Background People

It's about time to update this blog. The idea has progressed somewhat and I think it'll be wise to address each progression individually.

Firstly, after a very productive and insightful session last Thursday I have decided to really focus upon the main character not being the traditional hero or protagonist but rather a secondary character in the background of a larger narrative. For this end I have created two adventurer characters, Haul and Luna Lugus to be in the foreground of the film. They will be answering their call to adventure whilst Alice serves their drinks and watches from the background of their story. I plan to use focus to explore and experiment with this idea.

Secondly, after a wonderful chat with Isaac, in which we shared or ideas and opinions, I have decided that perhaps a first person perspective would be a good idea. I really liked it in my film, The Keys, it means that the audience only get a limited view of a bigger a picture, which ties in nicely with the idea of a secondary character's view of an epic adventure. 

I will attempt to complete the final script in the next couple of days so I may move on to experimenting with the visual style and organizing the shoot etc. 

"Two in the morning..."

It's currently two in the morning on a Sunday, though I suppose it's Monday now, I'm listening to Buckethead on my headphones and I should have started this blog a while ago but better late than never. This blog will be a record of my current film project "The Call to Adventure". The title needs changing but it'll do for now.

So far I have written a first draft of the script and am currently revising it. The script is about a barmaid called Alice. She is a curious and adventurous soul but is held back by her reluctance to leave a comfortable situation. The story tells of how a strange meeting led her to make the first step towards living the eventful life she desires.

The script is good but needs work still. I am trying to improving my writing by analysing some of my favourite authors. H.P.Lovecraft and Jules Verne. I think that the scene with Jim and Zach and the final one may not be needed.

For this project it will be important to not only focus on the script, I must also consider what I want the film to look and sound like. I also should invest some time into getting more to grips with how the equipment works.

First thing to do is to go to bed though.