Storyboard Project

Your are to construct a storyboard from a scene of your choosing in ​Rita Hayworth and
Shawshank Redemption​, or a different novel of your choice. Ignore the way the scene was shot
or adapted for the feature film, and draw the scene the way you visualize it happening on
screen. You will need to choose ​one​ excerpt and draw at least ​ten ​shots. You may work with a
partner, but no groups larger than two people. Your storyboard can be hand drawn to the best
of your ability. The storyboard should effectively capture your intention. You should complete a
draft before beginning your storyboard, and all required information must be labeled on the
storyboard. This is your chance to demonstrate your understanding of cinematic and literary
elements in film. It will serve as your vocabulary test. You must also include a reflection on the
project.
DUE: A day - October
Steps in the Assignment:

1. Carefully read the scene or section of text you have chosen.

2. Write a brief summary and description of your intention and begin sketching out shots on
the draft worksheet (do not spend a huge amount of time on the drawings - your use of
terminology will be more important).
3. Be sure that your shots follow logically from one to another in sequence, as they would
appear on the screen. If you plan on having time pass or changing locations, be sure to
use a fade/dissolve or an establishing shot.
4. Begin drawing for the storyboard. Allow yourself plenty of time for this step. Complete
all of the required information (framing, angles, movement, lighting, dialogue, sound,
editing) and be certain that it corresponds to your pictures. Assemble your storyboard in
whatever form will work best for you: poster board, book form, etc.
5. Write a reflective essay that addresses the following questions (you only need one if you
are working with a partner). Total response should be 1 page.
a. Select TWO shots from your storyboard and explain what words or phrases led you to
visualize them the way that you did.
b. What are TWO significant differences between the written and the visual text? Why did
you make these changes?
c. Overall, what were some of the EFFECTS that you were trying to achieve throughout
your scene, and what specific cinematic techniques and theatrical elements helped you
to achieve these effects?
d. Fully describe the SOUND in your scene. What diegetic and non-diegetic sound would
you use? When? Why?

Grading of Project:
1. Effective use of cinematic techniques 5
2. Correct identification of terminology 5
3. Reflection 5