Why do we need a shot list, script and story board?

Storyboard- The storyboard is important as it helps the directors and camera men keep track of all the different shots needed and helps them visualise them beforehand so they can see if they work or not. Also they are important as they can help when deciding when to put in sound effects or soundtrack and different transitions whilst editing. The storyboard will help us as a group to keep organised on what shots we have filmed and what shots we need and whether they look good in a particular order and whether they get the right impact across whether it’s to build tension or to create a feeling of calm. In our opening a story board is specifically important as there is no dialogue so creating a specific mood and tone is important.

Shot list- the shot list is important as it helps the director and camera men keep track of all the shots needed and make sure that they have enough filmed and enough shots to create a specific mood and feel. It also helps them decide on a structure for the shots although some shots may be added in after and some used more than once like the master shot.

Script-The script is important for the actors as it is needed for them to know what to do, say and where to be. In our opening the script is important as Tovia will need to know how to act in specific shots to create the feeling of tension.