Shot Evaluation For Animatic

Jade Ashmore- Candidate Number- 3006
Carl Squires- Candidate Number 3188
Alex Papadopoulos- Candidate Number 3150

Shot One*
This is our opening camera shot, we are using a Point of View shot to reflect what our main character can see . It portrays our opening scene and creates narrative enigma. It makes theaudience question who is looking at the children and why they are doing this.The shot in its self appears to be normal although the choice of music will inform the audience that there is something more sinister about this apparent innocent shot.

Shot Two*
This shot introduces the antagonist (played by Alex), this shot reveals what the main character looks like, however we are not going to reveal his face. This adds to the sense of mystery and confusion surrounding the antagonist. We believe that it is important throughout our thriller (Reprisal), to maintain a sense of creative enigma.

Shot Three*
This shot shows the children leaving the school gate.This shot portrays the vulnerability of the children as they leave the safety of the school premisis and move closer to the ever watchful eye of the voyeur.We are going to edit together both long shots and close ups of the children to represent that they are having a good time... However this about to change!

Shot Four*
This shot reflects the character moving towards the school, it creates suspense as the audience are unaware of what is happening. The main character is following the school children, this shot creates continuity in the sequence. It reminds the audience that danger is not too far away.

Shot Five*
This shot follows the story, it shows the children living their everyday life unaware that danger is lurking behind them. This makes the audience feel on edge as they sympathise for the children but they too, are waiting for something terrible to occur.

Shot Six*
This over the shoulder shot puts the two shots previously shown together to link up our idea of the man following the children. The over the shoulder shot portrays the sense of voyuerism. It reflects that the children are being followed and suggests that the chidlren are being threatened. It also creates enigma as the audience are unsure of who the mysterious man is.

Shot Seven & Shot Eight
This shot creates danger within the story line as the children split up leaving one child alone. This gives the man oppurtunity to attack but the audience do not know this however they fear this is going to take place. The man is constantly following the children and waiting for them where the children can not see. When the children stop so does the man. This creates a tense atmosphere.

Shot Nine*
This shot reflects the vulnerability of the child. He is alone and the audience are scared for the child as it has become obvious that something bad is about to take place.

Shot Ten*
This shot is going to be blurred, the effect of this is to leave the grabbing of the boy a mystery and leave it to the audience's imagination. If we had better quality cameras this could look really clever and effective but due to college equipment this is not possible. Furthermore, we will not focus in on the boy and man and it will be a very quick process.

Shot Eleven*
This scene creates confusion, as we do not know where the boy is and what the man wants from the boy. The collage of pictures on the wall creates an uneasy sense of mystery. This scene will have very dark lighting and only lit candles will provide light to make the scene feel eerie.

Shot Twelve*
This is the title sequence, we are going to use spooky font to create a thriller sense opening. Music will be played over the top to create a sense of mystery and timing will be significant to ensure that everything runs smoothly.