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Slide 1 Scene Description: Aerial view of a boat parade at night, Christmas lights reflecting on the water. Camera Angle: Drone Shot – Wide Slide 2 Scene Description: Crowds enjoying the parade, glowing city backdrop. Camera Angle: Wide Shot – Street Level Slide 3 Scene Description: People on a boat laughing, taking photos. Camera Angle: Long Shot Slide 4 Scene Description: Lights shimmer on the water, people in holiday spirit. Camera Angle: Wide Shot Slide 5 Scene Description: Full parade scope as the city skyline glows. Camera Angle: Drone Shot – High Angle Slide 6 Scene Description: One boat stands out, creating a visually appealing transition. Camera Angle: Tracking Shot – Following a Boat Slide 7 Scene Description: Protagonist drives, female lead in the passenger seat, holiday music playing. Camera Angle: Medium Shot – Inside Car Slide 8 Scene Description: Female lead smiling at him, window lights reflecting in her eyes. Camera Angle: Close-Up – Female Lead Slide 9 Scene Descripti...
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Script

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Silent Echoes FADE IN: OPENING SCENE – BOAT PARADE & CAR RIDE WATERFRONT – NIGHT (Drone Shot – Wide) A festive boat parade glides across the water. Christmas lights shimmer on the waves, illuminating the night. (Pan Shot – Slow Sweep) Boats of all sizes, decked with glowing decorations, drift by. Families and friends cheer from the shoreline. (Close-Up – People Laughing on a Boat) A group of strangers pose for a picture, their laughter spilling into the night air. (Wide Shot – Street Level) The waterfront is packed—crowds, street vendors, and the glow of city lights. (Handheld POV Shot – On a Boat) The camera moves through the celebration—warm, inviting, alive. (Tracking Shot – Following a Boat) A particularly well-lit boat sails by, creating a visual transition into the next scene. INTERIOR OF CAR – NIGHT (Medium Shot – Inside Car) The PROTAGONIST (17, quiet, observant) drives, the FEMALE LEAD (17, warm, carefree) in the passenger seat. Soft holiday music plays. (Close-Up – Female...
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Other Info

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Location Our group will be recording at the beach, an apartment building, Las Olas, coffee shops, and more areas alike if needed. These places such as the beach will all be used for date scenes and flashbacks, while places like Bayview Park, and the gym will be used for scenes on "working out". The Apartment rooftop will be used for the scene of the female leads' disappearance. We might use a few other places to film "hangouts with friends". Participants as of right now: Actors: Finn O'Brien  Alyssa Jaidane Ella Agnese Roles & Positions: Director: Conner Cleary Co-Director/s: Ella Agnese, Alyssa Jaidane, Finn O'Brien Producer: Unknown Filming & Editing: Conner Cleary, Alyssa Jaidane We'll all be taking turns in the filming process and sharing ideas when we start editing the movie. Health: Nothing in our group revolves around having to do anything dangerous or being in situations that could lead us to trouble but we will have parental supe...
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Title Design

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 Name of the Studio (PRESENTS) : Failures Studios Name of the Production Company: Boodoo Productions Actor(s) names: Ella Agnese, Finn O'Brien, Alyssa Jaidane Film Title: Silent Echoes Music by: Billy Joel Edited by: Conner Cleary Directed by: Conner Cleary
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Short film research: WASP

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  WASP BY ANDREA ARNOLD   a. Sound: Raw Sounds: Urban hums, crying kids, protagonist’s movements dominate. Sparse Music: Minimal or diegetic music adds to the realism. Dialogue: Gritty, casual talk shows financial and emotional struggles. b. Mise-en-Scène (CLAMPS): Costume: Cheap, mismatched clothes = financial hardship. Lighting: Harsh, natural light reflects tough realities. Actors: Raw, emotional performances show desperation. Makeup: Barely any—shows exhaustion and strain. Props: Baby bottles, food scraps, and clutter hint at struggle. Setting: Cramped urban spaces highlight poverty. c. Editing: Handheld Camera: Feels personal and chaotic, like the protagonist’s life. Quick Cuts: Build tension during chaotic moments. Slow Beats: Focus on emotions during heavy scenes. d. Example Films: Brotherhood: Family loyalty and betrayal in a rural tragedy. The Silent Child: A deaf girl neglected by her family. e. What’s Good About It: Authenticity: Feels raw a...
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Short film research: Brotherhood

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  Brotherhood a. Sound: Melancholic Music: Subtle, emotional scores for sorrow or tension. Silences: Used to heighten emotional weight or suspense. Diegetic Sounds: Everyday noises (footsteps, breathing, nature) keep it real. Dialogue: Sparse but full of meaning, with unspoken emotions. b. Mise-en-Scène (CLAMPS): Costume: Simple, muted clothes show emotional or financial struggles. Lighting: Natural or dim, sometimes high contrast, for a somber mood. Actors: Emotional performances showing grief and inner turmoil. Makeup: Minimal but highlights weariness or pain. Props: Symbolic items (photos, letters, heirlooms) tied to emotions or past. Setting: Isolated or rundown places that reflect hardship and isolation. c. Editing: Lingering Shots: Slow shots to emphasize deep emotions. Montages: Compare past happiness with present struggles. Hard Cuts: Abrupt shifts for emotional impact or plot twists. Cross-Cutting: Build tension by contrasting hope and despair. d. Exam...
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Short film research: The Silent Child

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  The Silent Child by Chris Overton a. Sound: Quiet Ambience: Highlights isolation with silence or muffled sounds. Diegetic Sounds: Breathing, footsteps, and soft noises emphasize loneliness. Minimal Score: Gentle, sad music supports the mood without dominating. Dialogue: Sparse, with heavy emotional meaning and focus on the unsaid. b. Mise-en-Scène (CLAMPS): Costume: Plain, simple clothing shows modest lifestyles and struggles. Lighting: Natural, muted tones create a somber, realistic vibe. Actors: Subtle yet emotional performances, especially in silent moments. Makeup: Minimal, showing weariness and quiet emotions. Props: Hearing aids and learning tools symbolize the girl's challenges and neglect. Setting: Isolated rural or suburban areas mirror emotional detachment. c. Editing: Slow Cuts: Let emotional moments sink in deeply. Point-of-View Shots: Switch between silence and sound to show her perspective. Lingering Close-Ups: Focus on her face to capture small b...
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