my process

Synopsis
mood board
storyboard
screenplay
shooting schedule
Filming
Editing (final cut express)
Create a score (soundtrack)
convert to quicktime movie
copy to data pen

Jaws Theme Song

Theme from Psycho (1960) - Shower Scene

lighting and special effects.

I am thinking of doing a piece with no dialog so i want the lighting to play a big part 'An image should convey meaning, mode, tone, atmosphere and subtext on is own- without regard to voice over dialog, audio or other explanation.'

i want to look at special effects from the 1900s instead of modern day effects.  The effects from the 1900s are more theatrical consentrating more on the set design rather than high-tech modern ones.

Books

I got these two books out from the library to further look into special effects and cinematography

Psycho Trailer

Another horror film i enjoyed was Alfred hitchcock's movie psycho, a great storyline with a twist ending.  There is nothing fancy about this movie no special effects but instead sharp editing, lighting changes, a great soundtrack and character expression which portrays the horror element.

RvD2: Ryan vs. Dorkman 2 -- HD

Another clip found on youtube. I really like the effects in this piece it doesnt look like the most expensive made movie but it works really well. The dramatic camera angles and extreme close ups really draw you in as you wait to see who wins.