Video and Sound Production

A composed series of frames that are shot uninterrupted from the moment the camera starts rolling until it stops. Camera shots are an essential aspect of filmmaking and video production, as combining different types of shots, angles and camera movements, the filmmakers are able to emphasis specific emotions, ideas, and movement for sense.

Figure 1.1

Types of Camera Shot

1. Shot Size

Shot Size is the amount of space that is visible within a single shot or frame.

Types of Camera Shot Sizes:

Extreme Wide Shot (EWS/ELS): The subject looks smaller compared to the background.

Wide Shot/Long Shot (WS/LS): Shows the whole subject with a large background, closer than an EWS.

Full Shot (FS): Full subject body.

Medium Wide Shot (MWS): Shows the subject from about the knees up.

Cowboy Shot (CS): Shows the subject from about mid-thigh up.

Medium Shot (MS): Shows the subject from the waist up, focusing more on them while still showing some background.

Medium Close Up Shot (MCU): Shows the subject from the chest up.

Close Up Shot (CU): Fills the frame with part of the subject. If your subject is a person, usually the face.

Extreme Close Up Shot (ECU): Focuses tightly on a small detail, like eyes or mouth.

Establishing Shot: A shot at the start that shows the location of the scene.

Figure 1.2 Types of Camera Shot Sizes

Source: Studio Binder

2. Camera Shot Framing

The art and science of placing subjects in your shots. It is all about composition - rather than pointing the camera at the subject, you need to compose an image.

Types of Camera Shot Framing:

Single Shot: A single shot shows one subject at a time.

Two Shot: Frames two characters in the same shot.

Three Shot: Shows three characters in the frame.

Over-the-Shoulder Shot (OTS): Shows the subject from behind another character's shoulder, often used in conversation.

Point-of-View Shot (POV): Camera is placed near a character's hip in the foreground, with the main subject in focus.

Figure 1.3 Types of Camera Shot Framing

Source: Studio Binder

3. Camera Angles

It is used to specify the locations where the camera is placed to take a shot. The position of the camera in relation to the subjects can affect the way the viewer perceives the scene. Multiple camera angles can amplify the cinematic effect and the emotions.

Types of Camera Angles:

Eye Level Shot: Neutral, natural view.

Low Angle Shot: Shot from a low angle looking up at the subject, making them look powerful.

High Angel Shot: Camera looks down at the subject, making them see small/weak.

Hip Level Shot: Roughly waist-high/hip level shot.

Knee Level Shot: Camera is low, around knee level. Making the subject look stronger or more dominant.

Ground Level Shot: Camera is at ground level with the subject, showing what is happening around their feet.

Shoulder Level Shot: Camera is at shoulder height, making the subject look shorter than reality.

Dutch Angle/Dutch Tilt Shot: Camera is tilted to one side, creating a sense of disorientation.

Bird's Eye View Shot/ Overhead Shot: Shot from high above, looking down at the subject and surroundings. showing scale and movement.

Aerial Shot: A high shot from above that shows a wide area of scenery (taken by drone/helicopter).

4. Composition & Framing

Composition refers to the way elements of a scene are arranged in a camera frame. Shot composition refers to the arrangement of visual elements to convey an intended message.

Rules of Shot Composition in Film:

The Rule of Thirds: 3x3, one of the most common framing techniques in film or photography, showing a character's position in relation to the scene.

Balance & Symmetry: Breaking the Rule of Thirds, this puts the subject at the center, which can create tension or garner more emotion.

Leading Lines: Directs viewer's eyes to the subject.

Eye-Level Framing: Positions the audience at eye-level with the character, planting the idea that they are equal with the character.

5. Depth of Field & Focus

Dept of Field describes the size of the area in your image where objects appear acceptably sharp. That area is called the field, and the size of that area is the depth of that field.

Types of Camera Focus:

Rack Focus: When the focus changes during a shot, either slightly or greater. It is more noticeable when the focus is shallow.

Shallow Focus: Sharp subject with a blurred background to emphasize emotion.

Deep Focus: The elements both near and far from the camera are in focus, keep everything sharp.

Figure 1.4 Depth of Field

Source: Studio Binder

Lecture 2: Three-Act Story Structure

What is the Three-Act Structure?

The three-act structure is a narrative model that divides a story into three parts: Act One, Act Two, and Act Three — also known as the beginning, middle, and end. Not every story needs to follow the three-act structure, that’s why it’s important to understand how it works. It is not a strict formula, but a helpful guide.

1. Act I: Setup

The setup introduces the characters, their story world, and the inciting incident, which kickstarts the story. It usually takes up the first 20–30 minutes of a film.

2. Act II: Confrontation/Build

The middle of the story raises the stakes and keeps the audience engaged. It is the main part of the story and often leads to the worst possible situation for the main character.

3. Act III: Resolution/Payoff

The ending should bring some form of catharsis or resolution, whether it is happy or sad. It offers a moment of release, either of relief or despair.

Figure 1.5 Three-Act Structure

Source: Studio Binder

Lecture 3: Storyboard

What is a Storyboard?

A storyboard is a visual representation of a film sequence and breaks down the action into individual panels. It is a series off ordered drawings, with camera direction, dialogue, or other pertinent details. It sketches out how a video will unfold, shot by shot.

Here is a website that can be used to create storyboard film scenes: Milanote

Storyboard:

Drawings, Sketches, Reference Images or Photographs to represent each frame.

A description of the shot ー any relevant information on the action, dialogue, or composition.

Shot specs ー shot size, lens length, two-shot, etc.

Arrows to indicate camera and/or character movement or how each shot connects to the next.

Figure 1.6

Example of Traditional Storyboards

Source: Studio Binder

Figure 1.7

Example of Thumbnail Storyboards

Source: Studio Binder

Lecture 4: Production

Stages of Film Production:

1. Development

This is where it all begins. A producer or screenwriter begins with an idea and develops it into a film.

The development stage is usually overseen by a producer, who is responsible for assembling the key elements needed to move the project forward, including the creative team, financing, and an initial production schedule.

2. Pre-production

It includes all the preparation necessary before filming begins. In other words, everything that takes place after financing is secured and before production starts.

Three major things happen during this stage: Budgeting, Getting the Team Together, Pre-visualizing.

3. Production

This is when filming starts and the cameras begin recording the movie.

4. Post-production

This stage refers to all the work that is done after footage is captured to finish the film.

Most people think of post-production as just editing, and while editing is a key part of it, there are many other important steps involved in this stage, such as picture editing, sound editing, and adding extra visual effects.

5. Distribution

Distribution as the stage where the finished film is made available to audiences and promoted so people can watch it.

Figure 1.8

Stages of Production (Production)

Source: Studio Binder

The Roles of The Production Team

1. Producer

The leader of the film team and manages the whole production from start to finish.

Develop the idea, finalize the script, arrange financing, and oversee the production team that makes the film.

Coordinates the filmmaking process to ensure that everyone involved in the project is working on schedule and on budget.

2. Director

The director is primarily responsible for overseeing the filming and assembly of a movie.

3. Screenwriter

The screenwriter does more than write dialogue, they also structure the story and shape the sequence of events, so scenes flow logically and keep the audience engaged.

4. Production Designer

The production designer is the first artist to translate the script into visual form.

He or she creates a series of storyboards that serve as the film's first draft.

5. Art Director

The art director is responsible for the film’s settings, including the buildings, landscapes, and interiors that create the physical world for the characters.

Responsible for acquiring props, decorating sets, and making the setting believable.

6. Costume Designer

Costumes convey a great deal about the film's time period and the characters who wear them, including their economic statues, occupation and attitude toward themselves.

7. Cinematographer

The director of photographer, or DP, is responsible for capturing the script on film or video. The DP must pay attention to lighting and the camera's technical capabilities.

8. Editor

Shortly after filming begins, the editor starts organizing the footage and assembling individual shots into a continuous sequence.

The editor's choices about which shots to use, and the order in which to place them, have a profound effect on the appearance of the final film.

9. Actors

Responsible for showing the characters in a film, actors work closely with the director and cinematographer.

10. Music Supervisor

Selecting the right music for a film helps strengthen the story and make it more powerful for the audience.

