Film Beats

What is the first step in film production?

• casting

• post-production

• pre-production

• distribution

Which act of a film is known as the setup?

• The climax

• The third act

• The first act

• The second act

In which act of a film does the main conflict arise?

• Act 3

• Act 1

• Act 4

• Act 2

What is the final act of a film called?

• Act 1

• Act 2

• Act 3

• Act 4

What is the purpose of act 1 in a film?

• To showcase the special effects and visual spectacle.

• To introduce the main characters, establish the setting, and set up the central conflict.

• To develop the secondary characters.

• To provide a resolution to the central conflict.

What is the purpose of act 2 in a film?

• To showcase the film's special effects and action sequences.

• To develop the story and characters, introduce conflicts and obstacles, and build tension and suspense.

• To provide comic relief and lighten the mood.

• To introduce the main characters and establish the setting.

What is the purpose of act 3 in a film?

• The purpose of act 3 in a film is to introduce new characters.

• The purpose of act 3 in a film is to provide the exposition of the story.

• The purpose of act 3 in a film is to develop the conflict of the story.

• The purpose of act 3 in a film is to provide the climax and resolution of the story.

What is the purpose of film beats?

• The purpose of film beats is to advance the plot and create dramatic tension.

• The purpose of film beats is to introduce new characters.

• The purpose of film beats is to showcase the cinematography.

• The purpose of film beats is to provide comic relief.

What is the B story of a film?

• A life-changing event, usually negative, that happens to the hero

• A new world for the hero with different characters, very different from the Opening image and set-up

• The hero’s life/situation is a mess and they seem to be headed for a defeat or downfall. Often there is a death, near death, or the danger of death.

• Opposite of the opening image, it is proof that change has occurred for the hero and she/he will never be the same again

What is the catalyst of a film?

• A life-changing event, usually negative, that happens to the hero

• A new world for the hero with different characters, very different from the Opening image and set-up

• The hero’s life/situation is a mess and they seem to be headed for a defeat or downfall. Often there is a death, near death, or the danger of death.

• Opposite of the opening image, it is proof that change has occurred for the hero and she/he will never be the same again