Production: Day 1 Filming Behind the Scenes

Before filming we as a whole got chicken strips and fries from a spot called Heuy Magoos. Which was amazing like always. After we were finished eating we started filming. We started creating the scene with "Jae" and the side sweetheart while our fundamental person "Sabrina" was evolving.

Production: Cast and Crew

Crew: Dakota Montgomery, Shanique Dennis, Jade Sweeting

Cast: Christina Walker, Shanique Dennis , Dakota Montgomery, Jade Sweeting, Chersy Greenigde

 Lead Actors/Actresses: These are the story's main characters, who frequently carry the main plot and have a lot of screen time. They represent the main characters who are the focus of the story. 

Supporting Actors/Actresses: The supporting cast members enhance the main characters by giving the narrative complexity, background, and conflict. Despite having less time on screen, they nevertheless make a significant contribution to the overall story.  In the world of filmmaking, a story's ability to come to life on screen depends heavily on the crew and cast.

Production: Location, Location, Location

This are the some of the filming location.

 

Pre-production: Script

 On February 26th, we started writing and discussing our script and dialogue. With a shared vision for our film. we put our ideas about storytelling and character conversations. Through collaborative discussions and brainstorming. With our collective creativity we worked to capture the meaning behind of our story by aiming to make it resonate authentically with our audience. 

 Script

Walking to class on her phone carrying books

*Toxic gf and side piece arguing*

Sitting in class zoned out (background talking muffled)(looks stressed)

*phone buzzes* (mom texting her about grades)

Bell rings

Walks up to her friend (conversates)

Phone rings (toxic gf-Jae)*looks flustered*

Friend: “why is she calling you? “

Sabrina: “what do you mean?”

Friend: “She’s not good for you?”

Sabrina: *rolls her eyes and answers the phone*

*arguing*

*hangs up wipes her tears in the mirror*

*friend walks in*

Associate: “girl did hear that couple arguing this morning?”

Sabrina: “no, who?”

Associate: “I think her name is Jae or sum. I don’t know the other girl”

*voices in head: “wait my Jae? My gf”

Sabrina: “I gotta go” *looks more sad and confused*

*walks out bathroom and bumps into Jae*

Jae: “u good bae?”

Sabrina: “not right now. Leave me alone.” *tries to walk away with tears in her eyes*

Jae: *tries I don’t to pull her* “stop what are you doing?”

Tray: Bruh she said leave her alone *pushes jae*

Jae: this ain’t got nun to do with you. Back up

Tray: *yells* BRO MOVE THE FREAK BACK! you’ve done enough bs for today

*jae walks away*

Diamond: “come here” *hugs sabrina*

*sabrina sobs*

~Fast forward~

Jae: “what are you talking about? I seen people posting you and this guys on their story. Like wassup?.”

Sabrina: “WHAT DO YOU MEAN?”

Sabrina: “Why are you worried about what other people are posting? I already told you what it is”

Jae: “I’m so confused! Like… I knew you wasn’t gay for real.”

Jae: “I DONT CARE. You can’t be like that”

Sabrina: “Your just yapping. I’m even more confused”

Jae: “ight bruh. It’s good. I gotchu”

*hangs up*

Pre-production: Storyboards

After we started looking at 3-4 storyboard templates translating our ideas. Visualizing our film as we transitioned into creating storyboards following the completion of our shot list. With clear directions provided, we embarked on the task of planning each scene visual with elements such as description, camerawork (shot size, framing, angle), camera movement, composition, lighting, and editing. The sound design for the film, including dialogue, sound effects, and music score. All in all, as a group we gained invaluable information into the practicalities of filmmaking, laying the groundwork for the realization of our cinematic vision.

Pre-production: Save the Cat Beat Structure and Exposition of Film

On February 15th, our team started looking at the Save the Cat Beat Sheet Narrative Structure and diving into the exposition of our film. We focused on creating a strong narrative arc by analyzing the key beats in the Save the Cat methodology. This framework helped us structure our story, making sure each plot point had emotional depth and narrative coherence. Details of exposition were looked at, considering elements like mise en scene, dialogue, narration, and flashback to help convey important information to the audience while keeping them engaged. 

