My Initial Research
Through
research I have so far explored it appears that radicalisation is not a common topic
compared to short films of bullying and depression. I have so far found 11
short films that fully concentrate on radicalisation and exist within the media
of YouTube. Although, the 5 I have closely researched surprisingly do not show how
to ultimately avoid these influencers/extremists and the lasting impacts
radicalisation has on close friends and family. I personally believe I have
identified a market gab with these two factors and can use my research to
reveal some factors and behaviours that are commonly found in those that have
been exposed to extremist ideas, being both informative and relatable to those
who may have experienced this behaviour.
Examples
of current short films on radicalisation:
1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pc-Ny1gOVo&t=3s
As
you can see the location begins in the shade of lighting at a train track; the
shade of the sun acknowledges the darkness of radicalisation and its terrors
and the train builds tension as it connotes to loud noise, fast motion and
danger in relation to historical suicide attempts that tend to happen here.
This scene setting would work well for my production as it would encourage my
audience to feel a motive was impending.
This
short film instantly uses intense music to build up the scene, I think this
quickly brings in the audience which is important in a short film, as you must
grip the viewer’s attention almost instantly, which is especially important for
me as I will be on a time scale of 8-15 minutes. Although, this technique could
be too overwhelming for my target audience, from 13 above as it and could have
a negative impact resulting in them becoming too stressed. Therefore, I will
play music in the background but of a more relaxed and familiar tone.
They
also use a combination of medium close up and big close up shots which
intensifies the emotions of the characters within the scenes. This would also
be a useful technique to use in my short film too, as it is important for me to
show the audience the emotions of different character well and the effects
radicalisation is having on them.
2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2FwazQSBpw
The
second short film I will be analysing concentrates on the risks of
radicalisation on vulnerable teenagers/young adults.
The
short film starts with an over the shoulder conversation between and mother and
daughter. The mother is arguing with the daughter over the divorce from the girl’s
father, located in a home environment. This technique would work well in my
short film as it involves the family side of radicalisation and how home life
can have a knock affect on a child’s state of mine. The camera angle would also
work well as it shows the relationship off well and clearly to the audience.
There
is also a blue tint over the footage which portrays sadness and depression.
This therefore shows a clear build up towards the initial radicalisation, which
would also support my views that radicalisation starts at home where you become
vulnerable and easily exposed.
Her
vulnerability then continues in school whereby she is made fun of. As it is
later set in a school, we’re instantly made aware of the target audience being
a around the same age as my intended audience.
Throughout
the short film her sadness increases, which is portrayed through the use of sad
music which intensifies throughout. I think this is a good technique but lends
itself more towards bullying and I want to focus directly on radicalisation and
the internal effects.
The
noise of a heart beat in the background also builds tension, which would work
well in mine as it isn’t too over whelming for my viewers.
The
short film ends with a blackout and a quote.
This
short film ‘Prevent’ concentrates on how we can prevent radicalisation.
The
film consists of real life experiences and explains the signs and the effects
it had on those individuals. It’s filmed in a medium close up, with a black
background which encourages the audience to really engage with the person and presents
there emotions well, so the audience can see they’re genuine.
Sad
music is again used to recognise the desperation to prevent radicalisation. I
think it would be effective for me to use this type of sad piano music as it worked
well in this short film and would highlight the desperation of the family
members and friends involved and for there loved one to find help and get out
of the situation.
Towards
the end the people stop talking and the music continues to play. On the screen
there’re quotes and facts about radicalisation showing to the audience that
radicalisation truly happens and the facts justify this.
4) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AL77phE__xo
This
short film shows horrific images of the affects of terrorism, which is
effective in making the viewers acknowledge, immediately that it is wrong but
it would be way too shocking for my target audience and would ultimately scare
them making my short film ineffective. Although, I could use images to help my audience
visualise things that may not be able to be acted out.
This more humorous take on radicalisation, would be effective towards a younger audience but is simply not serious enough for my take on the subject.
Although,
there simplicity in describing radicalisation may be useful to apply to parts
of my short film as some viewers may benefit from an easier watch.
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