Okay so here's the deal: Genre

 

    From the beginning, Sof and I knew we wanted to do a short film. Even though we didn't know the list of options we had to choose from, we quickly decided on a short film as I think it gives us the full capacity to dive into an interesting story and play with editing and filming techniques. Our initial ideas revolved around emulating the same energy of specific productions we love, with the hard part being that we love so many different movies and series!!! Here is some information on a short film in general and on some genres we are interested in further diving into/ seriously considering for our own production:

Short Film Info

              From: 7 Things To Know About Making Short Films! (Friday 101, YouTube)

•     Duration: 40 mins or less with credits ( Preferred: 10-15 mins)
•     Develop important content slightly quickly/ don't drag out for too long (limited time)
•     Speak through visuals; dialogue doesn't have to be main form of communication to audience (SHOW DON'T TELL)
•     Experiment with production techniques
•     Keep central focus throughout piece (one character, scenario, etc...)

Coming of age

•     Characters: Growth/ development in some aspect (psychology, physiology/ physicality, sociology...)
•     Setting: Realistic and relatable/ recognizable to general audience
•     Production choices: Visuals to convey meaning (SHOW DON'T TELL)
•     Themes: identity, friendship, self-discovery...

Common example of plot: Identity transformation from teenager to adult (adolescence)

Personal ex: Call Me By Your Name

    

Comedy

More info for comedy in films: Film Genres and their Conventions

•     Characters: Specific characterizations/ more individualized
•     Specific beats/ narrative turns
•     Setting: Many locations (where a lot of movement/ interaction can occur; a lot of chances for different types of situations)
•     Represented tropes (sense of familiarity, characterized character dynamics)
•     Props that can drive scenarios
•     Themes: Irony, familiarity

Personal ex: (Dramady) A Real Pain

Drama

•     Character: Focus on one or few character's internal journey, emotional development
•     Dialogue reveals character motivations; Authentic
•     Clear central conflict (creates turning point/ drive in plot)
•     Thought provoking/ impactful ending
•     Common production Techniques: Frequent close-ups (get close to character internal state)

Common example of plot: Relationships/ love journey, grief, familial dynamics

Personal ex: Dead Poets Society, Good Will Hunting