Save the Cat Beat Sheet Narrative Structure

Beat 1: The Opening Image		Sabrina walking in the hallway feeling alone and sad but is surrounded by plenty of people
Beat 2: Theme-stated		Jae is trying to flirt with a girl but hey begin to argue because she found out that Jae has a girlfriend.
Beat 3: Set-Up		Sabrina just wants a geniuine, loyal relationship with her girlfriend but Jae does not know how to properly communicate and is jealous of her childhood friend, Tray.
The Hook		Due to Jaes jealously, she sends something around about Sabrina to get “revenge”

Exposition

Mise en scene	Sabrina wore a hoodie and other baggy, black clothing inorder to show that she is not feeling her best due to everything happening in her life at the moment.
Dialouge	Sabrina and her best friend Tony run into eachother but Sabrina ends the conversation short when Jae calls. After the phone call, a girl comes in the bathroom to tell her about something she say dealing with her girlfriend.
Narration	The main character, Sabrina, does a voiceover describing the struggles she is facing and explains how she truly feels.
Flashback	Jae and a girl arguing because she is tired of being second and feeling “played with” due to Jae having an actual girlfriend.

Pre-production: Defining the Setting

 Here we decide the settings for important scenes in our movie in the next class. We understood how crucial setting is in influencing the mood, vibe, and direction of the story. We worked together to choose the right locations that would complement our plot. This was done by thinking about things like era, location, and cultural details. This helps on setting established a strong base for our storytelling, setting the stage for captivating cinematic moments.

Defining the Setting of the world

General Setting

Location (Where?)	Time Period (When)?	Landscape (Indoor/outdoor)	Tone		Social Economical Status, governing principles of the place and culture
High school in Miami, Florida	Present day	Indoor (school hallways, classrooms, bedrooms, bathroom)	Emotional, introspective, with moments of tension and drama		The high school setting reflects the social dynamics and pressures faced by teenagers, including academic expectations, peer relationships, and cultural influences.
Number of Locations	Location (Where?)	Landscape (Indoor/outdoor)	Time of Day	Tone	Lighting Source
6	High school & Bedrooms	Indoor	Afternoon	Emotional	Dark and gloomy

Pre-production: Defining Characters

 Once we had established the important elements of our film project's logline, our group focused on defining the key aspects of each character. We wanted to make sure that they were portrayed with depth and authenticity. We had detailed discussions and brainstorming sessions to carefully create nuanced profiles for each character. These profiles included important details such as their age, gender, class, social status, ethnicity, sexuality, regional identity, abilities, appearances, lifestyle interests or preferences, political values, and professions. This thorough exploration allowed us to bring our characters to life and make their backgrounds and motivations more meaningful within the context of our story.

Defining your Characters
Age 16		Gender Female	Ethnicity Black/Africa American		Sexuality Bisexuality
Identity or title: High school student		Class and social status: Middle-Class High School Student	Abilities: academic skills, creativity, communication skills, emotional maturity, and resilience		lifestyle interests: she enjoys photography and music which calms her
Moral Values: Loyalty, honesty, compassion, integrity, and resilience			Struggles: academic pressure, relationship conflict, self-discovery, friendship dynamics, and coping with betrayal
Costume: Baggy Clothes	Frizzy hair Natural Makeups		Props: milkshake, phone	Pink and black are 2 colors used to describe our character
Supporting Characters

Acting and Costume, Hair and Makeup
Character	Demographics	Appearance	Facial Expression	Body Language	Personality	Costume, Hair, and Makeup	Colors used to describe who they are.
Tony	·        Age:16 ·        Gender: Female ·        Ethnicity: African American ·        Middle-class ·        Sexuality: straight	·        Tall ·        Brownskin ·        Pink hair	·        Happy and smiley ·        Confused and concerned	·        Akward/ Disapointing	·        Caring	·        Dressed casual ·        Natural makeup	·        Pink hair to describe her as outgoing
Jae	·        Age:16 ·        Gender: Female ·        Ethnicity: African American ·        Middle-class ·        Sexuality: Lesbian	·        Tall ·        Brownskin ·        Curly hair	·        Smiley ·        Judgemental	·        Upset	·        Unserious ·        Playful ·        Disloyal	·        No makeup ·        Messy bun	·        Blak to describe her as chill
Tray	·        Age:16 ·        Gender: Male ·        Ethnicity: African American ·        Middle-class ·        Sexuality: straight	·        Tall ·        Brownskin ·        High taper ·        Athletic	·        Serious	·        Upset	·        Protective ·        Caring ·        Comforting	·        No makeup	·        No certain colors