Parallel Scripting

Parallel Scripting

We, as a group, were torn between two versions of the script.
One being our original and the other containing alterations to include cross-genre elements including supernatural elements. 

The elements that will be present in our supernatural product:

• Mentions of magical element
• Potentially gloomier tone to make it a more bespoke supernatural tale such as Fables or Once Upon A Time.
• Characters being visibly fantasy themed
• More supernatural conventions such as fantasy terms and setting.

The elements that will be present in our crime thriller product:

• Grey skies
• A monologue narrative
• A hinted villain presented in a mysterious way
• Clear protagonist and side-protagonist
• Explosion

Unable to decide which track we wanted to go down, we have decided to create the alternate script and during filming, we film the alternate script alongside the original. In the editing process post-filming, we will come to the decision of which path to take.

Modern Supernatural Idea (Shelved)

Modern Supernatural Idea (Shelved)

Due to practicality of filming and timing, it was deemed that a parallel script and filming schedule was generally impractical. We also believe that due to our research that we have conducted, we have not encompassed a supernatural element. To this end, we have not seen the potential audience reaction so making a film of that nature will be both painstaking and a risk due to the unknown element. 

In conclusion, the supernatural alternate script has been shelved. We are instead continuing with the crime thriller film that we intended to produce.

Potential Cast:

Warlock - Keenan (Me)

A young male warlock studying spells & incantations from books & scrolls. Costume to consist of modernised robes, jewellery, pentacle necklace. Props include, spell books, scrolls, wand. Setting to be in a library. Camera angles to include a lot of fast paced match on action shots. Key lighting to be source of light to create a mysterious atmosphere.

Werewolf - Harry

Werewolf running through the woods chasing his prey (rabbit). Costume to be prosthetics hair or werewolf fancy dress costume. Setting to be woods during the daytime. Camera angles to be in first person view whilst chasing the rabbit, wide shot to reveal werewolf's appearance. Natural lighting to set the tone for a "natural" feel to the shots.

Vampire - Kieran

Vampire turns into a bat and enters a bedroom with someone sleeping, bites neck and turns them into vampire too. Costume to be white shirt, black cape, black trousers and shoes. Setting to be in a bedroom. Camera angles to make use of 180 degree rule when dialogue appears, over shoulder shot.  Key lighting from lamp shades to create tension.

Mood Board

Mood Boards

Mood boards are a useful way of recording different conventions associated with different genres. 

Fantasy Mood Board

For the fantasy genre, general conventions consist of a magical element like spells, wands, staffs, crystal balls, mystical creatures etc. In cases like the Arya Stark, Gandalf & Hermione promo posters; dark colours and shadows are implemented to create a mysterious and mystical feel to it. The aesthetics of the typography used usually has a regal flair that helps abide by the stereotypical fantasy conventions. Some form of magic is often depicted as an archetype for the fantasy genre (which can be seen in the fantasy mood board with characters like Gandalf or Hermione).

Crime Mood Board

For the crime genre, general conventions consist of cops, detectives, mystery, murder, guns. In cases like the Catwoman Gotham poster, the use of dark & gritty colours like black & grey depict the general convention of mystery within the crime genre. The aesthetics of the typography used usually coloured white in a simple text style. This usually indicates that benevolence of the main protagonist solving crime. Therefore, conforming to the stereotypical crime conventions. In cases like the Dexter poster, the typography is blood red with blood splattered angel wings as part of the mise en scene, creating the imagery of dexter being the angel of death. This subverts the crime genre and incorporates the sub genre of thriller. Instead of the audience following a protagonist who solves crime, Dexter follows an anti hero who has questionable morals by murdering serial killers.