Lesson 06: Outlining the Trailer

Lesson 06: Outlining the Trailer

Documenting the process of planning the trailer

MWE

8/10/13

Lucy and I collectively decided to pursue with the narrative of “Ticket Out of Loserville” (named temporarily, but will be changed when better suited title is found). Together we have decided to outline our trailer, from the adaptation of the narrative theory of Joseph Campbell’s Hero Quest. We've chosen parts of the story which we believe will make our text and striking, really make an impact to our audience. These are the current scenes which we plan on including:

Jordan and Jane in the Warehouse [Belly of the whale (2)] – The clip will open to a scene in which Jane is in hostage in abandon warehouse with Jordan approaching her. It will have collections of close up, medium shot and over the shoulder shot as we change perspectives between Jordan and Jane. Editing will consist gradual speed up of cuts to build tension.

Link between George and Jordan [Supernatural aid] – The set of clip will consist mirroring between George and Jordan. The first link that is established, the scene will show Jordan’s unusual behaviour and anxiety over “Lord of The Flies”. Misc-en-scene will be very important in this clip as symbolism is the medium which we will be using to communicate with the audience.

Jane and Jordan’s Chemistry [Call to adventure] – Ivy is dragged into the drama of her friend Jane who is smitten over Jordan Sumner. A long shot will be used from the point of view of Ivy. It will be a shot of Jane and Jordan sat on a table together, showing their connection.
-We want this to be tastefully done. We don’t want it to come out cheesy or over the top as that will make our film seem less sophisticated and tacky.-

Party [Crossing the first threshold] – Ivy attends the gathering and takes this as an opportunity to observe around his household. She meets new figures which will later help her unravel Sumner’s story. Ideally we will have a party and will be filming candid shots of the scene. Pans, establishing shot, medium, close-ups and various other shots will be used to film this scene. The aim is to convey excitement and mystery in this scenario to build up anticipation and suspense. Diegitic sounds will be important.

Further disturbing revelation about Jordan [Meeting with the goddess/Woman as temptress]- Ivy learns that he is under therapy and is psychologically unstable. Though we don’t explicitly say that Jordan is mentally unstable, the purpose of this scene is to strongly imply that something is not right with him. It will paint Jordan as far more sinister character, he will be dissecting a heart and the misc-en-scene in his room will show animal carcass. Props will need to be greatly emphasised to promote this uneasy atmosphere.

Doctors report [Belly of the whale (2)] – to further underline Jordan’s dichotomies, we will show a quick cut to a doctor’s report. But not fully elaborate on it as we want to maintain some mystery.

Ivy’s research [Road of trials]- The trailer will then cut to Ivy doing her research about George and Jordan, trying to find a link. Perhaps show a news article of the fire incident which killed George’s family.

Quick cuts- Compilation of different clips will then be shown, quick cuts will be used to create chaos and un-coordination making the final clip really tense and exciting and it will end with Jordan’s manic smile and it will cut to black and show the credits.

As well as doing this, we've also discussed possible locations and casting. We will be doing location visits next!