Audience Feedback

After screening our documentary to an audience, we asked for feedback in regards to

different elements of a film and the response we received was healthy amount of both
positive praise, and constructive criticism.

Positive Comments

Cinematography- One of the most common positive mentions we received was in
reference to the cinematography of the documentary and the different use of shot
types we adopted. One scene in particular that received a lot of praise was the
interview scene. The shallow depth of field, excellent lighting and the great mise-en-
scene established by the classroom lead to the scene looking great; which is the
feedback we received from the audience.











Host and Participant Another element that the audience loved was how
approachable and friendly the host and participant seemed to be. Both the two
characters came across to the audience well, which gave way to effective story telling
because the audience felt that the onscreen cast were relatable and accessible.
Editing- The audience enjoyed the editing suggesting that it was smooth and felt
realistic. A further mention was given again to the interview scene because the editing
allowed for effective and logical conversation between the host and the participant.

Negative Comments

Audio- One of the most commented upon elements of the documentary was the audio.
The biggest issues the audience pointed out were the same areas that I recognised that
the audio was not up to the standard we were hoping. These issues occurred due to
such factors as a plane flying over, and the use of the gym equipment caused a loud
enough noise for the audience to struggle to hear the narration of the host.

Handheld- A few members of the audience made a comment about the use of
handheld cameras to shot the establishing shots and the narrators first pitch to
camera. Some members of the audience felt that many of the handheld shots were too
distracting and disruptive and took away from the effectiveness of how the overall
narrative was communicated to the audience.