Hi,
I've been looking into the writing style of Judd Apatow in order to give our film the sort of edge he provides. I'm a big fan of his work, mostly because it is so unique and definitive compared to the usual comedies that are produced by american cinema. His work has a constant underlying dry tone which really strikes a note with british and american audience's alike. If this sort of humor can be achieved in our opening then this could help contribute towards a higher grade.
Another element consistent in Judd Apatow films is a likeable main character, the 'loveable loser' that takes the role of the protagonist. Examples are Seth Rogen in 'Pineapple Express' and Steve Carell in 'The 40 year old virgin'. Our protagonist should have the same charm that these characters have so the audience can connect with them, the only problem with this is we do not want any dialogue in this opening scene, so we have to portray his character using non-verbal communication.
Just some food for thought.
Molly, Connor, Sam
good place to start, but you need to engage in the debate about how 'America' itself is represented in these films.
ReplyDeleteThen apply the way you analyse the presentation of 'America' to the way you intend to present a England/Britain, through the Judd Apatow lense. Without thinking through these 'heavy' and 'demanding' themes, you won't be able to get that A grade