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Intro To Film Production

Subjects : performing-arts, film
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. The ability of a lens to gather light is determined by the largest possible f-stop of that particular lens (a fast lens can open up to allow more light than a slow lens)






2. Light that separates the subject from the background by positioning a somewhat lower intensity light at a high angle and behind the subject. It traces the edges of the figure and creates depth.






3. Refers to the size of your subject in the frame






4. Sound that includes both room acoustics and background noise






5. Adjusting the optical center back toward the focal plane causing the image to become more wide-angle






6. The order of events in your film






7. First complete version of the narrative in proper screenplay format

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8. This type of move breaks the promise of showing something else to the viewer






9. Primary source of illumination in your scene. Usually it is a motivated light source.






10. Frequency - Amplitude - Timbre - and Velocity






11. Recording is too low

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12. The measurement of acceptable diameter which creates the appearance of focus






13. Another name for backlight because of the effect it gives the actor






14. Process of combining the video and audio with the applied effect to create a new media file






15. Frequency - Amplitude - Timbre - and Velocity






16. Any cutting - arranging - trimming - corrections - or effects you might perform occur only virtually - in a preview mode. Original media files are not altered in any way. (Digital NLE is an example)






17. Adjusting the optical center away from the focal plane and therefore increasing the magnification power of the lens (telephoto)






18. The person who pulls focus






19. Shots that don't require any actors to be present like landscapes - location-establishing shots - and shots of objects and cutaways






20. Works closely with the director on the visual interprataino of the script and the photographic look of the movie (cinematography). This involves lighting - film stocks - video format - expressive camera angles - compositions - exposures - and f






21. Measures the strength of the incoming signal.






22. Dramatic Structure Matches - Content and Activity Matches - Matched Action Cuts - Graphic Matches - and Sound Bridges






23. To alternate between two or more scenes when editing a sequence






24. The head of the sound department responsible for recording the best possible quality sound. Chooses the appropriate microphones and mic placement for each and every scene that requires sound. They also monitor and maintain proper recording levels.






25. Lens that offers a continuous range of focal lengths in one lens housing






26. The subject of the story - the central character whom the audience will follow as they attempt to achieve their goal






27. Refers to the size of your subject in the frame






28. Hands-on lighting person who implements the lighting designs of the Director of Photography. In charge of setup and proper functioning of the lights.






29. Character - Goal - and Conflict or Obstacles






30. Shot - Shot Sequence - Scene - and Dramatic Sequence






31. Not limited by the linear characteristics of video tape. We can move around in the footage in any direction - instantaneously. All film projects - whether shot on film of DV are edited on NLE. All visual and aural components must be turned into dig






32. Responsible for the proper use and actual placement of the microphones for optimal quality






33. Closely scrutinizing the location for its technical and aesthetic capabilities






34. Camera and lens expert. They are responsible for the proper functioning of the camera - which includes setting it up - cleaning the gate - checking and pulling focus - and selecting filters and lenses. They know precise details about what various






35. The range between -12dB and 0dB that gives a buffer for any unforeseen audio spikes






36. Any cutting - arranging - trimming - corrections - or effects you might perform occur only virtually - in a preview mode. Original media files are not altered in any way. (Digital NLE is an example)






37. Adjusting the optical center back toward the focal plane causing the image to become more wide-angle






38. Separate comfortable waiting space to put the next-in line actor. A place where actors can relax - drink some water - and go over their lines.






39. The range between -12dB and 0dB that gives a buffer for any unforeseen audio spikes






40. The strategy of using movie lights to duplicate where light would logically be emanating from






41. Lens that has one fixed focal length for more precise manipulation of image quality






42. Clearly shows both subjects in the scene and defines the spatial relationship of the two to each other and the space around them






43. Soft light that fills in the shadows created by the Key Light






44. Executing more than one move at a time






45. The things that our characters actually handle in a scene






46. Standard calling card. 8x10 photograph on one side and a resume on the other.






47. The look of the environment in which your scenes take place - and the choice and design of the objects and costumes employed in the film have a profound impact on the tone - the characterizations - and the meaning of your movie.






48. Changing the plane of critical focus during a take while the camera is running






49. A shot of a detail within your scene other than the characters' faces






50. Not limited by the linear characteristics of video tape. We can move around in the footage in any direction - instantaneously. All film projects - whether shot on film of DV are edited on NLE. All visual and aural components must be turned into dig