Planning+2+-+Research

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Previous Lesson

Lesson Objectives

 * Know which actors would be suited to your characters
 * Understand why actors become "typecast"
 * Be able to flesh out your characters and choose suitable actors

Starter


Write down the names of the main characters in The Simpsons and three words to describe each one.

If a movie were being filmed, with real actors which actors would you use for each character?

TASK
YOU will be creating a film for your coursework and completing pre-production of this film - write a 200 word synopsis telling me about your film. Include


 * TITLE
 * GENRE
 * MAIN CHARACTERS
 * OVERVIEW OF PLOT

Task
List your own characters and their traits - flesh them out a little so you understand more about each one.

Research to find actors who commonly appear in films of your genre - find actors for each of your characters and explain why they would be good for the role.

Plenary
Peer evaluation - swap your character profile with your neighbour and give each other feedback about their choices, do you understand their characters? Do you think their actors are good choices?

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