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| Conversion of files |
Once we had selected the right shots we then had to convert the video files so that they became compatible with iMove maker. Unfortunately the iMove program shortened our shots and made them become a worse quality then we already had. So we decided that we would attempt to edit our trailer on Adobe premier elements.
After converting the files into MP4 format it was ready to be transformed into a trailer. We wanted a classic trailer feel so this meant clips of action in transition with text that faded in and out with each other.
To do this the fade option was selected and fade video in was selected before a clip and fade out was selected after the clip.
With fade selected we could then adjust how much we wanted each clip to fade in and out, this was important as some clips needed a longer fade than others. This was in order to match the fading in and out with the background music we had selected. It was decided that fading would be used with every clip as it shows that the plot is separated as it is only a trailer and the main parts of the plot are shown.If the fading wasn't used then there would an abrupt start and ending to each scene, this would make the trailer look unprofessional and choppy.
Once all the clips were placed in order the length of some clips needed to be shortened due to the quality and the action in the shot. We took the fact that clips would be edited and shortened into consideration when filming, so some clips were longer than needed. The trailer needed to be action packed so the clips needed to be short and get to the point of the plot. The length of the clips also needed to be matched to the music as the music changed in pace and pitch in certain parts to build tension.
The dialogue/audio was very quiet in places, in particular when answering the phone. The audio and the background music causes a problem as the duologue was drowned out by the background music. To make sure that this wasn't a problem the button properties and the volume of the audio was heightened. This was then played through once to check the background music against the audio. This was repeated on several clips where the audio was quiet.
It was important build tension and to end the trailer on a climax so that the audience are left feeling like they want to watch the film. For the last scene we decided to take the sound effects from another part of footage that we had taken. This was the dial tone from the caller, this created an anonymous,eerie effect that would work well to build tension. To do this an unlink audio from video option was selected and the clip was removed from the audio this meant the audio was now placed over a blank screen. The background music was altered once more to a lowered volume so that the dial tone could be heard. By changing the length of the background music we was able to match it up the scream to the end of our trailer, then the title of our film 'COLD CALL-' and the release date 'Coming Halloween 2012' could appear just after the scream. The bold red text stood out perfectly with a shocking burst. It was clear to the point.
The editing overall consisted of lengthening and shortening clips to fit the background music at appropriate times, creating a build up to a climax and considering the amount of the plot we wanted to reveal to the audience.
Music :
After converting the files into MP4 format it was ready to be transformed into a trailer. We wanted a classic trailer feel so this meant clips of action in transition with text that faded in and out with each other. To do this the fade option was selected and fade video in was selected before a clip and fade out was selected after the clip.
With fade selected we could then adjust how much we wanted each clip to fade in and out, this was important as some clips needed a longer fade than others. This was in order to match the fading in and out with the background music we had selected. It was decided that fading would be used with every clip as it shows that the plot is separated as it is only a trailer and the main parts of the plot are shown.If the fading wasn't used then there would an abrupt start and ending to each scene, this would make the trailer look unprofessional and choppy.
Once all the clips were placed in order the length of some clips needed to be shortened due to the quality and the action in the shot. We took the fact that clips would be edited and shortened into consideration when filming, so some clips were longer than needed. The trailer needed to be action packed so the clips needed to be short and get to the point of the plot. The length of the clips also needed to be matched to the music as the music changed in pace and pitch in certain parts to build tension.
The dialogue/audio was very quiet in places, in particular when answering the phone. The audio and the background music causes a problem as the duologue was drowned out by the background music. To make sure that this wasn't a problem the button properties and the volume of the audio was heightened. This was then played through once to check the background music against the audio. This was repeated on several clips where the audio was quiet.
It was important build tension and to end the trailer on a climax so that the audience are left feeling like they want to watch the film. For the last scene we decided to take the sound effects from another part of footage that we had taken. This was the dial tone from the caller, this created an anonymous,eerie effect that would work well to build tension. To do this an unlink audio from video option was selected and the clip was removed from the audio this meant the audio was now placed over a blank screen. The background music was altered once more to a lowered volume so that the dial tone could be heard. By changing the length of the background music we was able to match it up the scream to the end of our trailer, then the title of our film 'COLD CALL-' and the release date 'Coming Halloween 2012' could appear just after the scream. The bold red text stood out perfectly with a shocking burst. It was clear to the point. The editing overall consisted of lengthening and shortening clips to fit the background music at appropriate times, creating a build up to a climax and considering the amount of the plot we wanted to reveal to the audience.
Music :
As a group we debated on the style of background music we wanted our trailer to contain. We wanted sound effects that created a climax and built up tension throughout the trailer. We researched instrumental music that was eerie and spooky. We researched but nothing seemed to fit what we wanted, we looked back over last years music and realised it would be perfect for what we needed. After this we noticed that only a small section of the trailer will contain the music but none the less it worked and gave the effect we wanted.
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