‘Love Whiplash’Music Video

By Kelechi, Lian, & Karolina {The Pink Lemonades}

A2 Media: Planning & Ideas.

Target Audience • Teenage Females• Aged between 15 – 19 years of age• Late Secondary School & College Students• Hobbies/Values/Interests;- Very active social life, exploring and finding out intriguing

new things, romance and drama books, mainstream popular music. These females live with their parents.

- Values: Commitment and Devotion in a relationship, Equality between males and females in relation to the concept of Love – each should be respected and maintain loyalty

- Very fond of the opposite sexInterests: Fashion and trends, latest gossip in the media,

friend’s gatherings e.g. shopping with associates, cinema, eating at diners, picnics in the park.

A2 Media: Planning & Ideas.

Target Audience #2• Style:- Skater Skirts- Floral Designed Dresses {feminine wear}- Jean Jackets/Waist-Coats - Pumps, Converse & Vans- Pearls, and Rings- Use of Make-Up {natural toned} {eye-liner, mascara, lipstick}- Hair Accessories/Styles e.g. curling of hair, dip-dyed to reveal her colourful and

bold, artistic character, plaits and braided hair piece

Intertextual References1. Grease Mise-En-Scene: Through costume {floral dresses}, make-up,

the love confliction of ‘Danni {teaser}’ & ‘Sandy {damsel}’.

2. Pillow Talk Beginning of Scene: Protagonists {plus another person} in

each of their rooms, on the phone to each other; two-way and three-way split screen of phone call – triangular.

3. Britney Spears – “Hit Me Baby One More Time” Reference to the video whereby, Spears is seen playing a

school girl – she is waiting for the time to go by {slow motion emplaced}, and tapping on her school desk with her pen, body position is slouched. The female lead singer will re-inact this, as she waits for the lesson to come to an end, and so falls into her day-dream/fantasy.

Intertextual References #24. Roy Linchsteinson Pop-art/comic art work that is famous for it’s recognition and

significance, associated with classical American diners.

5. ‘Down With Love’ 4 Split Screen of the girl walking in blowing kisses to the boy,

therefore, distracts the boy from he’s date. Use

6. Pleasantville. The use of the black and white screen television show.

Meaning behind Music Video Narrative/Concept. • Meaning: Behind Video. Representing the concept of love and relationships

and how they have transformed from decade to decade.

Whiplash; Promoting the idea that falling in love too quickly has it’s disadvantages. It showcases the repercussions of a guy who may use the female opposite to he’s advantages, playing her and teasing her for he’s own false intentions.

1970’s: Referencing and acknowledging the importance of

Feminism, and the rights that were addressed under the revolution.

Narrative: ‘Love Whiplash’Beginning: {50secs} •The scene opens up with an establishing shot of a classroom setting with the female and male characters sitting in class. A lesion is taking part and we get a mid-shot of the protagonist staring into space and then an eye-line match edit is used to show the female looking at the clock which is ticking really slowly (slow motion editing) with that the teachers voice becomes much slower. There is also a shot of her looking at her crush ( the male protagonist) in front of her. There is also an intertextual reference to Britney Spears song “Hit Me Baby One More Time” as she recreates the pencil smacking on the desk. We are then shown a mid-shot of her reading the book, followed by a close up of the book and then as she turns the page of the book she starts to daydream and the next page of the book illustrates her imagination where she sees a split screen shot of her and her crush talking on the phone however she is brought into the 1950’s. The camera goes into that shot and the music starts playing.

The First Two Verses: (1950’s)

Intertextual References: Pillow Talk {movie} The scene opens up with a split screen of both the protagonists picking up the phone and talking in bed (Close up, Mid shots and Long shots are used).•·     The scene changes to a 3 part split screen with another woman on the phone interrupting and flirting with the male character ( Mid shot and close up is used)•·     A box transition effect is used to show a scene of the male protagonist putting on the woman’s coat and opening the door for her (suggestion of him being a gentleman). (Long shot is used).•·     Another box transition effect is used to show a scene of the two protagonists walking hand in hand with a green screen behind them showing the London city scape at night. (Close up, Mid shots and Long shots are used).•·     The male protagonist hands the female red roses and she is blow away and leans in for a hug as he swoops her off her feet (literally).(Close up, Mid shots and Long shots are used).

The Next Three Verses: 1970’s.

Intertextual References: Annie Hall {with subtitles} – scene whereby, protagonists of the film are seen sitting on the bench, engaging in an awkward relationship-based conversation. •The next scene portrays the bench scene from Annie Hall, whereby the lead female singer and the male love interest are sitting on a bench in a park in conversation. A two way shot is used to show this; as well as shot-reverse-shots of them having this exchange in dialogue. •The Use of Subtitles: The male and female protagonists are addressing and discussing the male’s ‘womanising ways’ and the wrong doings of it all. {Use of shot-reverse-shots and two way shots} The lead female singer appears to be singing the verses {mentioned above} towards the male individual. On the screen, it will then display subtitles of how both the girl and the boy really feel – the female protagonist expressing, such as; “Oh, just shut up and kiss me” and ultimately insulting him.•An establishing shot is then used to reveal the female protagonist’s friends/associates {4 of them} appearing to provide support her in the confliction between her and the male love interest. The girls assemble together to attempt to “gang-up” on the guy to ensure that she is getting her point across. Thus, makes a reference to the idea/revolution of Feminism that was in fact introduced in this decade – females coming together to propose their own views and values, and attempting to dominate and demonstrate the idea of equality between both sexes.

