Continuity in our music video

Our 2nd day of shooting was cancelled today due to bad weather. Errors in continuity can ruin the illusion of realism and therefore create an amateur feel. For shooting the outside shots, we need a relatively clear day with the sun low in the sky. This is because just before Hammad walks outside the front door there is sun on his face and sunlight shining through the window.

In the event of this happening today I will discuss other ways in which continuity may affect our music video.

Costume

Hammad wears a denim jacket, green hoodie, white t-shirt, black jeans and converse. As well as finer details which include jewellery such as rings and necklaces.

   

It is therefore important to ensure he wears these exact same things so it gives the impression that it is the same day rather than shot on multiple days.

Props

Although this may seem unimportant, the bag that Hammad put the clothes into is clear and unbranded. We therefore need to ensure the bag we use for the 2nd day of shooting is also clear, because it would not make sense for him to walk out of the door and his bag has changed colour.

Thankfully we don't have many props which should therefore make it easier to stay consistent in this area. Also, the fact that Hammad will only have the props he takes with him from the inside shots to outside shots.

Editing

Continuity editing is very important in creating realism- having a smooth flow to each shot can make actions feel real rather than constructed. 

One technique I have used so far to help with continuity editing is match of action. Match of action is where the editor cuts from one shot to another view that matches the first shot's action. Here is an example of where I use it:

Another continuity editing technique I could include in the music video is cross cutting (because we intent to use flashbacks). Cross cutting establishes a relationship between two subjects by cutting from one to another.