Short Films

To begin research on producing and planning a 5 minute film, we looked at several examples of popular short films in the media currently. Each incorporated a different new twist, and fitted a lot of interesting footage, camera angles, effects, and sound into such a small slot of time, whilst maintaining a clear storyline, and a start, middle and finish. I have embedded some examples of the ones watched that I felt were most effective, and could be used as the basic principle behind my own short films production. 









This short film, entitled, "Temptation" has won many awards for its effective manner and serious tone. Though it is not set in an orinary "film" manner, and structured in the form of a poem reading, it is effective in remaining poingnant in the audiences members mind, and question them to consider its message, and think about what is truly being said. When looking with consideration to my own coursework, it is a possibility that the concept of using a serious message as inspiration could work, and be the basis of my films ideology. 








Another short film, though 7 minutes long, entitled "Spin" is an alternative look at the outcomes of one minute action, and what would happen if things changed and altered. It has a clear and concise set of events, and toys with idea of magic and mystery, through use of video effects. I would highly consider using an idea similar to this in my short film. The aspect of time alteration is a flexible and interesting one, and I will definitely research further into using such an easily achievable yet highly regarded effect, with other short films that address this idea.








The humorous short 7 minute film above, is called, "They are made out of meat". It uses setting and character to effectively create a mock serious situation, with a discussion between two apparent other worldy beings. Its main device is the humorous aspects, and it uses little video effects, which contributes to its drama yet comedy basis. The setting is seemingly very basic, as the entirety of the film is set in an American diner. This particular type film would also be easily achievable, as settings would be limited in my own film, yet none the less significant in its success and effectiveness. This film is interesting and humorous partly due to its simplicity, and I feel that aspect could be extremely versatile, and easily incorporated into my own short film, to make it just as effective.


After researching these short film examples, I will now look at the means behind the production of them, and the reasoning as to why they were produced in the first place, and who for; what audiences are atttracted by short films? How are they publicised? Where is funding attained from? I will research into these questions in order to gain a deeper insight into the industry of short film making as a whole, resulting in successfully producing my own, with a purpose and an intended audience.