• The male protagonist gets up to start running, and a chase begins to take place in the park; the lead female singer continues to sing, and an over the shoulder shot is used to show the guy running ahead – from the female’s perspective/point of view. The male trips up, and falls to the floor – a high angle shot is used {he is now at a vulnerable position}. The girls assemble and surround him. A long shot is used here. The female lead singer steps forward to confront him, and they in face-to-face with each other. There’s a close up shot of the male grabbing her arm. He pulls her, and they run off with each other. A long shot is also used here, panning into them running.

• They turn a corner. He pulls her up against the wall, which is shown through a mid-camera-shot. An over the shoulder shot is framed from the male’s point of view revealing a close up view of the lead singer’s face. An extreme close up shot is placed here, as both characters lean in to kiss. A soft focus edit is then adjusted here to then display the female lead singer back in the modern day, sitting in her classroom {showing that she has been daydreaming}, as the bell rings.

 The Next Three Verses: 1960’s.

Intertextual references: Ed’s Diner, Grease, Roy Lichtenstein, Down With Love, Pleasantville.

• The scene opens up with a Roy Lichtenstein inspired artwork of the setting of both the protagonists entering Ed Diners.

• They are both shown to be on a date with a close up shot of her wiping food from his face. • Then an attractive female walks into the restaurant and the male character gets distracted

by her beauty and doesn’t listen to what his date is talking about. The female blows a kiss intertextual reference to “Down with Love”, which is shown through a 4 way split screen. The male protagonist responds with a drool which is again illustrated through a 4 way split screen. The female protagonist responds with a slap on her partners face and this is repeated twice and illustrated through a 4 way split screen.

• She storms off, and he follows her home. She attempts to block him out of the house, however, he refuses this and pushes he’s way through. They end up in the living room of her house, whilst the television is playing a black and white movie. The two appear arguing, as they block the way of the television screen as the female’s character’s brother is watching the movie. This is a mirroring effect used to amplify the idea that the protagonists are in parallel to those characters on screen. A two way shot is used here. The brother becomes annoyed, therefore, decides to change the channel – an over the shoulder shot is placed here. He changes the channel, as well as changing the scene.

• As the television channel changers, the protagonist warp into the television screen, where the bench scene from Annie Hall is taking place – the protagonists of the music video are now in character of the protagonists from the movie Annie Hall.

Ending: Narrative of Video.

• The female protagonist is awoken by her love interest (a close up shot is used here), however, in the modern day. She is sitting in the classroom; the lesson has come to an end. A two way close up shot is used to reveal that the characters are in face to face contact. A reverse-reverse shot is placed here to show the female character/lead character leading in to kiss the boy. The male character moves out saying “Woah, I don’t swing that way”.•The camera then pans out to follow the male protagonist walking towards another lad (he’s gay). A long back shot is used to show the characters walking out holding hands.•A mid shot on the female saying “Bye!” to the guy, however, on  screen subtitles will “F*** you!”.

Props: Ideas.• Telephone {x3}• School Setting/Desk Item • Pencil• Book• Pillows• Diner Restaurant Food • Table• Chairs• Clock• Vintage Car

Costume & Make-Up: 1960’s.

Costume & Make-Up: 1950’s.

Costume & Make-Up: 1970’s.

Artist’s Name: Ideas.Genre: Alternative Indie-Pop.

Sophia Esme

Zara

Should the artist be

labelled with a one name

title?

Chloe Dean

Or, should the artist be

labelled with their fullname?

Francesca Monteza Alexia Dee

Rose Taylor

Tiffany

Rosalie

Star Image: The Artist.• Black Laced Boots: Signature Feature/Accessory. {close up shot of her shoes during the classroom scene}• Represents: Vintage Theme• Stands for Positivism & Staying True. {portraying this natural exterior, therefore, being real and

expressing the idea that one does not have to conform to the expectations of society}

• Innocence/Good Girl Values; combined with edginess and attitude – shown through black laced boots, and bright red lipstick {signature style look}.

• Inspiration: Audrey Hepburn • Teen Icon: Her female fans look up to her because she presents

natural beauty, natural talent and represents confidence and respect.

• Phrase: {short and memorable quote}

“Nothing is impossible, the word itself spells un possible.” – Audrey Hepburn

• She auditioned to many record labels, she got signed by one of them; however got dropped within the first six months. This became a struggle in terms of reaching her aspiring goals and profession; therefore, almost gave up hope; and found inspiration through Audrey Hepburn {one of her idols}.

Our Artist: Fact File. Aria Montez Name: Aria; Hazel; Lea; Camilla, Keri, Candice,

Chanel; Lucia.

Surname: Montgomery; Hart; Montez;

Age: 19

Eye Colour: Brown Eyes.

Hair Colour: Brown Hair.

Record Label: {one that caters to the genre in which the

artist delivers}Polydor and Interscope

Family: Mother, Father, Older Brother and Sister

Genre: Alternative Indie Pop

Theme: Display of Vintage {Glamorous} Theme in Music Videos

Manager: Her mother

Associated Acts: Lana Del Ray, Marine and The Diamonds, Carrie Underwood

Storyboard: 1st Minute.

This is the end of the first minute of our music video storyboard.