Lecture 5: Key Components of Mise en Scène

Mise en Scène is a French term meaning "placing on stage/setting the stage." In theater, film, and visual storytelling, it refers to the overall visual arrangement and presentation of a scene. It includes everything shown on stage or in the frame and how these elements are arranged to create meaning, emotion, and story.

Key Components of Mise en Scène:

1. Setting and Location

Physical Space: The setting where the action happens, such as a real place like a living room or a symbolic space.

Time Period: The era in which the story is set, influencing costumes, props, and set design.

2. Props and Objects

Items used by characters or present in the scene that can symbolize themes, indicate character traits, or advance the plot.

Figure 1.9

The blue diamond in Titanic

Source: Studio Binder

3. Costume and Makeup

Clothing and makeup that reflect a character's personality, social status, occupation, or psychological state.

Figure 1.10

Costume, Hair, and Makeup

Source: Studio Binder

4. Lighting

The use of light and shadow to create mood, focus attention, and highlight important elements. For example, strong contrast lighting can create a dramatic or tense feeling.

5. Composition and Framing

How elements are placed within the frame or on stage, including camera angles and actor positions. This shapes how the audience sees relationships and power between characters.

Figure 1.11

Framing and Mise en Scène elements (The Shawshank Redemption)

Source: Studio Binder

6. Performance and Acting

The actors' physical movements, facial expressions, and interactions contribute significantly to the mise en scène, conveying emotions and subtext.

7. Color Palette

The selection of colors used in costumes, sets, and lighting can evoke specific emotions or symbolize thematic elements.

8. Spatial Relationships

The distance and arrangement between characters and objects, which can indicate intimacy, conflict, or hierarchy.

Figure 1.12 Mise en Scène

Source: Microsoft Bing

Lecture 6: Color Theory, Color Correction V.S. Color Grading

What is Color Theory?

Color Theory:

A scientific principle that explains how color hues and saturations are created.

A creative discipline that examines how color is used to achieve emotional effect in visual art.

Types of Color Theory:

Color Wheel

Color Context

Color Harmony

What is a Color Wheel?

Color wheels have been used for hundreds of years to represent and organize ranges of color.

Color Schemes

Monochrome: It utilizes varying tones of a single color, typically grey.

Analogous: It utilizes colors that are adjacent to each other on the color wheel.

Complementary: It utilizes colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel.

Triadic Color: It utilizes colors that are evenly spaced on the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle

Tetradic Color: It utilizes colors that are evenly spaced on the color wheel, forming a rectangle.

Figure 1.13 Color Wheel Examples

Source: Studio Binder

Color Correction V.S. Color Grading

Key terms that build the basics of color:

Hue: The color you see on screen, such as red or blue.

Saturation: How much hue is in a color or how intense that hue looks, from muted to vivid.

Brightness or Luminance: How light or dark the image is overall.

Tint: Subtle color grading across the image, often caused by lighting conditions or camera settings.

Color Space: The range of colors your footage captures and displays.

What is Color Correction?

Color correction is a technical cleanup step in post-production. During this process, editors adjust exposure, white balance, and saturation to ensure the video looks natural and consistent across all shots.

What is Color Grading?

Color grading builds on the corrected image to create a deliberate visual style. Once the footage appears accurate, grading tools adjust hues, contrast, and saturation to establish a specific mood or visual identity.

5 Differences Between Color Correction and Color Grading

1. Order: Prep vs. Polish

Color Correction happens in post-production after the edit is complete. It focuses on technical adjustments such as matching cameras, correcting white balance, and balancing exposure so that all clips look consistent and belong to the same scene.

Color Grading enhances the color correction process by adding a creative layer to the footage. After the image is technically balanced, grading is used to shape the mood and visual style, giving the final video a specific tone and atmosphere.

2. Mindset: Objective vs. Creative

Color Correction is more technical, and objective compared to color grading. Instead of focusing on whether a shot is purely accurate, color grading allows you to define how it should look and feel.

3. Workflow: Clip by clip vs. Global

Color Correction is typically done on a clip-by-clip basis, as each shot may have its own specific issues.

