This mood board I feel reflects the elements of my characterisation in the film, therefore each picture signifies either an emotion, characteristic or thought of my character Jasmine.Below I have outlined why I have used a particular image :
Angel- This signifies the angelic nature of Jasmine as she is generous, innocent and does her up most to help other people with the generosity of her heart.The pose here is of a young child, whoms hands are clasped together as though she is praying in a slightly sketchy/watercolour/artistic effect.The use of the backdrop makes the angel glow resembling the purity of her heart.Perhaps we could have a shot where this is replicated within our own composition, through a church shot as though I am praying for hope or forgiveness.
Laughing woman- She appears as though she is carefree and the background has been blurred so that she is the predominant focus of the frame.However she has been offcentered and is slightly tilted away from the camera which suggests that she doesn't like to be the centre of attention, as her responsibilities lie in family and household the traditional gender roles of a past society, so of course she is old fashioned.It could also represent how she is thrown aside for another woman.Perhaps we could have all of my shots offcentered to express this ideology.
Daisy- This closeup of a daisy is simplistic in its presentation and is held by a faceless child which represents the notion that although Jasmine tries to be a good wife for Tom , she is ignored in her pursuits and thus she is an obscured identity- she is a mistake to him that should have never happened and now he loves her best friend.
Venerable- The use of the t-shirt entailing the usage of the word 'vunerable' is illustrated in black block capitals, to enhance the venerability factor of my character, which relates to the gullibility of me being able to trust my husband and best friend, despite them both being turned against me through the love they have for each other.Again the use of the faceless identity represents this symbolism that I am overlooked.
eye- I would really like images of eyes to be a symbol motif throughout the teaser to display different emotions, as well as being an intriguing effect.We could do so many effects such as Black and white, sepia etc which can be done through Adobe Photo shop.This is shown through the two eyes which I have included here.
person giving money-this black and white shot entails an artistic effect, the focal point of it being the hands clasped together bearing resemblance to a heart, suggesting that she has a pure honest heart but also that she is generous( through the money that is in her palm).We should experiment with types of shots that can represent the generosity of my heart, perhaps by giving money to the homeless in a very quick shot.
Courageous-the word is against a purple background which enhances the flames bursting out of it suggesting although I am docile by instinct if I am betrayed I will succumb the hurt and do my best to cope in the agony perceived of me.
tree in hand- This represents hope for a better future or perhaps represents the insignificance of my character in comparison to Aimee as I am viewed in a derogatory manner by my husband in favour for my best friend.The use of lighting is important here as the tree has been set against a bright sunny background which shows that although I am overlooked I do my best to prove my dominance in the society in which I live in.
person giving to the homeless- The little child is giving to the homeless which suggests that an innocence of nature allows the goodness and purity of a heart.This over the shoulder shot although of course will not be a homeless shot, is to be replicated often in our own film, so its important that we look at the framing of the shot, in order to achieve the best effect.
resourceful - this expresses that she does the best with what she is given as well making a positive of a negative situation.For example although I take the discovery badly, the implication is that I will become stronger as a result.
brave- this links in to Brave as I do my best to show that I am not effected by the news as drastically as I should be, as I am being level headed and trying to adapt to the situation.
mask effect face- This expresses that I disguise my true feelings and emotions, to protect myself from what could happen as I don't want to get hurt, it is almost as though it is a protective layer.The writing on it suggests that i am very secretive and keep things to myself.
gun woman- This is to show that if someone hurts me, I will do my best to revenge them as I will not put up with being cheated on, as it goes against the conventions of a traditional marriage which I am a firm believer in.The fact that its pointed towards the screen is an element of postmodernism, which I definitely want to include in our film, to make it more interesting.
baby's foot - this contrasts against the natural delicacy of my character, where the innocence of my mind is extremely evident/apparent.The closeup shows that in some ways I am like a new born- I am dependent on others aka my husband when I should be an independent woman- a modern role.
why? i really like this shot perhaps we could have this as an intertitle but pretend to spray it on so that it appears one by one, making it seem more realistic.The use of graffiti allows hybridity of the genre.
kitten and duck- The kitten appears to be caring for the duck which makes it seem as though my character is maternal, meanig that I feel it is my duty to look after others, even if they dont need it.Therefore it is important that we manage to convey this within our film.
mother and child in kitchen black and white effect- This I have put to implement the kitchen shot as they are both depicting the same denotation- of maternal and caring characteristics.However this one has a black and white effect which makes it seem quite arty.
tree covering- the shrouding of the tree like the mask expresses the secretiveness of my nature, perhaps because I feel that noone would listen if I asked for help.
child and mother playing- this shows the bond I have with people as I am a naturally kind and caring person, but it also shpws my wish for a family which cannot be fufilled at present due to my illness.
