Analysis of BFI data - Genre and Classification.

Summary and conclusions of Table 4.1.

From this table, we can see that the Thriller genre is more popular in terms of the number of films released compared to the Horror genre. However, even though there were 64 thrillers released, the 37 horror films that were released generated more profit in the end compared to the thrillers. The horror genre made £57.5 million pound in this year compared to the £29.1 million pounds made by the thriller genre. This shows that the horror genre is not only more profitable but it is more popular then the thriller genre. 

Summary and conclusions of Table 4.2.

This set of data shows us that Horror films were played in more cinemas across the UK and the Republic of Ireland than Thriller films. Horror films were played across 145 cinemas whereas Thriller films were only played across 89 cinemas in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. However, the number of thriller films released (64) was higher than the number of horror films released (37). Even though there were more thriller films released, the horror genre made more profit than the thriller genre did because the horror films released were more popular then the thriller films released. 

 

Summary and conclusions of Table 4.3.

From this table, we can see an average amount of how much money a genre makes in one cinema when a film is released. Sticking to the horrors films, in one cinema, on average makes £10,708 for the whole horror genre. Thrillers however only make £5,127 for the whole thriller genre. Although, the total amount of sites that thriller films were played at in 2013 was 5,667 compared to the 5,367 sites that horror films were played at in 2013. Even though thriller films were played at more cinemas than the horror films were, horror films still managed to generate more profit and more money for the box office than the thriller genre did. 

 

Summary and conclusions of Table 4.4.

This table shows the number of releases of different films from different genres. The ones I've chosen are horror and thriller. Thriller films have 10 more releases than horror film, and the percentage of horror releases is 5.0% whereas the percentage of thriller releases was 12.2%. Horror films generated £14.8 million in this year for the films released ranked by gross box office. Whereas thrillers only generated £4.1 million in this year ranked by gross box office. The percent of total box office for horror films was 5.8% whereas thrillers was only 1.2%. This suggests that even if thrillers were released more, horror were and are still popular.

 

Summary and Conclusions of Figure 4.1.

This bar chart shows the proportion of box office by genre for all films. It shows that again horror and thriller do not generate more box office than action and comedy. The second bar chart shows the proportion of releases by genre for all films. It shows that horror and thriller films were released more then other genres which shows how popular they can be when first released. 

Different roles within film making.

Role allocation:

1. What might the role of a writer be?
Screenwriters create the screenplays for films. They provide the blueprints essentially for the film, however, these can be changed by the creative input the producers, directors, designers, composers and editors. 
They should allow the person reading it to imagine how the film would play out on screen. They should make it include fascinating characters that people from the audience can relate to and an exciting plot that keeps the audience wondering what is going to happen next. It should also fit the format and style expected in the film industry. 
They have to produce highly creative writing, to strict deadlines. If the script is not to the screen writing team's standards, then the script may either be given to another screenwriter or the original screenwriter may just be replaced altogether. Also, if one writer has writer's block then they can pass it onto another writer who can continue writing it. In some cases, scripts can be passed around more than 10 times before it is completely finished because each writer needs help or their work isn't of a high standard.  

2. What is the responsibility of the composer?
Each film has a different style of music so the composer's have different jobs depending on the film. The main role of the composer is to find music to accompany the film, this could be by bringing in musicians or getting rights to a song to put into a film. The composer has to meet with the director and movie producer when the film has been shot and is being edited to discuss what music they want in the film. 

3. What might the role of the camera person be?
Before the filming has even started shooting, the camera operator has to read the script so they know what they are shooting. They have to meet with the director so they can discuss they style in which they want the film shooting in. They have to make sure they know where all the locations are since in most films they have to shoot in different locations. They also have to determine what angles they are shooting from in each scene or shot so that they can get the film right. Whilst shooting the film, they have to be closely involved at all times when setting up the shots in case the director wants to change the shots around at any point. 

4. What would be the role of the head of casting?
Before the film has started shooting, they casting directors work with the director and producer to assemble the perfect cast for the film. Because of this, they have to have an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of new and existing talent when it comes to acting. They are responsible for matching the actor/actress to the right roles based on the actor's experience, ability, reputation, availability and their box office appeal. They also work with production accountants to make the casting budget. They organise and conduct interviews and auditions for each part and offer the actor/actress a fee for appearing in the film. They need to be highly selective and extremely demanding so it is vital that they be patient and hard-working. 

5. Who is the producer of the film and what is their role?
Producers have overall control of every aspect of the production of the film. They bring together and approve the whole production team. They steer the film from beginning to when the film is completed. They are often the first person to get involved in a project. The many responsibilities of the Producer span all four phases of production. In the Development stage, Producers are often responsible for coming up with the idea for a production, or selecting a screenplay. Producers secure the rights, choose the screenwriter and story editing team. Producers also approve locations, studio hire, the final shooting script, production schedule and budget. More time and money spent in pre-production can reduce time and money wasting when the production gets under-way.

6. What would be the role of a film director?
Directors direct the film. They are responsible for translating the script into images and sounds on the screen. Ultimately, they are responsible for the film's success or failure. 
They also manage the technical aspects of filming including the camera, sound, lighting, design and special effects departments. At all stages, Directors are responsible for motivating the team to produce the best possible results. Directors must also always be aware of the constraints of the film's budget and schedule and manage the expectations of the film's financiers.