To better understand our characters, we used the technique of hot seating where we were asked questions and had to improvise as if we were our characters. This was useful in developing our narrative as we improved our acting skills by better understanding how our characters interact and behave.
We asked a variety of questions, some of which were specific to our plot. This meant that we were able to explore new routes we could go down and introduce different elements to our characters.
We filmed our hot seating in an interview like situation, in a music room. Mise-en-scene of the sound proof walls added to our intended formal visual codes, creating a sense of authenticity and realism.
Some of the questions we asked Sarah's friends were:
- What if your name?
- What is your relationship to Sarah?
- When was the last time you saw her?
- How did she seem?
- Is there anyone who you think is jealous of her?
Some of the questions we asked Sarah friends were:
- Do you know Becky and Alice
- Do you have a best friend?
- Do you consider yourself someone somebody might be jealous of?
A creative idea that you have executed and presented well: you have scripted, filmed and edited a 'hot seat' interview to get into a central character.
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