Westlake, A, Butler, R 2010, Nikon D3100 Review, Digital Photography Review, Viewed 8 April 2018
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Blue Yeti Studio Mic
The blue yeti is a quality microphone that has a USB connection, unlike other high-end recording devices. Excellent for voiceovers and music, it was the first microphone THX certified. Practical, affordable and studio quality microphone rich in sound, the only cons are physical ones and maybe picking up to much noise.   

Peter, 2015, Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone Review, Microphone Geeks, Viewed 8 April 2018

<http://microphonegeeks.com/blue-microphones-yeti-usb-microphone-review/>

 
After reading reviews about the equipment I've chosen for this project, it has highlighted some weaknesses. The DSLR can only film up to 4GB files (short Videos) and the microphone I've chosen might pick up more background noise. These are a few issues I will have to look at in pre-production before I start filming. 

Testing my equipment beforehand in some situations will give me a better idea of what I can achieve with the skills I currently have. The strengths thus far would be full HD video. The small files might help in the editing phase and the different options on the DSLR might be helpful in filming with poor light. 

ACT #1

The wind blows harshly over the scared land, while the sun above burns the ground. Nothing of value grows here, this unforgiving place known as the Deadzone holds many secrets, one just beyond the horizon. A great forest remains forgotten but never lost. An empty field stretching deep into the tree line reveals how dense the forest has become. This sets the tone for the weary traveller who stands in front unthreatened by the dangers before him, as if he’s inviting death to challenge him. The traveller only known as Vagabond moves forward. Noticing the light fading in the distance, he pushes further into the forest and away from any path that might have been there. Alone with night falling Vagabond is unaware of what’s to come, stumbling from the debris on the ground he encounters a strange man who offers him a place to rest. Deciding to take the offer, Vagabond rests by the fire setting in motion the Bandit’s plan. 

ACT #2

With the temperature dropping rapidly and the animals of the night coming out, Vagabond takes rest beside the fire. Unphased by the Bandit’s intentions sitting across from him, he settles in for the night. The strange man begins to talk, building tension between the two. He offers Vagabond food as a gesture of faith to ease any doubt in Vagabond’s mind. Even though his plan had already begun when Vagabond accepted the tainted meat, he unknowingly became his next victim. The Bandit distracts Vagabond by telling stories until the poison took effect. Vagabond suddenly coughs up blood, he knew he had made a mistake. The Bandit admits his plan to kill him and challenges Vagabond, thinking he has the upper hand. But the Bandit ultimately fails by the sword and Vagabond’s deadly skills wielding it. Collapsing after the duel vagabond falls into a fever like dream. “Fever Dream” Where he remembers his wife being murdered, sending him on this quest to save himself from his inner demons.

ACT #3

Sunlight flickering through the tree tops, down onto Vagabond’s face. The morning sun blinding him, a refreshing feeling after the night he had. Taking a moment to reflect he moves onward as if learning a lesson. Beyond the forest he reaches his destination. Where his wife’s grave lays and he can finally rest after traveling for so long. 

Lighting -  I will need to invest time into some test shots before I make a final decision, but natural light won’t be a problem. I’ll have to compensate shooting in dusk for my night scene as I won’t have the option to bring my own lighting into Kuipto forest. Space won’t be an issue just power and the fact I don’t own lighting, I have looked into some work arounds due to this problem and I hope my shots don’t suffer for it.  

Sound -The environment I’ll be shooting in will be quiet, and away from traffic and noise. I will have to be conscious of myself and surroundings to keep it as naturalas possible. I will relay heavily on two forms of audio recording, the D3100 camera itself and the Blue yeti studio microphone. The sound will be important in most scenes so I will need to do tests before hand to make sure I don’t waste time on the day/night of filming. 

Support – The campsite facilities at Kuipto forest will be the centre point, I have decided to use this space as my base of operation due to location and moveability. Spending more time onsite I will be able to get the best possible shots with the limited time I have, thus giving me more room to move in other areas of filming. Since I will be camping I have to bring food, water and power with me so I can charge equipment and edit each day of filming. 

Other – Since Kuitpo Forest is open to the public I won’t need to secure permission to film on site, there will also be free parking that is easily accessible. Security is minimal as the campsite is open 24/7 but due to location it won’t be a problem. Rehearsal and props will also be fine due to the remoteness of site.

OH&S - Mobiles will be on hand encase of any emergency throughout the filming process  

Bandit - (30)
Born in the year of Tatsu (Dragon) - People born in the year of the dragon are healthy. energetic, excitable, short-tempered and stubborn. However, they are honest, sensitive, brave and can inspire trust in most anyone. They are the most peculiar of the 12 signs of the Zodiac cycle.

Bandit is an assassin, he has similar professional life to Vagabond with their stories being more interconnected than you think. However, the Bandit has no moral compass and is driven by his desire to kill. You could say he is the enforcer for the other side, a killer and a thief. he has no loyalty except to himself. He's a professional for hire and his next job will connect him to his first.

Bandit is brawny and shorter than Vagabond. The Bandit uses tactics like deception and poison to gain the advantage in his encounters to make up for his lack of speed. His look is cleaner than of Vagabond, he has strong features, piercing eyes and a full beard. He is the villain of this story and ultimately pushes Vagabond to his next chapter of life.

KIRA (Wife) - (22)
Born in the year of Hitsuji (Sheep) - People born in the year of the sheep are elegant, highly accomplished in the arts, passionate about nature. At first glance, they seem to be better off then the people born in other years. They are deeply religious and passionate in whatever they do and believe in.

Kira was Vagabond's wife. She was of noble birth to the house of Dragons. Kira was young and beautiful with an hourglass figure. She had long hair and large innocent hazel eyes. Kira was brought up with traditional values and continued to live by these values. Kira loved Vagabond passionately and unconditionally, she never judged him for his past. She was a subservient wife and stayed home to tend to his every need. Her greatest joy was being a wife and she hoped to be a mother one day soon.

Their home was modest and comfortable. She spent her spare time painting and playing the flute. While Vagabond was away working he left her with trusted eunuchs to protect and help her. One night while preparing for Vagabond's return an intruder broke into their home and with the skill of a trained assassin brutally killed Kira and her servants. Kira was wearing a silk night kimono.