Color Grading works on a broader scale. Once everything is balanced, a LUT or stylized curve can be applied using an adjustment layer or nodes to cover an entire scene or sequence. This ensures a consistent creative look across all footage without needing to rebuild the style for each clip.

4. Tools: Scopes vs. Style Controls

Color Correction uses scopes and properly sets monitors to check and adjust the image. Color Grading uses the same tools and readings but focuses more on creative choices.

5. Visibility: Unnoticed vs. Signature

Good color correction should not be noticeable. Most importantly, it helps viewers focus on the content rather than react to inconsistencies on screen.

Color Grading can become part of your signature. Over time, that style becomes part of your recognizable brand identity the moment your videos appear on the screen.

Figure 1.14

Color Correction vs. Color Grading

Lecture 7:

INSTRUCTIONS

PROCESS WORK

Editing Exercise 01

We have been assigned to complete the "Mints" and "Doritos" editing exercise and upload it to our Blogger and Google Drive.

We completed the first editing exercise in class by following our lecturer’s instructions. He guided us step by step in detail. First, we created a new Premiere Pro project and imported the downloaded footage into it. Next, we arranged the shots on the timeline in the correct order. Finally, we set the mark in and mark out points and exported the project! The mark in indicates the starting point, while the mark out indicates the ending point.

Download Footage: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1u9n6cD3

Figure 2.1

Combining Clips (Adobe Premiere) - Week 1 (21/04/26)

Final Outcome:

The final video after combining the clips is shown below!

Video 1

Final Edited Video (Mints) - Week 1 (21/04/26)

Editing Exercise 02

In this exercise, the clips were not labeled in order, so we had to determine the correct sequence ourselves. We first imported the downloaded footage and then arranged it on the timeline in the proper order. Once everything was in place, we were ready to export the final video.

Download Footage: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1u9n6cD3

Figure 2.2

Rearranging Each Clip - Week 1 (21/04/26)

Final Outcome:

Below shows the final video after combining in the right order!

Video 2

Final Edited Video (Doritos) - Week 1 (21/04/26)

Weekly Tasks ✦ Week 01

For this week’s task, we were asked to watch Zach King’s videos/stop-motion shorts. We were required to shortlist 3 videos/shorts and explain the reasons for our choices, such as their style, art direction, character design, and visual effects.

Below are 3 selected videos by Zack King:

1. "Stranded 2" - Zack King Pirate Short Film

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/CKZ_4W70YZI?si=vFYq8kRrnR9WE_Wp

Reasons for Choosing:

Style:

This short film embraces a cinematic style inspired by adventure films like Pirates of the Caribbean and Indiana Jones, enhancing Zach King's usual content to high production value film. I found out that it uses Blackmagic cameras and Anamorphic lenses, which contribute to a rich, textured visual style and a color palette inspired by mid-2000s adventure films.

Visual Effects:

Zack King blends the real footage with digital effects very smoothly. The effects feel natural and believable, which keeps me focused on the story instead of the editing. I feel like I am watching a movie rather than a short film. The scene where the hook touches someone or something and turns it into gold is a special effect, and it is done very smoothly.

Transitions:

The transitions stand out because they are creatively part of the action. Instead of simple cuts, objects, movements, or camera changes smoothly connect one scene to another. This makes the film feel continuous and flowing, more like a movie than separate clips.

2. I Barely Survived a Dragon

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/LB0ZugUEa1Q?si=kBzrk5G8Qh1YKAhh

Reasons for Choosing:

Style:

This video showcases Zach's magic and humor, this film seems to be a collaboration with the game Call of Dragons, telling the story of Zach and his friend accidentally enter a magical realm and are pursued by a dragon.

Art Direction:

The dragon and setting follow a modern fantasy design, with detailed props and convincing magical effects. The interactions with the dragon feel realistic, creating the illusion that fantasy exists in the real world.

Visual Effects:

I personally like the scene where Zach uses a stick from the book and suddenly pulls out a real stick to his friend. The seamless editing makes everything look continuous and natural. He is also skilled at playing with camera angles, making objects appear bigger, smaller, or as if they are changing shape. The edits are clean and invisible, so viewers don’t notice the cuts, which is key to making his magical effects believable.

