production process

Five stages of production

Development, Pre‑production, Production, Post‑production and Distribution.

Development

Ideas are created and planned.

Pre‑production

Scripts, storyboards and planning documents are completed.

Production

Filming occurs.

Post‑production

Editing, sound and effects are added.

Distribution

The film is shared with audiences.

Intention statement

A document explaining the purpose, message and goals of the film.

Intention statement contents

Genre, theme, purpose, audience and intended effect.

Audience statement

A document identifying the target audience and how the film appeals to them.

Storyboard

A visual plan showing shots before filming.

Purpose of storyboard

To organise shots and plan filming.

Inciting incident

The event that starts the main conflict.

Climax

The most intense moment in the story.

Descending action

Events that occur after the climax.

Resolution

The conclusion where conflicts are solved.