Unfriended is the film i most liked when watching films about the internet and social media, this is film that i was most drawn to. Unfriended was released in 2015 and is a thriller/ horror because it builds up a lot of suspense and tension for the audience. The story of this movie is abouta group of online chat room friends that find themselves haunted by a mysterious, supernatural force using the account of their dead friend.
The reason i choose this film is because most people are interested in horror and thrillers this is because it gives them a bit of both the mystery and the suspense.
Unfriended has been rated 5.7/10 that means it has very good review, and 36,448 reviews on this film
This is the rating of the film as well.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3713166/?ref_=nv_sr_1
Underneath is the trailer for the film Unfriended:
Box office and reviews for feature films
Box Office
Budget:
$1,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$15,845,115 (USA) (17 April 2015)Gross:
$31,537,320 (USA) (14 May 2015)Official Sites:
Official siteCountry:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
17 April 2015 (USA)Also Known As:
UnfriendedFilming Locations:
Santa Clarita, California, USA
In North America, the film opened simultaneously with Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 and Monkey Kingdom on April 17, 2015, across 2,739 theaters, earning $6.8 million on its opening day. In its opening weekend, Unfriended earned $15.8 million, which was higher than its $12 million range projection, and finished in third place at the box office behind Furious 7 ($29.2 million) and fellow newcomer Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 ($23.8 million). Its opening weekend is the biggest debut for an original horror movie since The Conjuring, which opened with $41.9 million in July 2013.
Unfriended unfolds over a teenager's computer screen as she and her friends are stalked by an unseen figure who seeks vengeance for a shaming video that led a vicious bully to kill herself a year earlier.more
| Rating: | R (for violent content, pervasive language, some sexuality, and drug and alcohol use - all involving teens) |
| Genre: | Mystery & Suspense, Horror |
| Directed By: | Levan Gabriadze |
| Written By: | Nelson Greaves |
| In Theaters: | May 1, 2015 Wide |
| On DVD: | Sep 7, 2015 |
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Universal Pictures - Official Site
| Distributed by | Universal Pictures |
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Running time
| 83 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $1 million |
| Box office | $64.1 million |
http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/unfriended/
Financial
Here are some reviews of what some people have said about the film,
Surprisingly effective horror gimmick!'
Never Have I Ever"...seen something so innovative in a long time. Unfriended, a new found footage horror film, is about a group of older teenagers whose normal social life on Skype turns in a nightmare when a supposedly possessed Skype account begins making threats. Exactly one year earlier, a girl named Laura Barns committed suicide after an embarrassing video of her was anonymously posted on YouTube. These friends discover that the account belongs to the late Laura herself. After making some threats, "Laura" warns that she'll begin killing people if secrets aren't revealed and justice isn't served. Unfriended takes a whole new approach to horror storytelling with the entire film being "set" on Blaire Lily's (Hennig) computer screen, and it works incredibly well. It's a very gripping concept, and while we're all expecting jump scares, which do happen about once or twice, the scares build up like all good horror films should...slowly and naturally. The tension is truly built off of the genuine feeling of a supernatural presence as well as some well-constructed creepiness, including Laura possibly being in one of the friends' rooms. Laura's threats progress into a game that brings up and reveals all kinds of rumors and secrets that this close group of friends have kept from one another, which include cheating and ripping off money. Although these characters aren't too thickly drawn, watching the truth break is truly sad, especially to one main male character in particular. The fear is further heightened with some terrific acting by a wide range of unknowns, with the best performance being from Hennig, of course. I didn't find any big flaws with this movie besides character depth, but some of the scares could've just been a wee better. Overall, I walked out of the theater terrified but not enough to have trouble sleeping or fear going on the computer. Why else am I here typing this review? Prepare for something new.' '
Scary and unsettling
tory starts off with a high school girl (Laura) committing suicide. It seems an embarrassing video of her was posted online and she's being bullied. On the anniversary of her death a year later five of her friends are chatting online. Then someone joins them. They have no pic or name...but are using Laura's old account. They can't delete or block them. Then this user starts posting deep dark secrets they've all been hiding and accuses them of killing Laura. Who is it and why are they doing it?
Clever and scary movie using social media to tell the story. In fact the entire movie is on a computer screen. The cast are all unknowns but they look and act like teenagers and are very good and believable in their roles. There's also LOTS and LOTS of swearing...but these are teenagers. The characters are introduced quickly but you get to know them so when the violence kicks in it's disturbing. There isn't a lot of violence here but what there is is VERY disturbing. By the end of the movie I was scared silly and I don't scare easy. A VERY scary horror movie. I give it an 8.
The budget for unfriended was 1 million USD for the production this seems like a lot money to be spending on a film, but truthfully in the media industry it isnt alot of money. However there budget is depending on what they have to pay out for ive watched the film and it doesn't look like alot because the main location is the a house and that's where everyone is on skype to eachother. This covers everything throughout the film. In my film my budget is going to be £50-£60 because this will cover everything including props, costumes, food for the crew, my location which i may use a house, and other things such as transport. My camera and equipment will be borrowed from the college i will have to sign in when i use them and sign out when i have finished so i wont be paying out for any of my equipment.
Funding
When producing a film you need to get funded. Most producers have their own money to spend and wouldn't need to loans from bank, after you have a taken a loan and once your film has been distributed you can pay back the money. However you can also fund by going on a website called kick-starter this is what most people will do.
Let's run through the basics on how things will work.
So UK creators can start building their Kickstarter projects as early as today, and launch them beginning October 31?
Yes. We thought the three-week gap would give everyone plenty of time to build and tweak their projects before launching. Beginning October 31, they can launch and share their projects with the world.
Will there be a UK-specific Kickstarter site?
Nope. UK-based projects will be listed alongside all the other Kickstarter projects.
Can people outside the UK pledge to UK projects?
Yes! Just like every other project on Kickstarter, backers can pledge to UK-based projects from all around the world.
What currency will UK projects be listed in?
All UK projects will be listed in pounds sterling. If you are pledging from outside the UK, you will see the approximate conversion rate to US dollars before you complete your pledge.
Will backing UK projects be similar to backing US projects?
The mechanics of Kickstarter (all-or-nothing funding, rewards, etc.) are identical for US and UK projects. When pledging, however, backers of UK projects will enter their payment information directly on Kickstarter rather than through Amazon Payments. All pledges will be processed securely through a third-party payments processor.
Are the fees for UK and US projects the same?
Like the US, Kickstarter will charge a 5% fee to successfully funded projects and no fee to unsuccessfully funded projects in the UK.
Payment processing fees for UK projects are similar to those for US projects. For UK projects, the processing fees are:
Pledges less than £10 are charged 5% + £0.05
Pledges of £10 or greater are charged 3% + £0.20
Pledges of £10 or greater are charged 3% + £0.20
Any other changes to go along with this announcement?
Today we also launched a streamlined international shipping option for both US and UK projects.
Creators have been asking backers to add international shipping costs to their pledges for years, and it wasn’t uncommon for backers to miss the instructions. Today’s update makes it clearer when the creator has requested that international backers add an additional amount to their pledges.
We’ve also made it easier for creators to limit rewards to domestic backers only, as international shipping can be a difficult part of the process.
We felt it was important to get this change out with this international expansion. This feature is available to both UK and US projects that launch starting today.
This is just a little information about kickstarter how it all started and how it will help to distributed and produce a film or anything you would like to achieve. Kickstarter is a worldwide organisation which can fund money to help with you carreer.
Here are some comments or reivews that people are saying about kickstarter and how they excited about kickstarter starting over in the UK.
Target audience
I've done my research for Short horror film and Horror films that are in cinema or have been.
The usual age for the target audience to be watching a horror film would be around 15-25. This most common because of young adults will be drawn to the excited and suspense of a horror film, unlike anyone older than this, this might be because the thrill isn't there anymore for them. However horror films are aimed more at male than females, this is because males enjoy more violence than females. Even though females do enjoy horror films as much as males do. Such as the example I gave of 'The Cabin in the Woods' is aimed at more young couples because its a horror film but a fun one.A lot of viewers were surprised about the film because a film being produce with teenagers on social media sound a bit stupid in way. This may be because some people want to watch a horror film they are excepting blood and paranormal activity at the start of it. However some of the reviews were surprising such as
Unfriended: Never Have I Ever"...seen something so innovative in a long time. Unfriended, a new found footage horror film,
This is some written reviews from a website about the film 'Unfriended'.
This also shows looking at other peoples opinions can matter when creating a horror film, because some people may have seen things like this in horror films before and want to see something different.
Regulation and Certification
Most horror or thriller films has the certification of a 15 or 18 nothing under this is because they are not suitable for anyone under the age of 15. They are purely made for over 15 because they are scary and they most likely have gruesome scenes in them. However also strong language,violence scenes. When it comes to the certification of it BBFC deal with this. In order to protect children from unsuitable and even harmful content in films and videos and to give consumers information they might need about a particular film or video before deciding whether or not to view it, the BBFC examines and age rates films and videos before they are released. Ofcom, is the government-approved regulatory and competition authority for the broadcasting, telecommunications and postal industries of the United Kingdom.
What does U mean?
The U symbol stands for Universal. A U film should be suitable for audiences aged four years and over. However, it is impossible to predict what might upset a particular child, especially at this lower end of the category range.
What about works for children younger than four?
We rate films and videos aimed at very young viewers, such as Chuggington or Tinga Tinga Tales, U. However, we give them special BBFCinsight stating they are ‘particularly suitable for pre-school children’. Films or videos with this BBFCinsight should raise no significant issues in terms of discrimination, drugs,, imitable behaviour, language, nudity, sex, threat or violence.
Will there be any bad language in a U film?
At U we only allow infrequent use of very mild bad language (e.g. ‘damn’ and ‘hell’).
Might U works contain any sexual behaviour?
Characters may be seen kissing or cuddling and there may be references to sexual behaviour. However, there will be no overt focus on sexual behaviour, language or innuendo.
Sex and sex references are treated the same irrespective of sexuality so there could be mild or undetailed references at U.
Is violence or threat permitted in a U film?
Violence will generally be very mild. A U film may include brief fight scenes or moments where characters are placed in danger. However, moments of emotional stress or threat will be quickly resolved and the outcome will be reassuring.
There may be brief scary scenes and moments where the characters are placed in danger. As with violence, however, these scenes will be balanced by reassuring elements, such as comic interludes or music.
‘Baddie’ characters may carry or use weapons, but there will be no emphasis on these. Child or ‘hero’ characters are unlikely to use any kind of weapon outside, for example, historical settings.
What does PG mean?
PG stands for Parental Guidance. This means a film is suitable for general viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. A PG film should not unsettle a child aged around eight or older. Parents should consider whether the content may upset younger, or more sensitive, children.
Are all PG films made for younger audiences?
No. Some films are given a PG certificate but have not been made with a young audience in mind. A recent example of a film mostly enjoyed by grown ups but passed PG would be Saving Mr. Banks. However, the certificate means that any issues in the work are appropriate for the majority of this age group and nothing should upset a child of eight or over.
What sort of themes are passed at PG?
A PG film will not contain any theme which is inappropriate for a child. PG works can explore challenging issues such as bullying, bereavement or racism.
Will there be bad language in a PG film?
There may be mild bad language (such as ‘shit’ or ‘son of a bitch’) in a PG film, but the context and delivery are always important. For example, if the language is used aggressively or if there is a great deal of bad language, a work may be passed at a higher category.
What about sex?
Sex references are unlikely unless they are undetailed and infrequent. In addition, if a child is unlikely to understand a reference, we may allow it at PG. Comedy can also often lessen the impact of sex references and innuendo.
Sex and sex references are treated the same irrespective of sexuality so there could be mild or undetailed references at PG.
What about violence or threat at PG?
Violence will usually be mild. There should be no detail of violence in a PG work, so while there might be some blood, we would not see how the injury was inflicted in strong detail. Violence is generally more acceptable in a historical, comedic or fantasy setting, because of the distancing that this provides. It isn’t uncommon for PG films to feature ‘roller-coaster’ action or set pieces, where the emphasis is clearly on the adventure or journey of the main characters rather than the detail of violence or fighting.
As far as threat and horror goes, we allow some 'jump' moments and frightening sequences as long as they are not prolonged or intense.. Fantasy settings may again be a factor in the treatment of such content.
What does the 12A symbol mean?
Films classified 12A and video works classified 12 contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may see a 12A film in a cinema unless accompanied by an adult. Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help them decide, we recommend that they check the BBFCinsight for that film in advance.
What's the difference between 12A and 12?
The 12A requires an adult to accompany any child under 12 seeing a 12A film at the cinema. This is enforced by cinema staff and a cinema may lose its license if adult accompaniment is not enforced for children under 12 admitted to a 12A film. Accompanied viewing cannot be enforced in the home, so the 12 certificate remains for DVD/Blu-ray, rather than the 12A. The 12 is also a simpler system for retailers. It means they cannot sell or rent the item unless the customer is over the age of 12.
Is there a lower age limit for a 12A film?
No. However, the BBFC considers the content of 12A rated films to be suitable for children aged 12 and over, and we would not recommend taking very young children to see them. Works classified at these categories may upset children under 12 or contain material which many parents will find unsuitable for them.
Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help adults make this decision, we provide BBFCinsight for all films.
Adults planning to take a child under 12 to view a 12A film should consider whether the film is suitable for that child. To help adults make this decision, we provide BBFCinsight for all films.
Will there be uses of strong language in a 12A or 12 work?
The BBFC's Guidelines state that strong language (e.g. 'f***') may be passed at 12 or 12A, depending on the manner in which it is used, who is using the language, its frequency and any special contextual justification. Aggressive uses of strong language may result in a film or DVD being placed at the 15 category. There is some allowance for puns on strong language at this category.
There may be moderate language (e.g. uses of terms such as ‘bitch’ and ‘twat’ at 12 or 12A).
There may be moderate language (e.g. uses of terms such as ‘bitch’ and ‘twat’ at 12 or 12A).
What does the 15 symbol mean?
No-one under 15 is allowed to see a 15 film at the cinema or buy/rent a 15 rated video. 15 rated works are not suitable for children under 15 years of age.
Are there any limits on what sort of theme a work can have at 15?
No theme is prohibited, provided the treatment is appropriate for 15 year olds.
What might I see in a 15 rated film or video?
Any of the following:
- strong violence
- frequent strong language (e.g. 'f***').
- portrayals of sexual activity
- strong verbal references to sex
- sexual nudity
- brief scenes of sexual violence or verbal references to sexual violence
- discriminatory language or behaviour
- drug taking
What does the 18 symbol mean?
Films rated 18 are for adults. No-one under 18 is allowed to see an 18 film at the cinema or buy / rent an 18 rated video. No 18 rated works are suitable for children.
Are there any limits on what sort of theme a work can have at 18?
No theme is prohibited at 18. Adults are free to choose their own entertainment provided the material is not illegal or potentially harmful, so it is possible some themes tackled at 18 may be offensive even to some adult viewers.
What sort of issues might I find in an 18 film or video?
18 works are for adults and can contain strong issues such as:
- very strong violence
- frequent strong language (e.g. 'f***') and / or very strong language (e.g. ‘c***’)
- strong portrayals of sexual activity
- scenes of sexual violence
- strong horror
- strong blood and gore
- real sex (in some circumstances)
- discriminatory language and behaviour
How much strong language can there be in an 18?
There is no limit on the number of uses of strong (e.g. 'f***') or even very strong language (e.g. ‘c***’) which can be passed at 18. Uses could be aggressive, directed, frequent or accompanied by strong violence.
What does R18 mean?
The R18 category is a special and legally-restricted classification primarily for explicit works of consenting sex or strong fetish material involving adults. Films may only be shown to adults in specially licensed cinemas, and video works may be supplied to adults only in licensed sex shops. R18 videos may not be supplied by mail order.
For full details of the legal restrictions for these works click on the BBFC Guidelines document below.
Searching for R18 titles
R18 titles are filtered out from the main public search as they can have explicit and/or offensive titles. Details of R18 works will only appear if you 'enable adult content' using the advanced search option. You'll also be prompted to enter a date of birth.
Online platforms for distribution and short film festival
Short film festivals is where my short films can be distributed, this is where my film will be seen by producers and other short film makers.
A film festival is an organized, extended presentation of films in one or more cinemas or screening venues, usually in a single city or region. Increasingly, film festivals show some films outdoors. Films may be of recent date and, depending upon the festival's focus, can include international and domestic releases. Some festivals focus on a specific film-maker or genre (e.g., film noir) or subject matter (e.g., horror film festivals). A number of film festivals specialise in short films of a defined maximum length.
• Raindance Film Festival *Oscar qualifying
• London Short Film Festival• Edinburgh International Film Festival
• London Short Film Festival
• Manchester International Film Festival
• Encounters International Short Film Festival *Oscar qualifying
• Leeds International Film Festival
• Aesthetica Film Festival
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This is a short film in London this happens once a year 8th- 17th Jan 2016. You have to apply online to enter this festival, most short film festivals you have to apply online. |
This is a short film in Edinburgh, this happens once a year 26th Oct- 6th Nov 2016. The way you enter the festival you have to go online and submit your work, you have to pay a submission fee of £15 otherwise you will not be entered for it.
If a short film festival doesn't except you then there's other ways you can distribute your film either on Youtube, Netfilx.
Distributing your film is rather easy you can just upload it on there without having permission. Once you have done this you can just start to promote you film on social media. However Netfilx is a bit different
Sell a Movie to Netflix
Unlike many video on demand platforms, the majority of Netflix deals still happen the traditional way. A filmmaker finds a distributor. The distributor negotiates a deal with Netflix. And then the filmmaker gets paid a licensing fee for one or two years.
Think of Netflix the same way you think about HBO or Showtime. What’s in it for Netflix to pick up your movie? Will your movie help attract new subscribers or retain current subscribers?
How Do You Attract Netflix?
There are two popular ways to attract Netflix. You can go old school, whereby you get into major festivals and markets (like AFM, Sundance, SXSW, Toronto, et al) and garner the attention of the NetFlix acquisitions team. Or you can work with a distributor or sales agent with a Netflix relationship.
In both instances, if you want to score a Netflix deal, your movie better have star talent, thousands of social followers and tons of traditional publicity. If not, then getting a Netflix deal (that actually pays money) will be challenging.
Alternatives To Netflix Distribution
When it comes to Netflix, many filmmakers argue that the exposure is more valuable than money. If that’s true, then let me remind you that piracy is also good for exposure and involves less work.
If you are truly looking for exposure, the subscription service offered by AmazonPrime is one of the best alternatives to Netflix. Amazon Prime has millions of subscribers and they are very filmmaker friendly. This makes Amazon Prime a great platform for “discovery.” And unlike Netflix, Amazon Prime actually pays you every time someone streams your movie.
If you’re interested in Amazon Prime, you’ll need to work with a direct Amazon aggregator like my current employer Distribber. And while you’re at it, if you’d like more info on modern distribution tactics, check out the Independent Producer’s Guide To Digital Distribution.
http://www.filmmakingstuff.com/sell-a-movie-to-netflix/
Guidance for writing a successful short film
film making guide
What Makes a Good Short?
There are no hard-and-fast rules as to what makes a good short film but here are a few tips that might help.
- An Exciting & Original Idea
- A Strong Script
- Good Acting
- High Production Values
- Make It Short
- Strong Beginning
- Avoid Repetition & Punchline Twists
- Exciting New Techniques & Style
- Other Resources
- Related Guides
- Help us improve the Filmmaking Guide
There are no hard and fast rules as to what makes a good short; as with features, different audiences love different films and an award-winner in one viewer's eyes will be a dull cliché in another's. Obviously there is an element of subjectivity to any short film programme as different exhibitors will set their own criteria as to what they think makes a good short, which they feel their audience will enjoy. Whilst this can be frustrating for filmmakers it isn't necessarily a bad thing, as, what one exhibitor rejects another will love and promote – so it is important not to get disheartened by rejection. In many ways it is an exciting time to be making shorts in the UK as there are wealth of different festivals, screening organisations, websites and content providers looking for short films to exhibit. Our advice would be to submit your film to as many places as possible.
However, having said that, here are a few basic tips for what exhibitors might look for in a good short film:
An Exciting & Original Idea
Original ideas are not easy to come-by but a good way of avoiding clichéd ideas is to watch lots of other short films, look out for any trends and stay clear of them (See our Related Links: Recommended Watching for places to watch shorts). Even if your idea isn't completely original try to look at the subject matter from a different angle or using a different style/technique. If you're struggling for ideas, you could try to find inspiration in your experiences or those of the people that you meet or through the stories that you read in newspapers, magazines and online.
A Strong Script
A good script is key to narrative-based short films and in many ways it's harder to write a short than a feature because you need to condense your story and develop your characters in a very short space of time. All too often films are let down by weak, overwritten or underdeveloped scripts. Before investing money, time and effort into shooting your film, it's a good idea to test your script out on friends and strangers (as friends might fear offending you) and get as much feedback as you can. See our Filmmaking Guide: Writing a Script for more advice & ourRelated Links: Writing for scriptwriting organisations, resources and communities. If you write and direct your own films, it's a good idea to consider where your strengths lie. It's great if you can do both but if you think you're stronger at direction/animation then why not consider collaborating with a talented scriptwriter and see what results come of it?
Good Acting
Unless your friends are actors or demonstrate acting talent, it's a good idea to avoid casting them in your film. Even one bad actor in a film can really let it down and destroy the viewer's belief in the reality that your film is seeking to create. There are lots of great actors out there who are willing to work for reduced fees to learn their trade and make a name for themselves. You can find actors through advertising on the message boards of filmmaking communities (see the Filmmaking Communities Section in ourRelated Links: Filmmaking Organisations & Communities or via online casting sites such as The Spotlight. For more information on finding cast see our Filmmaking Guide: Cast & Crew or see the casting section of our Related Links: Production
High Production Values
Whilst digital filmmaking has had the positive impact of making the process more accessible and affordable, it's important to ensure that you still apply the same production values that you would if you were shooting on film with a crew. Many low-budget shorts are let down by poor sound, lighting, camera work and editing and/or by directors who are trying to do it all by themselves without anyone else's input. Filmmaking is predominantly a collaborative process and it's much better to find crew who are specialising in these areas who can offer different skills. You can use the message boards of filmmaking communities (see the filmmaking communities section in our Related Links: Filmmaking Organisations & Communities) to find crew to collaborate with. If you're new to filmmaking, one of the best ways to learn the skills required is to assist on other people's films. Also check the message boards for call outs for volunteers from filmmakers. However if you'd like more formal training you can find out about training or film schools in our Filmmaking Guide: Training & Development and find links to organisations and resources in our Related Links: Training
Make It Short
As a general rule, the longer your short film is, the harder it is to keep the viewer's attention. This is especially true of online viewing – for instance on Film Network the average time that a viewer spends watching a film is 4 minutes. Note – exceptions to this rule is documentary, which viewers will often watch for longer. Many festivals don't accept short films that are over 30 minutes long; a long film will really have to impress the programmers for them to include it in their screening, as it means they will not be able to show so many films in their short film programme. One filmmaker told us about a film he made that was 26 minutes long. He applied for festivals all over the world and was rejected by them all. A year later he re-cut the film to 10 minutes and resubmitted it. His 10-minute cut was shown at numerous festivals worldwide and was broadcast on a digital channel. Very short films, especially romance and comedies, can be popular with distributors and buyers as they are easier to programme and can be sold to multi-platforms e.g. online, mobile, VOD etc.
Strong Beginning
Most programmers/distributors will be inundated with submissions and so your film has to grab their attention from the very first shot. The harsh reality is that if your film doesn't pique their interest within the first two minutes, in all likelihood they may not sit through it till the end. Don't waste time on lengthy introductions and credits – spark their interest in the story as quickly as you can. Credits at the start can distract the viewer (especially if the direction, production and editing are all by the same person!) so leave them out unless you have it written in an agreement with one of your cast. Similarly if your film starts with a long establishing shot where nothing really happens, viewers may switch off before you get to show them your great plot and idea. If the pace of your film is naturally slow and ambling, make the shots as rich and enticing as possible to draw the viewer in. Note – a good editor can really transform a film. If you're directing and editing your own film you might be too attached to certain shots to know which bits to chop out to make your film a stronger, more coherent piece. In big blockbusters, scenes that have cost thousands or even millions can be chopped if the studio/filmmaker feels that they are not integral to the final edit of the piece.
Avoid Repetition & Punchline Twists
Whilst sometimes a repetitive scene can be used for comedy/dramatic effect (Groundhog Day being a classic example of where this can work), if you are not careful it can end up being repetitive and predictable. Comedy is notoriously difficult to pull off in short films – if you're looking to make humorous shorts then it's a good idea to test your idea on an audience (why not post a short clip on a site like YouTube or MySpace and see what feedback you get?) or to cast your film carefully and get a funny actor. Be careful of one-line gag/punchline films. Some shorts can do this to great success but many often fall flat. If you've got a great punchline twist then consider making it short and snappy as viewers might be disappointed if they sit through 7 minutes for one joke at the end, especially if they've already seen it coming.
Exciting New Techniques & Style
Even an average plot can be made intriguing by an exciting new technique or style - whether it be a new kind of animation, camera work or art direction. Try experimenting and developing your own style. Note – having said that, beware of style over substance.
Other Resources
For an alternative viewpoint on what makes a good film, see theShort Film Manifesto written by Philip Ilson, short film programmer for London International Film Festival and London Short Film Festival (formerly Halloween).
Related Guides
See also our filmmaking guide: why make a short film?
Help us improve the Filmmaking Guide
If you've spotted a factual error or have a suggestion for an organisation or information that we should include, then please help us improve the filmmaking guide.
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