3. Behind the Scenes of Insane Stunts!

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/2EqC5w_8izs?si=Sqsn3YOMigyyIV9_

Reasons for Choosing:

Style:

This video shows the behind-the-scenes process of most of the shots, where Zach King breaks down the practical effects behind his popular illusions, including wire work, water stunts, and high-energy crashes. It also shows that he does not always rely on a green screen, as it is not always effective. Instead, he demonstrates how he uses practical techniques to achieve his effects.

Visual Effects:

The video explains various practical effects used in the production. One of the most surprising stunts I observed was the rotating room, as I did not know that a full room could actually rotate for filming. I had always thought it was done through editing, but in reality, the entire room moves 360 degrees while a camera is fixed in place to capture the action. This demonstrates how creative and passionate Zach King is about his work.

We can see that every detail behind the videos is carefully planned and often requires many attempts. He combines real stunts with creative editing techniques in his videos. The filming process is never as easy as what we see in the final video.

I also found this interesting quote: “A good magician never reveals his secrets, but I’m not a magician, I’m a VFX artist.”

Framing Shooting Exercise 01

In this week’s exercise, we were required to form a group of three and shoot a scene lasting 20–40 seconds. The scene focuses on a stalker, stalking another student. We were encouraged to include a variety of shots and camera angles.

Reminder:

Avoid overexposed or underexposed (too bright or too dark).

Film during daytime.

Shoot in landscape format video.

Edit the video with captions (mention the shot size) and export it for submission.

We are encouraged to share all shot files and footage with our group members. Each member will edit their own video. The final edited video should be shared as an unlisted YouTube link.

Below in the drive, there are 9 different shots we took on campus. We then asked Mr. Kannan to review our progress. He suggested changing some of the camera angles because two of the shots looked similar, so it would be better to adjust them for a clearer and more varied view. He also taught us that we can use low angle and high angle shots for this topic. A low angle shot can be used to film the stalker, making them look more powerful and dominant. Meanwhile, a high angle shot can be used to film the student being stalked, creating a mysterious and scary atmosphere and making the student appear weaker and more vulnerable.

We then tried taking additional shots based on the angles suggested by Mr. Kannan. He said they were much better, so we can now start editing our video!

Figure 3.1

9 Shots Taken from Different Angles (Google Drive) - Week 2 (28/04/26)

Figure 3.2

Editing Progress (Adobe Premiere) - Week 2 (28/04/26)

When editing the video, I realized that we could include more shots from different angles to improve the overall view. I noticed that the middle part feels a bit repetitive and less interesting because it uses the same angle. Next time, I will try to use a greater variety of angles.

Figure 3.3

Adding Audio (Adobe Premiere) - Week 2 (28/04/26)

I added background music to the video to make it feel more mysterious. The audio is from The Pink Panther cartoon. I also wanted to add some sound effects, but I decided not to, as I was afraid that too many sounds might affect the overall quality of the video. Some parts of the video are slightly overexposed, but I did not adjust them because I am still not very familiar with the features in Adobe Premiere Pro. However, I did experiment with these adjustments during editing, even though I did not include them in the final export.

Figure 3.4

Adding Captions (Adobe Premiere) - Week 2 (28/04/26)

Final Outcome:

YouTube Link: Framing Shooting Exercise

Below shows the final outcome of the edited shooting exercise!

Video 3

Final Framing Shooting Exercise 1 - Week 2 (28/04/26)

Weekly Tasks ✦ Week 02

We are required to watch "Lain" and "Everything, Everywhere, All at Once." After watching them, we will need to answer the questions below.

➢ Understanding Storytelling 01: Lalin

1. Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.

In Act 1 (Setup), the story introduces Lalin, a young woman in Thailand who struggles with deep insecurities about her appearance after being bullied in school for her ugliness. She often wears a face mask to hide her acne and creates a flawless online persona on Instagram by heavily editing her photos. This reflects her internal conflict between her real self and the idealized image she presents on the Internet. She eventually lies about her beauty online and dreams of moving to Japan, where wearing masks is more generally accepted. She settles into her daily routine until one day she receives a message from a handsome graphic novelist asking her to translate his book, and she immediately feels happy and attracted to him.

