Class 9b
Theatre, Stagecraft and Film Project
Some of the ACE Year 9 pupils have been working with Chris Beaumont from The Brain Charity on a project incorporating prop making, filming and recording.
Paranormal Activity at ACE
Today, students from classes 9A and 9B participated in an exciting and engaging enrichment activity focused on exploring paranormal activities. The session allowed students to get creative and use a variety of media techniques to design and film their own paranormal scenes.
Activity Overview:
Students began by experimenting with different methods to create supernatural effects. They worked with magnetism to make objects move, utilized fishing wire to create the illusion of moving cups, and experimented with lighting techniques to set the perfect eerie atmosphere. These hands-on activities helped students understand how special effects and props are used in media production to create suspense and mystery.
The highlight of the day was when students collaborated to construct and film a palm reading movie scene. The scene was filled with paranormal occurrences, and the students applied their newfound skills to make it as convincing and thrilling as possible. The use of special effects, combined with lighting and sound, added a truly immersive element to the production.
Skills Developed:
Throughout the activity, students were able to enhance their media skills by:
- Designing and building sets
- Manipulating light and shadow for effect
- Using various props to create movement and surprise
- Collaborating in groups to develop and film a narrative
The activity provided an opportunity for creativity and teamwork, and all students thoroughly enjoyed the process of bringing their ideas to life on film.