My Portfolio Project was an amazing experience. Throughout the school year, I have learned various production tips or techniques. This project has allowed me to showcase what I have learned and create a wonderful production in the process. Even though I have faced challenges or obstacles, I was able to overcome each one and learn something from it. My production (Only Mine) is the result of hard work and determination. Ultimately, I am grateful that I was given the chance to create my own production and enhance my film-making skills!
'Only Mine' is a film that has a thriller/drama genre. The storyline of the production surrounds a girl with a controlling and compulsive boyfriend. The film showcases how the "perfect" relationship is not always as it seems. As a result, 'Only Mine' represents social groups or issues. This is because the production highlights how men can become very obsessive or aggressive in relationships. In some cases, men are known to be overwhelming or demanding with their partner. 'Only Mine' allows the audience to see what some women experience in a toxic relationship. In addition, 'Only Mine' causes the audience to be vulnerable to the point of view of the aggressor. The audience is able to understand the perception of both of the main characters. Furthermore, the film causes its viewers to get a well-rounded understanding of what takes place when a woman has an obsessive partner.
Branding is an essential part of any production. Branding allows you to develop a recognizable and distinct image for your film. Additionally, branding causes you to create a lasting impression on your audience and illustrate why your film is unique. In other words, branding promotes a message to your viewers. The elements of my production work together to develop a sense of 'branding' because each one highlights the overall theme or genre of my film. Each element provides examples of the thriller/drama genre and/or provides illustrations of the storyline. To begin, 'Only Mine' has a movie poster. The movie poster consists of colors, fonts, and design elements that help establish a visual identity related to the film. The audience is able to visualize the tone or mood of the film. As a result, the audience is able to create an image for the film and understand the message the poster is trying to convey. Secondly, 'Only Mine' has its own social media page. Due to this, the audience is given a story behind the logo (digital image) of the production. Film logos are known to be visual promises of the movie ahead. This causes the audience to know what to expect when viewing the production. Additionally, social media causes my film to stand out from others. Each one of my posts add to the message of my production and allows the audience to build a personal connection to the film. Overall, my movie poster and social media page had a huge impact on the branding aspect of 'Only Mine'!
A production must always engage with its audience. Audience engagement surrounds the connection your audience feels with your film. It is essential for an audience to develop a deep comprehension or understanding for what they are viewing. The designated target audience for 'Only Mine' is 17–22-year-olds. This is because, many people around this age love to watch movies that contain thriller or suspense. As said before, 'Only Mine' consists of a thriller genre. With that being said, my film engages with its audience because it meets the wants of its viewers. 'Only Mine' allows its viewers to experience the feeling of suspense and anticipation. As a result, the audience is able to build a deeper connection or liking for the production. Moreover, social media allows my audience to become engaged with my film as well. As mentioned previously, social media allows the audience to build a personal connection with the production. This is because, the social media page reaches more consumers and builds trust with its viewers. Viewers are able to see the entirety of the production process. The production process includes research, filming, editing, etc. Altogether, the audience is able to build an association or attachment with the production they are planning to see.
Research is the foundation of any production. Research allows you to become more knowledgeable about your product. Research informed my products because it caused me to learn more about the genre of my film and illustrate my storyline in a professional manner. In the beginning of my project, I researched three movies/tv-shows that had a similar genre or plot to 'Only Mine'. These films were YOU, The Perfect Guy, and Fatal Affair. The research that I conducted gave me a deeper understanding on how to correctly illustrate the thriller/drama genre in a film. Additionally, I was able to see how each film was structured and the way their storyline progressed. Research also caused me to understand how my production used or challenges conventions. 'Only Mine' challenges conventions because it goes against the stereotype that all relationships are healthy. Relationships are normally seen to be healthy and wholesome; 'Only Mine' causes its viewers to think against this. My production allows people to understand a perception on relationships that does not agree with its regular stereotype. In conclusion, research is an important factor in the success of a production.
The Portfolio Project has been one to remember! I am very glad that I was able to create/develop two film trailers for my own production. 'Only Mine' has allowed me to expand my creativity and gain more knowledge about the media industry. I have been able to gain confidence when it comes to developing productions and working with actors/actresses. This project has also allowed me to become more open to challenges because I know that I will overcome them. You must experience challenges or obstacles to truly learn, and this project has been an outlet for my understanding of that concept. I love being given the opportunity to develop 'Only Mine' and I hope you guys enjoy the production!