In Act 2 (Confrontation), Lalin begins talking more with the graphic novelist, and they eventually start video calling each other, spending quality time together and growing closer. One day, he travels to Japan to meet her in person. At the cafe where they arranged to meet, Lalin hides in the toilet while he waits outside, feeling anxious and unsure whether he can accept the truth about her appearance. Her struggle with her dual identity deepens as she continues to hide behind her mask and digitally edited images.

In Act 3 (Resolution), the story reaches its conclusion with a moment of self-discovery for Lalin, where she begins to confront her insecurities, symbolized by her decision to remove her mask and embrace her true self. However, when Lalin meets the graphic novelist, she realizes she is not fully ready and asks him to leave. After he goes, she reads the story he left on the table and feels deeply touched, along with a sense of regret. She then runs after him, but he has already left on the train.

2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?

The inciting incident in the movie is when Lalin receives a comment on her Instagram post that challenges her edited image, causing her to question her online identity and setting the story in motion.

3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?

The midpoint scene is by Lalin’s internal struggle as she reflects on the difference between her real self and her online image, leading to self-doubt and self-reflection.

4. What is the Climax scene in the movie?

The Climax scene is when Lalin, overwhelmed by social pressure and her own insecurities, confronts her reflection in a mirror. This moment represents her internal struggle with body image and self-acceptance. The impact of society’s beauty standards on her confidence is shown as the story builds up to this scene, along with her journey of self-doubt. As she looks at herself in the mirror, her hesitation and emotional struggle are clearly shown, representing the peak of her inner conflict. Her self-perception and the pressure from society are reflected in the mirror. In this scene, a turning point is reached where she must choose between being her true self or following expectations.

5. What is the theme of the movie?

The theme of the movie “Lalin” is self-acceptance and embracing authenticity despite societal pressure and beauty standards influenced by social media. It explores Lalin’s struggle with hiding her true self to meet an ideal image, as well as the pressure from others and her online followers to reveal her real appearance. In the end, her journey leads her toward self-love and self-discovery, where she finally accepts who she is by removing her mask. You should understand that only by loving yourself can you truly love others.

➢ Understanding Storytelling 02: Everything, Everywhere, All at Once

1. Which part is act 1, act 2, act 3 respectively? Describe each act with ONE paragraph only.

In Act 1 (Setup), the story introduces Evelyn Wang, a Chinese American laundromat owner who is struggling with her family relationships, her failing business, and a lack of fulfillment in life. She lives with her husband Waymond, her daughter Joy, and her father Gong Gong, all of whom add to her sense of stress and emotional distance. During preparations for a Chinese New Year celebration, everything suddenly changes when Waymond becomes possessed by a version of himself from another universe (Verse Jumping). Alpha-Waymond explains that Evelyn is the key to saving the multiverse from Jobu Tupaki, who is connected to her daughter Joy.

In Act 2 (Confrontation), Evelyn learns about verse jumping and discovers that the antagonist is her daughter Joy, also known as Jobu Tupaki. She also learns about the “dark bagel,” which is said to destroy the universe. Alpha Waymond tells her she can stop Joy, while Alpha Gong Gong wants Joy eliminated, but Evelyn chooses to protect her instead. This leads to conflict as she fights enemies while verse jumping, which overwhelms her mind and body. As she travels through different universes, Evelyn understands Joy’s pain and her loss of meaning in existence. She also reflects on her family and regrets. In the end, she learns that kindness and love are more powerful than violence and chaos.

In Act 3 (Resolution), Evelyn embraces the chaos of the multiverse and chooses to face Jobu Tupaki with love and empathy instead of fighting. She helps her daughter escape nihilism, and they begin to fix their relationship. Evelyn realizes that connection and kindness bring meaning, not violence or control. In the end, Evelyn chooses love over despair. She helps her daughter and others find meaning in small things, and after talking openly, she and Joy finally reconnect and choose to stay together as mother and daughter.

