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Location Scout Survey

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Project Name: The Making of “A Dog’s Life”

Completed by: Amanda Glassen

Scout Date & Time: Monday, November 14^th, 2016 12pm

Location address:

Student Activities Center, Preface office, room 220, IUSB

Day and time of shoot:

These are yet to be determined, but we have discussed doing it on one of the Tuesdays we do not have class.

Location description (interior/ exterior):

This is an office space, with desks along the walls, and a table in the center. Short dividers separate the desk spaces. The south and west walls are made up of windows, letting in a large amount of natural light. They do, however, have blinds that can be closed if needed.  Towards the door, there is more open space for freer movement.  The exterior of the building is adjacent to a large green lawn.

Describe the scene and action. How many people are on camera?

Some of the scenes will be individuals sitting alone, being interviewed, most likely seated in one of the desk chairs.  They may be slightly off center. For the scenes with Luna, we may be shooting in the grassy area outside the Preface office, possibly with some shots from inside looking out. Here, there will be three people and the dog on camera, with a fourth person off camera lowering a boom mic into the shot. When the camera is from the story’s camera’s point of view, there will be careless mistakes, such as focusing issues, white balance problems, a boom mic being seen, a finger getting in the shot, among others. In the opening scene, the group of four will be sitting at the table, drinking beverages and discussing the assignment they have been given. The shots will vary from wide angle to busts of individuals as they speak.

How much space is needed?

For the scenes where the group is discussing the project or the members are being interviewed, only a small space will be needed, as there won’t be significant movement. However, for the scenes when the group is shooting their own film with Luna, more space is necessary to fit all on screen, as well as allow for greater movement with Luna.

Will the action be shot from one or multiple locations?

One location was decided upon before the completion of the script, but we will need at least one additional location for the scene where the movie is going to be screened. This could be accomplished in the Preface room by utilizing a computer instead of a TV, but another location would add more visual variety to the actual film. The interior and exterior of the Preface room/Student Activities Center were previously decided upon.

Is there off-screen space available?

There will be minimal off-screen space available inside the Preface room, but there is a short hallway leading up to the room that could also be utilized. If any scenes are shot outdoors, there would be ample off-screen space.

What are the light levels and sources of light? How does this impact your scene?

The room has a significant amount of natural light from large windows, as well as overhead lights. Depending on the weather outdoors, we may need the lighting kit to compensate for any extremes that may occur with the camera facing the windows. The room is relatively small, so it would be hard/limiting to always have the windows off camera. If we decide to go a different route, we can close the blinds, but I feel we would still need the extra lights to brighten and negate any shadows from the lighting overhead. Outdoors there is only natural light, so this could potentially impact the scenes negatively. Depending on the time of day there could be harsh shadows or not enough light.

Are you recording sound? Are there any issues to be aware of?

Yes, we will be recording audio.  There are no issues that I am aware of, aside from not relying solely on the camera audio.

Is there any special equipment needed?

We will likely need the audio kit so we have clear and clean audio, as well as for the scenes with the boom mic slipping in.  Ryan and Sarah each have some equipment, but we may need additional resources. I believe the lighting kit would be helpful as well with all the natural light since the weather can be unpredictable.

Are there any concerns that need to be addressed about shooting at this location?

The main concern would be the addition of the dog, and where we will be shooting any scenes involving her.  I will need to find any IUSB policies that may address this issue. I believe if we shoot her scenes outdoors there would be no rules broken; however, I need to further research what is allowed indoors.

Other notes:

One Page Script and Phrases

“You’re grammatically gramatic”

-after telling my boyfriend that something he said was grammatically incorrect

“Did you hear me boobie taco?”

-my 4 year old son was asking me for more Halloween candy while I was making dinner

“Geeze, I’m sorry! Give me a break, I’m just a human!”

-when my 6 year old son forgot my brother’s name while they were talking

“Can you watch me go pee in the bathroom?”

-my 4 year old son telling me he had to use the bathroom 

“Don’t say that again or I will go crazy and eat all the cupcakes!”

-being silly with my 4 year old son while frosting cupcakes, and he didn’t like me repeating him

“I just jacked you for a handful of lotion; I’m peeling like a lizard over here”

-as I was finishing typing this list, a friend of my boyfriend’s walked out of our bathroom while rubbing his arm

Oops!

by

Amanda Glassen

EXT. A FAMILY GATHERING INSIDE A LARGE HOME – EARLY EVENING

NICK, driving a Jeep, arrives at a large house and proceeds to exit the vehicle along with his wife, Kara. He and Kara enter the house and greet a group of adults. Noticing the aggressive political aspect of the conversations being held, he and Kara sneak to the basement, which has been decorated in Halloween decor for the younger children. A group of children are playing together, and a few run up to greet Nick and Kara as they walk down the stairs.

Nick

(Reaching the bottom, gives a hug to one small boy, Hunter)

Hey Guys! What’s everyone doing down here?

Hunter

(Excited and fidgeting)

We’re playing Mario Kart, and I’m winning. I’m really good at it, but it’s not as fun as Halo.

Nick

(Grins)

Oh yeah? You were pretty awesome when we played at my house, but Grandpa probably doesn’t have Halo.

Hunter

(looking sad, and lowering his head)

He doesn’t. When can I come over again and play on the big tv?

Nick

I don’t know, we’ll have to talk with your Mom first.

Hunter

Ok! I’ll go ask her right now!

(turns to run upstairs, then pauses)

Wait, what’s your name again?

Both Nick and Kara look surprised and turn to laugh with each other. Nick kneels down on one knee to talk to Hunter more.

Nick

(Sounding surprised, but smiling)

You don’t remember my name?

Kara

(laughing)

That’s Uncle Nick!

