Now that we have our script, cast list, and storyboarding done. We now have to decide on the location to film since the deadline is coming up soon. My group discussed multiple eerie or creepy locations with unsettling vibes but ultimately we settled on my friends kitchen and house. We chose this location because the way its setup gives us multiple ways to build suspension through the glass doors from the kitchen. This spot also allows us to get in some more jump scares. We had to rule out multiple other ideas we had thought of such as another persons house which didn't fit our specified needs of the garage. Since it takes place in my friends house we had to overcome some issues such as where to film. The house we chose also has some limitations on what we can and can not do. While we thought of parks as well and how well suited they are for adaptability, we decided the house would be our best fit overall. In this sense we can also use multiple houses with similar layouts to combine the structure and house according to our needs.
Reece Reports:
First Location: Home/ Kitchen Interior
After asking around, our group settled on a location for the third scene that we felt was a strong fit for what the script called for. The back area in particular has an unsettling quality to it, and with the blinds rolled up, our group believes it could produce a really effective jumpscare moment. This location was actually in mind when our group was writing the script, which made it feel like a natural choice. That said, there are two challenges we need to address. The back room is fairly cluttered, so some cleaning and rearranging will likely need to happen before filming can take place. The biggest concern for our group is timing. The scene is intended to take place at night, but we are not certain that all cast and crew would be comfortable filming on location after dark. If that becomes an issue, our group is prepared to use a day-for-night approach, adjusting the color grading and lighting in the post production to simulate a darker outside setting even if the scene is shot during the day.
Second Location: Home Living Area, Garage, & Exterior
Our group does not currently have images of the location, but we are familiar with it having visited a couple of times. A small but great suggestion came from one of our group members, and after considering it and some cooperation, everyone agreed it was the right call. Compared to the previous location we were looking at, this one addresses two significant problems we ran into. The garage is spacious enough to actually film in, which the other location could not offer, and the living room provides both the space and the lighting that our script requires. One thing our group felt good about is the transition between the garage and kitchen scenes. Because the script does not call for a continuous shot connecting the two, the cut between clips should feel natural. The intention is for the audience to read it as one cohesive location rather than picking up on any kind of change in setting.
Reflection
With planning mostly behind us, our group is now shifting focus toward production. The next steps involve going through the logistics of the opening sequence and locking in how we want to approach everything on set. Once we come up with a solution, filming will begin, followed by editing to piece it all together. Depending on what comes up during production, there is a possibility we will need to dig deeper into certain filming techniques or editing processes, which may result in additional research along the way.
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