The BBFC is there to set age restrictions on films based on guidelines created restricting those of a certain age from viewing the film. The BBFC get their funding from the distributors that pay them to review the film. It's linked with the government through their financial affairs.
The examiners would view the content, they do this on their own(solo viewing). From this they then identify the story line of the film, bad language sex and drugs references and key moments.
The issue classifying a film is depending on the content that the film contains itself and how the audience may react upon it.
The dark knight was seen to be a 15 film due to the nature of the film which was the violent scenes that were displayed and the language that was being used in the film. It was seen inappropriate for those of an age below 15.
The guidelines for a 15 film are strong language allowed and sexual references in context to the narrative, however repeated and frequent use of unnecessary language isn't allowed, some blood and gore.
Adulthood was given a 15 rating film was because it has some sexual references, strong language, some blood and gore which is part of the restrictions. The film didn't contain too much blood or gore and it linked back to the story when displayed for the audience. The language used was frequent but wasn't too strong.
Tuesday 15 December 2015
Thursday 10 December 2015
Evaluation LR
WWW: A reasonably solid evaluation that reflects on some
strengths and weaknesses accurately. You have used media terminology well in
places – if you can make this consistent across all your work then you will
move towards the higher grades.
EBI: This feels rushed. Written English (sentence
structure, paragraphing) is mixed and you don’t follow the suggested structure
– outlining the brief at the beginning of the evaluation. Considering the main
criticism is that your production didn't meet the brief to miss it again is
poor. In general, there’s just not enough depth and detail to your analysis for
the higher grades. You do consider the impact on the audience in places which
is a positive but I’d like much more detailed and specific discussion of
certain shots, transitions etc. The reflection on the lack of effective
planning is important and this is something you definitely need to address for
the real coursework.
LR: Structuring the evaluation better.
Talk more about the strengths and weaknesses rather than the weakness.
Focus on specific things (camera shots, sound etc.).
More depth and analysis.
Arthouse film institution research
Production: Independent film studios
1.The BBFC distributed Donnie Darko
The Falling was distributed by Meterdome UK, it was first shown in the BFI and
Monsters was distributed by Vertigo films, it was first shown to the audience at South by Southwest Film Festival and made $4.2 million. The budget of this film was less than $500,000 highlighting the success the film has had. It made more than expected meaning the film was a success.
Distribution: Independent film distributors:
1.The BBFC distributed Donnie Darko
The Falling was distributed by Meterdome UK, it was first shown in the BFI and
grossed £359,082. The budget of The falling was around $750,000, the film wasn't as successful as planned and was rather disappointing in the end.
Monsters was distributed by Vertigo films, it was first shown to the audience at South by Southwest Film Festival and made $4.2 million. The budget of this film was less than $500,000 highlighting the success the film has had. It made more than expected meaning the film was a success.
It Follows was distributed by RADiUS, the first screening of the film was at the Cannes Film
Festival and the film made $10.3 million. The budget of the film was originally $2 million.
Distribution: Independent film distributors:
1.10 steps
Scene 1
Usually aim to share experience.
Scene 2
Distributors try and target the largest audience the film will be successful to.
Scene 3
They identify the audience
Usually aim to share experience.
Scene 2
Distributors try and target the largest audience the film will be successful to.
Scene 3
They identify the audience
Why would the audience go and see the film
Estimate how successful the film would be
Persuade exhibitors to play the film
Plan and partnership in order to build awareness and interest
Create as much possible interest
Scene 4
Many territories, the UL and the Hollywood studios and many other independent distributors handle what is created outside major studios
Scene 5
They sell international rights to major international distributors
They use sales agents to sell the concept, script
Distributors think about the target audience and who might be interested in the movie
Estimate how successful the film would be
Persuade exhibitors to play the film
Plan and partnership in order to build awareness and interest
Create as much possible interest
Scene 4
Many territories, the UL and the Hollywood studios and many other independent distributors handle what is created outside major studios
Scene 5
They sell international rights to major international distributors
They use sales agents to sell the concept, script
Distributors think about the target audience and who might be interested in the movie
Getting money for the film itself is next
Distributors usually become partners and therefore split the costs
Scene 6
Making a Distribution Deal
Distributors usually want all available rights in order to spread risk and opportunity across various platforms.
Scene 7
A plan is prepared for the release of the film
Scene 8
They need to make the best possible decisions.
What type of film is it, when shiuld it be released, where should it go, hows it going to be released.
Distributors usually become partners and therefore split the costs
Scene 6
Making a Distribution Deal
Distributors usually want all available rights in order to spread risk and opportunity across various platforms.
Scene 7
A plan is prepared for the release of the film
Scene 8
They need to make the best possible decisions.
What type of film is it, when shiuld it be released, where should it go, hows it going to be released.
Scene 9
Film art-websites, quote posters etc.
Trailers-most effective marketing technique
Digital Marketing-online adverts
Online hype created to promote the movie
Awards, festivals, premiers may take place
'Search engine optimisation (SEO)' and editorial coverage and social networks helps to do this.
Research and tracking is important for distributors to identify entertaining features of the film
Film art-websites, quote posters etc.
