ANIMA

A short film
 CONTENTS

SCRIPT Pages 2-5

STORYBOARDS Pages 6-8

LOCATION RECCES Pages 9-20

CAST & CREW Page 21

ACTOR CONFIRMATIONS Pages 22-24

PROPS LIST Page 25

COSTS LIST Page 26

SOUND TABLE Page 27

EQUIPMENT LIST Page 28

CONTINGENCY PLANS Page 29

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 SCRIPT
EXT. BENCH BY RIVER (EVENING/SUNSET)
THE ENERGY OF THIS SCENE IS HAZY AND CALM, WITH A RHYTHMIC
SONG PLAYING IN THE BACKGROUND. 2 TEENAGE GIRLS ARE SAT ON A
BENCH LOOKING OUT TO THE RIVER. THE PURPLE HAIRED GIRL, EVELYN
MONROE, LOOKS OVER TO FACE THE OTHER, ANAYA BURTON, WITH A
SLIGHTLY UNEASED SMILE. ANAYA APPEARS CONFIDENT AND UPLIFTED,
WHILST EVELYN IS NERVOUS AND FIDGETY.

ANAYA (V.O)

That’s me, Anaya. Beside me sits a friend, an old

friend of mine. To be honest I never thought we
would get to this point, but here we are.

EXT. COLLEGE CAMPUS (DAYTIME)

ANAYA IS WALKING UP A HILL WITH HER SCHOOL STUFF IN HAND, SHE
HAS A NERVOUS FACIAL EXPRESSION AND IS LOOKING AROUND AT THE
CAMPUS. SHE LOOKS UP TO SEE EVELYN AT THE TOP OF THE HILL, WHO
IS LAUGHING AND TALKING TO SOMEONE ELSE, AND ANAYA’S FACIAL
EXPRESSION SOFTENS WITH HOPE TO FIND A NEW FRIEND.

ANAYA (V.O)

Evelyn Monroe was my best-friend, she was my rock

throughout the difficult years of college. Lynn is
one of those people who is always at the right place
at the right time, and so us meeting felt fated to
be.

WHEN EVELYN NOTICES HER, SHE WAVES FOR HER TO COME OVER WITH A
SMILE.

INT. COLLEGE CORRIDORS

EVELYN IS GUIDING ANAYA THROUGH THE COLLEGE; THEY WALK DOWN A
CORRIDOR AND ARE CHATTING AND LAUGHING. WHEN THEY STOP AT
EVELYN’S CLASSROOM, SHE HUGS HER AND LEAVES TO ENTER THROUGH
THE DOOR.

ANAYA
She was kind, and helpful.

EXT. A HILL (AFTERNOON)

THE 2 GIRLS ARE WEARING BACKPACKS, WITH A PICNIC BLANKET TIED
AROUND EVELYN’S. THEY ARE WALKING UP A HILL AND ANAYA
STRUGGLES A BIT, THIS IS WHERE EVELYN OFFERS HER A HAND AND
THE 2 MAKE IT TO THE TOP.

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 ANAYA
She was brave, and adventurous.

EXT. RIVER PIER (AFTERNOON)

THE TWO ARE SAT ON A PIER OVERLOOKING A RIVER. EVELYN IS
SMOKING A CIGARETTE AND PASSES IT TO ANAYA.

ANAYA
She was also different to the friends I’d had in the
past.

EXT. TOP OF A HILL (AFTERNOON)

THIS SCENE CONTINUES FROM WHEN THE GIRLS WERE BACKPACKING. WE
SEE NOW THAT THEY WERE CLIMBING TO THE TOP TO SET UP A PICNIC,
THE BLANKET FOR EARLIER IS LAID OUT ON THE FLOOR WITH SNACKS
AND DRINKS SPREAD OUT OVER IT.

ANAYA
I bonded with her quickly- trusted her completely. I
felt that a friendship like ours was meant to last
forever. I mean how could it not after all that we
went through, you know?

EXT. SKATEPARK (AFTERNOON)

THE GIRLS ARE LAUGHING, DRINKING, SMOKING WITH A SMALL GROUP
OF OTHER FRIENDS. THERE IS A SPEAKER POSITIONED IN THE MIDDLE
OF THEM BLASTING MUSIC- WHICH WE CAN FAINTLY HEAR. WE SEE THE
SCENE THROUGH ANAYA’S POINT OF VIEW ASWELL, WHICH IS QUITE
DRUNK AND THEREFORE DOUBLE VISIONED. SHE WATCHES EVELYN
INTERACT WITH THE REST OF THE GROUP.

