Research on the Film- FISH TANK
All the Institutions involved in the production of Fish Tank. List them with a summary of what their contribution to the film was.
The institutions which are involved in the production of Fish Tank are UK Film Council, BBC Films, Kasander Film Company, which is distributed by IFC Films.
Two other Independent British Film production companies – their “brand”, as well as current and previous productions.
Working Title Films:
Working Title Films is a British film production company and its is one of the UK’s most highly regarded production outfits that’s enjoyed success across film. its based in London. The company was founded by Tim Bevan and Sarah Radclyffe in 1983. It produces feature films and several television productions, including films starring comic actor Rowan Atkinson. Eric Fellner and Bevan are now the co-owners of the company.
PolyGram Filmed Entertainment:
PolyGram Filmed Entertainment (PFE) was a film studio, founded in 1980, which became a European competitor to Hollywood, but eventually sold to Universal Pictures in 1998 and folded in 1999.
Among its most successful films were Four Weddings and a Funeral ,Dead Man Walking ,Fargo,Trainspotting and have also created Notting Hill.
Out of the three Production Companies you have researched, which do you see as most successful and why?
Out of the three Production Companies I have research, In my opinion, I think BBC films it the most successful of them all. It has produced some of the most successful British films in the recent years For example, Swimmer and The Running Jump and these films have been successful. Moreover, It produced, eight films a year and works with major international and UK distributors. Which is beneficial to them as they are getting more help and ideas, from different major international companies which gives them a greater chance for success.
How much Fish Tank cost to produce (it’s budget)
$3 Million was the budget.
Film budgets – find 5 films made for £5 million pounds or less – what types of films are feasible on this budget?
The film Rocky and the budget was $1 million. The film Open water was made in 2004 with the budget $5 million. The inbetweeners movie was released in 2011 and the budget was $5.3 million.The science of sleep was released in 2006 and the budget was $6 million.
How was Fish Tank funded?
Fish Tank was funded by the UK film council and BBC films.
Research one other way that British films are funded. Are there any similarities or differences? http://industry.bfi.org.uk/ - The BFI is now the lead body for film in the UK which includes a role as a lottery distributor, with responsibility for funding film development and production; training; distribution and exhibition; supporting film UK-wide; film certification, the Cultural Test and co-production; strategic development; industry research and statistics; and the MEDIA Desk UK. The role of the British Film Commission in encouraging inward investment work transfers to Film London.
What is the target audience for Fish Tank?
The target audience for Fish Tank would be mostly Teenagers to young adults, as everything is based around the woman and how she deals with things being a teenager.however it may have a small young teenage male audience aswel.
Research the mainstream 16–25 youth cinema market and decide which 3 genres are most targeted at them and justify your decisions with your research.
The three genres that are most targeted at 16-25 year old and would prefer to watch are comedy, romance or horror films.
Firstly, comedy genre as they are young and the comedy which are shown today are more suited for their audience, so they are more likely to watch the comedy films.
Secondly, Romance; teenagers to young adults would tend to watch romantic films as they are into and interested in relationships and are at this perticular stage where they want to watch it with their Boyfriend or Girlfriends. The romantic films which are in today are very mainstream e.g Vow and the latest ones that follow on from that.
Lastly, horror most of them would prefer this as when they have a sleep overs with their friends they want to watch something frightening and enjoy themselves, and in most of the horror films teenagers star in them which draws them into watching more.
Who is the main distributor of Fish Tank?
The main distributors were, Articifical Eye, MK2 Diffusion, Nuptopia Entertainment, Syrena Films, Alta Films, Canana Films, Film1, IFC Films, Mongrel Media and SP films.
What is the role of a film distributor? Are there any differences between distribution in the US and UK?
A film distributor is a company responsible for the marketing of a film. The distributor may set the release date of a film and the method by which a film is to be exhibited or made available for viewing. this plays a huge role in the film's succes.The film distributor control the marketing and circulation of movies in theatres.
Some differences, for example, the low budget films wouldn't have very big distributors were as US films would have international distributors as it would be a more higher budget.
How was Fish Tank promoted (when it was released in 2009)?
Fish Tank was promoted at 62nd Cannes film festival in France, May 14, 2009.