Hunter

(Wide-eyed and puts his hands up)

Geeze, I’m sorry! Give me a break, I’m just a human!

David Blodgett Documentary Poster

Ride of the Valkyries - Music Video

Documentary Subject

Jack O'Hearn IV is an interdisciplinary artist, as well as an adjunct professor at both Holy Cross College at Notre Dame and Ivy Tech Community College. He received his Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees from the University of Wisconsin in 2012 and 2013, respectively. In 2014, he was one of twenty artists to contribute to The Birdsell Project exhibition, an involvement that has continued to flourish. Jack's first installment piece with The Birdsell Project  was The Office (2014), and ultimately led to other pieces such as The Camper (2015), a solo, mobile installation piece, and The Health Club (2016), which utilized abandoned space at The Commerce Center in South Bend.

What is The Birdsell Project?

How did you first get involved with The Birdsell Project?

Has installation art always been your focus?

Where do you find your inspiration?

What led you to take your installation pieces mobile?

Have you done large scale installation pieces anywhere else in the area?

How did you decide to involve your students with your work?

Have you done other group collaborations, aside from your students?

Do you prefer creating solo pieces or collaborations?

Of all your pieces thus far, does one stand out as your favorite?

Are you currently looking for any new locations for future pieces?

Film Treatment for "Ride of the Valkyries"

Director: Amanda Glassen

Director of Photography: Ryan Lohman

Editor: Sarah Whitehead

Film Treatment/Script for Allen DeSomer’s rendition of “Ride of the Valkyries”

Tagline: Justice Always Prevails

The video is meant to be an epic account of a young, crime-fighting hero who rides his bike around town to stop evil-doers in their tracks.

The video will have a style of acting similar to the old silent films, where the entire story was told through visuals and exaggerated gestures/expressions. The fights scenes will be reminiscent of the “cheesy acting” seen in Power Rangers; shots may cut before physical contact occurs, giving an impression of harder hits than actually filmed.

The shot sequence/angles will progress similar to how a comic book might look.

The mise-en-scène is a hybrid of the old silent films and a comic book.

The song is titled “Ride of the Valkyries”, so it should feel like the viewer is being taken on a visual ride of sorts.

Suggestions or uncertainties are marked by *

-          All times are suggestions to aid in visualizing the storyline within the timeframe, while also taking the beat into account

Cast

Hunter Prime (HP) – Hunter Protsman

Ashton Smash (AS) – Ashton Protsman

Bad Guy 1 (BG1) – Jeremy Protsman

Bad Guy 2 (BG2) – Brittany Lockard

Hostage 1 (H1) – Jillian Lockard

Hostage 2 (H2) – Haylie Lockard

Black title screen*

Slow fade from black* into Hunter Prime (HP) standing epically with his cape blowing in the wind, worm’s eye view

(around 6 -8 seconds into song)* Slow dissolve* into a birds-eye shot of the bike tire/ground as it moves.

-          (Shot may be slightly angled to show more of the spokes)

Wide shot of Hunter on his bike, riding past scenery

Point of view shot as HP rides his bike

Wide shot of HP pulling up his bike, and getting off

Medium shot of HP heroically marching towards something off camera

Wide shot of Bad Guy 1 (BG1) doing something wrong (possible hostage situation/struggle – H1)

Close shot of BG1 suddenly noticing something off camera

Shot of HP coming directly towards the camera

(around 35 sec in)* Close up of BG1 blatantly being shocked, hands up towards face or releasing H1

Wide shot as HP and BG1 storm towards each other and start to fight (H1 runs away off camera)

(around 44 sec)* Close, slightly worm’s eye shot as HP throws a punch

Close shot as BG1 reacts to being hit

(47 sec in)* Medium shot as BG1 tries to counterattack

-          Fight ensues, HP prevails

Medium angle shot as HP walks from off camera then past the camera towards his bike

(Around 56 seconds in)* Shot of HP riding his bike past scenery

(1:00 in)* Side shot of the bike wheel as it’s ridden

(1:04 in)* Point of view riding down the street/sidewalk (Possibly sped up or blurred to give the illusion of super speed or a further distance traveled)*

(1:12 in)* Worms eye view of trees and sky while moving

(1:16)* Shot of HP riding directly towards and then past/away from camera (possibly starting off camera)

Shot of HP pulling up next to smaller trike and getting off his bike

(1:30)* Shot of a fight between Ashton Smash (AS) and Bad Guy 2 (BG2)

-          If possible, close up shot of AS throwing a punch or kick and then quick cut to subsequent reaction by BG2

(1:38)* Wide shot of HP coming from off camera, lower corner area, towards the fight between           AS and BG2

(around 1:41)* Medium shot of HP and AS teaming up against BG2

(1:46)* Shot of BG2 falling to ground/being defeated

(1:50)* HP and AS free H2 from rope*

HP and AS celebrate or shake hands with H2

(1:54)* Both triumphantly start to walk towards bikes

(1:58)* Close, ground level shot as HP and AS ride their bikes towards the camera, tires and feet only

(2:00)* Close, ground level side shot as HP and AS ride their bikes, showing only their feet and tires on screen

(2:02)* Wide shot of HP riding and AS following across screen (camera does not move)

(2:06)* Point of view shot as HP and AS ride

(2:10)* Shot as HP and AS ride towards the camera about to pass

(2:14)* Shot of HP and AS just after they pass camera and ride away

(2:20)* Slow film dissolve/crossfade* to close up of HP standing heroically

(2:26)*Slow zoom out to show HP standing Captain Morgan style over his two defeated enemies and AS celebrating around him, H1 and H2 possibly present as well, cheering

(2:32-2:36)* Fade to black*

Credits