Camera filters - research

In the first scene of the film, many different types of filters could be used to show that this scene is a flashback and isn't set in present day. Here are some filters I have researched and believe could be suitable for our film's flashback scene:

Polarizing filter:

• can be used to darken overly light skies.
• increases contrast between clouds and the sky
• results in more saturated, vibrant colours.

this filter may not be appropriate as it makes images more colourful and vibrant, which isn't a factor included in horror conventions.

Diffuser:

• create soften images
• gives an 'enchanting' or 'dreamy' effect on images
• usually used to make wrinkles and blemishes less noticable.

may be suitable for our film, as it would give the flashback a surreal and dreamy affect to it, which may be needed to infer to the audience that the scene is a flashback. However, due to the fact it is usually used to conceal blemishes, it may not work quite right.

fog filters:

•  creates a fog effect
• lowers contrast, sharpness of image may be affected.
• heavier grades can create unnatural effects for things such as fantasy scenes.

this effect would be appropriate for our film as it will help imply to the audience that they are watching a flashback scene, it also helps promote the horror film conventions. (as shown in the image on the left hand side). It could also be used in the title sequence to add an eery feel to the film.

Sepia filters

• commonly used to show flashbacks or historical event scenes
• works well with fog filter to give softer effect

this filter would be sutiable to use, as it is most commonly used in flashback scenes. However, in my opinion it has been overused in a lot of films and tv shows, and we should take a different approach to creating a good mood for a flashback scene in our film.