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Production Blog- Acquiring the Goodies

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 A street racing film wouldn’t be complete without the right cars. The vehicles we choose will bring personality to each race and help tell the story of our main character’s growth. Finding the right cars wasn’t easy, but we made sure to pick ones that fit the look and feel of real underground racing. We wanted a mix of speed, style, and realism to make every scene feel authentic. For the young racer, we won’t be using a real car just yet. Instead, we’re borrowing my friend’s racing simulator, which will show the character’s first experience behind the wheel. This setup works perfectly because it represents his early dreams and passion for racing before he ever gets on the streets. For the teen racer, we’re going all out with real street racing action. My close friend’s Mustang will go head-to-head with another friend’s Dodge Daytona Charger, setting up an intense and visually exciting race. These cars are fast, stylish, and exactly what we need to capture the underground racing vi...
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Production Blog- Gear Prep and Casting

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 Our short film is about a boy growing up to become the best street racer. The first steps in making this film are getting the right gear and casting the right people. We need good cameras to capture all the fast action. Our main camera is the Lumix GH6, which gives us clear and professional shots. We are also using GoPros and Akaso action cameras to get cool angles from inside and outside the cars. To keep the shots smooth, we have gimbals and stabilizers for tracking movement. We are also using drones to film races from above and add exciting views. Since many races happen at night, lighting is very important. We will use neon lights and LED panels to make the cars and streets look real. Car-mounted LED lights will help us see the cars without making the shots too bright. We will also use smoke machines and real tire burnouts to make the scenes feel more intense. Sound is just as important as video, so we are using onboard microphones to record voices and car noises. We also have...
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Planning Blog

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  Creating a short film about a race car driver’s journey to success is an exciting project. First, we decided on a compelling storyline that will showcase our protagonist’s struggles and triumphs. We held brainstorming sessions to outline key plot points, such as starting in karting, facing challenges, and ultimately competing in a major race. Next, we assigned roles and responsibilities among our group members. One of us will focus on scriptwriting, ensuring our dialogue feels authentic and engaging. Another group member is tasked with scouting locations that reflect the racing environment, including tracks and garages. We are also planning to incorporate real race footage to add authenticity to our film. We will develop a shot list to ensure we capture all necessary scenes. This includes moments of preparation, adrenaline-fueled races, and emotional breakthroughs. Storyboarding will help visualize our film's pacing and transitions. In terms of casting, we are looking for an acto...
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Pitch Blog

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 After carefully considering two potential short film ideas, our group decided to pursue an action-packed story about a boy who dreams of becoming a professional racer. The narrative follows his journey from a young gamer obsessed with racing video games to a skilled adult competing in real-life races. This story highlights themes of perseverance, personal growth, and the power of chasing one’s dreams. We want to showcase his passion for speed and competition while emphasizing the time and effort it takes to turn a dream into reality. The second idea we considered was a heartfelt coming-of-age drama centered on a group of high school seniors navigating personal challenges and forming unexpected friendships as they prepare for graduation. This story would explore themes of self-discovery, resilience, and the power of connection. It would include moments of humor, emotional breakthroughs, and relatable struggles, making it a touching and universal tale. While the coming-of-age drama ...
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Genre Blog

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 We’ve chosen the action genre for our opening sequence, focusing on the journey of a boy who dreams of becoming a racer. The story begins with him playing racing video games, showing his love for speed and competition. These scenes highlight his talent and passion, even in the virtual world. As time passes, he grows older and starts chasing his dream of racing in real life. The transition from video games to real cars is a key turning point in the story. The action genre fits perfectly because it allows us to create fast-paced, exciting scenes full of energy. We plan to show his early days of gaming with colorful visuals and fast movements. These moments will be paired with sounds like the clicking of controllers and the roar of virtual engines. As he steps into the world of real racing, the visuals will shift to high-speed tracks and the roar of real engines. Time passing will be an important theme, shown through changes in his environment and his growth as a person. We’ll use mo...
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Short film research: (within the shadows/urban thriller)

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  For our short film, we're exploring the urban thriller genre, and after watching Within the Shadows, a great example of this style, I've noticed several conventions we can incorporate into our own work. Within the Shadows uses tight close-up shots, dynamic camera movements, and handheld cameras to create a sense of tension and urgency. Low angles and quick zoom-ins are also common to emphasize drama and character emotions. Sound plays a crucial role, with ambient city noises like traffic and sirens grounding the film in its urban setting, while a minimalistic, eerie soundtrack heightens the suspense. The mise-en-scène features characters in practical, urban attire, often in gritty settings such as alleyways or dark streets, with low-key lighting casting heavy shadows to create mystery. Editing in Within the Shadows is fast-paced with jump cuts, cross-cutting between different characters’ perspectives, and occasional slow motion to emphasize critical momen...
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