I've decided that documentary style film making, ive got a pretty good handle on. So I'm pretty sure i want to take this opportunity to create something special.
Actually, I am not decided. But i am trying to figure out if i want to make something that will mean something special for other people, or something special for me.
I've spent a bit of time learning flash over my college years, and I think im ready to try something a bit crazy. I have this idea
of making a non-linear film where the user helps make important decisions for the character, which would ultimately change the plot. However, I want to play with the idea of destiny, so I need to figure out how to keep the plot dynamic but the ending static...
It is no where near solid and everything is being debated in my head.
So this little diagram shows you what I had in mind about how decisions would take you to different scenes, but does not advance you in time. You can just as easily return to a scene close to the start, making it non-linear. The circles are locations where a decision would have to be made for the character, and the arrows are scenes that would take the character to that location.
I havent spent too much time thinking about the plot, so all of these arrows and scenes are probably going to change, but it just a start to help get myself organized and aware of some of the restrictions time and technology might give me.
I plan on getting A LOT of people involved, I want to get a crew to help me in production, and also cast for actors who are looking to add to their reel.
In terms of presentation, I was thinking of using a giant smart board with a projection so that any member of the audience can walk up to the film and make a choice for the character.
I am thinking I might just port it to different computers and make it more personal, but I still haven't worked those things out yet.
Feedback welcome!
