locations

One of the locations we needed was a cafe. This was so we could shoot the scene in which the main character sees his ex with a new partner and causes problems from that point on wards. We are currently looking into the location of Nene Valley Railway - TurnTable Cafe as we have easy access due to being employed by the company. However, there is till no guarantee but this location would be ideal.                                                                                          

The next location we were looking at was the bridge literally next to the cafe. This location would be one of our best options as it means we would be able to film multiple scenes of the narrative and would be a lot easier when it comes to time, equipment and cast. However, the same issue occurs that there is no guarantee due to it being a public attraction. There is also the issue of safety as the company would have to be allowed to let us use the site for personal use and as it being a railway, there will also be safety precautions that need to be taken into place.  

In the chance that we wasn't allowed to use Nene Valley Railway, we looked into other options that were more local for everyone and would regard less ("insert word"). We went to Ferry Meadows and found a bridge that again would be ideal. This location would probably be better in the long run as while it is a public attraction, it isn't owned by anyone in particular. It is always open 24/7 and we would not any permission in order to film there making it more hassle free. The only downside would be getting all the equipment to the location and making sure all the cast will know what bridge it is and there way to the bridge, as there are multiple options within the park.                                                                      

For the intro to our music video, we shoot a scene at a box track after the couple have a fight. We choose a box track as it we considered it to be a creative way to presents the credits. We suggested the credit being on the hills to disappear as the bike went over them. This scene is still in discussion as we are currently struggling to link the bmx track in with the narrative. Although as it is in discussion we did try to find locations in the possibility of using it. Again, for ease we found a track that was local to everyone in Orton, and was quiet the majority of time. 

For the main part of the video we would need a place in which we could film the band performing. This would stick to the conventions of a music video. We tried to contact multiple companies such as a club called "Met Lounge". Due to having connections with a band who play there a lot we were told we may be allowed in during a sound check. The only down side to this was that it wasn't until January and so would be out of our time limit. We have still kept the opportunity available as if there is a chance at a later date, we considered filming some of it and using the footage to present an audience watching the band. 

As we were struggling for locations for the band due to companies needing payment out of a budget we didn't have, or being fully booked, we decided the school would have to be a last resort; even if it wasn't what we wanted. We looked at the main hall, (which now has black background and curtains)  and the drama studio. To match the codes and conventions of a rock music video, the main hall is a room in which we really didn't want to use, as it is clear to the audience it is a school not a arena etc. However, the drama studio would be useful as it is spacious, has lighting, has a stage, and would help us to convey a real music video without much difficulty. These locations are not ideal for our initial idea but will work if needed.