ANAYA
I loved her company, and all of the places that we
ended up. She pushed me out of my comfort zone,
driving me to experience all of the wonders of
teenagerhood that I’d otherwise be too scared to
face.

THE SCENE FADES OUT INTO AN ECHO, THE MUSIC BEGINS TO FADE
ASWELL.

EXT. SKATEPARK (EVENING)

ANAYA IS SAT IN THE SAME LOCATION, HOWEVER ALONE. THE ENERGY
OF THIS SCENE IS POLAR OPPOSITE TO THE PREVIOUS EXCITING AND
FUN SITUATION. THE LIGHTING IS COLD AND ANAYA HAS AN EMPTY
FACIAL EXPRESSION.

ANAYA
I miss that.

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A FAST-PACED REWIND EFFECT OCCURS THAT CYCLES THROUGH THEIR
WHOLE FRIENDSHIP, ZONING INTO THE NEGATIVE PARTS OF THE
FRIENDSHIP.

EXT. SKATEPARK (EVENING)

AN ADDITIONAL SCENE FROM THE TIME THAT THE GIRLS WERE PARTYING
WITH OTHER FRIENDS, AN INTIMATE SHOT OF EVELYN AND ANAYA
TALKING.

EVELYN
Dudee loosen up a little, you’re kinda killing the vibe

ANAYA
Yeah, you’re right, sorry.

EXT. COLLEGE CLASSROOM

A MEDIUM SHOT OF THE 2 SAT AT A DESK WITH THEIR CLASSWORK OUT
IN FRONT OF THEM, AMBIENT SOUND OF THE CLASSROOM IN THE
BACKGROUND. ANAYA IS TALKING, TRYING TO GOSSIP.

ANAYA
So, she did all of that, she led him on, and then
just told him that she didn’t even like him?

EVELYN NODS BUT DOESN’T RESPOND.

ANAYA
I’m just like sure yeah okay, sleep with a guy first
and then tell him that he’s not your type.

EVELYN BEGINS TO PUT EARPHONES IN, BEFORE SHE PUTS THE SECOND
ONE IN ANAYA SPEAKS AGAIN.

ANAYA
You get me, right? That’s just stupid.

EVELYN (disinterested)
Yeah, yeah… that’s mental.

ANAYA FROWNS BUT DOESN’T INTERROGATE HER MORE.

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EXT. BRICK WALL
THE FRIENDS ARE SAT ON TOP OF A WALL DURING A BREAK. THEY ARE
SHARING A PAIR OF EARPHONES AND LIP-SYNCING/ SINGING SOFTLY TO
THE SONG. EVELYN TAKES OUT A PACK OF CIGARETTES.

ANAYA
Can I have a fag too?

EVELYN REACTS IN AN UNUSUAL WAY, WHICH SURPRISES ANAYA. SHE

DOESN’T APPEAR AS HAPPY TO SHARE, INHALES SHARPLY, BUT STILL
HANDS ONE OVER.

ANAYA
Thanks…

EVELYN
All good.

ANAYA (V.O)
There was a shift in our friendship, yet I couldn’t
figure out where it came from. It seemed like she
just got bored of me.

EXT. UNSPECIFIED STREET

A SHOT OF EVELYN LOOKING AGITATED, ROLLING HER EYES AND
SHAKING HER HEAD

EVELYN (in a frustrated tone)

I just need a break. I need some space from you.

DOLLY ZOOM CENTRED SHOT OF ANAYA’S FACE, EMPHASISING THE SHOCK

AND CONFUSION ON HER FACE.

ANAYA (speechless)
Uh… I… Mhm.

ANAYA (v.o)
Where did this come from? What did I do? What the fuck?

EXT. AROUND THE SKATEPARK (EVENING)

ANAYA IS WALKING AROUND ALONE, CONTINUED FROM THE SCENE
BEFOREHAND. HER HOOD IS UP AND HER MOOD IS LOW.

ANAYA (V.O)
I was in shock. I didn’t want to believe that she meant what
she said.

FADE TO BLACK.

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STORYBOARDS

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 LOCATION RECCE 1- Winter Hill

Type of room/area:
Field and hill
Location Address:
Cookham, Maidenhead

Sat Nav details (Post

code):
SL6 9TN

Nearest Train Station:

Cookham Train Station
Nearest Bus stop:

Site contact name and contact Availability

N/A 24/7

Permissions

N/A

Suitability / shots for production (scene numbers)

Used in core memories montage scene, split up into 2 different scenes.

