This week we had another tutor meeting with David and we Presented our proposal for this task. Here is the key information from that presentation.
Synopsis
We intend to fulfil our clients request of producing a full sound mix to accompany a 20 minute film. The plot of the film is as follow;
“Tied” (Working Title) is a short drama film of 15 minutes that follows a young woman, Becky as she copes with a strained home life and difficult new friends. After being peer pressured into exploring a seemingly abandoned house Becky crosses paths with the suicidal Angela. As the two support each other in an emotional conversation and Becky’s impatient new friends become increasingly bored of waiting, the two manage to find solace in each others company.
Aims & Objectives
Our main aim is as follows;
- Create a full sound mix containing dialogue, sound effects, atmospheres and music for the film whilst maintaining a professional level of communication with our client throughout the project.
Our objectives are as follows;
- Utilise the use of real instruments as oppose to synthesizers where possible to give a better sound.
- Draw upon similar works from relevant film composers.
- Effectively use foley, sound banks and on set recording evenly to ensure the widest scope for suitable sounds.
- Draw upon similar works from relevant sound design teams.
- Use as much on set dialogue as possible to save time and prevent lip syncing issues.
- Have a basic understanding of on set filming techniques, with a more in-depth knowledge of on set sound recording.
- Critique other student films.
- Be present to as much of the creative process as possible to gain a better feel of the project in the early stages.
Sound Requirements
We have categorized the sound requirements into the following 5 areas –
- On Set Dialogue
- ADR
- Backgrounds
- Sound Effects (including foley)
- Music
Roles
In order to ease research, we decided to split the sound requirements between the 3 of us. This does not mean that we would be fully completing each element individually, but the individual would be researching the relevant element and would ultimately have more of a creative decision over that area. The roles are as follow;
On set dialogue & ADR – Luke
Sound Effects and backgrounds – Ben
Music – Bobby