iMovie Project Guidelines

iMovie Project

Project Description

This iMovie project is designed to tap into your creative and technical skill. In reinterpreting the scene in the book and drafting a script to be filmed, edited, scored and, ultimately, screened by your peers, it is your task to choose a scene for its dramatic impact as well as its importance to the overall story. Avoid the temptation to choose a scene based on its vulgarities, i.e. a fight.


Advanced (4-5) Proficient (3) Basic (2) Below Basic (0-1)

The following describe what would need to be done to receive a score of 4 or 5

Script
Script accurately replicates the scene upon which it is based; Any additions (action and dialogue) to the scene are relevant and move the scene forward in a meaningful way; Narration is used only when action or dialogue can’t achieve same result; Script follows the format provided; On time; Cover page with original title and names of all group members; copy is emailed to me: lmullen@phila.k12.pa.us

Video
All shots on the storyboard or shot list appear on film; Film contains close-ups, medium shots, long shots and a variety of camera angles; Zooms in or out are smooth, not jerky; Film is smooth, not shaky;

Editing
Opening credits including original title; transitions used between shots in the scene; closing credits; no misspellings; voice-overs and narration are properly synched; volume is loud enough and maintains a consistent level

Score
An original score is created using Garage Band; The score reflects and enhances the mood of the action on the screen; Music is layered and instruments blend well together; any songs chosen must relate to the theme, main idea, or time period of your scene

Production
Producer communicates well with her team and with the teacher; Team pulls together; There is a clear plan of action; Time is used efficiently; All materials, props, copies of script are available when needed; Extras and actors know when they are needed and are ready to go;