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Preliminary Task: Basic Treatments

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Intro
Olivia and I are working together on the Preliminary Task, and we have approached two other students of the 6th form to help us on the task. Here below shows the film treatment we have been set to do, so we have a clear idea how to carry out this task.

Characters
Ella - (6th form student)
Sam - (6th form student)

Synopsis
Somebody has stolen Ella's money that she owed Sam and Sam isn't very happy about it. A huge arguement takes place and a friendship is put to the test.
Film Techniques
Shots incorporated within the task: 
- Wide shot 
- Extreme close up
- Close up 
- Medium close up
- Medium long shot
- Shot/reverse shot
Camera Angles incorporated within the task: 
- High Angle
- Low Angle
- Pan 
- Slow Zoom
- 180 degree rule

Production Considerations
Lighting: 
- High key lighting throughout
Movement:
- As Sam walks outside up to the building and opens the door
- Around the table
- As Ella walks out the door
Costumes:
- Normal school clothes for Ella and Sam
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