Unit 22 - P2 - Developed Idea's

 Unit 22 - P2 - Developed Idea's

Initial Mindmap:

Developed Ideas Mind-map 1:

Positives of this idea:

• Introduction of characters 
• Introduction of main, important themes and archetypes
• Sets the scene of the narrative 
• Introduces dilemmas and narrative story arch 

Negatives of this idea: 

• Use of CGI may not be able to be used
• Range of characters is complex
• Simple opening, may not completely interest certain audiences
• Filming settings may be difficult to film
• Large list of characters and background characters/props
• Need to use animals to create this part of the episode 

Developed Ideas Mind-map 1:

Developed Idea's Mind-map 2: 

Developed Idea's Mind-map 2:

Positives of this idea:

• Development of characters 
• Climax of narrative
• Use of CGI 'magic' and supernatural elements that may interest the audience 
• Development of hero's/heroines and villains

Negatives of this idea:

• CGI elements will be high on budget 
• Numerous actors will need to be involved 
• Script is complex and may not be understood fully by the audience from a small snippet

Chosen Idea:

My chosen idea is my first developed idea's mind-map, this being the ending scenes of the first episode of the series. I feel this is the best possible way to introduce the audience to the narrative as it introduces all characters, themes, relationships and climatic events in the first episode. The Brief we have been given, seen below, implied that a Leeds based company has secured funding that will allow me to create a short sequence for the show I pitched previously (Unit 21). This trailer has to be between 10-15 minutes in total, it has asked me to write a screenplay around my chosen sequence for the trailer.

I feel this is the strongest idea as again, it introduces clearly the key characters of the show as well as important events and themes that will drive the show's narrative arc. This is the strongest idea as the audience will get a sense of the elements involved that is directed to their specific target audience wants, such as the stereotypical teenage girl drama, supernatural themes/events in a narrative, friendships and romance. This will peak the interest of the audience as it sets up the narrative for what is to come, the use of the 'supernatural', a theme specific for my target audience, will engross them as well as the likability of the chosen characters. As the target audience is a group of female and male teens, (16-18), the stereotypical genre they are most interested in is drama romance, as the show incorporates romance and drama itself, therefore, they will be drawn to watch it. To add to this, there is a strong sense of a 'supernatural' element within the series, as my target audience is deeply interested in this and have previously watched shows/movies with this element, it will appeal to them. Although it is not the strongest part of the narrative, this being the climax ending, I feel it is a great setup of the show and the characters that will appeal to the audience without giving too much away. It subtly showcases the themes incorporated into the show and allows the audience an idea of it's concepts. As the first episode ends on a cliff hanger, this being to draw the audiences intention to the next episode, the ending of the 15 minute snippet will end on a cliff hanger as well; this being done to draw the audience in further and ponder what will happen next.