FILM POSTER

Publishing of the 'Cynic' film poster. 

The still image taken from my film opening is a significant moment. It was just before Mary saw the ghost of her possessed sister, Emilia. 

When choosing an image for a film poster it is important that it is from a noteworthy extract off the film. For my choice of genre, horror, it is essential that the poster has a 'fright factor'. This will entice viewers to want to watch the film. 

COSTUME DEVELOPMENT

 

FILMING: HOT SEATING

In this video we asked the actress who plays our protagonist questions about the portray her character: Mary. 

So how would you describe your character Mary? 

How does your character’s role develop throughout the film opening 

Do you think Mary was frightened when she used the ouija board? 

How were you able to connect to the experiences that Mary had to your own if you had not experienced it before 

Can you give us any clues of what happens after the final cliff hanger?

PLANNING: RISK ASSESSMENT

 

	HAZARD TO HEALTH AND SAFETY	RISK POSED AND TO WHOM	LEVEL H/M/L	CONTROL MEASURE TO REDUCE RISK	FURTHER ACTION IS NEEDED TO REDUCE RISK
First aid issues	-          Walking to the local woods	-          potentially could trip over tree stumps or get stung by stinging nettles/ hazard of tripping/ other plants causing obstruction, slips and trips, awkward posture	L	-          Be aware of the surrounding environment and watch out for hazardous plants	-          Have suitable medical equipment nearby
Transport	-       Crossing the road         Traveling in the car from Talullah’s house to the woods.	-        Potential risk of being hit by car – looking the wrong way   -        Risk of car crash when driving in car	M	-       Cross at pedestrian crossings. Look both ways (take caution when crossing). -       Make sure somebody is looking around for uncoming cars.	-        Be cautious when walking/driving to filming location
Weather	Rain -       ­ will make forest floor slippery.     -       Will make clothing and filming equipment (Iphone) wet.	-       All actors Fall over and trip – injury oneself   -       Get cold and sick from wet clothing. Slipping/dropping wet phone and it smashes	L	-       Take caution when walking and wear appropriate clothes incase theres a risk of rain. E.g no cotton.	-       Bring wellies/umbrella. Perhaps first aid kit.
Accommodation eg risk assessment from centre, bedding	No overnight accommodation	NA	L	NA	NA
Major public incident e.g. terrorism	-       Act of terrorism given national threat level – although very low risk.	-       Group could become caught up in a terrorist incident causing injuries or separation – again risk is low	L	-       Stay alert

 

 

PLANNING: CASTING

CYNIC

CASTING

CHARACTER CASTING 

Actor: Talullah Duffy

Inspiration: Elena Gilbert from 'The Vampire Diaries' 

Protagonist - Mary

Mary is the stereotypical teenage girl who is extremely likeable and friendly - but in this case also very vulnerable. We cast Talullah for this role because we felt we could ultise her acting skills, and we took inspiration from Elena Gilbert from Vampire Diaries. Elena is described as  compassionate, empathetic, caring and friendly. She could be very vulnerable and a damsel in distress. So therefore, this fits our character profile very succesfully. After the death of her dear sister Emilia, Mary is mourning her passing and wishes for a way to speak to her. And as the audience comes to realise, it does not go to plan for her.

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CASTING

Antagonist - Emilia (as a ghost)

Actor: Fia Brown 

Inspiration: Samara in 'The Ring' (2002)

Fia will play the character of Emilia - a ghost who is accidentally summonded by her sister Mary. The ghost is a terrifying phantom who appears to want to harm her sister - illustrated through her disturbing image. The ghost is a stereotypical spirit who torments and agonizes through fear. For inspiration, I've chosen Samara from 'The Ring' - a young girl with supernatural gifts who was thrown down a well, and she returns to our physical reality through the cursed tape.

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Best Friend of Mary - Kate

r: Fia Brown

Actor: Laura Souter 

Inspiration: Lily from 'The Princess Diaries'  

Kate is the best friend of the protagonist. This is a small role, but it is vital nevertheless because Kate is the catalyst for the curse of the Ouija board. We took inspiration from Lily from The Princess Diaires, a stereotypical best friend who is much like the character of Kate - kind and compassionate,perhaps smarter than the main protagonist  Lily is portrayed as intelligent, confident, and socially conscious. 

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