Learning Intention: Today we are learning about the structure of short narrative films.
Success Criteria: We will know we’ve been successful when we can break a short film down into its structure.
Watch this video and list the five key elements of a successful short film.
2. Watch "Cargo" and answer the same questions.
How does the film establish the story's world? What shots are used?
What is the film's conflict? What shots are used to illustrate/develop this conflict?
What is the film's final payoff (How is the conflict resolved)?
3. Discuss as a class. Write down any information that you didn't get into your original answer.
4. Watch "Balance" and answer the following questions.
How does the film establish the story's world? What shots are used?
What is the film's conflict? What shots are used to illustrate/develop this conflict?
What is the film's final payoff (How is the conflict resolved)?
5. Discuss as a class. Write down any information that you didn't get into your original answer.
6. Reflection: Select the film you liked the most. Why do you think you liked the story? Be specific.