Actors and costume, props/objects, locations

Locations

The location we have chosen for our couple is to be shot at is Eaton park; this is because the scenery is peaceful and easily portrays happiness and tranquility. This does somewhat vary from our genre, however the overall effect will be firmly within it. The other locations we will use are the Drama rooms (for band performance)this is because of the lighting capability's; meaning we will be able to achieve a variety of effects that can be altered depending on the current mood of the song, this is co-dependant on the time scale of the song and current position within that. The city at night will also be used, this is because the city will appear very ominous and imposing creating a very dark effect, as well as this the city square has coloured lighting, the lights shine from within the floor and will create a dream like effect, casting massive shadows and illuminating the couple from below, the overall effect will look almost satanic.

The couple, acted by (josh Parker and Rebeca bealey) will be shot at these three locations within Eaton park. The shots will be taken in twilight to achieve an overall romantic effect, utilising the reflective water to amplify this effect.

This location is significant in that it shows how long the road of a relationship can be, it connotes how imposing the journey can be as well as suggesting that the path is not rigid; although it is laid out in front of them they could walk off it at any time. however the beauty of the shot does display how rewarding it could be, the barren trees show potential for growth and improvement. In the context of our couple this shot will display that they are drifting apart, the barrenness of life besides the trees (they themselves barren) will signify that the relationship has passed its prime and is now beginning to decay.

In this shot the couple will be place in the center, obviously connoting how they are the center of each others worlds. The seats surrounding them will be empty, this could suggest that they are a couple that likes to be in the lime light but have lost their audience, and are not happy unless they are the centre of attention. The surrounding buildings are extremely imposing, connoting that the relationship is almost like a prison that they are trapped inside. This location will represent a relationship more than happiness, the couple will appear happy when shown inside it, but this should be considered as a false impression. At the end of the music video the couple will be positioned outside this location, showing that the relationship has ended.

Actors

We are using myself (Danny turner) as an actor because; my hair can be straightened to fit into the genre we are aiming for, i will be dressed (along with most of the band) in dark trousers and dark jacket. I will be playing lead guitar, we are going for a casual but dark look. we have references from the foals and elbow who have similar music styles to influence our dress choices. The dark styling can also be attributed to the nature of the song, the song is that of a breakup; light clothing would not enhance the feel of sadness.
Rebeca bealey is one half of our couple, she will be wearing light blue clothing to show innocence and a peaceful nature. throughout the piece she will gradually become lighter, she will start wearing white clothing and eventually a white dress. This white appearance is not designed to signify purity or innocence, but of her ever growing clarity regarding her relationship with her partner.





Josh Parker is the second half of our couple and lead sing within the band. Once again his hair style and dress will be easily tailored to conform to our genre. His clothing will gradually become darker, starting from greys and shallow blues and retreating into black. This transformation is to signify his growing doubts and concerns within the relationship, that will ultimately lead to the break down of the partnership. He will be wearing white within the performance shots mixed with dark trousers, showing inner confusion.




Callum stroude is our drummer. He can be made to look as one of the group, but the main reason we have chosen him is because he is a drum player, meaning we will be able to capture many realistic looking shots that simply would not be achievable with a novice. He will be wearing a black buttoned shirt, and dark jeans .







Tom Marshal is being used as a character because he fits the profile of the band, his clothing style can be slightly altered; by darkening the top half of his outfit and adding a jacket. He is tall and works well within groups and is trained as an actor so can give professional performances.








Props

- Electric Guitars x2
- Drum kit
- Microphone and stand
- suitable seating
- TV/PC - The TV or PC monitor will be used to create the psychedelic effect of flying through the monitor into new locations
- Earning

All of the performance props used are classic styled rock instruments, this will help the audience in establishing the genre of our band.

The earning are the only notable prop that will be used outside of the performance elements, they will represent the couples relationship. The lead male (Josh) will give the earning to the lead female (Rebeca), at the beginning of the narrative elements. They will then be given back as the couple breaks up; as there is no opportunity for dialogue, we are relying on the earrings to signify the strength of the relationship, when they are returned it should be a clear indicator that the relationship is over.