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Lighting Information: Solutions:

I have to rely on natural lighting Midday is too bright and would make my
shots flat, therefore I must organise to
shoot around sunrise or sunset.

Sound Information: Solutions:

No dialogue I am using background music for this

portion of scenes

Power Information Solutions:

No power available since I am filming My camera batteries must be charged

outdoors beforehand, and to have spares as
necessary

Hazards Solutions:

Cars, people, weather We must be aware of the road that is

close to the shooting location. I have to
frame the shots away from where people
could be walking, and also be aware that I
may need to pause if there are passers
by. There has been a lot of rain recently
and forecasted for one of the filming
weeks, meaning that the area may be
muddy- we must be careful.

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LOCATION RECCE 2- Marlow Rugby Club

Type of room/area:
Bench outside sports
club
Location Address:
Riverwoods Drive,
Marlow
Sat Nav details (Post
code):
SL7 1QU
Nearest Train Station:
Marlow Train Station
Nearest Bus stop:
Foxes piece

Site contact name and contact Availability

General Enquiries contact is Robert
Clayton 07899060680 24/7

Permissions

The area that I am planning to film in is just outside the club, meaning that I don’t
need permissions to film there.

Suitability / shots for production (scene numbers)

First and last scene, showing the time that the 2 friends meet again.

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Lighting Information: Solutions:

Relying on natural lighting Midday is too bright and would make my

shots flat, therefore I must organise to
shoot around sunrise or sunset.

Sound Information: Solutions:

I have to record some dialogue Requires calm weather conditions, no

wind or precipitation. I also need to
borrow a mic from the college in order to
record the dialogue.

Power Information Solutions:

No power available since it is outdoors Camera batteries and spares must be

previously charged, and the mic would
connect to the camera for power

Hazards Solutions:

People walking past It is a public space with dog walkers and

passers-by, therefore I should just be
aware of this and pause filming if they
are around.

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 LOCATION RECCE 3- The Henley College

Type of room/area:
College Campus
Location Address:
Deanfield Ave. Henley-
on-Thames
Sat Nav details (Post
code):
RG9 1UH
Nearest Train Station:
Henley-on-Thames train
station
Nearest Bus stop:
Bell street

Site contact name and contact Availability

+44 (0) 1491 579988
I can also contact my teachers via teams During college hours 8-5.
if required.

Permissions

I don’t need permissions to shoot here since I am a student, however I should take
care to not film people that wouldn’t like to be on camera.

Suitability / shots for production (scene numbers)

Opening scene when Anaya and Evelyn meet, and Evelyn shows her around the
college.

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Lighting Information: Solutions:

Natural lighting & fluorescent lighting in I can be filming very early in the morning,
corridors or after lessons finish to get the optimal
lighting. When it comes to what could be
unflattering lighting in the corridors, I
should scout for the best spots

Sound Information: Solutions:

I don’t have to record any sound here N/A

Power Information Solutions:

There are outlets available around college If my batteries aren’t charged, I have
opportunities to charge them here.

Hazards Solutions:

Other students, teachers Filming early morning or after lessons are

complete would help avoid running into
too many people.

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 LOCATION RECCE 4- Skatepark

Type of room/area:
Green hut in skatepark
Location Address:
Higginson park
playground, Marlow
Sat Nav details (Post
code):
SL7 2AE
Nearest Train Station:
Marlow train station
Nearest Bus stop:
Marlow Dean Street Car
Park

Site contact name and contact Availability

N/A 24/7

Permissions

Not required

Suitability / shots for production (scene numbers)

Scene where Anaya and Evelyn are drinking and hanging out with a small group of
close friends.

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Lighting Information: Solutions:

Natural lighting here Midday is too bright and would make my

shots flat, therefore I must organise to
shoot around sunrise or sunset.

Sound Information: Solutions:

I have to record some dialogue Borrowing a mic from college would be

ideal for sound quality

Power Information Solutions:

No power available since it is outdoors Camera batteries and spares must be

previously charged, and the mic would
connect to the camera for power

Hazards Solutions:

People walking past It is a public space with dog walkers and

passers-by, therefore I should just be
aware of this and pause filming if they
are around.

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 LOCATION RECCE 5- College classroom

Type of room/area:
Classroom
Location Address:

Sat Nav details (Post

code):

Nearest Train Station:

Henley-on-Thames train
station
Nearest Bus stop:

Site contact name and contact Availability

+44 (0) 1491 579988
I can also contact my teachers via teams I have to figure this out with my tutor
if required.

Permissions

I have to ask for permission from the tutor that stays in that room

Suitability / shots for production (scene numbers)

1 scene during the montage of the friends falling out.

