Big Boy - Final Production

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Final Production on Facebook and Twitter

 

Our final production 'Big Boy' uploaded on Facebook.

 

Our final production 'Big Boy' uploaded on Twitter.

 

 



We chose to upload our final production to two different social network sites, Facebook and Twitter for our audience to see. The main reason for choosing these websites is because the majority of our target audience are users of these social network sites. Also, due to the invention of web 2.0 it is much easier for smaller independent companies, such as our company, SAS Productions to distribute our production to a wider audience.

By using social networking websites, such as Facebook and Twitter we are also able to receive feedback from our target audience. This is because they are able to reply and leave comments on the post's we have created and 'like' or 'favourite' them showing they have enjoyed our production.

Sound Journal

Sound Journal – Shania Sukhu

The role of sound in a film

Sound plays a very significant part in a film and is crucial to reflect and emphasise the events and action taking part in the scenes and create verisimilitude where the sound creates a believable world to the audience. For example, in our short film we included a fast paced soundtrack when our protagonist, Suki D is rushing around his bedroom preparing for the escort, Lady Candy’s arrival. The fast paced sound emphasises the idea that Suki D is against time and is under pressure to get ready.

What did the role of sound involve?

As I took on the role of sound within our production I had to look for a range of different soundtracks and sound effects to include in the background of the film. I began by looking at similar comedy film to our production, ‘Big Boy’ soundtracks, such as American Pie, Sex Tape and The To Do List to develop my ideas about what sounds are typically included. I then began searching for different sounds using Google and Youtube. I also had to look for sound effects, such as sexual sounds and the typing of a keyboard that could be synchronised with the actions when shown on screen. This required a lot of patience and team work as I had to search through a variety of different sounds before finding the perfect ones and I also had to ensure the director was also content with the sounds that I had found to incorporate into our short film. After being satisfied with the sounds I had found I then had to convert them into mp3 files using online convertor websites so that I could transfer them to the editor who could then import and sync them into our production. After, the director and I decided we wanted in incorporate voiceover into our production to make it more interesting and humorous. Therefore, I had to then create a script and record the voiceover which I could then give to the editor to edit into our film.

Were any problems encountered?

Thankfully I did not encounter many problems whilst taking on this role; however, I did encounter one main problem which was finding sounds that synchronised well with the action shown on screen. For example, it was very difficult to find a typing keyboard sound that synchronised well with the speed at which Suki D pressed the keys. However, to resolve this problem I realised I had to search more specifically, for example ‘slow keyboard typing’ to find sound that would sync with the actions on screen.

What has taking on the role of sound person taught me?

Taking on the role of sound has extended my knowledge and understanding of how important and fundamental sound is in order to create a successful film. I was previously unaware of this as I have mainly taken on roles as the director and cameraperson in the past and have therefore not been able to focus heavily on the importance of sound. I learnt that it is incredibly important to make sure the correct and suitable sounds are chosen as this can really emphasise the actions shown on screen and make the overall film much more enjoyable to the audience. 

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Score Notes

Score Notes

Gleaming Medium - Obtained from: Final Cut Pro - At the very beginning of the short film this sound is used as it sounds very enticing and seductive. We also chose to incorporate this sound into our production as we believed it corresponded well with the actions of Suki D watching explicit content and masturbating well.

Sexual Sound Effects – Obtained from: Final Cut Pro – In the beginning scene where Suki D is watching explicit content and masturbating we chose to include background sound effects consisting of sexual noises, such as groans and heavy breathing. We chose to do this as we thought it made the scene much more comical and also made the audience clearly aware that Suki D is watching explicit content.

Roberto's Grooves – Obtained from: Final Cut Pro – The next soundtrack was used when Suki D is rushing around his bedroom cleaning up in order to prepare for the escort, Lady Candy’s arrival. We chose this soundtrack as it is very upbeat and therefore emphasises the rush Suki D is in to get ready.

Ambient Sounds – Rain, Typing and Doorbell – Obtained from: Final Cut Pro/Youtube – For the scene where Lady Candy arrives at the house I included ambient sound to link with the action on screen. This helps create verisimilitude within the film and also ensures the audience are not confused, for example, without the sound of the doorbell they would question how Suki D knew someone was at the door.

Marvin Gaye – Lets get it on - Obtained from: Soundcloud – When Suki D locks the bedroom door leaving him and Lady Candy alone in the room this soundtrack is then introduced. We chose to include this song due to it being sensual which linked to the sensual connection between the characters that we were trying to portray.

Nitin Jadva - Bhangra Beat Desi instrumental - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8OK8cyGrOk – Obtained from: Internet/Youtube – For the Indian cultural scene where Suki D is dreaming of Lady Candy we chose to use this soundtrack which we found on Youtube. We chose this as we thought it was upbeat and clearly presented the Indian culture which corresponds well with the events on screen where Lady Candy is wearing an Indian outfit and a bindi.

Anomaly - Calling your name - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=er8IudRyDS8 – Obtained from: Internet/Youtube – We chose to include this soundtrack as we found this was used in a similar scene of ‘American Pie’. We found it very comical and the retro feel made it much more humorous as this is not music individuals would expect a teenager to listen to.

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