Production Schedule: February 17 – March 3
Project: A Bad Deal
Filming Location: Group Member’s House
This schedule outlines the steps we took to produce our film, which was shot entirely at a group member’s house to create a controlled and realistic setting for our high school drug-based story. It covers pre-production planning, filming, sound recording, visual editing, and finalizing the project.
Week 1: Pre-Production & Filming (February 17 – February 23)
February 17 (Saturday) – Script & Storyboard Finalization
Finalized the script with dialogue, character interactions, and key emotional beats.
Created a storyboard detailing shot compositions, angles, and transitions.
Assigned roles for each group member (Director, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Designer, etc.).
February 18 (Sunday) – Setting Up the House for Filming
Rearranged furniture and props to resemble a teenager’s bedroom, a party scene, and a bathroom.
Gathered drug-related props (fake pills, alcohol bottles, syringes, cigarette smoke effects).
Chose costumes to reflect the gritty, realistic tone of the film.
February 19 (Monday) – Filming Opening Scenes (Bedroom & Phone Call Sequences)
Filmed the protagonist alone in his room, establishing his struggles.
Used text message overlays to show conversations with friends about drugs.
Captured close-up shots of pills, alcohol, and anxious facial expressions.
February 20 (Tuesday) – Argument Scene & Tension Building
Shot the intense argument scene between the protagonist and his family.
Recorded slapping sounds, yelling, and heavy breathing for realism.
Used handheld shots and over-the-shoulder angles to create an emotional impact.
February 21 (Wednesday) – Party Scene & Drug Use Sequences
Transformed the living room into a party setting with dim lighting and loud music.
Filmed slow-motion shots of drinking, smoking, and drug use.
Captured sped-up sequences to simulate the chaotic effects of substance abuse.
Used extreme close-ups on drug props & character reactions.
February 22 (Thursday) – Overdose Scene (Bathroom Sequence)
Shot the climax of the film, where the protagonist overdoses in the bathroom.
Used high-contrast color grading to emphasize tension.
Captured running water, shallow breathing, and blurred vision effects to enhance realism.
Filmed a high-angle shot to show the protagonist’s vulnerability.
February 23 (Friday) – Additional Footage & B-Roll
Reshot key moments for better emotional impact.
Captured establishing shots of the house’s exterior to set the scene.
Week 2: Post-Production & Editing (February 24 – March 3)
February 24 (Saturday) – Organizing & Importing Footage
Uploaded all raw footage to the editing software.
Sorted clips into categories (bedroom, party, argument, overdose, etc.).
February 25 (Sunday) – Rough Cut & Scene Assembly
Created a rough cut, arranging clips according to the storyboard.
Applied basic transitions and pacing adjustments.
February 26 (Monday) – Sound Design & Voiceovers
Recorded voiceovers to represent the protagonist’s inner thoughts.
Added background sound effects (running water, muffled party noises, footsteps).
February 27 (Tuesday) – Visual Effects & Color Grading
Applied color grading to differentiate between reality and drug-induced experiences.
Used glitch effects and motion blur to simulate intoxication and paranoia.
February 28 (Wednesday) – Titles, Credits & Font Styling
Designed text boxes for scene transitions and credits.
Chose bold, grungy font styles to match the film’s raw tone.
February 29 (Thursday) – Final Touches & Refinements
Smoothed out video transitions for a seamless flow.
Adjusted audio levels to balance dialogue and background effects.
March 1 (Friday) – Group Review & Revisions
Screened the film and gathered feedback.
Made final adjustments to pacing, color, and audio balance.
March 2 (Saturday) – Export & Quality Check
Exported the final version of the film.
Conducted a final quality review to check for errors.
March 3 (Sunday) – Submission & Reflection
Submitted the film before the deadline.
Wrote a reflection on the filmmaking process, highlighting challenges and successes.
Final Thoughts
Filming at a group member’s house allowed us to control the environment, lighting, and sound quality, making the production smoother. The use of creative angles, color grading, and realistic sound design helped bring our story to life. Through teamwork and careful planning, we successfully created an impactful film that portrays the harsh realities of teenage drug use
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