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What term is used to describe the space between graphics and text on a web page?
What term is used to describe the space between graphics and text on a web page?
Which of the following best defines a portfolio website?
Which of the following best defines a portfolio website?
What is leading in the basic web design principles and elements?
What is leading in the basic web design principles and elements?
Which component is NOT typically part of a website?
Which component is NOT typically part of a website?
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What is the primary purpose of social media websites?
What is the primary purpose of social media websites?
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Which of the following is a key function of a web server?
Which of the following is a key function of a web server?
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Which of the following types of websites is specifically intended for buying and selling services or products?
Which of the following types of websites is specifically intended for buying and selling services or products?
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What is a domain name?
What is a domain name?
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What phase of film production occurs before actual filming takes place?
What phase of film production occurs before actual filming takes place?
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Which film role is primarily responsible for creating the script?
Which film role is primarily responsible for creating the script?
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What defines a mid shot in cinematography?
What defines a mid shot in cinematography?
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What is the main focus of the sound designer in film production?
What is the main focus of the sound designer in film production?
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In film terminology, what does an establishing shot typically introduce?
In film terminology, what does an establishing shot typically introduce?
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Which shot temporarily shifts the viewer's attention away from the main action?
Which shot temporarily shifts the viewer's attention away from the main action?
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Which transition involves audio from the next scene starting before the visual transition?
Which transition involves audio from the next scene starting before the visual transition?
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Which role is mainly responsible for the artistic and technical decisions about camera angles?
Which role is mainly responsible for the artistic and technical decisions about camera angles?
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What type of shot is also known as a long shot?
What type of shot is also known as a long shot?
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What principle suggests that designs using the golden ratio are perceived as aesthetically pleasing?
What principle suggests that designs using the golden ratio are perceived as aesthetically pleasing?
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Which element is NOT typically part of post-production?
Which element is NOT typically part of post-production?
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Which law describes the relationship between the distance to a target and the time required to move a cursor to it?
Which law describes the relationship between the distance to a target and the time required to move a cursor to it?
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Which cinematic technique isolates a specific detail of a subject?
Which cinematic technique isolates a specific detail of a subject?
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What is the primary purpose of ambient sound in film?
What is the primary purpose of ambient sound in film?
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What does the Rule of Thirds method involve in design?
What does the Rule of Thirds method involve in design?
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What does Hick’s Law state regarding decision-making?
What does Hick’s Law state regarding decision-making?
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Study Notes
Film Production Stages
- Development: The initial phase where a film project's concept takes shape.
- Pre-production: Occurs before filming, including script development, casting, and location scouting.
- Production: The actual filming or shooting of the movie.
- Post-production: The stage after filming, encompassing editing, sound design, and visual effects.
- Distribution: The process of making the final film accessible to the public.
Filmmaking Roles
- Director: Responsible for the overall vision and creative direction of the film.
- Screenwriter: Creates the script, including dialogue, actions, and scene descriptions.
- Storyboard Artist: Creates visual representations of each shot or scene.
- Sound Designer: Responsible for all audio aspects, including sound effects, ambient sounds, and music.
- Cinematographer: Handles camera angles, composition, lighting, and lenses.
- Production Designer: Responsible for the visual look of the film, including sets, costumes, props, and locations.
- Editor: Assembles the filmed footage into a cohesive and compelling story.
Audio
- Dialogue: Spoken words exchanged by characters.
- Sound Effects: Added sounds to enhance realism and impact.
- Music: Film scores or soundtracks enhancing emotions and atmosphere.
- Ambient Sound: Background noise that establishes the environment.
Camera Angles and Shot Types
- Establishing Shot: Introduces the setting or location of a scene.
- Wide Shot: Shows the subject within the entire frame.
- Mid Shot: Frames the subject from the waist up.
- Close-up Shot: Focuses on a specific part of the subject's face or body.
- Extreme Close-up Shot: Isolates a specific detail like an eye or mouth.
- Cut-in Shot: Briefly shifts focus to a specific detail, interrupting the main action.
- Cut-away Shot: Temporarily diverts the viewers' attention.
- Over-the-Shoulder Shot: Positions the camera behind one character, looking over their shoulder.
Transitions
- Cross Cut (Parallel Editing): Alternates between two or more scenes happening simultaneously, but in different locations.
- Match Cut: Connects two shots based on shared visual elements.
- L-cut: The audio from the first shot continues into the next scene before the visual transition.
- J-cut: The audio from the next scene begins before the visual transition, preparing the viewer for a shift.
Basic Web Design Principles
- Visual Hierarchy: The order in which the human eye perceives elements.
- Divine Proportions: Designs based on the golden ratio are believed to be aesthetically pleasing.
- Hick's Law: Takes more time to make a decision with more choices.
- Fitts' Law: The time to interact with a target is affected by the distance and size of the target.
- Rule of Thirds: Dividing an image into nine equal sections.
- Gestalt Design Laws: The human eye perceives objects as a whole before individual parts.
- White Space: Empty space on a webpage between elements, vital for visual appeal and readability.
Web Design Elements
- Typography: Choosing appropriate fonts to align with the message and audience.
- Kerning: Adjusting the space between letters.
- Leading: Vertical space between lines of text.
Websites and Hosting
- Website Definition: A collection of related web pages.
- Website Components: Pages, links, multimedia, and servers.
- Website Purposes: Informational, transactional, entertainment, social, educational, and branding/community.
- Website Types: E-commerce, portfolio, blog, social media, CMS-powered.
- Web Hosting Key Components: Web server, hosting provider, domain name, bandwidth, and storage.
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Explore the various stages of film production, from development to distribution, and learn about the key roles that contribute to creating a movie. This quiz covers essential concepts and responsibilities within each phase of filmmaking, providing insights into the industry.
