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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. 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






2. Reading from the script pages that actors are given minutes before the audition






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






4. Refers to the loudness of a signal as it enters the audio recorder which determines the strength of the recorded audio signal






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






6. 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.






7. Legal document - signed before cameras roll - simply stating that the performer gives you the right to use his image and voice in your film






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






9. Two-thirds of the depth range along the z-axis is behind the focus point and one-third is in front of the focus point






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






11. Form used in film production to keep track of all the mise-en-sc






12. An interior scene that can be used in case your exterior shoot is cancelled because of bad weather






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






14. Recording is too low

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15. Lighting unit that is position 90






16. Simple but comprehensive prose description of a film's plot






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






18. All camera moves need to be...






19. Controlling the strength of the signal






20. 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






21. A shot in which the subject looks directly at the camera






22. Shooting Script - Overheads - and Storyboards






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






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






25. Shot - Shot Sequence - Scene - and Dramatic Sequence






26. Often used as a guide for framing human subjects and for composition in general. The frame is divided into thirds with imaginary lines along the horizontal and vertical axes and then place significant objects - focus points - and elements of intere






27. List of all the shots that make up the film in the order in which they will be shot






28. 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.






29. Deciding where you want to shoot (the look - the access - the logistics - the sound - and securing it)






30. Sound bouncing off surfaces. Results in a booming or echo-y sound as the signal duplicates itself over and over again which is refereed to as 'acoustically live.'






31. A type of location sound that isn't recorded simultaneously with the picture. Two types are Ambient Sound and Location Sound.






32. 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






33. Shooting a scene from various angles






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






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






36. Refers to the loudness of a signal as it enters the audio recorder which determines the strength of the recorded audio signal






37. Closer shots of the subjects in the scene from and angle that includes a portion of the other person's shoulder or head. This is also called and over-the-shoulder shot.






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






39. Drawings of each scene from a bird's eye perspective. They help figure out important details like the axis of action - camera placement - and blocking.






40. Drawings of shots - arranged on paper in the order they appear in a sequence






41. Reading from the script pages that actors are given minutes before the audition






42. 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.






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






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






45. 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






46. Loud - sudden sound that exceeds 0dB






47. Organized process by which you schedule and work with a number of potential performers to determine their suitability to your film






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






49. The movement of characters in the space






50. Lighting unit that is position 90