AICE Media Studies

On Saturday the 29th, I started filming for the music video at a park near the school. As the photographer, I borrowed Ethan’s camera and focused on capturing all the shots needed for the day. The plan was to complete half of the scenes that required a park setting. Before filming, I reviewed the order of the scenes and decided to follow the chronological sequence of the music video. I also confirmed which actors would be performing that day. The first scene involved two characters sitting on a swing. One character looked at the other, while the second avoided eye contact. I made sure the framing captured the mood of the moment clearly and recorded multiple takes until it looked natural. Next, I filmed a close-up of the female character, representing the male character remembering her face. I then captured a shot of the male character reaching out his hand, symbolizing him offering connection to the female character. I also filmed a close-up of the male character’s phone, showing the s...

Before filming the music video officially, rehearsals were essential to prepare for the shoot. Even without choreography, practicing scenes and camera movements helped plan how the video would look. Because everyone involved are friends, it was expected that filming would take longer than usual. The friendly atmosphere made it harder to take each other completely seriously at times. The rehearsal sessions focused on blocking and timing. Each shot was visualized to understand how it would appear on camera. Lines and actions were repeated multiple times to make them feel natural. The relaxed environment sometimes slowed progress, but it also made the process enjoyable and fun. Personal focus was important during rehearsal. Paying attention to posture, gestures, and positioning helped ensure each scene would look polished. Adjustments, like stepping closer to the camera or changing the angle, were practiced repeatedly. Rehearsing in advance highlighted areas that would need extra attentio...

  first scene- It starts off the camera focused on a girl with the music playing in the background “your the only girl i have ever wanted.”  second scene- Next it moves the focus on the people in background with the lyrics “every other girl is trying to be you.”  third scene- It then has a medium shot of falling letters and follow them down until someone crushes them. The lyrics “My mama said i should write you letters, but i think you’re with other dudes.” fourth scene- When the lyrics “take my hand” play the boy actor will reach out his hand and the camera will follow it. The lyrics “you'll like it” which ques the pan over to the next scene. fifth scene- The pan follows over to a iphone which shows many missed many calls from everyone but her. The lyrics relate to this saying “you dont even have to call.” sixth scene- plays the musical tempo with a overview of the park to calm the readers before the chaos. This will be shot in a wide shot seventh scene- The lyrics “take...

Props: For this project, we decided to produce a music video for the song “Letter Home” by Childish Gambino. Our main props will include a handwritten letter and an old envelope to symbolize the message being shared in the song. Another prop will be a small notebook, which we will use to capture thoughts and emotions as part of the story. We will also include beach-related items such as a towel, seashells, and sunglasses to make the setting feel more natural. These props will help us express the themes of reflection and distance that the song conveys. Costumes: We will wear simple clothes that match the beach environment and calm tone of the song. Our main actor will wear a white shirt and light brown shorts to reflect peace and simplicity. The other actor will wear a pastel dress or a light blue shirt to match the soft sunset lighting. Our color palette will stay neutral and warm to fit the emotional mood. This will help create a soft, nostalgic look that matches the song’s quiet and ...

  “20 Something (Quarantine Live Performance)” – SZA Cams:  Medium close-ups, wide shots, slow pans Editing:  Minimal cuts, soft transitions, long takes, black and white tones Sound:  Diegetic (live performance) Mise En Scène:  Warm lighting, black and white tones, bedroom setting, microphone, emotional expressions, casual clothing “Telegraph Ave. (‘Oakland’ by Lloyd)” – Childish Gambino Cams:  Medium shots, handheld shots, wide shots, close-ups Editing:  Slow pacing, cross-cutting, color grading (warm to dark) Sound:  Diegetic, non-diegetic Mise En Scène:  Natural lighting, casual clothing, car and phone props, beach resort/tropical setting, emotional acting