Compare this with a big budget blockbuster. What are the main similarities and differences?
Films in Big blockbuster are in bigger cities and are promoted in these urban areas, and would increase their fans as they would show examination and preview from their film more often.The Big blockbuster and the fish tank both would advertise it. however, the contrast is blockbuster films would go mainstream and more audiences would be engaged. Where a small film wouldn't be attractive as its won't be show cased a lot, and this Film would be unknown by a plurality of people.
How does the trailer for Fish Tank hook audiences into the narrative and pose questions that the film will answer? Identify 3 ways/techniques
The trailer is very engagging as it has number of montage editing with contrast shots attracting the audiences attention. We see the point of view for the female fatale, and what she goes through and how she reacts. The lighting used is also engagging. Low key lighting is used, which shapes extreme shadows and connotes darkness, sadness and fear. The effect this has on the audience is that it makes them indulged and sort of confused as we want to know what exactly is going on. This therefore creates enigma codes. As the audience we want to sort the pizzul - who, when, why and how the problem was caused. This draws the audinece attention and want to go and watch the movie to get answers for thei questions.
Analyse the trailers for 2 different films (from different genres). Are there any differences in the way they hook the audience into the narrative and pose questions that the film will answer? Identify at least 2 similarities and 2 differences.
Paranormal Activity 4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7Xn2JqH5ng
Paranormal Activity is a horror based films suited for teenagers to young adults, the way they capture their audience is showing the scary scenes which builds their expectations high when they go to see the film. Also the use of low-key lighting is strong as it connotes the darkness and scary side to things. Also we are in the main characters shoes we are identifying with her why this boy is acting strange and it also creates enigma codes as what we are wondering he is doing. This poses the questions for the audiences and helps build the narrative clearer and stronger.
Taken 2 is a action drama crime film and they show the various of scenes which creates enigma codes. As the questions which are being rised we are thinking about it too. The target audience is young teengers and adults audiences and they exceed in capturing their attention as the song used builds up tention. this informs us about the narrative to which is very effective. And it therefore get's the audience thinking different things and of course if the outcome will be a positive one, as we know Bryan Mill will do what he does best.
How does the trailer for Fish Tank balance plot and spectacle?
It's memorable as the way the trailer is shown. By the effective use of lighting it's shown contrastively and grabs the audiences conception. Moreover, as her being the female fatale it's different, because it's not usually like this in other films made and different in society at the time. The things she says, her actions is unforgettable and predictable as in society today this is what typical teenagers say and do. This frames the story-line more as we see different aspects which gets us thinking.
How do the trailers for your other films balance plot and spectacle? Identify at least 2 similarities and 2 differences.
This portions the plot and spectacle by the purpose of the trailer, which is to attract the audience and to persuade them into going out and watching the film, The trailer trys to hock somethings into the audiences mind. This is done in both of the trailers by the lighting and its connotations, also by depicts the story line effectively and the contrast of variety camera shots and action with it. This
Think about the certificate of Fish Tank (15 certificate). Research film certification and outline what is deemed acceptable for this certificate. What is the difference between a 15 certificate and an 18 certificate?
Depending on the Films themes/content , by the way the subject is treated, will be acceptable with classification decided. ( U, PG, 12A,12, 18, R18). Violence may be realistic but not gratuitous or focus on bloody injury.Violence also 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. Disturbing images will only be permitted if justified by the context in which they are presented. Generally; horror in this category will be psychological in nature. Acts of sadism common to the genre are not permissible. Strong sex references may be acceptable at 15A. Scenes of a sexual nature may also be acceptable but will not be explicit or prolonged. Strong language is allowed at 15A. Frequent or aggressive use of these terms will have to be justified within the context of the piece.Scenes or dialogue relating to drugs may be acceptable in an appropriate context; but not if there is glamorization; instruction or encouragement as to use. 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.The differnce between a 15 certificate and an 18 certificate : These are all the things that would be show cased in a 15 certificate, however in an 18 one things would be more explicit and prolonged. And is applicable for older viewers, as it could leave images in your head or young people can imitate what's being done in the film. So maturity is significant whilst watching a film, and that's why they have this.
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