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Lighting Information: Solutions:

Fluorescent lights on the ceiling These are unflattering, therefore I could

also film during the day and position my
actors in a way that uses the natural
lighting from the window, and/or set up
my own with borrowed equipment.
Sound Information: Solutions:

I have to record dialogue here Borrowing a mic from college

Power Information Solutions:

There are outlets available around college If my batteries aren’t charged, I have
opportunities to charge them here.

Hazards Solutions:

I can’t think of any N/A

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 LOCATION RECCE 6- River pier

Type of room/area:
Pier
Location Address:
Wharfe Lane
Sat Nav details (Post
code):
RG9
Nearest Train Station:
Henley-on-Thames train
station
Nearest Bus stop:
Bell street

Site contact name and contact Availability

n/a 24/7

Permissions

Not required

Suitability / shots for production (scene numbers)

1 Scene that is part of the core memories montage

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Lighting Information: Solutions:

I have to rely on natural lighting Midday is too bright and would make my
shots flat, therefore I must organise to
shoot around sunrise or sunset.

Sound Information: Solutions:

No dialogue I am using background music for this

portion of scenes

Power Information Solutions:

No power available since I am filming My camera batteries must be charged

outdoors beforehand, and to have spares as
necessary

Hazards Solutions:

Cars, people, weather, the river We all have to be careful around here
because it is located next to a busy road,
and also the river is deep and dangerous.
I should plan to film this around good
weather conditions to avoid slip hazards
that could lead to injuries or equipment
damage.

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 CAST & CREW

Person Role Dates Needed

Ellie Campbell Anaya Burton April 10-21st

Evie Jenkins Evelyn Monroe April 10-21st

Izzy Carvalho Back-up for main April 10-21st

characters

TBD Extras for skatepark April 11th

scene

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ACTOR CONFIRMATION 1- ANAYA
BURTON

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ACTOR CONFIRMATION 2- EVELYN
MONROE

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ACTOR CONFIRMATION 3- BACKUP FOR
EITHER ROLE

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 PROPS LIST

Item Item Description Who uses it When it is used

Cigarettes Just a regular cigarette, Evelyn During the

rolled or from a pack core memories
between the
friends
Picnic food Fruits, cakes, and drinks. Anaya and During the
Something homemade Evelyn core memories
that Ellie brings between the
friends
Picnic blanket In a symbolic colour, like Anaya and During the
yellow or purple, and big Evelyn core memories
enough for both friends between the
to sit on friends
Backpacks Bags that look Anaya and During the
somewhat full, to mimic Evelyn core memories
carrying the picnic food between the
friends
Earphones

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 COST SHEET

Item Cost
Picnic food (fruits, drinks, cakes) £25

Cigarettes £10-£12

Total

£37

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 SOUND TABLE

Music/ sound effect Link

Rewind sound effect https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7VPA8SjASU

Classroom ambience https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTL3p8LtzNE

Background music for https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxbeynIfzd8

core memories

Background music for https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiinVuzh4DA

depression sequence

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 EQUIPMENT LIST

Equipment How am I getting it? When is it needed

Canon XA40 Borrowing from college Over the Easter holidays

Tripod I own one All of the shoots

Radio booth Booking it through college After the Easter holidays

Camera mounted Borrowing from college Over the Easter holidays

light + colour filter

Zoom recorder Borrowing from college Most of the shoots,

focused on shoots after
Easter

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 CONTINGENCY PLANS

Potential Problem How to resolve

An actor is ill/ suddenly unavailable I have a backup actress who would
be willing to undertake both roles.

Bad weather on the day of filming On the college campus, I could easily
find sheltered locations to replace
my current ideas. When it comes to
outdoor locations, I wouldn’t be able
to avoid the problem. This makes me
aware to be up to date with weather
forecasting and to prioritise filming
the outdoor scenes whenever the
weather is nice.
Technical problems with camera, sd I have previously had issues with
card, or other equipment. footage due to my sd card and
therefore have replaced it. It would
also be a good idea to have a back
up card, and the camera that I use
has slots for 2. I need to confirm with
my teacher when I get my borrowed
equipment that I know exactly how
to use it- minimising the risk of
damage or poor outcomes.
Running out of time to film Over the Easter holidays I have a lot
of work shifts, in addition to one of
my actors being a co-worker that
also undertakes a lot of hours. I have
requested to assign us more shifts
together in order to maximise time
that we can film. I also need to
produce a clear timetable according
to my actors availabilities in order to
know when I can be filming.

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