Digital Media Productions
Gyo
Week 4
Immersive Storytelling
Bringing people together:
Films, whether psychological thrillers, romances, or comedies, are a huge part of our everyday lives. The film industry is constantly evolving and growing with each passing day. Movies not only reflect society but also shape it. They influence society by altering how certain groups or issues are portrayed, challenging the moral views of the audience, and even changing how viewers think. These changes in attitude often lead to changes in behavior as well.
Giving a voice to the ones that don't have one:
Amnesty International launched its “virtual reality
Aleppo” campaign designed to transport people from the streets of Britain to the devastated streets of war-torn Aleppo in Syria. After a week of street fundraisers using the VR viewers, Amnesty says there has been a strong and often emotional response from the public and a 16% increase in people signing up to direct debit donations toward Amnesty’s human rights work.
(2015)
Raising awareness:
"No Stone Unturned" centers around a specific tragedy that took place on June 18, 1994. On that evening, locals gathered at a small bar in the village of Loughinisland, County Down, to watch the World Cup match between Ireland and Italy. The atmosphere inside was lively with cheers as the game unfolded. Meanwhile, outside, a car parked, with the driver remaining inside. Two armed men then entered the bar, and one of them opened fire with an assault rifle, tragically killing six people.
What is a beat sheet:
A beat sheet is a simple outline used by writers to plan the main events or "beats" of a story. Each "beat" represents a key moment or turning point in the plot, such as a character making a big decision or an important event happening. Think of it like a roadmap for the story, where the writer lays out the major moments in order to help guide the flow of the story from start to finish. It helps ensure the story has a clear structure and pacing.
Beat sheet example:
