Objective: Create a 3 minute or less Mystery Short Film. A mystery film is a genre of film that revolves around the solution of a problem or a crime. It focuses on the efforts of the detective, private investigator or amateur sleuth to solve the mysterious circumstances of an issue by means of clues, investigation, and clever deduction.
Materials/Resources:
Materials
Adobe Premiere
GarageBand - use GarageBand to create your own background music and to use its copyright-free sound effects.
Post in AAVP Short FilmTeam Signup Form stating who will be on your project team, team member roles, and your idea for your Short Film. (This will be a seperate grade)
Before you start filming, complete a 1st draft shot list of planned shots and locations.
Must be edited to 3 minutes or less. (Points will be deducted if video runs over 3 minutes)
This assignment is solo or groups up to 4 in a team. Divide responsibilities for planning, shooting, and editing.
Download the Short Film Documentation and complete the pages: Stapled, title page, script, storyboard, and work log. Save the video as 1a_Team#1_ShortFilm.mp4 and turn it into the dropbox. Compressed as a H.264 Youtube 1080 29.97fps mp4 file.
DUE: you have 5 weeks to complete this project before semester exams.
For more videos, check out the Mr. Coursey's Classroom YouTube Channel
Click on the Video Title in the video to view the Tutorial in its own window at a larger size.
How To Do A Plot Twist
Tips For Writing Thriller/Mystery
How to make your writing suspenseful
Every Story is the Same
How to Write a Short Film
P3: Editing Audio in Adobe Premiere
P4: Editing Video in Adobe Premiere
P5: Exporting Video in Adobe Premiere
Adobe Premiere: Workspace & Overview
Examples:
Below are some examples from previous students
Example #1
Example #2
Example #3
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Example #5
Example #6
Directions for turning work in:
Save as period_lastnamei_asssignmentname.mp4 (1a_Team#1_ShortFilm.mp4) in your 3-6wks folder, Then upload and turn in to Google Classroom.
Be sure to check the rubric below to make sure that you get the best grade possible.
The video needs to have a sense of realism. Make it seem like things are playing our for real and not amature or too silly.
The video needs to have a story, main idea, and focus. (beginning, middle, and ending/conclusion) 3 act Structure
Be sure to film in locations that best go with your scenes. Example: Film a football practice scene on a football field opposed to filming in front of your home. Details make a big difference in the quality of your videos!
Include opening title and end credits.
Frequently check with Mr. Coursey for advice and suggestions to improve your video. Don't wait until the last minute to film and edit your video. Quality suffers when you are rushed. If you are willing to put in the work, your video should turn out well!
Check the Portfolio and Video rubric and things that can be easily added or improved before turning your video in.
