Evaluation Question 5: How Did you Attract/Address Your Audience?

 

In order to accomplish this, we had to follow the standard codes and conventions set by other typically successful thriller films to engage with our audience. For example, we used filming techniques such as cross cutting to create tension and suspense which is what an audience wants to see as they expect this when they go to see a thriller genre film. 

 

 

Here is an example of cross cutting used at the beginning of the opening sequence during the titles

An example of a thriller film we were inspired by was ‘Inception’ which in terms of plot was known for its enigmas which were used to draw the audience in and eventually lead to a climax which thrills the audience. In the instance of scores, we sourced music that was similar to the feel of this film. This way people are excited and are mesmerised, therefore we create an atmosphere of intrigue and evoke the desired emotions we want the audience to feel. Below are examples from the science-fiction thriller film:

An enigma is placed at the end which makes the audience consider the question, 'Was the whole film a dream?'

A piece of the score from the film by Hans Zimmer which capitalises on the codes and conventions of thriller - i.e. slow and steady at first which builds up 

In order to see whether or not we achieved our goal in attracting/addressing our audience we got potential audiences to view it. Social networking and video sharing websites such as 'Facebook' and 'YouTube', as well as laptop screenings were used to distribute our opening sequence.
In response, the results from our feedback concur with this as most of the results were positive and few constructive points were given.

Overall, most said that the cinematography and score, combined with the editing and context of the film worked well to create a somewhat professional looking opening sequence. 

This is our short thriller opening sequence Bloodline

'Facebook' layout

'YouTube' layout

 

 

 

  

Pictures of Bloodline screenings

As a group we took into account of feedback given and we did change some things about our film, such as the opening part of the sequence which was not originally planned as a cut between candles; reactions to it suggested that it would work better if in editing we made use of cross cutting to create a sense of mystery rather than making the enigma about the main antagonist. Additionally, the scene when the murderer was walking up the stairs felt as though it was going to fast according to some, therefore we used slow motion not only to make it run at the right pace but to also create the feel of tension.

If we could change something about our film, we would take into account of some comments made and make the score extend for a longer period, improve the volume of dialogue and include more context to explain the plot better. Below is an example of dialogue that could be improved: