Shooting #4:

This was our final shoot, in which we completed all of the  changes within the title sequence that we felt was necessary. We took into consideration all of the feedback that we received and we changed aspects of it for that reason. However, we kept certain parts of the Mise-en-scene the same. For example, the plug socket is still in the frame. This is because the frame became too over-crowded if we were to cover it with anything. The glasses were changed, so that we were using matching glasses but the drink poured was still the same as in the previous shots.

As well as this on the day of filming George was wearing a different suit. Therefore, the corridor scene and the shots leading up to the bedroom also had to be re-done. Despite, it not being too noticeable it was still something we felt we should do in order for the sequence to make sense.

Shooting #3:

The change of location and narrative was really successful when shooting the ending scene for the third time. We used the space well to explore the story more and to show the control of the protagonist while also connoting more promiscuity. It consisted mainly of mid shots because the camera wouldn't focus if it was too close to an item. This was frustrating because we had planned to have an extreme close up while the drink was being spiked because it would've been quite visually pleasing to see the pattern that was created. However, we had to settle for a mid shot instead.

As well as changing the narrative, we also changed who played the male victim. We had still planned to use Kaan Gunduz. However, on the day we had planned to film he was unavailable. Therefore, we had to adjust quickly and George Loizou agreed to step in. He fit the character description just as well as Kaan did and he was relatively easy to direct and work with.

Death Scene shoot 2

The Props we used:

We re-shot using the Drama Room in the Art Department. It was quite a low lit room with black walls. We set up a table against the wall and covered it with a red table cloth because it is a suggestive colour. it was originally creased so we had to iron it. Although, this didn't get rid of all of the creases it was still an improvement.

                                                                                    

The Mise-En-Scene was more conventional of the genre. It resembled a bar type setting. Although, the lighting was difficult to work with since it  appeared uneven despite us using two light box's on either side of the camera. In addition to this, the light would reflect off the black wall, which created nice shadows. However, it was disturbing and became the main focus in the shot. There were still problems with the Mise-En-Scene because there were white specks on the wall, which were quite distracting. As well as this, the props were not as realistic as they could be. To specify the drink in the glasses was water. Where as, it should be a drink that represents something an adult would drink in a bar, such as wine or whiskey.                                                        

Death Scene shoot 1:

Our first attempt at shooting the death scene was shot at Maddie Hodges house. We had set it up to be some kind of Restaurant/Bar. We had flowery stools and the table had a flower design on them. This was to indicate the theme of the Wolf's bane. However, it didn't come across this way. It was still successful in some ways, such as the camera angles, the lighting and positioning. The high-key lighting helped to make everything look quite slick and the costumes were contrasted nicely against the white walls and flooring.

However, the Mise-en-Scene didn't work, as it wasn't suggestive of the genre since it resembled two people going to the café during the day, instead of two adults meeting for drinks of an evening. Overall, this resulted in it lacking tension and narrative enigma. We used Kaan Gunduz as the Male Victim as he fit the character description well and his performance was successful within the shots. However, everything will need be re-shot once we decide on a different location that will create a more sophisticated setting.

Test footage: