Evaluation Question 1

In what ways does your media product use, develop or challenge forms and conventions of real media products?

The Film Title
We chose the title "Double or Die" as the title for our title sequence because we found it most suiting to the genre we had chosen. Not only does it indicate a level of violence and life risking action but there is a small indication of a small play on words. A commonly heard phrase in poker is "double or nothing", thus  telling the audience from this small pun that gambling will be a feature within the film. These factors help broaden the audience as not only will this appeal to similar audiences to that of the James Bond collection (the cognoscenti), but also to those that are seeking a non exploited action drama.

Font and Styles Used
We wanted to use bold dramatic font for the title of the film. We used warm yet aggressive colours to contrast with the cooler filter we used in the title sequence itself.

Location and Setting
The locations we chose were crucial to the creating the atmosphere we desired. In total we used 4 different locations, all of which were chosen to serve a different purpose. For the shots of the footsteps walking we used two different locations. This is because one of the main features we were seeking in this setting was a very urban pavement in the background, as by doing this we were actually showing the characters progression of gradually entering a more built up area.

Camera Angles

We used a variety of camera angles many of which we use to emphasise the frame and personalities of the characters;

This shot I liked in particular. We took a continuous shot of  the main action with the title sequence, we thought this was a good idea so that the audience was able to take into perspective how quick the action happens. Also with this shot we were also able to have the titles come up as the doors closed and then when the camera cute back, its to when the doors are reopening. 

A reason this shot worked well was because we wanted to keep the age rating to a 12A, therefore as the doors close the violence of the attack is hidden, preventing the film from seeming too graphic. 

Costume and Props

This is the desk we created for  Mr Moore to sit at. We added several personal items like a mug, pens, paperwork and a magazine, and then had his name plate in the front to clearly identify him.