Recreation feedback

WWW:

Use of archive footage
Basic structure followed 

EBI: 

Sound quality of dialogue 
Lighting 
Camera shots too close 
Improve performance 

1) Why did you choose this particular recreation and how does it link to your main production?

I chose this as my recreation as it links to my linked production, as I am going to be making a documentary style video. As my critical investigation is on GTA my production will also be based on GTA. Furthermore this is the only official documentary that I found on gaming, specifically because it had GTA in it. 

2) What difficulties did you face in producing this recreation?

When creating the recreation, getting the camera angles was a problem as we had a faulty tripod. The lighting was also a problem as we filmed when it was dark outside, so there was no natural lighting, thus we had to use artificial lighting, which created a different feel and didn't match the lighting in the recreation. 

3) What are the strengths of the production?

I would say that the strengths of my recreation were that I got the script right and the lines were easy to say, thus making it more like the original. Also I think that the fact that I was able to get the original archive material, also added to my recreation.

4) What aspects would you look to improve?

When making my actual production I will ensure that I film at the correct time so that I can get the lighting right, I will also make sure that the equipment that we use isn't broken. Furthermore there will be a lot more planning that happens before I start filming so that it reduces the amount of mistakes that are made.

5) What lessons will you take from this process that will help you with your main production?

- Plan before filming 

- To check all the equipment 

- Rehearse lines more

- Make my production look more professional.