMP 1: Behind the Scenes
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Here contains pictures (all taken by Nayana) of our production process of Moonlight Sonata (film opening). This blog post is written by me (Sharon).
This Google Drive link is enabled to further look into the behind-the-scenes pictures.
The pieces of equipment utilised throughout the 3-day filming process are a Sony A7 Camera, Zeiss 24-70/F4.5 Lens, MOZA AirCross Camera Gimbal, RØDE Videomic, YongNuo YN 360 III RGB LED Video Light Wand / Ice Light (3200-5500K), Video Lighting LED Panel CN1200DH 5400K 72W (digital dimmer).
DAY 1 (Regents Secondary School Bali - 10/02/2023)
We decided it was best to first film at Hazel's school on our first day at Regents Secondary School Bali in class 206 (as our music room) on a Friday. The school scenes feature Hazel (Danny Budiada), Harmony (Jasmine May), and Hazel's music teacher (Benjamin Whitaker) in their music class. By the end of the day, we completed filming all scenes involving the school.
DAY 2 (Jalan Belanjong no. 14 (Maxi's house) 11/02/2023)
The scenes filmed on this day involve young Hazel (Timothy Mulia), adolescent Hazel (Matthew Tan), as well as Hazel's mom (Hawila Eva) at "Hazel's house" (Maxi's house - Jalan Belanjong no.14).
DAY 3 (Jalan Belanjong no. 14 (Maxi's house) 12/02/2023)
On our last day of filming, Hazel's mom came in for the last time to act along with Hazel (Danny Budiada). We wrapped our 3-day filming with a team picture.
COMP 1: Storyboard
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This is my team's storyboard for Moonlight Sonata, created and drawn by me (Sharon). This blog is also written by me.
First Draft (sketches)
> Some of the boxes are still left undrawn due to unclear cues from the screenplay (e.g. camera angles)
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COMP 1: Final Screenplay (Moonlight Sonata)
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Here shows the screenplay (made by Maxi) of our final concept (Moonlight Sonata).
Moonlight Sonata
Screenplay by
Maximilian Gehlen
January 26th, 2023
SCREEN BLACK
NON-DIEGETIC Piano music starts to play softly in background (Liebestraume, By FRANZ LISZT)
OPENING CREDITS ROLL FOR THE FIRST 15 SECONDS
FADE IN:
HAZEL’S ROOM - DAY - 13 YEARS AGO
MEDIUM CLOSE UP SHOT IS USED TO SHOW HAZEL FROM THE SIDE ON A PIANO CHAIR, WITH HIS MOM NEXT TO HIM, RECORDING HAZEL USING A CAMCORDER
HAZEL is playing the piano joyfully as his MOM gives positive remarks.
MOM
Keep going! You’re doing great!
HAZEL’S ROOM - DAY - 9 YEARS AGO
FADE TRANSITION:
MEDIUM SHOT FROM BEHIND
HAZEL continues to play the piano, turning to his mother while smiling, as he now has 4 TROPHIES on his shelf and a picture of him with his mother, which shows HAZEL holding a trophy.
HAZEL’S ROOM - DAY - 6 YEARS AGO
FADE TRANSITION:
HAZEL continues to play the piano, it can be seen he's lost his bright smile. There are now 10 TROPHIES on his shelf, with the picture of him and his mom now showing them holding a trophy together.
HAZEL’S ROOM - DAY - PRESENT
HAZEL is still playing the piano. Dozens of trophies on his shelf can now be seen, with the picture of him and his mom now showing only his mom holding the trophy. He is now on the verge of tears as his mother berates him for his lousy playing.
CUT TO MEDIUM CLOSE UP OF MOTHER SHOUTING
MOM
Do better! I know you can do better! Play faster or I'll get the ruler Hazel!
CUT TO POV SHOT OF HAZEL FROM THE POV OF A PIANO KEY.
HAZEL begins to tear up as his eyes turn red. However, he continues to play the piano.
MUSIC CLUB CLASSROOM - DAY
NON-DIEGETIC piano music stops. Replaced by HAZEL’S diegetic playing.
MATCH CUT IS USED TO SHOW HAZEL FROM THE SAME POV AS BEFORE, ONLY AT A DIFFERENT SETTING - HIS SCHOOLS MUSIC ROOM.
HAZEL is now playing on his school’s music clubs’ piano - continuing where the song left off in the previous scene. Tears are gone, only a sad expression is left on his face.
CUT TO MEDIUM CLOSE UP FROM THE SIDE
HAZEL continues to play, while his clubs’ teacher tells him to stop - however HAZEL is too focussed on playing to hear it.
(TEACHERS voice starts faded and gets clearer)
TEACHER
Hazel. Hazel [louder].
CUT TO OVER THE SHOULDER SHOT OF TEACHER.
(Voice is now fully clear)
TEACHER
Hazel [yelling]!
FAST CUT TO MEDIUM CLOSE UP OF HAZELS UPPER BODY FROM PREVIOUS POV SHOT - FROM THE POV OF THE PIANO KEYS.
HAZEL’S eyes focus in and he jumps in his seat out of shock. He looks around in a confused daze, and then looks to his teacher.
CUT TO OVER THE SHOULDER SHOT OF TEACHER FROM HAZELS POV.
TEACHER
Get back to your seat, Hazel.
CUT TO MEDIUM CLOSE UP FROM THE SIDE OF HAZEL STANDING UP
CUT TO MEDIUM CLOSE UP OF HAZEL SITTING DOWN AT HIS DESK.
HAZEL puts his bag on the ground, sits down, and lays his chin on his palm, as he stares off blankly into the distance.
CUT TO MEDIUM CLOSE UP OF TEACHER STANDING IN THE FRONT OF THE CLASS.
TEACHER begins to introduce the music club's newest member.
TEACHER
Good afternoon everyone! Today we have a new student joining us today in our music club!
TEACHER waves her hand in a “come in” motion towards HARMONY.
NON-DIEGETIC PIANO MUSIC FADES BACK IN QUIETLY. BUILDS UP THROUGHOUT THE SCENE.
CUT TO CLOSE UP OF DOOR SWINGING OPEN AND HARMONY’S FEET WALKING TOWARDS THE FRONT OF THE CLASS.
HARMONY enters the classroom.
CUT TO CLOSE UP OF HARMONY’S NECK AND MOUTH. FACE NOT SHOWN.
HARMONY is in the front of the class, about to introduce herself.
HARMONY
Hello everyone! My name is Harmony! It's a pleasure to meet you all! I'm 16 years old and I just moved here a couple days ago.
CUT TO CLOSE UP OF HAZEl.
HAZEL is in the same position as before. Not paying attention to HARMONY, still staring blankly with his hand covering his mouth. Appears to be in deep thought.
HARMONY CONTINUES TO SPEAK AS THIS SHOT OF HAZEL IS SHOWN.
HARMONY
Some things I like to do are to read books, go out to parks, and uhm… [pause]
CUT BACK TO CLOSE UP OF HARMONY’S NECK AND MOUTH.
A slight smile is brought to HARMONY’S face as she says her next words.
HARMONY:
I love playing piano!
CUT TO EXTREME CLOSE UP OF HAZEL’S EYES
Piano music from earlier reaches its crescendo and is at its fastest pace.
HAZELS pupils swing widely towards HARMONY’S direction, in the front of the class.
CUT TO BLACK.
TEXT DISPLAYED: MOONLIGHT SONATA. ZOOMS IN SLOWLY FOR THE NEXT FEW SECONDS.
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