Trailers-most effective marketing technique
Digital Marketing-online adverts
Online hype created to promote the movie
Awards, festivals, premiers may take place
'Search engine optimisation (SEO)' and editorial coverage and social networks helps to do this.
Research and tracking is important for distributors to identify entertaining features of the film
Scene 10
They have to think of cinema screeners that reach their targeted audience and leave the best impact. Print management and one shot.
They have to think of cinema screeners that reach their targeted audience and leave the best impact. Print management and one shot.
BOX OFFICE RETURNS
Eg. gross receipt however the distributors usually earn less than these figures.
THE HOLD-OVER CHALLENGE
New releases
Previews planned
Eg. gross receipt however the distributors usually earn less than these figures.
THE HOLD-OVER CHALLENGE
New releases
Previews planned
2. It follows made $14,673,301, Icon Film Distribution
Donnie Drako made $727,883, Flower films
The falling made £359,082, This film was released theatrically
Monsters made $237,301
3. Curzon Artificial Eye is one of the UK’s leading independent film distributors who release critically acclaimed films to UK audiences. They are quite successful and have released more Cannes Palme d’Or winners than any other UK distributor.
4. I've learnt that Arthouse films can be in any language and are usually promoted for people of a higher status usually middle class and for my clip it will be targeted for all ages and social class to promote these types of films.
Exhibition: Arthouse cinemas
1. The Electric Cinema,Notting Hill, London.
The Electric Cinema differs from cinemas like Vue as it shows films that are lower budget and aren't mainstream. Over the years the cinema has started to show more mainstream films.
2. Arthouse films usually attract middle class educated people, this is identifiable as the film may be in other languages and those who have studied are more likely to be interested in films like these and are middle class as they've been educated and have a job which has a high status.
A case study in independent film production:
1. Film London is London's film and media agency it is sustaining, promoting and developing London as a major international film-making.
2. Microwave Films is a funding scheme for UK feature films, and the purpose of Microwave Films is to fund and distribute films.
3. London Calling is a scheme in which Londoners enter a competition where they can have access to funds and training to help create a short film, encouraging in the sense that as they are creating their films, they'll be nurtured
4. to become breakthrough talents in film making in the capital.
This film fits in with the art house theme as it is in another language which will mainly interest those who have been educated meaning they'll be from a middle class family, this would mainly attract females as this is a romantic film about a disaster that has taken place. The cast are also not famous celebrities that are usually seen in big Hollywood films making this film more relateable just like other low budget art house films that have been showed previously. The target audience for this film is mainly those of a middle class status and explorers, they are going to be well educated. It will mainly be promoted to women who are white middle class, it will be a 75:25 female to male split.b
iLL Manors
iLL Manors fits in with art house films as it attracts a smaller audience this would attract a younger more working class audience which aren't as educated. This is because of the story being about violence and is in urban areas which may not interest those who are middle class. Art house film usually has casts that are relatable to the audience, the film also reflects the lifestyle of some youths today which makes this film fit the art house genre as it targets a smaller audience. The target audience will be a 70:30 split male to female and predominantly those who are white working class but also other ethnic groups at the same time.
Freestyle
The film Freestyle fits in with this as it isn't a mainstream film which attracts a wide audience, the film is youth orientated and would be a 50:50 split and would attract people from a working class family. This will attract aspires as they may want to be like some of the characters in the film. The film will target those who have a common interest in sport but also urban life. The film will be promoted to those around the ages of 10-50.
5. Having too many things going on in the script will have strain on the budget.
Clear idea of who you are intending your film for from the beginning.
Know what your story is.
2. Microwave Films is a funding scheme for UK feature films, and the purpose of Microwave Films is to fund and distribute films.
3. London Calling is a scheme in which Londoners enter a competition where they can have access to funds and training to help create a short film, encouraging in the sense that as they are creating their films, they'll be nurtured
4. to become breakthrough talents in film making in the capital.
4. lilting
This film fits in with the art house theme as it is in another language which will mainly interest those who have been educated meaning they'll be from a middle class family, this would mainly attract females as this is a romantic film about a disaster that has taken place. The cast are also not famous celebrities that are usually seen in big Hollywood films making this film more relateable just like other low budget art house films that have been showed previously. The target audience for this film is mainly those of a middle class status and explorers, they are going to be well educated. It will mainly be promoted to women who are white middle class, it will be a 75:25 female to male split.b
iLL Manors
iLL Manors fits in with art house films as it attracts a smaller audience this would attract a younger more working class audience which aren't as educated. This is because of the story being about violence and is in urban areas which may not interest those who are middle class. Art house film usually has casts that are relatable to the audience, the film also reflects the lifestyle of some youths today which makes this film fit the art house genre as it targets a smaller audience. The target audience will be a 70:30 split male to female and predominantly those who are white working class but also other ethnic groups at the same time.
Freestyle
The film Freestyle fits in with this as it isn't a mainstream film which attracts a wide audience, the film is youth orientated and would be a 50:50 split and would attract people from a working class family. This will attract aspires as they may want to be like some of the characters in the film. The film will target those who have a common interest in sport but also urban life. The film will be promoted to those around the ages of 10-50.
5. Having too many things going on in the script will have strain on the budget.
Clear idea of who you are intending your film for from the beginning.
Know what your story is.
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