Mise en Scene

  Mise en Scene is a very important process for the planning now that I have a script and location.  The Mise en Scene will make a real difference in looking professional and realistic.  Below are some of the key elements making up the Mise en Scene in detail.  When it came to deciding the overall look of the Mise en Scene, I had to make sure that the props and costumes were effective in portraying a certain idea and for the audience to understand something about the characters from what clothes they are wearing and what props are used.

Prop List

• Alcoholic drinks bottle
• Alcoholic shot glasses
• Car one for the killer
• Car two for the girl at the party
• Knife
• Phone
• Glasses
• Lighters
• Smoking equipment
• Music Player

The overall effect I will be trying to create when it comes to filming is a typical, late teenage house party.  Therefore, the house will need to be cluttered with drinks bottles and shot glasses to make the overall scene realistic and believable.  The two cars are essential for the scene where the girl is driving to the party being followed by the second car driven by the killer.  The use of a second car will denote that someone is following the girl which will create some tension.  The use of smoking equipment will make the party scene look more realistic.  The music player is also important for the background noise of the party as it sets the mood for the party as well.

Costume List

Ellie:

• Tight Denim blue shorts
• Sequin coloured top tucked in
• High heeled shoes

Girl 1

• tight coloured jeans
• coloured top
• high heeled shoes

Killer

• Dark blue jeans
• Black top
• Grey knee length coat
• Boots

Billy

• sandy Chinos
• Blue superdry top
• Daps

Carla

• Simple blue dress
• High heeled shoes

Other Characters at the Party

PARTY CLOTHING:

• For Girls: Dress and Shorts with high heeled shoes
• For Boys: Jeans, Chinos and Shirts

When it came to deciding what costume each character should wear, I wanted try and portray a certain character profile.  Therefore, the killer as a character in the opening sequence will be instantly recognised as he will be wearing clothing that is very different to what the others will be wearing.  For example, the killer is wearing a long grey coat and boots which, when viewed by the audience, will help them to identify that this character is distinctly different and therefore might anticipate something bad will happen.  For the characters at the party such as Ellie, Billy, Carla and the other girls and boys, I wanted them to have a similar look so that they blend in together. Ellie, Billy and Carla will be recognised as the main characters as the camera will be mostly focusing on them rather than the others at the party who will just be in the background.  The costume of chinos and a shirt for the boys I thought would be most age appropriate.  For the girls, I thought the idea of shorts, dresses and heels will also be the most age appropriate but will also reveal something about their personalities of being focused on be glamorous and having a good time.