Location Planning

The next stage in pre - production is the location planning. I visited the location and took pictures of specific areas of it that we would be using during the production phase, and pivotal areas where the action would take place. By visiting the location, it means I can tell whether or not it would be suitable for filming. If the location would have been unsuitable, we would of had to adjust our entire plot and idea for the two minute opening of our horror film. When considering the suitability of the location, several things need to be taken into account. Particularly for this location, we had to take consider the weather conditions, and also the business of the area.When taking the pictures of the location, I had to stop momentarily for people or cars travelling over the bridge; cars would also pass through the water. This could be a flaw and also a problem when it comes to production. However, I took the pictures during the day, and it will be considerably less busy during the night when we shoot our opening. All of the locations in the images below will feature in the opening at some point. After assessing the suitability of the locations, I have concluded that they are appropriate, and it is confirmed that this will be the setting for our teen horror opening. We can now move onto the next stage of pre - production, which will be the storyboard and shot list.

An arch under the bridge, which our victim will peer under to check for the source of the splashing.

The walk way down to the river under the bridge, which out victim will walk down to being his wade into the water.

The bollard where our victim pauses his walking and stares out into the water, unaware he is being watched himself.

The tree which our villain, Maisie, will hide behind and watch her victim (Barney) from a safe distance. This is where she monitors his movements.

The entrance to the bridge, where our victim will enter the bridge.

The swings in the playground. Anyone walking over the bridge can see the park. The swing will be swinging slightly.

The opposite side of the bridge.