2. What is the inciting incident in the movie?

The inciting incident happens in the movie when Evelyn meets Alpha-Waymond at the IRS office, and he pulls her into a multiverse conflict. This disrupts her normal life and sets her on the path to saving the multiverse.

3. What is the midpoint scene in the movie?

The midpoint scene is when Evelyn realizes the chaos of the multiverse and how it can lead to nihilism. She learns about Jobu Tupaki’s “Everything Bagel,” a symbol of emptiness and meaninglessness from infinite possibilities. This moment puts her in crisis as she begins to question her life and whether anything matters.

4. What is the Climax scene in the movie?

The climax scene is when Jobu Tupaki shows Evelyn what lies inside the “Everything Bagel,” revealing a sense of emptiness and meaninglessness. After seeing this, Evelyn chooses not to give in to despair. Instead, she faces her daughter with compassion and love. Her kindness helps pull Joy out of her harmful mindset, showing that connection and care matter. This moment marks a shift from chaos to understanding and unity.

5. What is the theme of the movie?

The theme of the movie "Everything, Everywhere, All at Once" is love and care within the family, as the Evelyn shows deep concern for her daughter and husband. Ultimately, it shows that kindness, empathy, and human relationships give life meaning, even during uncertainty.

Framing Shooting Exercise 02

In this exercise, we were required to take 6 different shots following the requested shot angles. The required shot angles are:

1. Tight Medium-Shot Side Angle

2. Tight Medium-Shot Angle

3. Over-the-Shoulder Shot on Wide Shot Angle

4. Over-the-Shoulder Shot on Medium Shot Angle

5. Deep Focus Shot - Foreground: Medium Close-Up

6. Background: Full Body

Below are the images of each angle I have taken with my groupmates.

Figure 4.1

Shots Taken with Different Angles - Week 3 (05/05/26)

Production Shooting Exercise

In this exercise, we experienced "production shooting." We were divided into two groups, Green and White. We were assigned to do a trial shoot based on the given script. It was mainly a practice session to help us become familiar with the shooting equipment and understand how to use the tools properly.

During this exercise, different roles were assigned to each student, such as director, producer, producer assistant, actor, lighting technician, and director of photography. This activity gave us a better understanding of how a real production team works together during a filming session. Below are the script and camera angles that we had to film and act out during the production shooting practice.

Figure 5.1

Trial Shoot Script (Google Docs) - Week 5 (19/05/26)

Before starting the production shooting, Mr. Kannan gave us a short briefing about the camera, as well as an introduction to the tripod stand and lighting equipment. During the process, we had to make sure to adjust the camera settings such as shutter speed, aperture, and ISO (the higher the ISO value, the brighter the image) to ensure the overall footage was properly exposed—not overexposed or underexposed. It was important to select the correct settings for each shot to achieve good visual quality.

Below are some images of us during the production shooting practice:

Figure 5.2

Adjusting the Tripod Stand - Week 5 (19/05/26)

Figure 5.3

Preparing for the Shooting - Week 5 (19/05/26)

After finishing the shooting, each of us was required to edit the video individually on our own.

Figure 5.4

Editing the Footage (Adobe Premiere) - Week 5 (19/05/26)

In the editing process, I first added the footage and then the sound. However, we made a mistake because during filming, we forgot to shout the line “Quiet on set!”, which resulted in noticeable background noise in our audio. Mr. Kannan then reminded us that we should always say this line to ensure the entire set is quiet and ready before starting to record.

Figure 5.5

Adding the Sound (Adobe Premiere) - Week 5 (19/05/26)

Final Outcome:

Below shows the final outcome of the production shooting exercise!

Video 4

Production Shooting Exercise - Week 5 (19/05/26)

FEEDBACK

Week 01:

Mr. Kannan explained the module brief very clearly, making it easy to understand. This week, we learned how to turn several pieces of footage into a complete video, organize the clips in the correct order, and export the final product in H.264 (MP4) format, which is widely used across multiple platforms. In addition, I learned that one second of video can consist of different frame rates, such as 25 fps or 29.97 fps, which create different visual effects.

