AICE Media Studies

Our comedy horror film challenges conventions by exploring sensitive topics such as depression and attempted poisoning in a humorous manner. Rather than portraying the girl as a helpless victim, she responds to the situation with resilience and wit, subverting the traditional narrative of victimhood. This representation challenges the stereotype of individuals with depression as fragile and powerless, instead portraying them as capable and assertive. Furthermore, the film addresses the issue of toxic relationships and the importance of recognizing and standing up against manipulative behavior. By depicting the girl's response to her date's attempt to poison her with humor and defiance, the film highlights the need for healthy boundaries and self-advocacy in relationships. Our film engages audiences by blending elements of comedy and horror to create an entertaining and thought-provoking viewing experience. The unexpected twist of the girl's reaction to the poisoning attempt...

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 Hey guys! I have been working hard editing the video for everyone to enjoy. Me and Jenna have had plenty of fun working together. During the editing process I had to work efficiently. Since most scenes wouldn’t blend together smoothly I had to find transitions that helped. It may not transition smoothly but it gives a nice effect. It was also hard choosing where to put each scene so the storyline makes sense. In the end it was effective. I also had to choose a font that wasn’t too harsh and scary but fit the comedic horror role. I also had to figure out how to make the text appear while Jenna was walking past it was difficult but I did it with the help of YouTube. That’s all for today guys!

 Hey guys! Me and Jenna had a lot of fun recording but there were ups and downs. We had went to a mall close by it was kind of busy. At first me and Jenna had a hard time filming the bathroom scene because a lot of people were coming in and out and we didn’t want to seem weird. When we were outside many cars kept coming and almost hitting us in the process. Besides that some people also took our seats we were filming at so it was a shift in scenery for a bit. We had to film the coffee scene twice because Jenna was laughing and I didn’t catch the scene at the right time. It was funny. After that Jenna’s coworkers interrupted us and started talking with her. Then after the filming Jenna drank both of the coffees and threw up later while we started doing a few shopping around the mall.  That’s all for today guys!

 Hey guys! So, after showing my short movie to the fam and friends, I got their thoughts and decided to tweak some stuff. My bestie was like, "It's kinda creepy, man," so I toned down the stalker vibes a bit. My cousin said to ease up on the intense stuff, so I dialed it back. Sis wanted more depth for the girl, so I gave her a bit more backstory. Mom got all mom-like, asking if it's sending the right message, and Dad suggested digging into why the guy is stalking. Grandma was old-school, not vibing with the funny-stalker thing. Some friends were into the soundtrack, so that stayed. Others were split on the ending, so I kept it chill without a big twist. They liked the edgy vibe but had mixed feelings on the stalking part. Took their advice and changed it up – still different but more balanced. It was like a mini-movie review with the crew. Adjusted the editing a bit, kept it light but added more layers to the characters. In the end, it felt more solid, you know? The ...

  Hey guys! So, like, I made this short movie, right? It's about this guy stalking a girl, but get this – she's all depressed and thinks it's like, charming and funny. Anyway, after showing it to my friends and fam, they had a bunch of stuff to say. My bestie was like, "Dude, that plot is wild! It's so creepy, but also kinda funny, you know?" And my cousin was all, "The vibe is so unique, but maybe dial down the stalker stuff, it's kinda intense." My sis, who's all into drama, was like, "OMG, the tension is insane! But maybe give the girl more depth, you feel me?" Mom, being all protective, was like, "Honey, are you sure this is the right message?" Dad, being the cool guy, said, "It's edgy, but maybe explore the reasons behind the stalking more." Grandma was like, "Back in my day, we wouldn't have found that funny, dear." Some of my friends were split, with one saying, "The soundtrack slaps...

  Hey guys! I have been getting a hang of merging clips together and adding certain sound to the specific scene.  Rearranging the footage to tell our unique story has been a wild ride. I'm still getting used to the whole process of merging videos, but it's all in the name of creating something unforgettable. Our horror romance movie is becoming a beast of its own, and I can't wait for everyone to experience the creepy yet strangely alluring world we're crafting on the screen. The journey through the editing realm has been a formidable one, especially for someone not accustomed to seamlessly merging different video sequences. It's become a profound learning experience, requiring a thoughtful approach to crafting a cohesive narrative. The challenge lies in intertwining scenes, ensuring they seamlessly flow together to tell our captivating story of love and horror. Every decision, from rearranging sequences to adding text, contributes to the overall impact of our film...

 Hey guys!  I've been working hard on the footage for our horror romance movie, and things are shaping up quite nicely. Decided to throw in some text, you know, like they do in those killer movies, just to give some extra oomph. Tweaked the lighting a bit too, just to hit that sweet spot. And hey, blurring out the background a tad - it's like magic, making the main characters, whether it's the guy or the girl, pop out and grab all the attention. Editing has been a bit of a rollercoaster, though. Wrapping my head around combining different scenes and going through the whole thought process – it's a whole new ballgame. But trust me, the struggle is real, and it's worth it. The challenge is making all these pieces come together seamlessly for our horror romance masterpiece. It's like weaving a twisted tapestry of suspense and bizarre charm. Every cut, every transition, it's all part of this intricate dance to keep the audience hooked. That’s all for today!

  Hey guys! So me and Jenna have been working hard on building scenes. Most of the time we have to repeat or fix a scene because it didn’t come off how we wanted to. Jenna is the main actress while I stay behind the camera. Jenna tends to show and enhance the emotions that need to be there. We have yet to find a male counterpart. We may just find a friend to pretend to be the guy for us. Since we don’t have the guy yet we’ve been just filming the scenes that only Jenna needs to be in to build the story.  We're mapping out the locations, thinking about every detail, from the mood-setting lighting to the killer soundtrack. It's a crazy journey, and we're loving every minute of it. Our passion for this project is off the charts, and we're ready to bring this twisted tale to life on the big screen. That’s it for now guys!

