RESEARCH - Certificate

My film would contain nudity, which may not be such a big deal in modern society, so wouldn't effect the certificate too much. However it will be used in a sexual nature more likely. Also my film would contain drug use, this is okay but still prohibited. It is not allowed to promote or encourage it however. According the BBFC guidelines, my film is most likely to be a 15.

These are the following BBFC 15 rating guidelines:

Suitable only for 15 years and over

No one younger than 15 may see a ‘15’ film in a cinema. No one younger than 15 may rent or buy a ‘15’ rated video work.

Discrimination

The work as a whole must not endorse discriminatory language or behaviour.

Drugs

Drug taking may be shown but the film as a whole must not promote or encourage drug misuse. The misuse of easily accessible and highly dangerous substances (for example, aerosols or solvents) is unlikely to be acceptable.

Horror

Strong threat and menace are permitted unless sadistic or sexualised.

Imitable behaviour

Dangerous behaviour (for example, hanging, suicide and self-harming) should not dwell on detail which could be copied. Easily accessible weapons should not be glamorised.

Language

There may be frequent use of strong language (for example, ‘fuck’). The strongest terms (for example, ‘cunt’) may be acceptable if justified by the context. Aggressive or repeated use of the strongest language is unlikely to be acceptable.

Nudity

Nudity may be allowed in a sexual context but without strong detail. There are no constraints on nudity in a non-sexual or educational context.

Sex

Sexual activity may be portrayed without strong detail. There may be strong verbal references to sexual behaviour, but the strongest references are unlikely to be acceptable unless justified by context. Works whose primary purpose is sexual arousal or stimulation are unlikely to be acceptable.

Theme

No theme is prohibited, provided the treatment is appropriate for 15 year olds.

Violence

Violence may be strong but should not dwell on the infliction of pain or injury. The strongest gory images are unlikely to be acceptable. Strong sadistic or sexualised violence is also unlikely to be acceptable. There may be detailed verbal references to sexual violence but any portrayal of sexual violence must be discreet and have a strong contextual justification.

RESEARCH - Production Logo Examples

RESEARCH - Analysis of a Teaser Trailer (Editing)

The titles during the Inception trailer appear to be coming towards the screen. This complements the sound and makes it seem as though something big is happening. It also relies on the reputation of the words on the screen. As they are meant to be enticing the viewer, so them words are meant to be of interest to them. For example the word 'Leonardo DiCaprio' on screen is meant to interest Leonardo DiCaprio fans.

The next set of titles have been used along with CGI. It is tilted on its axis as if gravity isn't present. This may have something to do with the plot of the film. Also again complemented with the sound, it builds up more tension as it is moving at high speed.

The trailer ends with more CGI and it appears the word Inception is made out of buildings. Again this is an aspect of the film. This is clearly there to mainly tell you the title of the film.

RESEARCH - Analysis of a Teaser Trailer (Sound)

The trailers music was composed by a different person to the composer of the actual film. Zack Hemsey is a specialist at orchestrating music for trailers, therefore the music was made specially for them images and complements them very well. I believe the music is the most effective aspect to the trailer. It builds up the suspense greatly and leaves the viewer very confused and wanting more. The speed of the sound gradually gets faster, as well as its volume. This is when it builds on tension at its best. It does this before it finally ends towards the finale of the trailer.

RESEARCH - Analysis of a Teaser Trailer (Camera Angles and Movement)

The main camera angle used throughout the teaser trailer is a close up. It is used to focus on unique features of the film. First of all the camera focus' on a weird object spinning. The shots may mean nothing to the viewer, however it is complemented well with the music to make it seem or more importance. This is the same for all the other shots.

The next shot is a close up of Leonardo DiCaprio's face. He is a big actor so this alone is a great selling point. This is a reaction shot, we can see that he looks uneasy. This builds up even more tension. The main unique selling point of the film is its gravity defying effects. The next two shots after are also like this. It is a close up of a glass of water, however the water moves as if there is no gravity. This would be very strange to the viewer and intrigue them even more.

There is another close up shot of Leonardo DiCaprio. It is also a reaction shot, this confirms him as the protagonist in the film. He is a big actor, and this is one thing that is given away. Nothing much else about the characters or storyline is given away in the trailer.

As the music gets faster, so does the cut the next shot. There are many quick close ups of slow motion, gravity defying action scenes. This will draw the viewer in as it is very unique, and will interest the films main target audience. After the quick action shot, there is a shot of someone jumping out of water. This increases the confusion, hopefully leaving the viewer aching for more.

The trailer ends with another close up, reaction shot of the main protagonist. It shows him waking up, as if everything that has happened in the trailer so far was in a dream?

RESEARCH - Teaser Trailer Example