Week 02:

This week, we completed a shooting exercise based on a given scene. My teammates and I finished filming and submitted it to Mr. Kannan for review and feedback. He suggested that adding three more shots from different angles could improve the overall video. He also mentioned that high angle and low angle shots are the most suitable for this scene. However, he noted that making mistakes is normal as we are still learning.

Week 03:

Mr. Kannan gave feedback on my framing and shooting exercise video from last week. He pointed out that some of the angles I mentioned in my video were incorrect, so I had to make corrections. Apart from that, Mr. Kannan also briefed us on Project 1, Exercise 1, and introduced several websites that provide free sound effects.

Week 04:

This week, there was no feedback session as we were working on the editing for Project 1 Exercise 1. We followed Mr. Kannan’s instructions, and he taught us several techniques for editing in Adobe Premiere Pro. Mr. Kannan also provided us with a tutorial video on Microsoft Teams to guide us through the editing process.

Week 05:

This week, we experienced a production shooting practice. Each student was assigned to different positions such as director, producer, actor, lighting crew, and cameraman. I was given the role of actor, and it was quite fun and interesting to act. We also had the opportunity to use and explore many different types of equipment during the shooting.

Mr. Kannan demonstrated different filming techniques and introduced the cameras to us during the production shooting practice. My group was very united and cooperative, so we managed to complete the shooting very quickly. In addition, Mr. Kannan briefly explained what we will be doing in the coming week.

Week 06:

We are working on Project 2 Exercise 2, and the feedback is written in this blog!

Week 07:

This week was a public holiday, so there were no classes and no feedback was given.

Week 08:

REFLECTION

Experience

After several exercises, I gained experience in different video editing skills. It was my first time using Adobe Premiere Pro to edit footage and audio, and I found the process enjoyable. Besides learning editing techniques, we also learned about various camera angles and how important they are in video production. The position and angle of the camera can greatly affect the overall outcome of a video.

Before this, I had never paid much attention to camera angles, but now I am more aware of them and often think about how they are used in films and videos. Among all the exercises, the shooting task was the most challenging because we had to consider many factors, such as lighting, audio, and camera placement. Producing a video is not as easy as it may seem, as a lot of effort and planning take place behind the scenes.

Lighting may seem like a simple aspect of filming, but I learned that it plays a very important role. The lights must be placed in the correct positions to achieve the desired effect. Otherwise, the footage may appear too dark or overexposed, which can affect the overall quality of the video.

Not only was the shooting process challenging, but post-production was also quite challenging. Video editing requires a lot of attention to detail, as even small adjustments can make a big difference in the final outcome. Despite the challenges, I especially enjoyed the editing process because it was interesting and rewarding to see how different clips, audio, and effects could come together to create a complete video!

Observations

In all the exercises we completed, I realized that video production and sound design are not as easy as they seem. There are many details that need to be carefully considered, and even a small mistake can affect the overall viewing experience of the video.

When we pay attention to every detail, we can see that each shot and scene is carefully planned and prepared. Not only is pre-production important, but post-production also plays a significant role in creating a successful video. Every stage contributes to the final outcome.

During the shooting exercise, I observed that there are many factors that need to be considered. We cannot simply turn on the camera and record whatever we see. Instead, we need to ensure that the camera settings, angles, and placements are properly adjusted to capture the shots we want. Through this exercise, I learned that patience and teamwork are essential in video production. Only by working together and being patient throughout the process can we create a good production.

Findings

Throughout these exercises, I gained a deeper understanding of the effort required to produce a video. I discovered that every decision, from camera placement to editing techniques, can influence the final result. The exercises also helped me appreciate the importance of planning and coordination before filming begins. In addition, I learned that producing a quality video requires both technical skills and creativity. Overall, this experience gave me a better appreciation of the work involved behind the scenes and improved my confidence in video production and editing.

Another finding from these exercises is that creating a successful video requires continuous testing and improvement. Many scenes may need to be retaken, adjusted, or edited multiple times before achieving the desired result. This taught me the importance of being patient, flexible, and open to feedback throughout the production process. By reviewing and refining our work, we were able to improve the overall quality of the final video and create a more engaging viewing experience.