Production progress

 February 28, 2025

Filming Day 2

Day 2 of filming was less hectic. We thought we had to refilm some of the shots from the bathroom scene but we ended up not have to. We took this opportunity to get some props that we needed for the graduation party. We went to party city because it was closing so everything was on sale. We spent a total of about 14 dollars which was an amazing price for everything that we purchased.

Later this day we made a script for our party and figured out the date for it. Originally it was going to be on the 23rd but do to scheduling conflicts we had to move it to the 2nd of March. This ended up working in our favor because it was also a day most of our guests could come. The script was what some of our guest had to say. For example one of the guest went up to Piper to congratulate her on her admission to her dream college. Well, that concludes day 2 see you on day 3!

Production progress

 February 26, 2025

Filming Day 1

What's up Cambridge!! Today I will be talking about my day 1 of filming for my final project. There was a lot of ups and downs to this day but we managed to find a solution and keep going.

To begin with, my camera lense broke before we could even film anything. We had to think quickly and we began asking our friends if they had a camera and if so we would ask if we can borrow it. Luckly, one of our friends had an amazing camera that we could use. It was much better quality then the one I had so it worked out in our favor.

Our luck didn't last long. We arrived to our film location (house), then realized we don't have an SD card. So we end up taking a detour to our closest walmart and we bought one from there. The trip did make us lose about 45 minutes of our filming time due to it being about 20 minutes away.

Once we made it back to the set we began to film. We got our bathroom scene done and made sure to film multiple takes so that we can see which we like best for the final cut. We were also able to film some "memories" for the reminiscing aspect of the film. But we looked back at the videos we took and we kind of looked like we were going to rob the gas station which is not what we were going for so we scheduled a day to refilm those clips. 

 February 24, 2025

Color Schemes

Hey Cambridge!! Today I will be talking about the color schemes in my film. There are multiple color schemes throughout the film due to the different scenes. 

Graduation:

For the graduation the color scheme will be light colors such as white and pastel colors. We decided to go with light colors because they create a cheerful and celebratory setting. They give off positive and joyful moods which makes the party seem more festive. The white especially gives off a calm vibe which is something we want the viewers to get at first.

Memories:

For the memories the color scheme will be dark colors like, black, dark blue, dark green, and etc. This is to give off a more rebellious vibe. It is also because the kids are doing sneaky stuff like sneaking out so they want to be in dark colors to blend in with the darkness of the night; if they were in light colors they will easily be seen and have a higher risk of being seen.  As seen in our behind the scenes footage we are all in dark clothes as were doing what we are not supposed to do.

 February 23, 2025

Audio

Hey guys!!! Today I will be talking about audio. Sound is crucial in filmmaking as it is the audience can hear in a film. Sound in films is divided into two categories: diegetic and non-diegetic. Diegetic sound includes all audio that originates from the film and can be heard by the characters, like footsteps and dialogue. Non-diegetic sound includes audio added to the film that the characters cannot hear, such as narration and music. Sound can also be added in post-production to add to certain actions like footsteps or knocks, which is considered diegetic sound. 

What audio will I be using in the film?

The film will begin with non-diegetic sound as Piper arrives at the party. When she enters the house, the sound will transition from non-diegetic to diegetic. The opening will remain diegetic until she starts experiencing a panic attack like state, at which point non-diegetic sound will be add like, a ringing, voices fading out, and the sound will sound like it is coming from a far. Then, it will switch back to diegetic during which Piper will be in the bathroom looking through her photo gallery. It will switch back to non-diegetic adding a a phone call ring, plus the voice of the person on the other end of the phone. After this scene, the rest of the film will feature diegetic audio.

Mise-en-scene

February 21, 2025

Props & Set

Hey Cambridge!! For this blog my group and I had to purchase some props. We went to Party City because they are closing so everything was on sale! We purchased confetti poppers, a graduation cap, balloons, and a banner. We got all of it for $ 14.62 which is such an amazing price!

Props:

Balloons & banner- Decorations to give the viewer context that a party is happening and to show what the party is for.

Food & drinks- Typical things you would find in a party.

Phone- The phone is used to look back at memories and to showcase the protagonist reminiscing/nostalgia emotions.

Graduation cap & diploma- This is used to show the protagonist has graduated. Things typical found with someone that has graduated.

Confetti poppers- This will be used for when Piper walks into the party, really giving her a shocked emotion.

Sets:

Door entry- This is where Piper is will be walking into her surprise party.

Bathroom- This is Piper's escape from the party, reminiscing on her memories.

Car- Used to show the protagonist coming back home from her graduation.

Gas station- The friend group goes here when they sneak out.

Park- This is where Piper in her friends go to have fun.

Bedroom- This is a "homey" place where the girls get ready to go out.

Living room: This is where the party will be held.

Mise-en-scene

 February 19, 2025

Costume

Party:

For the graduation party Piper will be in a white dress which is typically what girls wear when graduating; she will also have a cap that adds to the outfit signifying that she was graduating. The female guests will be in heels and light colored dress while the males will be in dress pants and shorts plus nice shoes. NO sneakers at all it is too casual for this setting.

Sneaking out:

For them friends sneaking out they will be in baggy clothes. Sweatpants and hoodies is what they will be wearing this outfit gives a trashy/ comfy look which is what we are going for. The hoodie is so that they can hide their faces if needed because they are not wear they are supposed to be.

Park:

This scene the actors will be in workout or outdoor attire. They are just casually going on a walk having fun so that would be best for this type of activite

 February 22, 2025

Character Development

The protagonist in my film is named Piper. She is 17 year old graduating high school. She is in the car ride home from her graduation just thinking about everything that she has done in her life. She gets home and is startled by people yelling "SURPRISE", she realizes her family and some friends are there throwing her a surprise party. She feels grateful that she is loved by so many people but then it hits her that everything will change. She begins to feel overwhelmed and goes to her bathroom. She feels a wave of sadness thinking about leaving, she starts to scroll on her phone reminiscing on her memories throughout the years. With a determined attitude she calls her best friend to tell their group to go out one last time before everything changes.