Mis-en-scene

Location: The location of the filming will take place in several places. The location of the teenage character will take place in a poor part of northwest London. We will try to capture a slum like setting to add to the connotations of the type of character being portrayed as well as the stereotypes and representations. The character that plays the role of the businessman will be based in a location closer to the city. Although his journey will lead to a rundown tunnel, we have chosen a location that contains modern buildings in a stylish environment.

Studio/Set: Initially we wanted to use the drama room to shot a scene with an unknown person writing on paper. However this changed and now we are going to use a computer programme called after affects to create the shot of newspaper flashbacks.

Costume and hair and makeup: As Denis is responsible for this aspect of the production he put forth the idea that one character dresses rather raggedly and the other dresses professional. This will widen the gap between the two characters and reveal the class differences. It may not be possible to create this image perfectly however we will stick to the idea above as much as we can. There will be no makeup or fake blood used.

Body language: As the director I believe it is important to maintain the stereotypical posture of the characters. For example the businessman will walk calm and confidently with his head up seeming very objective. His outward appearance will create his personality. Moreover their facial features must both be different. The teenager must look uneasy and stressed. While the businessman looks neutral.

Properties: the businessman must carry a black suitcase like bag to add to the creation of our character. The teenager may carry a small plastic bag which will seem as if he is carrying something with him to give somebody.

Lights: In each location we have used there will be lights provided as part of the building or structure. For example in the location shots of the tunnel there are several lights overhead. When it comes to filming we will have enough light to get clear shots. We will also be filming during the day so that we have enough natural light too. We have realised that to maximise are chances of getting the best shots in the darker areas of some locations we have to film at the correct angles.

Colour design: We want to create an enigmatic opening scene therefore we will try to use a colour scheme that gives a sense of cold and loneliness.

Sound: We are aiming to use two different music tracks. However both will be very similar to each other. As part of the graphically designed shots we will have a soft melody playing in the background as opposed to a chilling theme. In the filming part of the opening scene the music may change to something more fitting to the emotions of the action being portrayed. However in saying this we may stick to one theme track depending of how well it fits with the whole opening title.