  Me and Jenna are knee-deep in this epic journey of curating the most chilling yet strangely romantic soundtrack for our movie. It's like, imagine a mixtape that sends shivers down your spine but also makes your heart race, you know? We're on the lookout for those tunes that will set the mood just right. We're vibing to eerie tunes that give you goosebumps, making you question if you're alone in the room. And then comes the challenge of finding romantic songs that somehow fit the bizarre charm of our story. It's like piecing together a puzzle where each track has to enhance the peculiar connection between our characters. We've got this eclectic mix ranging from haunting ballads to edgy love songs that'll make your heart skip a beat. Jenna's got this knack for matching the music with the scenes, creating a symphony of emotions that'll keep the audience hooked. Picture a romantic interlude intertwined with the suspenseful notes of a dark melody – it...

  Hey guys! So me and Jenna have been trying to figure out a time on when to film since we’re both busy but we have started to clip a few scenes together.  We're brainstorming day and night, bouncing ideas off each other, trying to make this movie stand out, you know.I’ve got this killer vision for the visuals, and Jenna is diving deep into the storyline, making it as gripping as a Netflix thriller. We're mapping out the locations, thinking about every detail, from the mood-setting lighting to the killer soundtrack. It's a crazy journey, and we're loving every minute of it. Our passion for this project is off the charts, and we're ready to bring this twisted tale to life on the big screen. (Computer screen) It's like, who knew stalking and dark humor could collide in such a bizarre yet fascinating way? But hey, that's the magic of filmmaking, right? Get ready for the ride of your life when our movie drops – it's gonna be awesome! That’s all for now!

 

 What elements (Conventions) of the genre that you chose to base your final task on does this movie have?  -Based on a girl -Plot twist -Met in bar What elements (Conventions) of the genre did the movie have that you like? -The woman deceives the man What elements (Conventions) of the genre did the movie have that did not appeal to you?  -Lack of color

What elements (Conventions) of the genre that you chose to base your final task on does this movie have?  -Based on a girl -Killer is obsessed with girl What elements (Conventions) of the genre did the movie have that you like? -Direct storyline -Both comedic and scary What elements (Conventions) of the genre did the movie have that did not appeal to you?  -Lack of reality -Rushed story line

What elements (Conventions) of the genre that you chose to base your final task on does this movie have?  -Set in a small town -Based on a girl who is having issues with a killer What elements (Conventions) of the genre did the movie have that you like? -How important the timeline was to the story -The random plot twist What elements (Conventions) of the genre did the movie have that did not appeal to you?  -The lack of reality

 The opening credits of our movie will be more rounded and comical like this.  It will appear to be in the center of the screen and it will come from outwards and zoom in when it appears in the middle and then pop back out. Also most credits like producer and music credits will be put on random objects like the car or buildings as people walk by.  Working title: The title of this film could possibly be "Just A Bit of Poison" It's be in a Bold rounded font like  Title will be seen as a fade in and typed as well they will appear until someone walks in front of them or the car leaves the camera view. Depending on the scenes color we will most likely use white and black evenly distributed Names will stand out more so credits can be enhanced 

Title: "Killer Comedy "[Opening shot of a bustling city street. People walk by, absorbed in their own activities.] INT. COFFEE SHOP - DAY [We see EMILY, an easygoing woman, sitting alone at a table, sipping on her coffee and reading a book. Meanwhile, JASON, a nervous and bumbling man sits at the table across from her, discreetly trying to sabotage a sugar packet, which he plons to swap with hers.]  [As Jason clumsily attempts to execute his plan, he accidentally knocks over a salt shaker, causing a small commotion. Emily looks up, amused by the chaos unfolding in front of her.] [Jason, flustered, tries to regain his composure, but his every move seems to backfire, much to Emily's silent amusement.] across from her, discreetly trying to sabotage a sugar packet, which he plans to swap with hers.] [As Jason clumsily attempts to execute his plan, he accidentally knocks over a salt shaker, causing a small commotion. Emily looks up, amused by the chaos unfolding in front of...

 -What titles are displayed during the opening sequences? Producers, cast, title of movie, music supervisor, editors, production designers, photography, etc.  - What images are prioritized in the opening sequence? Tons of black and white scary scenarios and then there's Ernest reacting to them putting the title in full effect.  - How does the film establish a feeling of the genre from the outset? It gives off a silly supposedly scary vibe. It does so by the sounds being all over the place like a circus. Then the font is also not consistent in a way. Some of it is blocky and white, drippy and red, white and looks jagged like lightening, and the other one is orange somewhat drippy and jagged. (Art of The Title)

 -What titles are displayed during the opening sequences? Producers, cast, title of movie, editors, production designers, photography, etc.  - What images are prioritized in the opening sequence? It's mostly the ocean and waves. At the beginning there was a scary little girl in a white dress and a floating chair.  - How does the film establish a feeling of the genre from the outset? It doesn't automatically present a horror atmosphere because it lacked imagery. It does present how the title comes into play though. They made waves of the water 'fall upon' the words and they magically appeared after the wave splashed. Putting a play on the words invisible man. (Art of The Title)

-What titles are displayed during the opening sequences? Producers, cast, title of movie, music supervisor, editors, production designers, photography, etc.  - What images are prioritized in the opening sequence? An opening view of the city skyline and the inside of cafe.  - How does the film establish a feeling of the genre from the outset? It gives off a downtown city feeling like something could be lurking amongst everyone music enhancing the eerie grisly violence that could be approaching.  (Art of The Title)